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  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 10:41 PM EST2012-02-22 03:41:58 GMT
    FEBRUARY 21, 2012:  DEPUTIES FIRED:  Two Sandusky County sheriff's deputies were fired for sexually exploiting a female inmate.  A third quit.  COOPER TIRE:  Talks resumed at the Findlay plant between management and the union representing the locked out workers.  WELFARE CHANGES: Michigan House approved bill requiring lottery and gambling winnings be factored into eligibility for welfare payments.
  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 8:31 PM EST2012-02-22 01:31:27 GMT
    A south Toledo family's home is gone after a Molotov cocktail attack. It happened in the 5600 block of Greenridge Drive in a neighborhood near Bernath and Airport Highway. The home caught fire twice Tuesday morning.
  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 7:07 PM EST2012-02-22 00:07:43 GMT
    There are a number of fuel savings programs at stores, including Giant Eagle and Costco. At Kroger, there's a way for you to shave up to $1 a gallon off your bill.
  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 6:12 PM EST2012-02-21 23:12:12 GMT
    A 15-year-old is being hailed as a hero for saving his grandfather's life. Police say the Ida teen lifted a car off of his grandfather after it fell on top of him.
  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 6:12 PM EST2012-02-21 23:12:05 GMT
    Hundreds of Toledo Public Schools students are seeing clearly now thanks to free vision screenings. Twenty schools who participate in free and reduced lunch will get the in-school service.
  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 5:46 PM EST2012-02-21 22:46:15 GMT
    Toledo may beat it's tax projections for last year, and the Bell Administration estimates tax collections will be higher in 2012. 
  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 4:04 PM EST2012-02-21 21:04:15 GMT
    Bowling Green police say Thomas Cline's roommate came home on Sunday and found him dead. Police say Cline had reportedly been sick and no foul play is suspected.
  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 3:38 PM EST2012-02-21 20:38:28 GMT
    A hotel worker at the Quality Inn and Suites on Cleveland Road say a man wearing a pair of pantyhose over his head walked into the lobby and demanded money.
  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 3:27 PM EST2012-02-21 20:27:29 GMT
    Fire destroyed a south Toledo home overnight. Crews were called out to Field and Canal just before 1:00 Tuesday morning.
  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 2:34 PM EST2012-02-21 19:34:03 GMT
    A school bus, city truck, and van were involved in a serious crash Tuesday morning. It happened near the intersection of Airport Highway and North Detroit.
  • Monday, February 20 2012 11:40 PM EST2012-02-21 04:40:13 GMT
    Robinson elementary students are receiving more than just food on a tray during lunch time. They're getting bite-sized nuggets of knowledge, thanks to The Village 50.
  • Monday, February 20 2012 11:38 PM EST2012-02-21 04:38:07 GMT
    Inside the buses and shuttles at the University of Toledo, the radios are now locked onto one channel -- Star 105.5 FM. The switch comes after a student complained about a driver playing, at a high volume, a "far-right Christian political channel."
  • Monday, February 20 2012 6:51 PM EST2012-02-20 23:51:28 GMT
    9-year old Camden Arriaga has a rare heart disease. The 3rd grader has always dreamed of meeting his favorite Walt Disney characters from Toy Story. Now the Make-A-Wish Foundation plans to send Camden and his family to Disney World in Florid!
  • Monday, February 20 2012 6:08 PM EST2012-02-20 23:08:28 GMT
    You may have seen the new Domino's pizza commercial featuring the owner of the Findlay store. The national ad campaign spotlights his latest creation called "Parmesan Bread Bites."
  • Monday, February 20 2012 5:38 PM EST2012-02-20 22:38:48 GMT
    Three internet cafes were recently raided and shut down in Fremont. The public forum is set for Thursday, March 8 at 7 p.m. at Terra Community College.
  • Monday, February 20 2012 5:19 PM EST2012-02-20 22:19:05 GMT
    Police say a man was struck at the intersection of Wooster and Main just before 2 a.m. Sunday morning. Officers are looking for a black or silver SUV, which may have damage to the passenger side rear-view mirror.
  • Monday, February 20 2012 3:22 PM EST2012-02-20 20:22:50 GMT
    9th District congressional candidate Joe Werzelbacher says he's not your average politician.  He's running for the Republican Congressional nomination and spent time this past week going door to door seeking votes.
  • Two people escaped uninjured when a small plane crashed during a landing attempt at the Bowling Green airport.  The landing gear apparently malfunctioned and the plane skidded off the runway.
  • Monday, February 20 2012 3:17 PM EST2012-02-20 20:17:00 GMT
    The Polish pastries are available through Fat Tuesday at the old library building at 3101 Lagrange Street in the Polish Village.
  • Monday, February 20 2012 11:11 AM EST2012-02-20 16:11:25 GMT
    Future college students got a chance to look around at the campus of BGSU today for the 17th annual President's Day open house.
  • Monday, February 20 2012 6:39 AM EST2012-02-20 11:39:46 GMT
    Findlay firefighters battled a fire early this morning at a three unit apartment complex on Washington Street just after midnight.
  • Monday, February 20 2012 6:16 AM EST2012-02-20 11:16:23 GMT
    A Toledo family's home was damaged in a fire on the 3500 block of Revere Drive.
  • Sunday, February 19 2012 10:27 PM EST2012-02-20 03:27:45 GMT
    Buying a home is now more affordable than it has been in the last twenty years.
  • Sunday, February 19 2012 7:02 PM EST2012-02-20 00:02:04 GMT
    Toledo vice officers spent the weekend raiding drug houses in "Operation Dirty Boy Blitz," named in honor of slain officer Keith Dressel. 51 people were charged, and around $30,000 worth of drugs were confiscated.
  • Sunday, February 19 2012 5:46 PM EST2012-02-19 22:46:14 GMT
    Investigators are searching for suspects after an early Sunday morning shooting. Two men are recovering after being shot at the Oakwood Gardens apartment complex, located off McCord near Hill Avenue.
  • Sunday, February 19 2012 4:20 PM EST2012-02-19 21:20:12 GMT
    Two men are being held on $2 million each, in connection with the killing of a Paulding County woman.
  • Sunday, February 19 2012 3:02 PM EST2012-02-19 20:02:48 GMT
    Toledo Police have confirmed that two men were shot after a fight broke out in the parking lot in front of the Déjà Vu Showgirls Club on the 100 block of South Byrne.
  • Saturday, February 18 2012 6:55 PM EST2012-02-18 23:55:21 GMT
    Nine years ago, Genoa High School's cheerleading coach lost her battle with cancer. On Saturday, dozens of area squads raised money to help find a cure for the disease.
  • Saturday, February 18 2012 6:47 PM EST2012-02-18 23:47:05 GMT
    Democrat Graham Veysey took a road trip in his race for the 9th District congressional seat Saturday, meeting with business owners in four towns.
  • Saturday, February 18 2012 4:26 PM EST2012-02-18 21:26:35 GMT
    Police responded to an accident around 2:30 Saturday morning. August Bell was driving on Monroe St. when his car collided with a car being driven by Christopher Mathews. Both drivers were transported to Mercy St. Vincent's Hospital.
  • Saturday, February 18 2012 3:19 PM EST2012-02-18 20:19:04 GMT
    A man from Washington Courthouse is dead after a three vehicle crash along I-75 just south of Route 6 in Wood County. Officials say 18-year-old Jordan West lost control, crossed the median, and struck an SUV and a pickup head on.
  • Saturday, February 18 2012 3:12 PM EST2012-02-18 20:12:15 GMT
    Toledo Police responded to a standoff Friday night in East Toledo. Neighbors say that they called 911 because a man was shooting his gun into the air.
  • Saturday, February 18 2012 10:51 AM EST2012-02-18 15:51:45 GMT
    This week a judge could decide if the Woodville Malls stays closed for good.
  • Friday, February 17 2012 11:39 PM EST2012-02-18 04:39:01 GMT
    Federal budget cuts could close military bases across the nation, so what does that mean for the 180th fighter wing in Swanton? As it looks right now, the base should be safe.
  • Friday, February 17 2012 10:06 PM EST2012-02-18 03:06:27 GMT
    Graham Veysey, a political newcomer and video production company owner, appears this week on Conklin and Company.
  • Friday, February 17 2012 9:31 PM EST2012-02-18 02:31:37 GMT
    A task force has been created to make sure Head Start children are ready for kindergarten. The group will explore successful Head Start programs across the country in hopes of implementing what works for those centers here in Toledo.
  • Friday, February 17 2012 9:06 PM EST2012-02-18 02:06:29 GMT
    More sunshine and temperatures in the 40s in February mean bad news for one local activity. Lake Erie is ice-free, and that means ice fishing just isn't happening this winter.
  • The 13abc All Stars are gearing up for their 2012 season. All the money raised at our games goes right back into the schools. We hope to see you at one of our many games!
  • Watch Full Plate every Sunday at 12:30pm on 13abc!
  •  Watch Roundtable every Sunday at noon on 13abc!
  • Watch Conklin & Company every Sunday at 11am on 13abc!
  • Watch Bridges every Sunday at 11:30am on 13abc!
  • From insects to elephants, Kristin Emery brings you the latest happenings and updates on your favorite animals every week at the Toledo Zoo.
  • Each week, Kristin Emery visits Toledo Museum of Art to showcase the latest exhibitions, acquisitions and activities in the world of art.
  • Kristin Emery visits with the horticulturists and gardening experts at Toledo Botanical Garden to help you grow your best garden at home and stay up to date with activities and events at TBG.
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  • Monday, February 20 2012 3:35 PM EST2012-02-20 20:35:25 GMT
    We're stretching your dollar with grocery deals, coupons, special offers and much more! Watch Kristian Brown every Monday at 5 p.m. on 13abc Action News!
  • Each week on "Happy Tails!," furry friends from the Toledo Area Humane Society stop by our studio in search of their "Forever Homes."
  • Every Sunday morning Lucas County Dog Warden Julie Lyle brings in a special furry friend that is available for adoption.
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