Opening arguments began today in the trial of the Michigan militia. A prosecutor says members of the group called Hutaree were ready to "go to war" against the government. But the lawyer for the group says there was no planned attack. Seven members of the group are on trial. They were arrested nearly two years ago.
2. CLYDE CANCER CLUSTER
The US Environmental Protection Agency is on the scene in Sandusky County, investigating whether there is a cancer cluster in Clyde. Since 1996, more than three dozen kids have been diagnosed with cancer in the area and four have died.
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3. ROMNEY MICHIGAN
Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney may be in trouble in Michigan. Two polls show Romney trailing a surging Rick Santorum. The American Research Group says Santorum is favored by 33% of likely voters. Romney, who's father was governor of Michigan, came in second with 27%. The Michigan primary is two weeks from tomorrow, February 28th.
4. OHIO STATE FAIR
The Ohio State Fair isn't until August, but fair organizers have announced the first signed act. Nickelodeon teen star Victoria Justice will perform August 4th and tickets to the show will include fair admission. The fair will announce the other acts for the 12day Columbus event later this year.
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5. WHITNEY HOUSTON
Los Angeles authorities say Whitney Houston was underwater and apparently unconscious when she was found in a Beverly Hills hotel bathtub and had prescription drugs on hand. Officials say there are no indications of foul play and no obvious signs of trauma. Some of her friends say the family is planning a funeral in New Jersey by the end of the week.
6. CHILDHOOD CANCER DRUG
A US Senator and three doctor groups are urging a drug maker to step up production of a crucial cancer drug that's suddenly in short supply. Doctors and hospitals around the country are panicking because of a low supply of methotrexate. It's used to treat a common and viral childhood cancer called acute lymphoblastic leukemia. It has a 90% cure rate when properly treated.
Friday, May 25 2012 11:45 AM EDT2012-05-25 15:45:34 GMT
Clay High School honors veterans who attended the high school. Clay High School Memorial display includes the names of former Clay students who died in the line of duty. Guest speaker William Moritz
Clay High School honors veterans who attended the high school. Clay High School Memorial display includes the names of former Clay students who died in the line of duty.
Friday, May 25 2012 6:44 PM EDT2012-05-25 22:44:12 GMT
This Memorial Day weekend a Northwest Ohio soldier who was injured in Afghanistan gets a big surprise from his small town. The welcome home parade happened Friday afternoon in Hicksville in Defiance County. Capt.
This Memorial Day weekend a Northwest Ohio soldier who was injured in Afghanistan gets a big surprise from his small town.
Friday, May 25 2012 6:39 PM EDT2012-05-25 22:39:56 GMT
As opening day of the Hollywood casino gets closer there are some traffic concerns that are being addressed in the city of Rossford. And they are being addressed to the tune of half a million dollars. The
As opening day of the Hollywood casino gets closer there are some traffic concerns that are being addressed in the city of Rossford. And they are being addressed to the tune of half a million dollars. The
Friday, May 25 2012 6:11 PM EDT2012-05-25 22:11:44 GMT
As we all know the heat is also hard on our pets and in some cases can quickly become a life threatening situation for your animals. Memorial Day weekend is a time when a lot of folks like to spend time
A local emergency Veterinarian stresses the importance of keeping your pets inside during the extreme heat.
Friday, May 25 2012 5:16 PM EDT2012-05-25 21:16:16 GMT
It's a case of missing money at a Perryburg elementary school. The Perrysburg school district says police are investigating reports of missing funds at two elementary parent-teacher organizations. Sources
It's a case of missing money at a Perryburg elementary school. The Perrysburg school district says police are investigating reports of missing funds at two elementary parent-teacher organizations.
Friday, May 25 2012 2:46 PM EDT2012-05-25 18:46:21 GMT
A Toledo man pleaded no contest on arson charges today. In February police say Chicha Harris made false 911 calls from a hotel room, barricaded himself inside the room and then set a mattress on fire.
A Toledo man pleaded no contest on arson charges today. In February police say Chicha Harris made false 911 calls from a hotel room, barricaded himself inside the room and then set a mattress on fire.
Friday, May 25 2012 2:12 PM EDT2012-05-25 18:12:31 GMT
According to the Toledo Blade the surrounding communities are hosting Memorial Day activities on Monday: Adrian -- Parade starting at 11 a.m., forms at 10:30 a.m. in front of the National Guard armory,
According to the Toledo Blade the surrounding communities are hosting Memorial Day activities on Monday: Adrian -- Parade starting at 11 a.m., forms at 10:30 a.m. in front of the National Guard armory,
Friday, May 25 2012 2:41 PM EDT2012-05-25 18:41:14 GMT
According to the Toledo Police information line Toledo Police have blocked off the intersection of Manhattan Blvd. and Doyle Street as they respond to a possible hostage situation man in the 1000 Block
Toledo Police tell 13abc that there has been an arrest made in the Bricker Avenue fatal shooting Wednesday, May 23.
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