Toledo Zoo to reopen Reptile House after more than a year of renovations
TOLEDO, Ohio — The Toledo Zoo's Reptile House is set to reopen later this month after more than a year of renovations, the zoo said in a Facebook post Tuesday. The Reptile House, known for its 1930s-era architecture and massive saltwater crocodile, closed to the public in late 2024. The zoo said it would be reopening t
New furniture store featuring American-made craftsmanship to hold of grand opening
HOLLAND, Ohio (WTVG) - A new furniture showroom is opening its doors in Holland, Ohio and its founders say it’s about more than just sofas and dining tables. American Crafted Furniture, located at 6639 Airport Highway, is set to hold its official Grand Opening on Saturday, May 16 with a ribbon cutting at 10 a.m.
Person critically injured in Toledo shooting on Nebraska Ave.
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A person was hospitalized in critical condition from a shooting in Toledo Tuesday afternoon. The victim’s identity has not been released and the extent of their injuries is unclear at this time. Toledo Police at the scene said they are expected to survive. The shooting...
Caninballz permanently closes one month after reopening
TOLEDO, Ohio — One month after reopening to the public, Caninballz Indoor Dog Water Park in west Toledo is closing its doors for good. In a notice on the business' website Monday night, blame for the closure is placed on "employee cancel culture" and not "customer choice." "We were...
13-year-old child stabbed with screwdriver, strangled, bitten, whipped with cords in Ohio; man arrested
TOLEDO, OH — A Michigan man is facing multiple charges after Toledo police said he assaulted a 13-year-old in April. According to CBS station WTOL 11, 35-year-old Jordan Thomas of Newport was charged following an investigation into the alleged assault. Court documents state the incident happened April 14. Police accuse
Ability Center of Greater Toledo breaks ground on $8 million campus expansion
SYLVANIA, Ohio — State and local leaders joined community members to celebrate the start of an $8 million expansion at The Ability Center of Greater Toledo in Sylvania during a groundbreaking ceremony Monday. The center has provided services and resources for people with disabilities across northwest Ohio for more...
Property transfers for Ottawa County
The Ottawa County Auditor's Office recorded the following property transfers from May 4 to May 8. Allen Township 22245 Hollyhock Lane, Matthew M. Klink to Kelly Romaker, $365,000. Bay Township 741 Schau Road, Benjamin Wendt to Brittani L. and Kenneth Aa Bacon Jr., $261,500. Benton Township 7105 N. Elliston Trowbridge R
ODOT assesses traffic backups and late reopening after first I-475 closing
MAUMEE, Ohio — Traffic was heavy over the weekend during the first closure of southbound Interstate 475 in the Maumee and Perrysburg areas, though officials may implement changes for the coming weekend. Conant Street in Maumee often sees slow traffic, but William Martin, who witnessed the congestion Sunday, said...
Birders from across country flock to NW Ohio for Biggest Week in American Birding
OAK HARBOR, Ohio (WTVG) - License plates from across the country fill the parking lots at Magee Marsh as birders gather for the Biggest Week in American Birding. Jerry Butler, a birder from Arkansas, said the boardwalks and parks exceeded his expectations. “This is our first morning here, I’d say...
Toledo apartment residents return home after weeks-long displacement
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A group of residents from two Toledo apartment complexes have moved back into their units after being displaced for weeks during renovations. Residents at the Byrneport and Norwich apartments were told they had to move out for renovations. Some of them ended up living in hotel rooms for over two m
