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28 hurt as bus hits car, shuts down NB I-75

Wed, 22 May 2013 05:27:00 EDT

Around two dozen people were injured Tuesday night in a bus crash on I-75. It happened around 10:30 p.m. in the northbound lanes of I-75, just north of the Cygnet exit

'Grandma Scam' swindles seniors out of thousands

Daryl Kirkland-Morgan — Tue, 21 May 2013 23:11:00 EDT

Imagine picking up the phone to hear your grandchild is in trouble. You're told not to tell any other family members, and send cash right away. Chances are, it's a crook trying to pull the 'Grandma Scam'.

Extreme Weight Loss Champion: Robin Chlebowski!

Tue, 21 May 2013 18:32:00 EDT

We've been following their journeys since the fall: 170 contestants fighting for the title of Extreme Weight Loss Champion. Now it's time for the crowning moment! 13abc's Kelly Heidbreder introduces us to this year's winner…Robin Chlebowski!

Tornado safety in the home: separating fact from myth

Geoff Cornish — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:20:00 EDT

If a tornado threatens, get into the basement. If you don't have a basement, a small, interior room in the lowest floor of your home is relatively safe. Avoid rooms with windows. Mobile homes are not safe in a tornado.

Overland industrial park building a future for North Toledo

Bill Hormann — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:10:00 EDT

The 111-acre Overland Industrial park broke ground on a new road that will lead to construction of buildings to house new businesses.

Local woman survives deadly tornado

Alexis Means — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:08:00 EDT

A local woman who moved to Moore Oklahoma almost a year ago survives a deadly tornado. 21 year old Kristina Legree says the twister touched down a mile for her home.

Many local elementary schools lack basements

Tue, 21 May 2013 18:06:00 EDT

Safety at our local elementary schools is on the minds of parents after a deadly tornado ripped through schools in Moore, Oklahoma on Monday.

Dundee tornado victims ache for Oklahoma

Christine Long — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:33:00 EDT

We are nearing the three year anniversary of the June tornado outbreak in Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan that killed seven people.

TPS teacher pleads guilty to receiving child porn

Tue, 21 May 2013 17:18:00 EDT

A suspended TPS teacher charged with receiving, distributing and possessing child pornography has pleaded guilty to receiving child porn on his home computer. Bruce Omlor, 49, was suspended from Riverside Elementary earlier this year.

Teen accused in killing of 2 brothers faces judge

Tue, 21 May 2013 17:12:00 EDT

The Putnam County teen accused of killing two Ottawa brothers appeared in court Tuesday afternoon. Michael Fay, 17, is charged with aggravated murder.

Lucas County deputy arrested

Tue, 21 May 2013 17:11:00 EDT

A Lucas County sheriff's deputy was arrested Tuesday. Deputy Paul Little was charged with filing false reports, unlawful transfer of a firearm to a convicted felon, and intimidation of a witness.

Local organizations helping tornado victims

Zachary Pitts — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:10:00 EDT

Local Red Cross leaders are asking for support to help tornado victims in Oklahoma. You can make a $10 donation by texting REDCROSS, to 90999. Visit www.redcross.org to donate online or call 1-800 RED CROSS.

Findlay councilman accused of stealing vitamins

Tue, 21 May 2013 16:00:00 EDT

A Findlay City Council member is accused of stealing about $13 worth of vitamins from Walmart. Daniel K.C. Collette was arrested on a charge of petty theft.

Lucas County deputy fired after internal charges

Tue, 21 May 2013 15:02:00 EDT

A Lucas County sheriff's deputy is out of a job Tuesday. She was fired after a number of internal charges were filed against her.

Firefighters battle flames at 2 homes on Toledo's East side

Christina Williams — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:47:00 EDT

Toledo firefighters battled two house fires on the east side of Toledo Tuesday. A home in the 400 block of Thurston Avenue was firebombed. Three adults and two children made it out safely. Firefighters also put out a house fire in the 700 block of Euclid Avenue near Starr Avenue.

Coast Guard finds missing boater in Lake Erie

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:36:00 EDT

Coast guard crews found a boater reported to be missing on Lake Erie Tuesday morning.

Lakota Schools dismissing early

Shaun Hegarty — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:33:00 EDT

Lakota Local Schools were dismissing early on Tuesday. Because of low water pressure, school administrators tell 13abc that all grades were dismissed at 11:45am. There was also no afternoon preschool.

Recovery and relief efforts continue in Moore

Geoff Cornish — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:54:00 EDT

Recovery efforts continue in Moore, Oklahoma after a catastrophic tornado on Monday. The tornado season that began quietly in 2013 has roared to life this week. Severe weather is possible in Northwest Ohio on Tuesday and Wednesday. 13abc and 13abc.com will update throughout the day.

ISOH/IMPACT collects donations for spring storm victims

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:13:00 EDT

Local charities are organizing to help victims of the Oklahoma tornado. The Red Cross is accepting donations at redcross.org. For more information, go to 13abc.com.

Local storm chaser remembers 1999 OK tornado

Amy Montgomery — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:11:00 EDT

A local man remembers being in Oklahoma City in 1999, when a massive tornado ravaged the city. Allan Detrich of Fremont says the area was devastated and Monday's tornado reminds him of what happened 14 years ago.

2 Toledo firefighters injured in Monday fire

Shaun Hegarty — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:43:00 EDT

2 Toledo firefighters were treated for minor injuries following a fire in West Toledo. It happened in the 3600 Block of Berdan on Monday. One was treated for a minor burn and the other for heat exhaustion. Both have now returned to duty.

The mystery beneath Lake Erie

Ross Ellet — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:15:00 EDT

Local divers are on a search to discover some of the thousands of shipwrecks on the bottom of Lake Erie.

Perrysburg worries HB 5 will mean loss of control

Bill Hormann — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:10:00 EDT

Perrysburg city council is considering a resolution opposing HB 5 which would give Ohio the right to create tax policy not individual towns.

Sen. Portman works to end Russian adoption ban

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:45:00 EDT

Three Toledo families are still begging the Russian government to lift its ban on adoptions. Those families' plans to adopt Russian children were blocked in January. Senator Rob Portman says he is doing what he can to put pressure on the Russian government and get the Obama administration to focus on the issue.

Toledo Area Sanitary District battles mosquitos

Christina Williams — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:41:00 EDT

The Toledo Area Sanitary District has started mosquito control. Monday evening marks the first day of light trapping. Biologists trap mosquitos and then study the numbers and types throughout the county. Free backyard sprays begin this week and neighborhood fogging starts in June. Log on to 13abc.com for details.

Local girl writes book on autism

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:39:00 EDT

A local elementary student wants to help children understand autism. Ashley McNeal has several siblings with the disorder, so she decided to write a book with the hope of raising awareness.

Car slams into home on McCord Rd.

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:22:00 EDT

A scary situation Monday afternoon as a car slammed into a house on McCord Road. Police say a woman was driving a car southbound and lost control. She swerved and cut across the northbound lanes near Angola.

Driver in hospital after suspect opens fire on minivan

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:10:00 EDT

A man was taken to the hospital Monday after a drive-by shooting. It happened in the 1200 block of Belmont.

Clyde Cancer Cluster: Testing begins at Whirlpool Park

Christine Long — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:28:00 EDT

"I want to make sure that we keep focused on the facts and focused on the science," says Jeff Noel, Vice President of Whirlpool Corporation.

Family of murdered Waterville Twp. man speaks out

Alexis Means — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:26:00 EDT

Lucas County Sheriff investigators continue to look for three suspects they say are responsible for the murder of carryout owner James Safadi. He was shot and killed in his Waterville Township home.

Monday officially warmest day so far this year

Geoff Cornish — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:51:00 EDT

Monday was the warmest day of the year. The temperature hit 90 degrees at Toledo Express Airport at mid afternoon. That is the warmest day since August 31st of last year. Toledo reached 93 degrees on that date. Monday's record high is 92 degrees, from May 20th of 1962. Get Toledo's only live, local radar 24/7 at 13abc.com/weather.

Fire destroys 2 mobile homes in Weston

Christina Williams — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:40:00 EDT

Two mobile homes are a complete loss this morning after a late night fire.

Mich. man dies in traffic crash day after wedding

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:13:00 EDT

A newly married Detroit-area youth minister has died in a traffic crash in Ohio while he and his wife were on the way to their honeymoon.

Free cyber security seminar

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:33:00 EDT

If you're a local business owner you won't want to miss the Cyber Security seminar sponsored by SCORE of Northwest Ohio and the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library.

13abc honored with 5 Associated Press awards

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:02:00 EDT

13abc has been honored by the Ohio AP with five broadcast awards for excellence. 13abc reporter Tony Geftos won for Best Breaking News Coverage. Lissa Guyton and Todd Gaertner were honored for Extraordinary Coverage of a Scheduled Event. The station took the top two places for best producer and was named Outstanding Sports Operation.

Ohio newspaper editor David Miller dead at 66

Mon, 20 May 2013 12:37:00 EDT

Editor David C. Miller of The Bowling Green Sentinel-Tribune newspaper died Saturday at a hospital in York, Pa., the paper said in a statement. He was 66.

Amber Alert cancelled, Detroit girl found safe

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:41:00 EDT

A Detroit girl is safe after an early morning Amber Alert. Alonna Anderson was abducted early this morning by a family member. An Amber Alert was issued and she was later found safe in Detroit.

Suspects still at large in deadly Waterville home invasion

Sun, 19 May 2013 22:36:00 EDT

Police are still searching for the suspects that shot and killed James "Jimmy" Safadi in his Waterville home early Saturday morning.

Overturned semi closes NB 23, minor injuries reported

Sun, 19 May 2013 22:31:00 EDT

Northbound Route 23 was shut down on Sunday evening after a semi truck overturned.

Students earn GED at Owens

Sun, 19 May 2013 19:05:00 EDT

Owens Community College graduated more than 50 students Sunday who earned their GEDs.

Runners and walkers "Beat the Wheat" for Celiac Disease

Sun, 19 May 2013 19:00:00 EDT

Walkers and runners turned out at Olander Park in Sylvania on Sunday for the "Beat the Wheat" 5K.

Coast Guard members drive golf carts across U.S. to help vets

Sun, 19 May 2013 18:45:00 EDT

A group of Coast Guard members are traveling across the country to visit veterans, and they've doing it all by golf cart.

Coast Guard offers free boat safety inspections

Malena Caruso — Sun, 19 May 2013 17:01:00 EDT

The U.S. Coast Guard urges boaters to take extra time to make sure they have all of the safety equipment required before taking their boats onto the water.

Bark in the Park benefits Humane Society

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:48:00 EDT

Sunday, the Toledo Area Humane Society hosted the Bark in the Park walk for animals.

Fostoria woman has serious injuries after crash

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:30:00 EDT

A Fostoria woman remains in the hospital this morning with life-threatening injuries after a crash on Thursday.

Dual license plates could end in Ohio

Sun, 19 May 2013 12:08:00 EDT

Two state legislators want to end the requirement for two license plates on vehicles in Ohio and require only one per vehicle.

Norwalk man charged in meth lab bust

Sun, 19 May 2013 12:06:00 EDT

A Norwalk man is facing charges after a fire started in his apartment during a meth lab raid. The raid happened in back in March. The Norwalk Reflector reports authorities found an active meth lab in the apartment of Allen Mobberly, 32. Two other men are also charged in the crime.

Sandusky man faces 10 years in prison for deadly stabbing

Sun, 19 May 2013 11:39:00 EDT

A Sandusky man faces up to 10 years behind bars in connection to the stabbing death of his uncle. We're following this story with the Sandusky Register. Tre'vonte Adcock,18, was arrested in December after his uncle, Jared Rhodes, was stabbed three times. Rhodes later died from his injuries.

Winning Powerball ticket sold in Florida

Sun, 19 May 2013 11:21:00 EDT

A very lucky lottery player in the Sunshine State is a multi-millionaire this morning! Powerball lottery officials say someone in Florida bought a winning ticket for Saturday night's record $590 million drawing. Right now, the winner hasn't been identified.

Investigators: Waterville murder victim was targeted

Sat, 18 May 2013 22:50:00 EDT

Investigators say the home invasion death of 34-year-old James Safadi in Waterville was not a random act of violence. They believe the local business owner was targeted.

Team plays to honor coach who died of ALS

Sat, 18 May 2013 21:01:00 EDT

It was the fifth year for the Dave Calabrese Football Blitz, but the first without Calabrese, who died just days ago after a battle with ALS.

After dry start to May, stormy times are ahead

Geoff Cornish — Sat, 18 May 2013 19:57:00 EDT

While the most intense of the severe weather will be in the Great Plains and Mississippi Valley, it is possible that we could see some severe thunderstorms, as early as Monday night, especially west of the Toledo metro area.

Antique cars on display in Archbold

Sat, 18 May 2013 18:45:00 EDT

Nearly 100 Antique automobiles were on display Saturday in Archbold at the annual antique car gathering at Sauder Village.

Lourdes University graduation

Sat, 18 May 2013 18:37:00 EDT

Students at Lourdes University received their diplomas Saturday at a graduation ceremony.

Man accused of hitting dog with board

Sat, 18 May 2013 18:24:00 EDT

A Toledo man is accused of animal cruelty after he hit his pit bull with 2 by 4.

Cell phone users experiencing problems

Sat, 18 May 2013 17:54:00 EDT

Verizon Wireless customers have been experiencing voice and data issues throughout the day on Saturday in Ohio.

Firefighters investigating Springfield Twp. garage fire

Sat, 18 May 2013 17:22:00 EDT

Firefighters are investigating just what caused a garage fire in Springfield Township on Saturday.

Waterville neighbors shocked, scared after deadly home invasion

Sat, 18 May 2013 17:09:00 EDT

Neighbors in Waterville are shocked and afraid after a deadly home invasion early Saturday morning.

OHP investigating Turnpike Crash

Sat, 18 May 2013 16:36:00 EDT

The Milan Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle crash on the Turnpike near the 88 milepost in Rice Township.

Fire destroys church

Sat, 18 May 2013 15:28:00 EDT

An overnight fire destroyed a vacant church early Saturday near the 400 block of Pulaski and Hamilton.

Waterville Twp. man dies after home invasion shooting

Tony Geftos — Sat, 18 May 2013 14:31:00 EDT

34-year-old James Safadi of Waterville Township is dead being shot during a home invasion early Saturday morning.

Weekend severe weather outbreak expected

Ross Ellet — Sat, 18 May 2013 09:29:00 EDT

A severe weather outbreak is expected to bring tornadoes, wind and hail in the plains this weekend.

Lotto hopefuls flock to 'lucky' convenience store

Daryl Kirkland-Morgan — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:12:00 EDT

$600 million dollars is up for grabs in Saturday's big Powerball drawing. It's the highest Powerball jackpot in U.S. history, and most expect it'll get even bigger by Saturday night.

Mother in shaken baby case sentenced to 18 months

Fri, 17 May 2013 23:06:00 EDT

The woman charged with shaking and injuring her infant son was back in court Friday, and angry protestors were there to greet her.

Star 105 gives away 500 gallons of gas

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:41:00 EDT

Star 105 gave away 500 gallons of free gas Friday. Cars lined up at the Valero station on Holland-Sylvania.

Man in child porn case faces judge dressed as woman

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:36:00 EDT

An Adrian man who appeared in federal court wearing a wig and women's clothing, is charged with having hundreds of pictures of child pornography. The case has many asking: Were any local children put at risk?

One millionth Wrangler JK rolls of line

Lissa Guyton — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:08:00 EDT

A huge milestone at the Toledo Assembly Complex. The current Wrangler plant opened in 2006 and on Friday, the one millionth Jeep Wrangler JK rolled off the line.

11-week-old baby stabbed to death in Sandusky

Christine Long — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:06:00 EDT

An 11-week-old baby was stabbed to death in Sandusky Thursday night. Sandusky Police say the suspect is the newborn's 19-year-old cousin Denzel Castile.

STRIVE program fundraiser

Alexis Means — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:44:00 EDT

Housewives of ATL hair stylist Derek J is helping to raise fund for the STRIVE program. The program prepares students for the Ohio graduation test. The hair show fundraiser is Sunday May 19th at 5pm at Scott High School.

Police train in realistic school shooting exercise

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:38:00 EDT

A school district in Monroe County was under lockdown Friday morning, but it was planned. Airport Community Schools teamed up with Michigan law enforcement to portray a realistic scenario of a school shooting.

Judge reinstates license for repeat DUI offender

Kristian Brown — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:14:00 EDT

An Ottawa County judge reinstated the driver's license for Terry Camp Kruse. She is a repeat DUI offender who admitted to hitting and killing a 14-year-old while driving drunk in 1993.

I-475 reopens after closures due to gas leak

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:14:00 EDT

Toledo Police shut down I-475 between Monroe Street and I-75 due to a gas leak Friday afternoon, causing headaches for drivers during their evening commutes.

15-pound dog behind bark that got South Toledo man arrested

Malena Caruso — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:59:00 EDT

Timothy Henneman was arrested for improper use of emergency services and disorderly conduct. It all started Wednesday night when the man repeated called 9-1-1 because a neighbor's dog was barking.

Teen charged with murder of 2 Putnam Co. brothers

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:30:00 EDT

Michael Fay charged with murder of two Putnam Co. brothers

Free dental care provided for veterans

Heather Anuta — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:42:00 EDT

Hires Dental Care is honoring local veterans today. 'Stars, Stripes and Smiles' starts at 8 a.m. and runs until 5 p.m.

Baby stabbed on Thursday night has died

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:04:00 EDT

Sandusky police say a 19-year old man stabbed a baby to death. We've got a reporter on the story and will bring you more tonight on 13abc Action News.