13 Action News Big Story: Stopping Teen Vaping
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A new addiction is on the rise. Right now, millions of people worldwide are using vapes. In recent years, we have seen an increase in teens using vapes. Now, some states are taking action, looking to stop kids from getting their hands on e-cigarettes. You can...
Neighbors brainstorm about Zablocki Center’s future
The Chet Zablocki Recreation Center in Toledo’s Polish Village neighborhood was again a busy place Monday when at least 100 people showed up at the former senior activities hub to brainstorm about its future use. “It is good to see that there are this many people who are active in the community,” said the Rev. Leo...
Local food pantries are preparing for increased demand as SNAP benefits face shutdown pause
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Local food banks and pantries are asking for community support as millions of people, including 1.5 million in Ohio, are set to lose SNAP benefits because of the government shutdown. The need for food assistance was already growing before the shutdown according to local food assistance...
Toledo to host public meeting to discuss improvements along Ottawa River
TOLEDO, Ohio — The city of Toledo is set to host an open house informational meeting with the public to discuss improvements along the Ottawa River. The city said it received $400,000 from the U.S Environmental Protection Agency to build an instream habitat in the nearshore area by Harry Kessler Park that would...
Watching Your Wallet: Halloween Prices Getting Scary
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - We are just a couple of days out from Halloween. If you have noticed that prices this year are getting scarier than the vampires and ghosts, don’t fret. Sashem Brey has some tricks for saving money on Halloween this year. You can watch the full...
GoBus expands into northwest Ohio with new stops and more routes
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Department of Transportation is expanding its GoBus intercity transit network, doubling its service footprint and extending routes to previously unserved regions, including Marion and Fremont. The expansion, in partnership with the Hocking-Athens-Perry Community Action Program, will add four new...
Section of Starr Ave. named after Morrissey brothers
OREGON, Ohio (WTVG) - The Oregon City Council voted unanimously Monday night to name a section of Starr Avenue in honor of two brothers that were killed at the Toledo Refinery three years ago. In the proclamation, the council said Max and Ben Morrissey likely saved the lives of many...
Schmucker’s gives tentative reopening date after being closed for more than 2 months
TOLEDO, Ohio — Schmucker's Restaurant, which closed its doors in late August following a kitchen fire, announced a tentative possible opening date on its Facebook page Tuesday morning. According to the post, the eatery wanted to dispel rumors on the internet that it would be reopening on Nov. 3....
Man sentenced to up to 22 years in prison for violent assault in Toledo
TOLEDO, Ohio — A man was sentenced last week to up to 22 years in prison for a violent assault in March that left the victim unconscious for over 10 minutes in central Toledo. According to the Lucas County Prosecutor's Office, Bobby Fench, 27, was sentenced to 8-12 years...
Owens Community College welcomes more than 150 students for ‘Jill of All Trades’
Owens Community College hosted around 150 students from nine local schools at the third annual Jill of All Trades event on Oct. 23, to learn about careers in the skilled trades. “We’re excited to provide this opportunity for young people to explore the skilled trades. By partnering with Jill of...

















