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Raiders stay unbeaten with 76-68 road win over Toledo
The Wright State men’s basketball team remained unbeaten with a 76-68 win over Toledo in its first road game of the season. The Raiders held off the Rockets in Toledo, Ohio, extending their strong start. The result was…

Pickett puts up 19 in Wright State's 76-68 win against
Kellen Pickett scored 19 points and grabbed 11 rebounds as Wright State defeated Toledo 76-68 on Tuesday. Pickett also recorded four blocks, while Noah Lewis added 16 points for the Raiders. Mynor Strong led Toledo with…

Minutemen head for Toledo with more consistency on the docket
UMass heads to Toledo for a Wednesday night game seeking to keep its bowl hopes alive. The Minutemen are 5-4 and need two wins from their final three games to become bowl eligible, while Toledo is 7-2 and already…

Letter to the editor: Artificial Intelligence, real danger
David Doane, a retired psychotherapist from Whitehouse, Ohio, argues in a letter published by the Toledo Free Press that artificial intelligence risks separating intelligence from human feeling, care and judgment. Using…
Toledo grandmother arrested after baby exposed to meth, police say
A Toledo grandmother, Amber Labiche, has been arrested and charged with child endangerment and drug possession after a one-year-old baby tested positive for methamphetamine exposure. According to WTVG, police discovered…

Toledo Rockets' Playoff News is Major Update on MAC's Future
The College Football Playoff is set to expand to 24 teams for the 2027 season, a change that could improve Toledo’s chances of reaching the tournament. The Rockets, a strong Mid-American Conference program, have made…

Man dies after being thrown from hood of moving vehicle
A 34-year-old man, identified as Darius Massengill Sr., has died following a fatal incident at an apartment complex in Toledo. Police report that the victim was thrown from the hood of a moving vehicle late Saturday…

Northwest Ohio high school football players of the week for OHSAA regional quarterfinals
The latest high school football players of the week have been announced for the OHSAA regional quarterfinals in Northwest Ohio. These athletes were selected based on their exceptional performances during the recent…

Northwest Ohio firefighter/paramedic dies, department says
A firefighter and paramedic from Northwest Ohio has passed away, according to the local department. The announcement was made today, marking a somber loss for the emergency services community in the region. Further…

Montas and Strong each score 20 as Toledo defeats Marshall 81-76
The Toledo Rockets secured an 81-76 victory over the Marshall Thundering Herd on Saturday. Angel Montas provided a significant spark off the bench, contributing 20 points to lead the Rockets to the win. The game saw a…

Toledo Central Catholic freshman gets a taste of the spotlight with two-interception playoff game
A freshman at Toledo Central Catholic made a significant impact during a recent playoff game, recording two interceptions. The young player's performance drew attention as he stepped into the spotlight during a…

Tigers outright Yilber Díaz to Triple-A Toledo
The Detroit Tigers have officially sent relief pitcher Yilber Díaz outright to their Triple-A affiliate in Toledo. The 26-year-old was removed from the team's 40-man roster earlier this week after clearing waivers…

Toledo Central Catholic rolls Avon Lake as Jeremiah Fuller shines with three first-half touchdowns
Toledo Central Catholic secured a dominant victory over Avon Lake in their recent high school football matchup. The game was highlighted by an impressive performance from Jeremiah Fuller, who scored three touchdowns in…

Toledo's Connor Walendzak: DNP for Week 10
Toledo running back Connor Walendzak missed his second consecutive game during Wednesday's matchup against Sacramento State due to an undisclosed injury. Walendzak has been a vital component of the Rockets' offense…

Families of 13 children sue hospitals, Michigan doctor over alleged misuse of pediatric medical images
Families of 13 children have filed a class-action lawsuit against pediatric urologist Bryan Shanley Sack and two hospital systems, alleging the misuse of sensitive medical images. The suit claims the doctor improperly…

Toledo's Adjatay Dabbs: Blanked in win
Toledo wide receiver Adjatay Dabbs was held without a reception in Wednesday's 20-17 win over Sacramento State, despite being targeted five times. This performance marks the first time this season that the Rockets'…

Toledo's John Alan Richter: Quiet performance in win
Toledo quarterback John Alan Richter had a quiet performance in Wednesday's 20-17 win over Sacramento State, completing 9 of 17 passes for 60 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. The Rockets relied heavily on…

Toledo's Autavius Ison: Scores in third consecutive game
Toledo running back Autavius Ison scored in his third consecutive game during Wednesday's 20-17 victory over Sacramento State. Ison rushed for 101 yards on 15 carries, including a decisive 19-yard touchdown run in the…

From 6 inches to 6 feet: How scientists are reintroducing a giant fish to Lake Erie
Scientists are reporting signs of success in efforts to reintroduce lake sturgeon to Lake Erie and its tributaries, including the Cuyahoga and Sandusky rivers. Once nearly eradicated by the early 1900s, these…

Sacramento State nearly pulls off major upset against Toledo in 20-17 loss
Sacramento State University narrowly missed a major upset against the University of Toledo, falling 20-17 in a closely contested football game. Despite a strong performance that kept the outcome uncertain until the…

Toledo Voter's Guide 2026: Election results
Midterm election results in Lucas County, Ohio, show a 53.1 percent voter turnout. Democratic candidates Amy Acton and David Pepper won the gubernatorial race with 52.3 percent of the vote, while Sherrod Brown secured…

Class action suits are adding up after the Toledo chemical leak. Here’s what to know
Following a chemical leak in Toledo, multiple class action lawsuits have been filed against responsible parties. Residents and affected businesses are seeking legal recourse as the number of claims continues to rise…

Toledo vs. Sacramento St. Live Stream of NCAA Football
The Toledo Rockets face off against the Sacramento State Hornets in a scheduled NCAA football matchup on November 4, 2026. Fans can follow the action through a live stream as both teams look to improve their current…

Toledo’s Marcy Kaptur overcomes gerrymandering, extends record as longest-serving woman in Congress
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Marcy Kaptur wins 23rd term in Congress with victory over Derek Merrin
Representative Marcy Kaptur has won her 23rd term in Congress, defeating Republican challenger Derek Merrin in Ohio's 9th Congressional District. The Associated Press called the race for Kaptur, who secured 52.7% of the…

Why haven’t 2026 election results been released in Lucas County?
Officials have yet to release the 2026 election results for Lucas County, leaving voters and observers waiting for the final tallies.

Personal injury lawsuit filed on behalf of numerous victims affected by Toledo chemical leak
A personal injury lawsuit has been filed on behalf of numerous victims affected by a chemical leak in Toledo. The legal action seeks damages for those impacted by the incident, though specific details regarding the…

Toldeo-area polling place evacuated for a time due to reported bomb threat
A polling location at Beverly Elementary School in the Toledo area was temporarily evacuated on Tuesday morning following a reported bomb threat. Police conducted a search of the facility and cleared the scene to ensure…

Monclova proposes new zoning classification
Monclova Township trustees are considering a new zoning classification, the Industrial Planned Unit Development (IPUD), to manage increasing development interest near the US 20A interchange. The proposed amendment aims…