One person injured after being struck by vehicle in Ohio
OHIO — A 24-year-old pedestrian was hospitalized Monday night following a hit-and-run crash in west Toledo, police said. According to Toledo police, the pedestrian was crossing Jackman Road from westbound Alexis Road around 9:39 p.m. when they were struck in the crosswalk by a vehicle turning left onto Jackman Road...
‘I just want them home’: Mother prays for daughters trapped in Jamaica during Hurricane...
TOLEDO, Ohio — As Hurricane Melissa devastates Jamaica, a Toledo mother says she’s been living in fear for her two daughters as they remain trapped in the middle of the Category 5 storm. Sabrina Brown’s daughters, Tonette and Tonae Crayton, left Saturday for a short vacation in Montego...
Prosecutor pokes county during budget hearing, asks for $1.2M increase
Lucas County Prosecutor Julia Bates poked the county commissioners while asking for a $1.2 million budget increase to pay staff more money. Mrs. Bates’ budget presentation began with pictures of Toledo’s skyline, dogs, and the county’s new dog pound — saying at the end of each slide: “We love that.” However, it also...
Council approves funding for food bank, anticipating lapse in SNAP benefits
As funding for the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program looks to run dry, Toledo City Council is stepping in. The federal government is in its 28th day of the shutdown, and benefits for food assistance programs like SNAP will not be issued as of Nov. 1, according SNAPs website. In a special meeting...
Monroe man wanders into Dollar Tree bleeding after brazen assault
(FOX 2) - Monroe police are searching for two men involved in a brazen assault and robbery of a man who was later found bleeding at a Dollar Tree location over the weekend. Police executed a search warrant a day after the alleged assault, finding suspected narcotics inside one of the suspect's apartment. However, the...
Toledo man arrested in string of business robberies
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A Toledo man accused of carrying out multiple business robberies is behind bars, with investigators saying the suspect became violent with employees in some cases. Ramone Loving, 38, is being held on a $300,000 bond and faces charges of two aggravated robberies. Police say he carried...
Schmucker’s Restaurant plans to reopen in November
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - In August, Schmucker’s Restaurant was forced to close due to a fire. Now, the longstanding restaurant has announced plans to reopen in November. In a social media post, Schmucker’s said there have been rumors that it would be opening on Nov. 3, but the post said that information was not accurate.
Monroe County Sheriff’s Office investigating robbery at Temperance Dollar General
The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a robbery at the Temperance Dollar General, 8220 Lewis Ave., that occurred at about 8:20 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25. Preliminary investigation indicates that an unknown male suspect entered the store wearing all black clothing and a mask. The suspect approached store...
Waterville residents express concerns over potential data centers during council meeting
WATERVILLE, Ohio — At Monday night's town hall agenda, Waterville City Council briefly discussed the possibility for data centers in the city, while the formal discussion of a moratorium was postponed until next month. During the brief discussion, So far, Waterville Mayor Tim Pedro said there are no plans...
East Toledo property sees partial cleanup after complaints from neighbors
TOLEDO, Ohio — A property in east Toledo that once drew complaints from neighbors for its overgrown yard is showing signs of improvement — but some residents said it’s not enough. Karen Reno and Anthony Foster, who live next door to the Willard Street property, said the...

















