Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:53 PM EDT2013-06-20 02:53:28 GMT
Three young brothers who have been missing the more than two years were featured on national TV Wednesday night. Former "America's Most Wanted" host John Walsh profiled the case of Andrew, Alexander and
Three young brothers who have been missing for more than two years were featured on national TV Wednesday night. Former "America's Most Wanted" host John Walsh profiled the case of Andrew, Alexander and Tanner Skelton.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 9:44 PM EDT2013-06-20 01:44:14 GMT
LOS ANGELES (AP) - HBO and James Gandolfini's managers say the actor famous for his role in "The Sopranos" has died in Italy. The cable channel, and managers Mark Armstrong and Nancy Sanders, say the
James Gandolfini, whose portrayal of a brutal, emotionally delicate mob boss in HBO's "The Sopranos" helped create one of TV's greatest drama series and turned the mobster stereotype on its head, died Wednesday in Italy. He was 51.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:15 PM EDT2013-06-19 22:15:15 GMT
Most of us wouldn't be able to swim across Lake Erie, so imagine doing it with a debilitating condition. A Maumee man with Crohn's disease is training to cross the lake to help raise money and awareness
Maumee man set to swim across Lake Erie in an effort to raise money for help Crohn's disease research.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:09 PM EDT2013-06-19 22:09:35 GMT
Changes in technology are forcing Blissfield Manufacturing to close one plant and expand another. The company made the tough decision to shut down its Portland, Indiana plant as the owners work hard
Blissfield company announces it is closing a plant in Indiana and consolidating operations in its Blissfield headquarters adding 73 jobs.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:51 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:51:41 GMT
After more than 4 inches of rain in the first half of June, northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan has become a breeding ground for mosquitoes. Spraying is underway in hopes of reducing the threat of mosquito-borne illnesses.
After more than 4 inches of rain in the first half of June, northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan has become a breeding ground for mosquitoes. Spraying is underway in hopes of reducing the threat of mosquito-borne illnesses.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:11 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:11:48 GMT
First Energy got started on a project to make its energy grid in Sandusky County more reliable, but the means of getting the job done may surprise some people. The company is using a helicopter to hang
First Energy got started on a project to make its energy grid in Sandusky County more reliable, but the means of getting the job done may surprise some people. The company is using a helicopter to hang high voltage transmission lines onto the arms of towers.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:08 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:08:49 GMT
An inmate at Toledo Correctional Institution was indicted Wednesday on two counts of aggravated murder and one count of felonious assault. Dustin Lynch, 26, is accused of killing fellow inmate Arturo
An inmate at Toledo Correctional Institution was indicted Wednesday on two counts of aggravated murder and one count of felonious assault. Dustin Lynch, 26, is accused of killing fellow inmate Arturo Lopez in March.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:06 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:06:00 GMT
After two levy defeats, Bowling Green City Schools are cutting costs. The district is moving to a pay-to-participate system, charging students for after-school activities. The move could be the beginning
After two levy defeats, Bowling Green City Schools are cutting costs. The district is moving to a pay-to-participate system, charging students for after-school activities. The move could be the beginning of more cuts for the district.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:18 PM EDT2013-06-19 22:18:19 GMT
Toledo firefighters are on the scene of a house fire in Toledo. The fire broke out at a home on the 1100 block of Avondale just after 11:30pm Tuesday. Dispatchers tell us heavy flames are showing.
Toledo firefighters were called to the scene of a house fire in Toledo. Firefighters say they found a strong odor of gasoline inside of the home, indicating the house was possibly the target of a firebombing.
EVENING NEWS HEADLINES - SEPTEMBER 12, 2012
NEW LOCAL NEWS
1. CASINO FELONY
A man authorities say they caught cheating at the Hollywood Casino in Toledo is facing felony charges. The Lucas County Grand Jury today indicted Jeffrey Stevens was indicted for an "unnamed casino felony offense." The Ohio Casino Control Commission says Stevens tried to change his bet while playing blackjack.
2. PICKETT ACADEMY OPENS
The Toledo Public School District is celebrating the opening of a new elementary school. A special ceremony took place this afternoon at Pickett Academy. The new, 43,000 square foot facility cost nearly $7.4 million. The school boasts state of the art technology, solar panels to make it more energy efficient, skylights and a brand new playground.
NEW STATE NEWS
3. COLUMBUS CASINO
(AP) - Ohio's Casino Commission has approved a license for the $400 million Hollywood Casino Columbus. The casino is slated to open for business next month and would be the third in the state.
4. STATE PENSION FUNDS
(AP) - The state House has OK'd bills aimed at shoring up the state's five public pension funds -- sending the measures on to the Senate, which could approve them later today. The legislation would affect nearly 1.8 million Ohioans covered by the funds.
NEW NATIONAL NEWS
5. CHICAGO TEACHERS STRIKE
(AP) - As Chicago's teachers strike heads toward a fourth day, the Rev. Jesse Jackson says negotiators don't seem to have the same sense of urgency he's seeing on the city's streets. Jackson met with both union and school district officials today and says the two sides appear "quite dug in." The strike has canceled classes for more than 350,000 students.
6. WEST NILE VIRUS
(AP) - Health officials says it's likely that 2012 will be the worst year for West Nile virus deaths and severe illnesses since the disease was discovered in the U.S. in 1999. There have been 118 deaths reported and more than 1,400 serious cases. Most are in Texas but Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, South Dakota and Michigan have also seen substantial numbers.
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