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Strong storm dumps snow across northwest Ohio

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 16:42:00 EST

The entire viewing area is under a winter storm warning.

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Teen certified as adult in beating of cab driver

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 16:01:00 EST

Terrence Brown, 17, has been charged for attempted murder and aggravated robbery.

TPS Board votes to pursue income tax

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 15:44:00 EST

The Toledo Public School Board has voted to put an tax before voters in the May 4 election. It's a three-quarter percent tax, and the board says it will generate $18 million in revenue.

UT closing at 3 p.m. because of snow

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 13:56:00 EST

The University of Toledo has canceled all classes and academic operations due to snow effective 3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9.

Weather not a factor in Monroe bus crash

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 12:42:00 EST

Several people were taken to area hospitals after a Monroe High School bus crashed into a car just before 7 a.m. at Stewart and Telegraph Roads.

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Tue, 9 Feb 2010 12:16:00 EST

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6 children, 33 dogs removed from Sandusky Co. home

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 07:48:00 EST

Six children were escorted from a Rice Township home and taken to a family friend's house after animal cruelty investigators were called in to seize 33 dogs on the property.

Cell phone spoofing: You can't trust your caller I.D.

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 06:38:00 EST

While many use caller I.D. to protect privacy and screen phone calls, that option is being taken away by an activity called spoofing.

Waterville council votes on cuts to village budget

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 06:14:00 EST

Village employee health contributions and bonuses are affected by the latest council proposal.

Sylvania students, board discuss principal's contract

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 05:49:00 EST

The contract of Sylvania Northview Principal Stewart Jesse expires this year, and the community is getting involved to express both support and resistance to a contract renewal.

Half of workers laid off at N. Baltimore plastics plant

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 05:48:00 EST

Ninety of the 168 employees of North Baltimore Plastics Plant are losing their jobs in April.

Swiergosz sentenced to 44 years in prison

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 17:58:00 EST

At his sentencing hearing Monday Swiergosz apologized and said he wants an opportunity to be a father again. His attorney says he'll appeal the judge's sentence.

Red Cross awards highest honor to Toledo man

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 15:49:00 EST

Gary Harden's years of training paid off for a local woman who suffered a brain aneurysm while at work.

EcoTrack 11: Lake Erie Energy committed to being green

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 15:47:00 EST

"We decided that we were going to focus on wind and solar power systems, being that they are electrical in nature so it kind of fit our electrical contracting business plan," said Renewable Energy Solutions Manager Tom Whitby.

Fostoria students send love overseas

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 13:36:00 EST

A regularly scheduled pep rally became a charitable event at Fostoria Middle School last week. Through a school-wide fundraising effort that culminated at a Jan. 29 pep rally, Fostoria Middle School students were able to collect enough funds to build a makeshift, temporary school in Haiti.

TPS Board to hold special meeting Tuesday

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 12:55:00 EST

The Board will vote on a resolution to impose an additional 0.75 percent income tax, which would appear on the May ballot.

Snow storm could dump 6-12" across northwest Ohio

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 12:42:00 EST

A strong storm system will track through the area Tuesday into Wednesday.

Toledo man accepts plea deal in July 4 homicide

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 12:40:00 EST

Police say 25-year-old Harrison David Graham shot and killed 40-year-old Dexter Wilkey in east Toledo. Neighbors say the two were fighting after getting kicked out of a Fourth of July party.

McNamara to run for State Senate

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 12:30:00 EST

First elected to Toledo City Council At-Large in 2006, McNamara was re-elected in 2009, receiving the most votes of any candidate on the Toledo ballot. He is a member of the Executive and Central Committees of the Lucas County Democratic Party.

Lucas County Arena celebrates attendance milestone

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 12:21:00 EST

The Lucas County Arena has been visited by over 250,000 people since opening Oct. 9, 2009.

City of Toledo changes refuse collection -- again

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 12:00:00 EST

Toledo residents that need bulk or overflow pick up must now make an appointment 48 hours in advance.

Sick horses found at Ohio farm start to recover

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 08:12:00 EST

Volunteers caretakers says dozens of malnourished horses found at an Ohio farm are starting to recover.

Folks hold Super Bowl party to benefit Miracle League

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 07:49:00 EST

It's a league made up of kids with physical or mental disabilities.

Police: Northwood standoff suspect surrenders after locking himself in bedroom

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 07:20:00 EST

An armed man kept Northwood police on alert late Sunday night just before midnight inside a trailer at the Northwood Estates on Tracy Road.

Library: Pay at circulation desk instead of in garage

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 06:23:00 EST

Drivers still must take a ticket when they enter the garage, but they'll now have to pay at the circulation desk before they can leave.

Lucas County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board considers cuts

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 05:48:00 EST

The group will share more information about their plan Monday.

Home Heating Challenge: Testing weatherization products

Sun, 7 Feb 2010 23:20:00 EST

Wanting to know what weatherization products can do to help save energy, News 11 equipped one Toledo home with $60 worth of products to see if they help save energy in the month of February. The products were donated by The Andersons and the house, by Ray Hayton and Melissa Netry.

Super Bowl is "Super" for area businesses

Sun, 7 Feb 2010 21:59:00 EST

If you cheered on a team during the game, chances are you helped the local economy, either by patronizing a local sports bar or throwing a Super Bowl party at home.

Toledo Blade: Diocese decides to combine Fremont high, 3 elementaries

Sun, 7 Feb 2010 11:16:00 EST

Three Catholic parish schools and the Catholic high school will be combined next academic year into one school.

City of Toledo apologizes after plows spray Monroe St. flower shop

Sun, 7 Feb 2010 10:50:00 EST

The city does have a plan to prevent it from happening again.

Tow truck drivers says snow days are great for business

Sat, 6 Feb 2010 23:30:00 EST

Ever wonder what a tow truck driver has to deal with on a snow day. Click here to find out.

Perrysburg church holds bone marrow donor drive for Sylvania Township couple

Sat, 6 Feb 2010 20:56:00 EST

The couple asked for help and folks in northwest Ohio turned out in a big way Saturday.

T SPORTS BONUS: Rogers' Rick Rios talks to Natalie Grise

Sat, 6 Feb 2010 20:30:00 EST

He stopped by the T Sports studios this week. Click here to watch the uncut video.

Blowing and drifting snow will be problem Saturday

Sat, 6 Feb 2010 13:49:00 EST

Snow amounts ranged from an inch or two in lower Michigan to over a foot north of Columbus.

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Toledo tax attorney receives Red Cross' highest honor

Sat, 6 Feb 2010 13:41:00 EST

Gary Harden received the Lifesaving Award of Merit Friday for saving his co-worker's life.

CANCELED-WTOL and AllShred Saturday Shred-A-Thon

Sat, 6 Feb 2010 12:23:00 EST

The Saturday event has been canceled because of the snow storm. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Sylvania Twp. couple search for donor as both fight bone cancer

Sat, 6 Feb 2010 12:07:00 EST

After 45 years of marriage, Joe and Linda Keblesh say their blessed life took a crushing blow when Linda was diagnosed with a bone-related cancer. Neither of them could have expected that Joe would also be diagnosed with bone cancer six weeks later.

Van crashes into snow plow in central Toledo

Sat, 6 Feb 2010 11:55:00 EST

A van rammed into the back of a snow plow at the corner of Collingwood and Melrose in central Toledo just before 3 a.m. Saturday.

BG branch among Huntington Banks that had $30K stolen

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 21:17:00 EST

Authorities are looking for one woman who they say used customer's names and addresses on fake IDs with her picture. She is believed to be from Ohio or Michigan.

Friends say Ohio trooper died doing what he loved

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 18:51:00 EST

Friends and family of Ohio State Highway patrolman Andy Baldridge are mourning his death from a single-vehicle rollover crash in a police cruiser Thursday near his hometown of Carey.

Legislation would allow city to collect red light camera ticket fines

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 18:38:00 EST

Toledo Police Chief Mike Navarre said this is a short-term fix to help collect the more than $5 million owed in red light camera fines since the start of the program.

Failing Toledo charter school leaders say they're improving

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 18:00:00 EST

Leaders admit the school is in academic emergency but say they're not claiming defeat yet and neither are parents.

Former Tiffin X-ray tech charged with taking pics of patients

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 16:17:00 EST

43-year-old Jaime Aguirre had nothing to say after prosecutors charged him with 13 counts of illegal use of a minor in nude oriented material and 59 counts of voyeurism Friday.

Lowest achieving Toledo schools offered grants for reform

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 13:09:00 EST

Six Toledo-area schools made a list of the lowest achieving schools put out by the Ohio Department of Education. Five of the six are charter schools.

MI mom released from jail in child-porn case

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 12:38:00 EST

A judge has overturned a decision and released a Monroe woman who is charged with sexually exploiting her daughter on a pornography Web site.

Top lottery prize claimed from Tiffin Circle K

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 12:18:00 EST

After mandatory federal and state taxes totaling 31 percent, the anonymous winner receives $69,000 yearly for the next 20 years.

Ohio highway trooper dies in Wyandot Co. crash, colleague hurt

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 11:41:00 EST

The crash occurred Thursday evening just outside Carey, a village of about 4,000 residents in the northwest part of the state.

Overturned car on NB I-75 near Collingwood snarling traffic

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 11:39:00 EST

An overturned car on NB I-75 between Collingwood and downtown exits is causing traffic backups. Police advise that drivers find alternate routes.

Trashing Your Identity - Watch what you throw out in your trash

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 10:53:00 EST

Over 9 million people become the victims of identity theft each year.

Fostoria Middle School students send love overseas

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 10:38:00 EST

Some Ohio air controllers may be consolidated

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 10:22:00 EST

Some air traffic control operations for four northern Ohio airports could be consolidated at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport.

Cedar Point looking to fill 4,500 summer positions

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 10:17:00 EST

At the height of winter, one of the Ohio's major amusement parks is thinking summer jobs.

EAST TOLEDO--Accident closes Varland from E. Broadway to Woodville

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 08:44:00 EST

In Toledo, Varland is closed from E. Broadway to Woodville Rd. due to an accident.

Tom Skeldon reacts to relaxing regulations about pitbulls

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 07:14:00 EST

Skeldon says he hopes Toledo's vicious dog laws stay intact.

Semi accident on Alexis slows traffic

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 06:05:00 EST

A semi truck collided with another vehicle Friday morning on Alexis Rd. near Hagman. Hagman is closed in both directions.

Michigan renews push to close Chicago ship locks

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 05:34:00 EST

Michigan wants the U.S. Supreme Court to reconsider its refusal to close Chicago-area shipping locks in hopes of keeping Asian carp out of the Great Lakes.

Van Wert business fills toolboxes for troops with candy, toiletries and more

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 05:17:00 EST

Kennedy Tools, in business for more than a century, recently received order for 120 toolboxes for overseas troops. Before sending the toolboxes, workers are filling them with toiletries, candy and other tokens of gratitude.

Heroin use is up in Findlay

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 23:14:00 EST

Its popularity is rising because it's so cheap.

Police: Security cameras help catch a thief in Oregon, OH

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 21:00:00 EST

What first generated complaints in one Oregon neighborhood is now generating gratitude.

NORAD trains for terrorist attack over northwest Ohio

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 17:49:00 EST

The 180th Air National Guard at Toledo Express Airport trained for a terrorist attack Thursday.

BGSU faculty want to start a union

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 17:19:00 EST

Collective bargaining committee members and faculty supporters met with the media Thursday for the announcement. More than 57 percent of the nearly 800 faculty members at BGSU have signed a card calling for an election.

Dentists work together to give kids free dental care

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 16:58:00 EST

Dentists and hygienists from across northwest Ohio have dedicated the day to help eliminate dental disease for eight years.

TFD on scene of house fire in west Toledo

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 16:53:00 EST

The Toledo Fire Department is on the scene of a fire in the 2300 block of Secor in west Toledo. All occupants of the house have been evacuated. Secor is closed from Bancroft to Pelham.

City of Toledo holding meetings, hoping to get budget into focus

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 16:45:00 EST

The mayor and his administrators have scheduled a meeting for next week with the state's auditor's office, which will monitor the situation more closely if the mayor doesn't get the budget in line.

BGSU employees exploit opportunity to leave before contracts expire

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 16:24:00 EST

The university projects that by the end of this year, even with paying some faculty a $75,000 payment to end their contracts early, they'll be saving as much as $2 million this year alone.

Fremont water supply has excess amount of nitrate

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 15:15:00 EST

Adults and children older than 6 months may drink the tap water (nitrate is a concern for infants because they can't process nitrates in the same way adults can). However, pregnant and nursing women, as well as people with specific health concerns, may wish to consult their doctors before drinking the water.

Photographs of Gordon Parks featured at Toledo Art Museum

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 12:31:00 EST

The exhibit is titled "Bare Witness: Photographs of Gordon Parks." It opens Friday in celebration of Black History Month and runs through April 25.

TPS considers levy tax or income tax to fund district shortfall

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 12:29:00 EST

The Toledo Public School Board is looking for a way to plug a $30 million budget deficit. An income tax levy would be the first of its kind for the district.

Web chat Thursday @ 5: Cardiologists take your questions

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 12:23:00 EST

Wear Red Day takes place this week to promote heart health. Two area cardiologists will be in our studio to take your questions in a web chat from 5-6:30 p.m. Thursday.

Local dealers begin fixes on Toyota brake pedals

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 11:12:00 EST

A local Toyota dealer says it now has the piece that will repair the sticking accelerator pedals in many of its models made since 2007.

No bail for Monroe mom accused of exploiting daughter online

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 09:26:00 EST

A Michigan judge has refused to set bail for a Monroe woman who is accused of arranging sexually explicit photos of her daughter for a paid website maintained by her boyfriend, a convicted sex offender.

TPS considering levy on May ballot

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 07:45:00 EST

The Toledo Public School district expects a $30 million budget deficit for this school year and may turn to the voters for help.

Elderly Fostoria man killed in car crash

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 05:16:00 EST

Bernard Walker Sr., 62, died Wednesday in Louden Township after police say he failed to stop at a stop sign and hit a semi truck.

Predator Alert: Have you seen this man?

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 23:42:00 EST

Ramon David Delvalle, 31, molested a 6-year-old girl 15 years ago.

New questions arise regarding the use of guardrails in rural areas

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 23:37:00 EST

Sheriff Wasylyshyn: "We cannot protect everyone from everything. And that's an unfortunate thing."

Rossford residents debate renovating schools by new casino

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 23:32:00 EST

The Hollywood Casino will be built by Penn-National within a mile of the high school.

Mendoza sentenced to 39 years for vehicular homicide

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 19:19:00 EST

Cory Mendoza spoke to family members of the crash victims before his sentencing, which took place immediately after the verdict.

Dundee to get village police department

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 19:11:00 EST

Currently, the Monroe County Sheriff's Department polices the area. Village Council members say the area is experiencing growth, which means crime could increase as well.

Rossford hosts forum on decrepit school buildings

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 17:38:00 EST

Folks in Rossford may soon vote on a school bond issue to replace crumbing schools, but some worry about their proximity to Toledo's new casino.

2 Toledo budget fixes could appear on May ballot

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 17:23:00 EST

The mayor's office has drafted legislation for two ballot proposals aimed at boosting revenue for the operating budget. One increases income tax and a second transfers money from capital improvements.

Lawyer: Ottawa County horse owner asked for help

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 16:43:00 EST

The lawyer for horse farm owner Robin Veiss says she asked the Humane Society of Ottawa County for help five months ago.

Toledo mayor and council to hold budget working meetings

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 12:13:00 EST

The mayor and city council will continue to address the 2010 City Budget at a series of working meetings that will include members of the mayor's transition team, the citizens special investigation team, union leaders and department directors.

Findlay Courier: Owens increases tuition

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 12:08:00 EST

Owens students will see another 3.5 percent increase in tuition starting this summer, which means students taking 12 credit hours will pay about $3,689 a year instead of the $3,564 they are paying now.

Rossford School District to hold a public forum

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 12:05:00 EST

Rossford School District leaders are hosting a forum for the public on the future of the district Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. in the Rossford High School cafeteria. A second forum will be held February 23 at Glenwood Elementary.

Toledo police summon parking enemy No. 1

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 11:50:00 EST

Officers targeted vehicles with the highest outstanding fines in parking tickets as listed by the Downtown Parking Authority.

THURSDAY--NORAD to conduct training flights over Toledo

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 10:58:00 EST

NORAD plans to conduct exercise flights over Toledo Thursday.

Tell us your love story -- and we'll share it on our Valentine's Day page

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 07:58:00 EST

Do you have a love story you'd like to share? We're collecting love stories -- and we'd like to hear yours! Why? Because that's what we do when Valentine's Day is around the corner.

Sketch released in murdered MI model case

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 06:41:00 EST

Investigators found 26-year-old Paula Sladewski's remains burning inside a dumpster almost one month ago.

Crash kills Cygnet woman

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 05:50:00 EST

Wood County sheriff's investigators say 35-year old Shannon Seedorf from Cygnet lost control and drove into the river.

2 won't get City of Toledo jobs back but discrimination suit still undecided

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 05:22:00 EST

At a City Council meeting Tuesday night, council members were asked to approve a $450,000 settlement in a suit filed by Dwayne Morehead and Perlean Griffin who claim former Mayor Finkbeiner improperly terminated them from their city jobs.

Silgan Plastics in Port Clinton to close

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 05:17:00 EST

About 150 workers at a Port Clinton plastics plant got bad news this morning. They were told the Silgan Plastics plant is closing in the next few months.

Man indicted for murder of Cindy Sumner

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 18:59:00 EST

Elhadi Robbins, 48, has been indicted for the murder of Cindy Sumner.

Toledoans dither over Toledo's budget woes

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 18:43:00 EST

So, without raising taxes, how do city leaders fill in a $44 million dollar budget hole?

Mendoza back in court to face vehicular homicide charges

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 18:14:00 EST

Cory Mendoza is charged with two counts of vehicular homicide for killing Sharon and William Dewitt. Police say he fled the scene of the accident and was caught shortly afterward and hospitalized.

To get a good Kindergarten experience, children should be prepared

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 17:46:00 EST

Kindergarten registration season is right around the corner. It's a major step in your child's life, but are you prepared for the transition?

Prosecutors want teen rape suspect tried as adult

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 15:37:00 EST

During the interrogation, the suspect said he approached the victim from behind, put a scissors to her throat and raped her on the sidewalk.

Toledo council members oppose phone service rate hike

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 15:34:00 EST

Members of Toledo City Council spoke against a proposed rate hike in telephone service being proposed in the Ohio General Assembly.

Casino gaming company invests in Toledo tourism

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 13:21:00 EST

Penn National is delivering on its $300,000 pledge to build tourism in Toledo by investing three years worth of payments to the Greater Toledo Convention and Visitors Bureau.

Ujvagi hired as Lucas County administrator

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 12:59:00 EST

Peter Ujvagi, who currently serves as a state representative, replaces Mike Beazley.

No charges for teens with man who died playing Russian roulette

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 12:25:00 EST

Since the death was filed as a suicide, prosecutors decided charges would not be filed against the teens who were with 18-year-old Fitzgerald Robbins when Toledo police say he died playing Russian roulette in west Toledo.

The Courier: Fostoria coach sues Willard police

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 12:03:00 EST

Fostoria High School boys' basketball coach Rick Renz has filed a federal lawsuit against Willard police, claiming officers injured him during a game between the two high schools last year.

Kohl's accepting nominations for outstanding kid volunteers

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 10:48:00 EST

Hannah Turner of Perrysburg, the 8-year-old founder of Hannah's Socks, was one of last year's scholarship recipients.

Toledo mayor's panel suggests $1 entertainment tax

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 07:16:00 EST

Mayor Bell supports the $1 surcharge, saying other cities do it and Toledo needs to get out of the 1950s mindset.

Obama seeks $300 million for Great Lakes cleanup

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 05:55:00 EST

President Obama's newly released budget requests $300 million to continue an environmental restoration program for the Great Lakes. The requested total is down from $475 million.

Pro-life Super Bowl ad already stirring strong emotions

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 05:28:00 EST

Florida Gators quarterback Tim Tebow will star in a pro-life Super Bowl ad with his mother, causing pro-choice groups and the National Organization for Women to call on CBS to not air the ad.

Police: Maumee man impersonated Victoria's Secret rep to get personal info

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 18:26:00 EST

Todd Dominiak has been charged with two counts of telecommunications harassment.

Toledo Toyota dealers prepare to service recalled vehicles

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 16:57:00 EST

At Jim White Toyota on Central Avenue, they haven't had any customers complain about their gas pedals sticking. Still, Dave Wittenmyer who works there says they'll be opening their service bay doors to every Toyota owner.

Area teen pregnancy rate lowest in years

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 16:21:00 EST

High school students in the Toledo Public School system are apparently changing their attitudes about sex, thanks to a nearly $3.5 million investment in teen pregnancy prevention.

EcoTrack11: New TPS school designed to be energy efficient

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 15:51:00 EST

Now that the school's open, it's setting the standard for green education.

Banks not imposing new loan hurdles but not easing tough standards

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 15:15:00 EST

Even though banks aren't imposing new restrictions on most loans, they aren't ready to ease the tough loan standards put in place during the financial crisis.

Toledo Central Catholic kicks off Black History Month

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 14:54:00 EST

"I actually thought it was wonderful and it was what our school needed," said student Kalvin White. "We're all diverse and we should get to know everybody's ways."

Obama seeks $300 million for Great Lakes cleanup

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 14:14:00 EST

The total, announced Monday, is down from the $475 million Obama successfully sought last year. The Environmental Protection Agency blames the reduction on the poor economy but says the president remains committed to the Great Lakes initiative.

Brown announces bid for re-election of Wood County commissioner

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 12:48:00 EST

Brown discussed jobs at his news conference outside of First Solar in Perrysburg, saying Wood County has seen growth during his time in office.

Final volunteers needed for 'Clothing Your Community' drive

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 12:27:00 EST

Volunteers are needed to help sort the 70 tons of donated clothes by Feb. 11.

Ash trees to get the ax at Pearson Park

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 12:19:00 EST

The parks district received about $1. 34 million in federal stimulus funds to remove dead and dying ash trees that pose a hazard.

Boat fire slows traffic on I-75 in Rossford

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 12:18:00 EST

A boat that was being hauled on a trailer on I-75 became engulfed in flames. The driver managed to get the trailer to the side of the highway near Buck Road.

42 counts to be filed against Ottawa County horse owner

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 11:40:00 EST

The Humane Society of Ottawa County announced they will file 42 misdemeanor charges against the Carroll Township owner of 37 horses, according to Nancy Silva with the Humane Society.

Tax Tip: 10 things to know about the Making Work Pay Tax Credit

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 10:50:00 EST

Many taxpayers are eligible for the Making Work Pay Tax Credit. Here are 10 things to know about this credit to ensure you receive the entire amount for which you are eligible.

Findlay Courier: Little money left for pothole repairs

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 10:37:00 EST

Findlay street maintenance is taking a back seat again this year as administrators seek to stabilize the city budget.

FACING OFF IN COURT--Mom confronts man who killed her son

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 07:42:00 EST

Colin's mom, Jeanine, remembers getting the call from the hospital that her son had been shot.

Swanton fire destroys family's mobile home

Sun, 31 Jan 2010 21:23:00 EST

"I only have like one shirt left and that's it," said Dillon Wheeler.

Ohio authorities probe owner of emaciated horses

Sun, 31 Jan 2010 16:23:00 EST

Acting on a tip, authorities rescued 31 starving horses from a farm near Oak Harbor and took them to the Sandusky County fairgrounds, where dozens of humane officials and volunteers cared for them Saturday.

Malnourished horses found in Ottawa Co.

Sat, 30 Jan 2010 21:43:00 EST

The scene was described by one rescuer as a holocaust for horses.

WTOL Editorial: Clothing Your Community a remarkable expression of charity

Sat, 30 Jan 2010 12:51:00 EST

Now we just need more volunteers to sort the 80 tons of items get this stuff ready to give away.

West Toledo woman wants folks to get their dogs licensed

Sat, 30 Jan 2010 01:06:00 EST

After you see what happened to this woman, you'll want to get your pets licensed too.

Put-In-Bay basketball team catches plane, drives to away games

Sat, 30 Jan 2010 00:24:00 EST

For the Put-In-Bay Panthers basketball team, reaching the court is half the contest.

West Toledo teen dies playing Russian roulette with friends

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 18:16:00 EST

Police are investigating where 18-year-old Fitzgerald Robbins got a gun that he used in a fatal game of Russian roulette in the 3400 block of West Lincolnshire Boulevard around 6 p.m. Thursday.

Choosing a tax option that's right for you takes some thought

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:56:00 EST

W2s are showing up in the mail or being passed out at work. Now that you have yours in hand, there are several options to file your taxes.

MI looks to raise gas tax to repair roads

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:13:00 EST

The state has a shot at $1.5 billion in federal aid to repair the roads, but the state first has to come up it's share of the plan. Eight lawmakers have proposed a gas tax to do it.

Change in Toledo pit bull law has city council worried

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:08:00 EST

A portion of Toledo's pit bull law was ruled unconstitutional, and City Council Member Mike Collins fears the case could affect other local laws beyond dog ordinances.

$12 billion Senate bill could help community colleges

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 16:57:00 EST

Many college administrators are optimistic about the plan and say it would increase access for students.

Gov. Strickland announces employment programs at The Source

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:05:00 EST

The governor made a stop in Toledo to announce stimulus money for rail improvements as well as a hiring event at the Rec Center on April 30.

Ellis takes plea deal for role in death of Springfield Twp. man

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 13:18:00 EST

James Ellis pleaded no contest to obstructing justice and carrying a concealed weapon for his role in the death of 24-year-old Colin Fisher of Springfield Township.

Teen killed himself playing Russian Roulette, police say

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 12:52:00 EST

Fitzgerald Robbins, 18, of the 1200 block of Parkside Boulevard, apparently died of a self-inflicted wound according to preliminary results of the autopsy conducted by the Lucas County Coroner's Office.

Adrian woman pleads guilty to leaving toddler on US-223

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 12:48:00 EST

Brand Wellman, 30, faces up to four years in prison after pleading guilty to dumping her 3-year-old daughter along US-223 back in September.

Hancock County to hold Night at the Oscars

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 11:38:00 EST

The American Red Cross Hancock County Chapter will host the inaugural A Night at the Oscars fundraising event at 6 p.m. Sunday, March 7, at the Findlay Elks Lodge on South Main Street. The event will feature live music, food provided by the top restaurants in Hancock County and the live broadcast of the Academy Awards.

Adrian 3rd grader twice solves tricky brainteaser

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 10:23:00 EST

Alexander Elementary School student Caleb Scroggins worked out the solution to the puzzle that Principal Jeff Petterson brought back from Moriyama, Japan in the 1993 to 1994 school year.

Swiergosz found guilty a few hours after taking the stand

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 10:09:00 EST

During the last day of testimony Prosecutor Dean Mandros says defendant Swiergosz did something odd, taking the stand twice on his behalf. In nearly three decades of practicing law, Mandros said he's never seen that.

Cherry Street Mission: We need your help

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 07:54:00 EST

There were 272 men and women who sought shelter at the mission Wednesday night. And it's just getting colder.

Haitian orphan adopted by Lima couple

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 05:22:00 EST

The Brennemans had been working to adopt a little boy for about a year but weren't able to until now.

CrimeTracker 11: Bomb containment vessel assists in fight against terror

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 05:07:00 EST

When the bomb squad encounters an explosive device, a robot can put it inside the device, close the door and set it off.

East Toledo shooting injures 1

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 04:57:00 EST

It happened just after 6:30 p.m. Thursday at the corner of Berry and Nevada. An officer said a man went to the house with a gun and got into a scuffle with the residents over drug money.

"Cash Explosion" winner struck by a car after celebrating and dies

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 22:31:00 EST

McDonald's appearance on "Cash Explosion" will air Saturday at 7:30 p.m.

New college grads turn to volunteerism

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 22:17:00 EST

Some programs not only give graduates valuable experience, but also help pay student loans.

Accused 'McNugget rage' woman faces vandalism charge

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 21:50:00 EST

Police say she ordered the nuggets at the east Toledo McDonald's a few weeks ago, but they were only serving breakfast.

Swiergosz found guilty on hostage/standoff charges

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 19:34:00 EST

A jury found Michael Swiergosz guilty on all eight felony counts against him.

Gabrielle Harris released from hospital to jail cell

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 19:20:00 EST

Gabrielle Harris, 29, is the surviving passenger from a fatal crash that happened during a chase by Oregon police.

NW Ohio consumers weigh car-buying incentives in tough economy

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 19:15:00 EST

As the Greater Toledo Auto Show opens, dealers want potential customers to know about the incentives to buy. But in a tough economy, many people still aren't sure if now is the time to get that new or used vehicle.

Automakers woo Toyota customers at Toledo Auto Show

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 19:09:00 EST

Ford dealers are waiting to court drivers like Jim Bowers who own recalled Toyotas.

Stainbrook attorney: BOE should have never certified Simpson

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 17:13:00 EST

An attorney for representing Stainbrook is asking a judge to rule that the Board of Elections improperly certified and forwarded the list of committees submitted by the Simpson faction to the Ohio Republican Party.

Toledoans and local politicians divided over stimulus results

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 16:40:00 EST

Around Toledo, some say the national stimulus efforts are helping the Glass City while others say it's done nothing but add to the massive national debt.

Terminally ill Toledo woman makes most of time left

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 16:40:00 EST

Dying used to be Robin Mower's her biggest fear. She was diagnosed with ALS, a fatal neurological disease. However, instead of spending hours on grief, she's refocused her life.

Pregnant woman dies in Defiance crash; baby survives

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 16:25:00 EST

Kaitlyn Knox, age 22, died after a car crash that occurred at 8:30 a.m. on SR-15 near Blosser Road in Defiance County.

Fremont community comes together to bury 3 drowned boys

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 16:22:00 EST

Two families are preparing to bury three boys who drowned in the Sandusky river Sunday after falling through the ice. Community members who knew the boys, and others who didn't, are hosting fundraisers to cover funeral costs.

Michael Swiergosz testifies in his own defense

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:19:00 EST

Swiergosz testified that he did hit his estranged wife two times with a tire iron, but that he did not intend to hurt her any further at that time.

Yark donates $10,000 to Make-A-Wish

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 12:02:00 EST

The money will help grant wishes to children in northwest Ohio who suffer from life-threatening illnesses.

Toledo doctors offer guys unique way to watch NCAA Tourney

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 11:56:00 EST

The radio ad claims: "If you miss out on this, you'll end up recovering during a weekend marathon of chick flicks. Now that's painful!"

MI plans to delay more than 200 road projects

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 10:33:00 EST

Michigan could go from spending roughly $1.4 billion on roads this year with the help of federal stimulus money to less than $600 million three out of the next four years.

North Toledo Marco's Pizza robbed by man with gun

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 05:20:00 EST

It happened at Marco's Pizza in the 3400 block of Lagrange Street.

Ohio lands stimulus money for passenger train

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 04:58:00 EST

Ohio is planning a 79-mph, startup train service connecting Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton and Cincinnati.

Michigan receiving $40 million for high-speed rail

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 04:54:00 EST

President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden are announcing $8 billion in grants Thursday for 13 major corridors around the country.

Predator Alert: Have you seen this man?

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 23:05:00 EST

Michael Newsome, 28, is accused of taking dirty pictures of an underage girl.

Fear of losing benefits keeps some from part-time work

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 18:54:00 EST

Harold Bailey with the Office Of Unemployment Compensation says getting a part-time or temporary job could actually bring in more money than unemployment alone.

Dashcam video is released of fatal Oregon police chase

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 18:39:00 EST

Harris is in the passenger seat, but may actually be the one driving the car while Smith tries jumping out.

New blood pressure control device is being tested in Toledo

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 18:35:00 EST

Michael Freas, 50, was a walking time-bomb with terrible headaches and blood pressure up to 283. That's off the charts.

ProMedica in discussions with St. Luke's Hospital

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 16:13:00 EST

In a statement released by ProMedica, officials say the discussions are to determine the best way the two organizations may work together to better meet the healthcare needs of area residents.

Witnesses give insight to standoff on Day 1 of Swiergosz trial

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 13:15:00 EST

Two witnesses that testified on the first day of trial include an employee of the Sunset House, where the estranged wife of Swiergosz worked, and the Toledo police sergeant, who communicated with Swiergosz during both standoffs.

Toledo man accused of threats on plane pleads not guilty

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:47:00 EST

A man who allegedly yelled "I want to kill all the Jews" on a Detroit-bound plane at Miami International Airport has pleaded not guilty.

Woman killed on US 6 in Erie County

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:39:00 EST

A pedestrian was killed just before 10 Tuesday night on US 6 at County Road 269 in Sandusky County in Margaretta Township in Erie County at about 10 p.m.

Toyota US sales halt deals blow to image, earnings

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 10:58:00 EST

The suspect parts are made by a U.S. supplier, but they are also found in its European-made vehicles, an official with the automaker said Wednesday.

Council member misses important budget meeting

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 10:52:00 EST

The issue of city council members missing meetings surfaced once again when Phil Copeland, who is vice chairman of the finance committee, missed the meeting this week in which Mayor Bell presented his ideas to balance the budget.

State building `Pure Michigan Living' effort

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 06:16:00 EST

To kick off the campaign, the authority is using a Web site to collect stories about why people choose to live in Michigan. The "Choose Michigan" effort is seeking 1,000 stories from residents between now and Monday.

Ohio judge sticks with decision to bar reporting

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 05:26:00 EST

The judge says he's worried that coverage of the first trial that is to start Feb. 1 could taint a second jury and make it difficult to find impartial jurors.

TPD offers tips on how to fend off attackers

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 05:21:00 EST

Toledoans are reeling following two rapes that took place less than a week apart. Toledo Police Officer Dana Slay provides tips to help keep you safe.

Toledo City Council approves $44 million to answer budget crisis

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 18:22:00 EST

City leaders have until the end of March to come up with a balanced 2010 budget plan.

Woman raped at gunpoint in south Toledo

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 18:15:00 EST

The woman told police that a man with a gun accosted her as she was removing a laundry basket from her car. She believes he might have been watching her because he mentioned that she probably lived alone.

Toyota halts sales of 8 recalled vehicle models

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 18:12:00 EST

WASHINGTON (AP) - Toyota is suspending U.S. sales of eight recalled vehicle models to fix accelerator pedals that stick. As part of the plan, Toyota is halting production at five manufacturing facilities

Texting while driving now illegal for truckers

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 17:29:00 EST

Truckers and bus drivers in vehicles more than 10,000 pounds are affected.

Time capsule reveals lost curls, cowboys and innocence

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 14:13:00 EST

The capsule that included old newspapers was recovered last summer and opened during a recent celebration of Lincoln High School's new library in Warren.

Oregon police chase ends in deadly crash

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 13:02:00 EST

Tonya Smith, 47, was killed at approximately 2 a.m. Tuesday after being ejected from a car that crashed during a police pursuit on Wheeling at Parnell.

Check out local opportunities to help Haiti

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 12:16:00 EST

There are plenty of opportunities to help.

Ohio Turnpike stops higher tolls for roof racks

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 10:46:00 EST

The Ohio Turnpike has stopped charging cars higher tolls when they're carrying bicycles or luggage on the roof. However, scanners will still charge the vehicle, and the driver has to get refunded.

Student concerned that Owens professor is sex offender

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 08:43:00 EST

Orlando Reyes-Cairo has been a professor at Owens Community College since 1999, which is one year after he got out of jail for attempted unlawful sexual conduct with a 13-year-old boy in north Toledo.

O-DOT changes plans for deadly Findlay crossing

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 07:39:00 EST

The state now plans to close the median only on Feb. 1, according to The Findlay Courier.

'Joe the Plumber' stumps with Arkansas candidate

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 06:51:00 EST

Republican U.S. Senate candidate Conrad Reynolds is making a series of Arkansas appearances with Joe the Plumber, an Ohio man who became a well-known figure in the 2008 presidential race.

Carryout owners hire off-duty patrollers to combat crime

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 18:24:00 EST

Carryout owners and city leaders have joined forces to launch a new program that would allow them to hire off-duty patrollers, which they hope will discourage crime in their area.

Toledo leaders considering sale of property to boost coffers

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 18:07:00 EST

City leaders are hoping something works -- and soon.

UPDATED--3 boys die after falling through ice on Sandusky River

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 17:58:00 EST

The Sandusky County Sheriff's Department confirms three boys, ages 7, 8 and 10, died after falling through ice on the Sandusky River in Fremont.

Not all money Planet Aid takes in goes to the needy

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 17:56:00 EST

In 2007, Planet Aid took in almost $30 million by selling donated items. But, actually, less than 25 percent of the money actually went to those who needed it.