Exotics expo brings in reptile aficionados and newbies alike
Sam Miller, of Oregon, stopped by a reptile show Sunday looking for a gecko for his 10-year-old son’s birthday. “Mike is fascinated by them, so I want to see which type of gecko would be best for him,” Mr. Miller said. “I also have to find out what types of things one needs. I think Mike will be thrilled. I told him...
Restaurant near Monroe Street bridge at US 23 bracing for months of construction
SYLVANIA, Ohio — Drivers in Sylvania should start preparing for detours as the Monroe Street bridge is about to close for five months. The closure will start on March 8 at 9 p.m., and it's expected it stay closed for 150 days. The northbound and southbound on and off ramps will stay open, along with Acres Road. The...
Man dragged by carjacker dies from injuries
The 67-year-old man who was dragged by his vehicle nearly half a mile during a carjacking, has died. Police said Donald Russell died Monday from injuries he suffered on Thursday as another man forced him out of his car and drove off. Just before 12:45 p.m. Thursday, crews were sent to the Greyhound bus station at 415...
Sunshine Communities’ “Choose to Include” campaign
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Sunshine Communities is launching a campaign in March that goes beyond raising awareness; it is a call to action. The group, along with its community partners, is showing all of us how simple choices can create meaningful impact for people with developmental disabilities. You can watch...
Ohio man taken into custody after police pursuit in Flat Rock area
A BMW involved in a pursuit in Monroe and Wayne counties had two flat tires by the time the driver was taken into custody.
Toledo gas prices rise along with national average
TOLEDO, Ohio — The cost of gasoline in Toledo and across the nation has risen in the last week. The average price of gas in the Glass City is up 11.1 cents per gallon, and 13.3 cents per gallon lower than a year ago, according to GasBuddy data based on a survey of 315 stations. Despite the week-to-week rise, prices...
Driver injured in rollover crash that closed traffic at I-75N/I-280S Tuesday morning
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A crash on I-75 near the I-280 exit closed traffic early Tuesday morning. Police found the involved vehicle rolled-over upside down around 12:45 a.m. on Feb. 24. Toledo Police reports said the driver was on I-75 north, then turned on to I-280 south where it left...
Missing hiker rescued after five days in remote river valley
A U.S. Coast Guard helicopter crew rescued a hiker who had been missing for five days in the Illinois River valley near Greenwall Rapids in southern Oregon.
Watching Your Wallet: When it’s time to pay for ‘buy now, pay later’
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Did you use a buy now, pay later plan for any of your holiday gifts? In the last few billing cycles, those payments have been showing up. In this Watching Your Wallet, we take a look at why it is important to avoid missed payment fees to protect your credit.
Toledo man accused of kicking offer in head during domestic violence response
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A suspect looking at a domestic violence charge now also faces a charge of assaulting an officer. Law enforcement arrived at the 4600 block of Harbord Dr. in Toledo around 2 a.m. on the morning of February 24. They attempted to arrest Robert Rooks, 44, but...

















