Spotted lanternflies: City of BG urges residents to ‘be aware, not scared’
The City of Bowling Green’s urban forester is encouraging residents to stay alert for the presence of spotted lanternflies (Lycorma delicatula), an invasive insect species that has been spreading across parts of Ohio and the Mid-Atlantic region. While their striking appearance may cause concern, these insects are...
Oregon family hosting fundraiser for teen battling rare form of cancer
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Klhoei Elkins is a 15-year-old teen from Oregon, Ohio, who was diagnosed with stage two ovarian dysgerminoma. Her family is trying to cover medical expenses, but now faces another hurdle after her mother lost her job. Latoya Romero is trying to support her four kids, while...
Inside Lucas County Commissioners Meeting: July 15
TOLEDO – Lucas County Commissioners resolved not to finance a new County Corrections Center on Tuesday, though Pete Gerken, Lucas County Commissioner, said it was something he had been pushing towards for the past decade. “Today is heartbreaking for me,” he said, but added that “it is unwise, at...
Trail repairs continue at Sterling State Park, one fishing pier now is closed
Another section of Sterling State Park in Monroe County has been closed off for a series of trail and parking area repairs.
‘Forget Dentures, It’s All About Farts’ – An Ageing Golf Pro Details Her Hilarious...
Former LPGA pro Kathryn Imrie proves that competitive golf in your late 50s is a laugh a minute (and maybe a little gassy)
Erie Township says goodbye and hello to police chiefs
ERIE TWP. , MI — The Erie Township police chief is on his way out, but he's making sure his department is in good hands first. Tim Ames has been the township's police chief for five years and an officer of the law since 1988. He started in Woodhaven, then went to Dundee after 30 years there. After seven years there...
Sports bar that Toledo officials want to be deemed a nuisance to remain closed...
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A Toledo sports bar where four people were recently shot will remain closed for now as a court case continues to play out. Representatives for the City of Toledo are trying to get Agenda Sports Bar shut down as a nuisance property. The effort began after four people were shot, two of them...
7/21/25: Jay Berschback’s FIRST ALERT 11pm Forecast
TONIGHT: Mostly clear, comfortable, patchy fog possible, upper 50s. TUESDAY: Mostly sunny, pleasant, highs in the lower 80s. WEDNESDAY: Warmer, partly cloudy, highs in the upper 80s (heat index in the lower 90s). THURSDAY (13 FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY): Hot and humid, partly cloudy, highs in the lower 90s with a heat...
Fremont to add drone policing program following triple shooting
FREMONT, Ohio — Following a recent shooting that left three people injured, Fremont Mayor Danny Sanchez is launching a new initiative to enhance public safety using drone technology. The mayor announced a new partnership with Tiffin University’s drone academy aimed at using aerial surveillance to help law enforcement...
Two stolen Jeeps recovered after police pursuit in Monroe County
Two stolen Jeep Wranglers that were driven out of Ohio into Michigan were recovered early Monday in Monroe County.