This week in Toledo history – March 15-21
1915: Word is received that former Toledo stunt pilot Lincoln Beachey was killed during an exhibition flight over San Francisco Bay. Beachey lived in Toledo during his early days as a pilot, and it was Toledo aviator Roy Knabenshue who gave him his first lessons. Knabenshue said upon hearing the tragic news:...
$1M housing initiative aims to revitalize Old South End
TOLEDO, Ohio — A $1 million housing initiative is launching in Toledo’s Old South End, bringing together several organizations in an effort to rebuild the neighborhood and address long-standing housing challenges. City leaders and community partners say the initiative is the result of more than a year of...
Toledo garage door company says scammers are targeting customers online
TOLEDO, Ohio — A longtime Toledo garage door company is warning homeowners to be cautious when searching online for repair services, after scammers repeatedly impersonated their business and charged customers thousands of dollars for basic work. Bruce and Lisa Roth, owners of Quality Overhead Door, say these...
Her Destiny: Entrepreneurship in Toledo
What was the name of your father’s business? “Destinie Fashions.”. And what is your mother’s business? “Destinie Child Care.”. When the Library’s Small Business & Nonprofit team interviewed Destinie Perkins for Women’s History Month, we had little idea just how destined she truly was for entrepreneurial success from...
Watching Your Wallet: Understanding Tax Changes
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - It is no secret that people often procrastinate filing their taxes, but there were some big changes that could impact your federal and state income tax returns for 2025. Sashem Brey has more on the tax changes in this Watching Your Wallet. You can watch the...
Man arrested for shooting at vehicle and injuring child
Police arrested a man on Tuesday for allegedly shooting at a car and hitting a 10-year-old over the weekend. According to authorities, the 10-year-old was shot in west Toledo on Saturday afternoon and had minor injuries. Jeronica Phillips, 56, fired multiple shots at the vehicle near North Byrne Road and...
Lucas County grand jury indicts two teens in dragging death of Toledo man during...
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A Lucas County grand jury has indicted two teenagers on murder charges in connection with the death of 18-year-old Joaquin Simmons, who was dragged by a car during a shoe robbery arranged through Facebook Marketplace. Chase Davis and James Ramsey, both 17 at the time of...
To the editor: Interurban Bridge has more value standing
Rob Allen gave a opinion letter to the editor on March 9, and it had some inaccuracies that I would like to address, regarding the Interurban Bridge (aka Roche de Boeuf Bridge). I have been working on this with Waterville for over a year so I have the facts. First off the statement “… a group of people who want local...
Weekend races expected to temporarily close Toledo streets
Several temporary road closures throughout the city of Toledo will cause traffic to be rerouted Saturday. The road closures are in conjunction with the Toledo Mini Glass City 10K and Toledo Mini Marathon, according to a city news release. Both races begin at 7 a.m. on Saturday. The Toledo Mini Glass City 10K starts...
Toledo police promotion of officer with past misconduct draws criticism
TOLEDO, Ohio — The Toledo Police Department promoted six officers on Wednesday, but the ceremony was overshadowed by criticism from within the ranks over the advancement of Lt. Kevin Nabors, who had previously been disciplined for inappropriate conduct. Nabors, formerly a sergeant, was elevated to lieutenant during...

















