Toledo advocates urge action after surge in deadly domestic violence cases
TOLEDO, Ohio — Domestic violence advocates in Toledo continue to raise concerns after a string of recent deadly incidents, arguing resources are stretched thin and gaps in the legal system leave victims vulnerable. Advocates have repeatedly pushed that support systems for domestic violence victims in northwest Ohio...
Toledo police vehicle involved in overnight crash
TOLEDO, Ohio — A Toledo police vehicle was involved in a crash with another vehicle overnight Friday in the Junction neighborhood. It is not known at this time if anyone was injured, how many people were involved or what caused the crash around 12:30 a.m. at the intersections of Indiana and Forest avenues in the...
Former letter carrier convicted of shepherding drug-laden packages
A former Toledo letter carrier has pleaded guilty to federal charges that he illegally shipped narcotics through the mail on another’s behalf. Marcus Gaines, 34, entered his pleas Thursday in U.S. District Court in Toledo to one count of conspiracy to distribute and possess controlled substances with intent to...
Is there a risk of West Nile virus in Lucas County? Health experts explain
LUCAS COUNTY, Ohio — The Ohio Department of Health confirmed on Wednesday that a Fulton County resident tested positive for West Nile virus, the state's first case this year. The health department has not said when the case was confirmed, but says it will continue monitoring the virus. The...
BG Police arrest woman for allegedly threatening people in downtown bar
Bowling Green Police arrested a woman for threatening people and refusing to leave a bar Wednesday (July 9) in the downtown area. Officers were called to a bar in the 100 block of North Main Street, at 1:37 a.m., for two people refusing to leave the establishment. Tricia Olmstead, 45,...
Love Fest returns to Toledo this weekend
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Local organizers are inviting the public to celebrate love, diversity and unity as Love Fest makes its return to Toledo. The event will take place on July 12 from 3 p.m. to 1 a.m. at Toledo’s Love Wall located at 1209 Adams St. Love Fest...
Winner named for 2025 Greater Toledo Home Giveaway
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - 13abc and our partners for the Greater Toledo Home Giveaway are excited to announce the winner of the 2025 raffle!. During a random drawing on Thursday, Doug Whipple, 72, of Adrian, was named the winner of the 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath house built by Mavillino Custom Homes, valued at $750,000.
Former Toledo postal worker pleads guilty to trafficking drugs through mail route
TOLEDO, Ohio — A Toledo postal worker pleaded guilty in federal court Thursday to participating in a drug trafficking scheme that used the U.S. Postal Service to deliver cocaine and heroin mixed with fentanyl. According to the Northern District of Ohio, Marcus Gaines, 34, entered his guilty plea to...
Two arrested after allegedly breaking into house, assaulting man in wheelchair in Sandusky Co.
SANDUSKY COUNTY, Ohio (WTVG) - Two people have been arrested after allegedly breaking into a residence and assaulting a man in a wheelchair early Wednesday morning. On July 9, deputies from the Sandusky County Sheriff’s were dispatched to the 7100 block of County Road 175 in York Township for reports of a man who was...
Sheriff warns of scammers posing as law enforcement officials
The Lucas County Sheriff’s Office is warning people about ongoing phone scams in which callers impersonate law enforcement officers to extort money. The crooks often claim a warrant has been issued due to missed court dates or unpaid fines. They then threaten victims with arrest unless they make an immediate payment....