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...
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...

















