Toledo homeowner seeks removal of neighbor’s tree after repeated damage
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A Toledo homeowner says he wants a large tree in his neighbor’s backyard removed after falling branches caused damage to his property over several years. Don Bell said the tree sits in the backyard of a home on Eleanor Avenue, one street over from his...
Houston Police Queried Ohio Plate Cameras 71,000 Times in One Month
Houston Police queried Ohio license plate cameras 71,000 times in one month, sparking a debate over who controls Flock Safety's national surveillance network.
Religious Offerings: Olivet Lutheran to install pastor to engage with wider community
■ The Rev. Bill Pavuk will be installed as pastor of community life at Olivet Lutheran Church on Tuesday. The installation service begins at 6 p.m. at the church, 5840 Monroe St., Sylvania. Pastor Pavuk was ordained in 2001 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Toledo, where he attended as a child. He served a congregation i
Sunrise Skillet offers up an exceptional breakfast and lunch
How many times in your life do you find yourself looking for a nice spot to have a solid breakfast? Somewhere that has the standard fare plus a few unexpected dishes? My dining companion and I walked into Sunrise Skillet one morning, not expecting much. The somewhat small restaurant on Reynolds Road was clean, sparsely
New policy implemented for Flock camera use in Lucas County
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - The Lucas County Sheriff’s Office has implemented a new set of policies surrounding license plate readers in the wake of growing skepticism around Flock cameras throughout the country. Sheriff Mike Navarre approved the policy on August 19, which lays out specific rules for the use...
Man shot after stealing vehicle gets probation in theft case
A central Toledo man who stole a vehicle and was later shot by its owner has received suspended jail time and two years’ probation for the theft. Jamar Turner, 20, of the 2200 block of Fulton Street, is to continue receiving mental health counseling as one of the probation terms Judge Ken Walz handed down Thursday in L
East Toledo neighbor pushes for repaving of Girard, White streets
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - An East Toledo neighbor is asking the city to repave Girard and White streets, saying the roads have not been resurfaced in more than 30 years. Karlene Stanley lives on Girard Street. “Riding up on Girard and White Street is like riding on a rollercoaster; you...
To the editor: Don’t let perfect be enemy of good
Our elected officials on Toledo City Council and the Board of Lucas County Commissioners occupy some of the most challenging roles in public service. They are entrusted with making decisions that affect the safety, vitality, and financial well-being of greater Toledo, all while balancing competing priorities and perspe
Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority awarded more than $34 million for Maumee River restoration project
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - The Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority was awarded more than $34 million for a project to help restore the Maumee River. The project focuses on removing contaminated sediment from an area near downtown Toledo. It will also help improve water quality and restore aquatic habitat, and advance the rev
Jerusalem Township flood victims won’t get state or federal aid, Lucas County officials say
JERUSALEM TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WTVG) - A month after a 1-in-3,000-year flood hit Jerusalem Township, families are still assessing damage. Lucas County officials confirmed the damage did not meet the multi-million dollar threshold required for a state or federal disaster declaration. County and township officials held a spec

















