Downed tree, power line causes outage in Swanton
SWANTON, Ohio — A downed tree and power line in Swanton has caused power outages Friday afternoon. According to a Facebook post from the village of Swanton, a tree fell on power lines along Waterville-Swanton Road near Oak Openings Metropark. This post was made shortly after noon. Also in a Facebook post, the Ohio...
Monroe Police Touched by Handmade Cards from Local Children on National Law Enforcement Appreciation...
In a heartwarming display of community spirit, the Monroe Police Department officers found themselves on the receiving end of gratitude from the city's youngest residents. The department took to social media to share the moment from National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, with a post showing their officers being...
Dead dogs, dead cat discovered at Bedford Twp property amidst animal neglect investigation
BEDFORD TOWNSHIP, Mich. — In an update related to the dozens of animals found at a Bedford Township property Wednesday, the Battle Creek Police Department (BCPD) announced Friday that some dead animals were also found on the property. Several dogs and one cat were found dead in addition to...
Wind-related power outages black out thousands in Toledo area
Several Lucas County offices were among facilities that lost electricity Friday after high wind began downing power poles and wires. Several thousand homes and businesses were affected by more than 70 individual power outages FirstEnergy reported in the Toledo area, while emergency crews were responding to fallen...
Schmucker’s owner honored by restaurant organization
Doug Schmucker, who owns and runs the venerable Schmucker’s Restaurant on Reynolds Road, has been recognized with a lifetime achievement award by the Ohio Restaurant and Hospitality Alliance. A social media post by the restaurant announced the honor. “This recognition isn’t just for Doug, but for THREE generations of...
Four charged after Toledo corrections officers assault inmate with flash lights, court docs allege
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Four people were charged after multiple corrections officers at the Toledo Correctional Institution assaulted an inmate, according to authorities. Records from Ohio State Highway Patrol say the assault happened on April 7, 2025. The report said two corrections officers used flash lights as...
Two dogs were part of a nerve-wracking rescue along the Maumee River
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - The temperatures have been on a bit of a roller coaster lately, creating dangerous conditions on the ice. There was a rescue on the river this week involving two dogs. It was a nerve-wracking effort for those involved, but the dogs are safe tonight. This story...
Man airlifted after being hit by his own car
A Vestaburg man was airlifted Thursday after he was hit by his own car in a driveway in Jasper Township.
Thousands without power in Toledo area on Friday
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Thousands of people in the Toledo area are without power Friday afternoon. Toledo Edison outage maps show more than 5,000 customers were without power as of 1:30 p.m. on Jan. 9. A majority of those outages come from the area surrounding Oak Openings Preserve Metropark, with...
New crocodile exhibit anchors Reptile House renovation as Toledo Zoo heads toward levy vote
TOLEDO, Ohio — The Reptile House at the Toledo Zoo is closed to visitors, but activity inside is picking up. Built during the Great Depression, the nearly 90-year-old building is undergoing one of the most significant renovations in its history. Zoo leaders say the goal is to preserve the building’s historic...
