Cyclospora outbreak tops 1,200 cases, 44 hospitalizations as source remains unknown across Metro Detroit
The number of reported Cyclospora infections has climbed above 1,200, with dozens of people requiring hospitalization as health officials continue to investigate the source of the outbreak. According to the latest case totals, more than 1,200 illnesses have been reported, including 44 hospitalizations. The most recent
3 injured after hazmat incident at Ohio health facility
A hazmat incident impacted several people at an Ohio health facility on Thursday.
Ottawa County Bluegrass Band bringing its music and its many fans to The District
PORT CLINTON – One of the area’s most popular bands doesn’t perform with electric guitars or strobe lights. Their idea of special effects are fingers that play a banjo so fast it’s hard for the toe-tappers to keep up. And that’s exactly why the Ottawa County Bluegrass Band draws some of the biggest crowds in the county
Driver convicted of vehicular homicide for crash that killed man in wheelchair
TOLEDO, Ohio — The driver who hit and killed a man in a wheelchair last year in west Toledo has been convicted of aggravated vehicular homicide. Dean Riley, 56, pleaded no contest to the charge in Toledo Municipal Court Wednesday, withdrawing his previous plea of not guilty. A judge...
Bacteria Contamination Advisory issued at Maumee Bay State Park
OREGON, Ohio (WTVG) - A bacteria contamination advisory is in effect at Maumee Bay State Park, covering both the inland swim area and Lake Erie, after water testing showed E. coli levels exceeding state standards. More than two dozen bacteria contamination advisories are currently active along Lake Erie, stretching fro
Restaurant inspections in Sandusky County
The Sandusky County Health Department's Sanitation Division reported the following critical violations during food inspections between June 1 and June 30. Club Roger, 2460 W. McPherson Hwy., Fremont. Violation: Outstanding violations in the wastewater treatment on site per the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. Foll
River Raisin Powersports break-in: 2 detained after chase
FRENCH TWP. — The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a break-in at River Raisin Powersports in Frenchtown Township. Deputies responded to an alarm early Monday and found several suspects fleeing on ATVs and dirt bikes. Deputy Jacob Llewellyn spotted a UTV hauling a dirt bike, but it...
New theater company opens first show at Maumee Indoor
Joseph Ball isn’t trying to steal anyone’s thunder . He’s just looking to make good the ater. His company, That’s Joe Biz Productions, is the latest to join Toledo’s strong stable of local playhouses. IF YOU GO WHAT: ‘ Which Way to the Stage ’ WHEN: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2:30 p.m. Sunday, 8 p.m. July 17-18, 2:30
Toledo leaders to detail mid-year crime stats during Thursday briefing
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - City of Toledo leaders are holding a news conference on Thursday to discuss the city’s mid-year crime statistics. Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz and Chief of Police Mike Troendle are holding the briefing at 10 a.m. on Thursday, July 9. 13 Action News will stream it live....
City heralds opening of 2 new affordable housing developments
Rosa Linda Brown, 70, gushed about moving into her new two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment at the Glen in South Toledo. “I have plenty of closet and cabinet space, I don’t feel closed in at all, and I love the atmosphere here,” she said. “I feel safe. The office staff are wonderful. So far the residents I’ve met have b
