Jake Pietrasz
Digital Content Producer
Jake Pietrasz joined the 13abc team in May 2022 as a Digital Content Producer.
Born and raised in Rossford, Ohio, Jake is no stranger to the area. He grew up watching 13abc and other local news stations every morning before school and he's very excited to be part of the team.
Jake studied Broadcast Journalism at Bowling Green State University where he contributed content to the different news organizations on campus throughout his four years there.
In his free time, Jake enjoys spending time with his friends, family and his dog, Dolly. He loves the mountains down in Tennessee and enjoys every opportunity he can to visit. He also enjoys musical theatre and has even performed in a few musicals himself.
Updated: 4 hours ago
|By Jake Pietrasz
The Xtreme Team’s performance brought the house down, or should we say, the backboard down.
Updated: 5 hours ago
|By Jake Pietrasz
An autopsy was performed on 9-year-old Jaydan Triplett on July 11, 2023, one day after she was declared dead at her residence.
Updated: 24 hours ago
|By Jake Pietrasz
Organizers say as part of the series, two films will be shown every Tuesday in October.
Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 2:08 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
The event will take place on Sept. 30 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Oct. 1 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 12:09 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
According to OCC, the event will provide free dental services for children ages 6 months to 18 years old.
Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 8:18 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
The meeting will be held on Oct. 25 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Epworth United Methodist Church.
Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 7:25 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
From 12 a.m. on Sept. 29 through close of business on Oct. 1, any factory employee from any industry who wishes to exercise can do so for free at any of the six participating locations.
Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 7:25 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
ODOT says it is looking to improve safety and reduce congestion by reducing the number of traffic signals and intersections along the U.S. 23 corridor.
Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 2:59 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
The town hall will take place on Sept. 25 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the McMaster Center at the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library.
Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 2:43 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
The crash occurred on Sept. 22 at approximately 4:06 a.m. on Hancock Street near Scott Street in Sandusky.
Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 10:13 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
Seasonal flu activity typically occurs between Oct. and May.
Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 9:49 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
Eastbound Eleanor Avenue between Jackman Road and Bennett Road will be closed beginning Sept. 21.
Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 9:42 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
More than 130 Naloxboxes with naloxone will be installed at 65 rest areas across the state of Ohio.
Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 1:25 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
On Sept. 23, Judi Young Lane, between Monroe Street and Maplewood Avenue will be closed to all traffic in both directions.
Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 12:37 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
TPD says this was the second time the Toledo Enhancement Area Method has focused on this area, with the first time being in January of 2022.
Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 11:41 AM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
TTHC is a community event aimed at providing legal assistance to tenants who are facing various housing concerns.
Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 5:11 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
The scammers are calling parents and family members of UToledo students using spoofed law enforcement numbers.
Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 2:05 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
The City says CRC began taking Bowling Green customer outage calls on Sept. 19 for outages related to electric, water or sewer.
Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 1:02 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
The crash occurred on Sept. 19 around 6:43 a.m. on I-75 South at the Devils Hole Road overpass.
Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 11:09 AM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
The unit is customized for patient convenience and will deliver 3D mammograms to women ages 40 and older.
Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 3:43 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
The crash occurred around 8:38 a.m. on Sept 18.
Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 2:03 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
BGSU says it received a report of an alleged hazing incident at an off-campus event that involved athletes on the BGSU hockey team.
Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 1:34 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
The meeting will take place on Sept. 19 at 9 a.m. in the Ward Pavilion at Wildwood Metropark.
Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 5:37 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
MCSO deputies responded to four incidents in the Detroit Beach area in the span of five days.
Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 3:04 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
Edward Hite, 81, of Temperance, was arraigned before Judge Amanda Eicher on Sept. 15.
Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 1:39 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
The exhibit, titled “Toledo Public Schools, 1849-1895″ is located on the third floor of the Main Branch Library.
Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 11:26 AM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
The crash occurred on Sept. 14 at 9:30 p.m.
Updated: Sep. 14, 2023 at 1:25 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
The CDC has created the Bridge Access Program to help uninsured adults receive the updated vaccine.
Updated: Sep. 14, 2023 at 12:58 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
Woolridge was hired as the head coach in January.
Updated: Sep. 13, 2023 at 5:52 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
The event will be held on Sept. 20, which is the one-year anniversary of the accident that took their lives.
Updated: Sep. 13, 2023 at 12:55 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
On Sept. 7 at 8:40, a man passed two $100 bills at a Tecumseh business.
Updated: Sep. 13, 2023 at 12:18 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
Councilmembers approved the ordinance by a vote of 11-1 at a meeting on Sept. 12.
Updated: Sep. 13, 2023 at 11:01 AM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
TPD says the student was arrested and booked into the Juvenile Justice Center.
Updated: Sep. 12, 2023 at 5:59 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
Findlay Police officers responded to the 10000 block of TR 89 for a harassment complaint that stated a woman was allegedly swinging a shovel at multiple people in the area.
Updated: Sep. 12, 2023 at 1:09 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
‘SIX’ will open the 2023-2024 BROADWAY IN TOLEDO SERIES.
Updated: Sep. 8, 2023 at 5:13 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
Deputies were attempting to handcuff a juvenile suspect on the ground when the incident occurred.
Updated: Sep. 8, 2023 at 2:40 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
From Sept. 8 through Sept. 10, all dogs aged 6 months and older will be available for adoption with the only cost being a $25 Lucas County dog license.
Updated: Sep. 8, 2023 at 11:34 AM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
The closure will begin on Sept 18 and will remain in place for 45 days.
Updated: Sep. 8, 2023 at 11:21 AM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
Any first responder who shows a valid employee or volunteer ID between Sept. 11 and Sept. 15 will receive free admission to the Park.
Updated: Sep. 7, 2023 at 6:18 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
The pair purchased four French Bulldog puppies valued at $11,000 and allegedly paid the victim with fake currency.
Updated: Sep. 7, 2023 at 3:27 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
The crash occurred on Sept. 7 at 5:18 a.m. at the intersection of Yankee Road and Clark Road.
Updated: Sep. 7, 2023 at 12:45 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
The festival will take place on Sept. 9 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Ottawa Park Amphitheater.
Updated: Sep. 7, 2023 at 12:15 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
The Toledo Zoo is paying tribute to the men and women who keep the community safe all year long by offering them free admission on Saturday.
Updated: Sep. 6, 2023 at 3:53 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
The Block Party is taking place on Sept. 9 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Toledo Museum of Art.
Updated: Sep. 6, 2023 at 1:40 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
The accident occurred Sept. 2 around 8:36 p.m. at the roundabout on Jeep Parkway.
Updated: Sep. 6, 2023 at 12:25 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
Nearly $10 million have been awarded to more than 200 agencies as part of the Ohio Body-Worn Camera Grant Program.
Updated: Sep. 5, 2023 at 5:04 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
Opening Day is scheduled for Friday, March 29.
Updated: Sep. 5, 2023 at 12:59 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
Four people are dead after the crash on Milwaukee Road near Britton Highway in Macon Township, MSP said.
Updated: Sep. 5, 2023 at 12:25 PM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
The funding will support local communities as they engineer construction projects that will help to eliminate dangerous crossings.
Updated: Sep. 5, 2023 at 11:52 AM EDT
|By Jake Pietrasz
The donation drive is being held from Sept. 5 through Sept. 29.