Wednesday, April 24 2013 7:26 PM EDT2013-04-24 23:26:41 GMT
University of Toledo, Lifeplan of Toledo for Teens, Whirlwind U and Root Learning have joined forces to present the 4th annual Lifeplan Leaders and Achievers Conference.More >>
University of Toledo, Lifeplan of Toledo for Teens, Whirlwind U and Root Learning have joined forces to present the 4th annual Lifeplan Leaders and Achievers Conference.More >>
Wednesday, April 3 2013 7:19 PM EDT2013-04-03 23:19:43 GMT
Nineteen years ago, the Susan G. Komen Northwest Ohio Race for the Cure seemed like a good idea in support of a great cause, so WTOL 11 and Chrys Peterson got involved.More >>
Nineteen years ago, the Susan G. Komen Northwest Ohio Race for the Cure seemed like a good idea in support of a great cause, so WTOL 11 and Chrys Peterson got involved.More >>
Friday, March 22 2013 4:15 PM EDT2013-03-22 20:15:20 GMT
In the past month, Toledo News Now has reported on several stranger danger incidents. If you are a parent or guardian, talk to your kids, give them the confidence to deal with this situation. More >>
In the past month, Toledo News Now has reported on several stranger danger incidents. If you are a parent or guardian, talk to your kids, give them the confidence to deal with this situation. More >>
Monday, March 11 2013 7:15 PM EDT2013-03-11 23:15:31 GMT
A recent complaint filed by the Michigan Department of Civil Rights is asking the federal government to step in and prohibit the use of American Indian mascots and imagery in K-12 schools.More >>
A recent complaint filed by the Michigan Department of Civil Rights is asking the federal government to step in and prohibit the use of American Indian mascots and imagery in K-12 schools.More >>
Monday, March 4 2013 8:12 PM EST2013-03-05 01:12:05 GMT
Six months ago, Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted placed the Lucas County Board of Elections under SOS administrative oversight and assistance.More >>
Six months ago, Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted placed the Lucas County Board of Elections under SOS administrative oversight and assistance.More >>
Tuesday, February 26 2013 2:55 PM EST2013-02-26 19:55:13 GMT
Bishop Leonard Blair with the Catholic Diocese of Toledo shares some words about Pope Benedict XVI, as he prepares to relinquish the papacy for reasons of age and health. More >>
Bishop Leonard Blair with the Catholic Diocese of Toledo shares some words about Pope Benedict XVI, as he prepares to relinquish the papacy for reasons of age and health. More >>
Wednesday, February 20 2013 9:32 PM EST2013-02-21 02:32:10 GMT
Earlier this week, several viewers weighed in on the WTOL 11 Facebook page about the significance of our anchors wearing lapel pins or ribbons. It was incorrectly concluded that WTOL is not committed.More >>
Earlier this week, several viewers weighed in on the WTOL 11 Facebook page about the significance of our anchors wearing lapel pins or ribbons. It was incorrectly concluded by some that since a pin was not worn everyday, WTOL 11 must therefore be less committed to a cause or charity. That is not true.More >>
Wednesday, January 23 2013 7:59 PM EST2013-01-24 00:59:57 GMT
Owens Community College is committed to serving our students and residents throughout northwest Ohio through excellence, innovation and collaboration.More >>
Owens Community College is committed to serving our students and residents throughout northwest Ohio through excellence, innovation and collaboration.More >>
Friday, January 11 2013 6:35 PM EST2013-01-11 23:35:53 GMT
The Montpelier School District announced that as many as 4 employees will now come to work with a gun. In the aftermath of the horrors of Newtown, who can blame them?More >>
The Montpelier School District announced that as many as 4 employees will now come to work with a gun. In the aftermath of the horrors of Newtown, who can blame them?More >>
Friday, December 21 2012 5:41 PM EST2012-12-21 22:41:39 GMT
The mass killing of innocent children in Newtown, Connecticut has rendered our nation dumbstruck. It is not possible for normal thinking people to comprehend a horror of this magnitude. Yet we are nowMore >>
The mass killing of innocent children in Newtown, Connecticut has rendered our nation dumbstruck. It is not possible for normal thinking people to comprehend a horror of this magnitude. Yet we are now faced with the inevitable questions about what comes next.More >>
Thursday, December 20 2012 11:05 PM EST2012-12-21 04:05:43 GMT
There are some crazy theories out there, but, for me, the guys who somehow interpret a Mayan calendar to predict that December 21, 2012 is Doomsday take the fruitcake.More >>
There are some crazy theories out there, but, for me, the guys who somehow interpret a Mayan calendar to predict that December 21, 2012 is Doomsday take the fruitcake.More >>
Wednesday, December 12 2012 5:55 PM EST2012-12-12 22:55:22 GMT
If you are age 50 or older and you are out of work, here is some good news: Owens Community College has a new opportunity called the Plus 50 Program.More >>
If you are age 50 or older and you are out of work, here is some good news: Owens Community College has a new opportunity called the Plus 50 Program.More >>
Tuesday, December 11 2012 5:43 PM EST2012-12-11 22:43:10 GMT
Last week Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur did not get named chairman of the powerful House Appropriations Committee, in spite of her seniority as the ranking Democrat on the committee.More >>
Last week Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur did not get named chairman of the powerful House Appropriations Committee. In spite of her seniority as the ranking Democrat on the committee, Kaptur was passed over for this extremely influential chair.More >>
Friday, December 7 2012 1:24 PM EST2012-12-07 18:24:31 GMT
When asked to name a favorite restaurant, café or shop, people often cite a unique local business. We just seem to like the idea of local shops operated by people we recognize.More >>
When asked to name a favorite restaurant, café or shop, people often cite a unique local business. We just seem to like the idea of local shops operated by people we recognize.More >>
Friday, November 30 2012 2:52 PM EST2012-11-30 19:52:57 GMT
Wood County comes across as being run by people who understand economic growth. There are some obvious lessons to be learned by the systematically dysfunctional Toledo City Council.More >>
Wood County comes across as being run by people who understand economic growth. There are some obvious lessons to be learned by the systematically dysfunctional Toledo City Council, as it continues to bungle and fumble economic growth.More >>
Wednesday, November 21 2012 7:26 PM EST2012-11-22 00:26:20 GMT
This week a WTOL 11 Call 11 For Action report by anchor Ashley James told us that known and registered sex offenders are living within hundreds of feet of elementary schools.More >>
This week a WTOL 11 Call 11 For Action report by anchor Ashley James told us that known and registered sex offenders are living within hundreds of feet of elementary schools. And nothing is being done about it!More >>
To little surprise, the city of Toledo parks and recreation levy failed. It was doomed by being poorly conceived and even more poorly presented. Voters lacked a compelling reason to say "yes."More >>
To little surprise, the city of Toledo parks and recreation levy failed. It was doomed by being poorly conceived and even more poorly presented. Voters lacked a compelling reason to say "yes."More >>
Monday, October 29 2012 2:38 PM EDT2012-10-29 18:38:43 GMT
It looks like the TPS levy is in a tough situation. And it probably should be. The recently-released State of Ohio report card was not favorableMore >>
It looks like the TPS levy is in a tough situation. And it probably should be. The recently-released State of Ohio report card was not favorable, dropping the district into the Academic Watch category.More >>
Thursday, October 25 2012 8:28 PM EDT2012-10-26 00:28:46 GMT
In addition to the candidates, on November 6, there are a lot of organizations and issues looking for your vote. I read an article recently that suggested voters apply the credibility test as they make choices.More >>
In addition to the candidates, on November 6, there are a lot of organizations and issues looking for your vote. I read an article recently that suggested voters apply the credibility test as they make choices.More >>
Tuesday, October 2 2012 5:27 PM EDT2012-10-02 21:27:56 GMT
Toledoans are being asked this year to raise their property taxes by voting for Issue 5, the Recreation Tax. City Councilman Tom Waniewski says in an editorial, it's the wrong tax at the wrong time.More >>
Toledoans are being asked this year to raise their property taxes by voting for Issue 5, the Recreation Tax. City Councilman Tom Waniewski says in an editorial, it's the wrong tax at the wrong time.More >>
Friday, September 28 2012 8:08 PM EDT2012-09-29 00:08:11 GMT
Last week there was a press conference called to talk about Issue 5, better known as the Recreation Tax. The property tax, if approved, would raise about $3 million dollars.More >>
Last week there was a press conference called to talk about Issue 5, better known as the Recreation Tax. The property tax, if approved, would raise about $3 million dollars.More >>
Monday, September 24 2012 6:50 PM EDT2012-09-24 22:50:19 GMT
This Sunday is the Komen Northwest Ohio Race for the Cure day. Close to 20,000 people will gather downtown to celebrate and support breast cancer survivors and to raise money to continue the search for a cure. More >>
This Sunday is the Komen Northwest Ohio Race for the Cure day. Close to 20,000 people will gather downtown to celebrate and support breast cancer survivors and to raise money to continue the search for a cure. More >>
Friday, September 21 2012 6:29 PM EDT2012-09-21 22:29:58 GMT
There were 2 fairly significant developments in local healthcare this past week. Promedica's Fostoria Community Hospital opens a newly renovated and expanded cancer treatment and infusion center.More >>
There were 2 fairly significant developments in local healthcare this past week. Promedica's Fostoria Community Hospital opens a newly renovated and expanded cancer treatment and infusion center.More >>
Thursday, September 20 2012 8:29 PM EDT2012-09-21 00:29:13 GMT
There were two more senseless shootings late Wednesday night. In one case, a 10-year old girl was shot. In another, it was a 47-year old woman. Thankfully both are expected to survive.More >>
There were two more senseless shootings late Wednesday night. In one case, a 10-year old girl was shot. In another, it was a 47-year old woman. Thankfully both are expected to survive.More >>
Friday, September 14 2012 12:30 PM EDT2012-09-14 16:30:45 GMT
Hi, my name is Ed Caldwell, Scout Executive of the Erie Shores Council Boy Scouts, I am here with Kris Patterson, Executive Director of Partners for Clean Streams. In the Erie Shores Council's 100th yearMore >>
Hi, my name is Ed Caldwell, Scout Executive of the Erie Shores Council Boy Scouts, I am here with Kris Patterson, Executive Director of Partners for Clean Streams. In the Erie Shores Council's 100th yearMore >>
Monday, September 10 2012 9:18 PM EDT2012-09-11 01:18:03 GMT
I received several emails and some angry calls from viewers on Sunday expressing their unhappiness because the Cleveland Browns football game was not televised on WTOL. More >>
I received several emails and some angry calls from viewers on Sunday expressing their unhappiness because the Cleveland Browns football game was not televised on WTOL. Let me explain: The CBS Network and the FOX Network have multi-year contracts with the NFL. More >>
Thursday, September 6 2012 11:02 AM EDT2012-09-06 15:02:42 GMT
The Susan G. Komen Northwest Ohio Race for the Cure is Sunday September 30. We have an important reminder for those of you who will, or might participate this year.
The Susan G. Komen Northwest Ohio Race for the Cure is Sunday September 30. We have an important reminder for those of you who will, or might participate this year.
Thursday, August 30 2012 6:16 PM EDT2012-08-30 22:16:38 GMT
As is most obvious to anyone watching more than 5 minutes of television, there is a lot of political advertising going on. Just about every break contains a message from a candidate or a special interest group. More >>
As is most obvious to anyone watching more than 5 minutes of television, there is a lot of political advertising going on. Just about every break contains a message from a candidate or a special interest group. More >>
Wednesday, August 29 2012 11:30 AM EDT2012-08-29 15:30:58 GMT
Navy Week in Toledo was a smashing success. More than 30,000 people came downtown. The riverfront was a hub of activity and downtown was bouncing. More >>
Navy Week in Toledo was a smashing success. More than 30,000 people came downtown. The riverfront was a hub of activity and downtown was bouncing. It was great to see Toledo mentioned with the much larger cities that are on the tour. More >>
Friday, August 24 2012 9:03 PM EDT2012-08-25 01:03:20 GMT
Although many of the farmers in Ohio and Indiana have suffered through a crop destroying drought, most of us do not pay attention to the local crop production. More >>
Although many of the farmers in Ohio and Indiana have suffered through a crop destroying drought, most of us do not pay attention to the local crop production. More >>
Wednesday, August 22 2012 7:44 PM EDT2012-08-22 23:44:33 GMT
I am standing in the open grounds where once stood Southwyck Mall. It is an embarrassing reality to have such prime real estate lie dormant and to watch it slowly disintegrate into wasteland. More >>
I am standing in the open grounds where once stood Southwyck Mall. It is an embarrassing reality to have such prime real estate lie dormant and to watch it slowly disintegrate into wasteland. More >>
Monday, August 20 2012 1:46 PM EDT2012-08-20 17:46:05 GMT
The Toledo-Lucas County Public Library is confident that those youngsters who participated in our annual Summer Reading Club will go back with higher proficiency in reading.More >>
The Toledo-Lucas County Public Library is confident that those youngsters who participated in our annual Summer Reading Club will go back with higher proficiency in reading.More >>
Tuesday, August 14 2012 10:37 PM EDT2012-08-15 02:37:34 GMT
Hello, I am delighted to have this opportunity to tell you about the third annual American Cancer Society Northwest Ohio Golf Classic at The Inverness Club on Monday, August 20.More >>
Hello, I am delighted to have this opportunity to tell you about the third annual American Cancer Society Northwest Ohio Golf Classic at The Inverness Club on Monday, August 20.More >>
Thursday, August 9 2012 5:27 PM EDT2012-08-09 21:27:40 GMT
I am standing on the Anthony Wayne Trail right by the zoo. If you are driving past this spot you better not be speeding. Here's why: this is a speed-only camera. There is an identical camera on theMore >>
I am standing on the Anthony Wayne Trail right by the zoo. If you are driving past this spot you better not be speeding. Here's why: this is a speed-only camera. There is an identical camera on the other side of the trail capturing drivers heading into town. More >>
Tuesday, July 31 2012 11:34 PM EDT2012-08-01 03:34:11 GMT
The administrators of Toledo Public School systems cheated. The students with the highest absentee rate were eliminated from the base of standardized test scores.More >>
The administrators of Toledo Public School systems cheated. The students with the highest absentee rate were eliminated from the base of standardized test scores.More >>
Friday, July 20 2012 11:10 PM EDT2012-07-21 03:10:50 GMT
For the past 25 years the local Head Start Program has been funded by a Federal Grant commonly known as an evergreen. This means the yearly renewal was automatic. The grant has been managed (whichMore >>
For the past 25 years the local Head Start Program has been funded by a Federal Grant commonly known as an evergreen. This means the yearly renewal was automatic. More >>
Friday, July 13 2012 5:59 PM EDT2012-07-13 21:59:21 GMT
TOLEDO, OH (EDITORIAL) - There was a time, not all that long ago, when the Toledo city swimming pools were a significant part of a neighborhood. But the financial realities of a fiscally strapped cityMore >>
There was a time, not all that long ago, when the Toledo city swimming pools were a significant part of a neighborhood. But the financial realities of a fiscally strapped city forced about half of the city pools to close.More >>
Tuesday, July 10 2012 7:51 PM EDT2012-07-10 23:51:19 GMT
By Amy Stone – OSU Extension Lucas County With recent high temperatures, you may have turned to a tree to cool down. Shade is an important benefit that trees can provide along with reducing storm waterMore >>
With recent high temperatures, you may have turned to a tree to cool down. Shade is an important benefit that trees can provide along with reducing storm water run-off and providing food for wildlife.More >>
Monday, July 2 2012 6:57 PM EDT2012-07-02 22:57:21 GMT
Last week, I told you about U.S. Olympian Erik Kynard from right here in northwest Ohio. After that aired, I received this letter from his mother: I was compelled to send you this e-mail because ofMore >>
Last week, I told you about U.S. Olympian Erik Kynard from right here in northwest Ohio. After that aired, I received this letter from his motherMore >>
Friday, June 29 2012 6:26 PM EDT2012-06-29 22:26:41 GMT
TOLEDO, OH (Toledo News Now) - It is safe to say that for the most part, efficiency and government do not belong in the same sentence. Over time we get used to endless stories on waste and unnecessaryMore >>
It is safe to say that for the most part, efficiency and government do not belong in the same sentence.More >>
Wednesday, June 27 2012 11:12 PM EDT2012-06-28 03:12:34 GMT
TOLEDO, OH (Toledo News Now Editorial) - Rogers High School graduate Erik Kynard is going to the Olympics. This summer when the London Games take place, young Mr. Kynard will stride onto the internationalMore >>
Rogers High School graduate Erik Kynard is going to the Olympics.More >>
Thursday, June 21 2012 6:31 PM EDT2012-06-21 22:31:28 GMT
TOLEDO, OH (Toledo News Now Editorial) - If you live in Lucas County you have an opportunity to challenge the way things have been operating. There is an effort to get 14,500 valid Lucas County signaturesMore >>
If you live in Lucas County you have an opportunity to challenge the way things have been operating. There is an effort to get 14,500 valid Lucas County signatures on a petition that gives voters a chance in November to change how Lucas County is governed.More >>
Wednesday, June 20 2012 6:35 PM EDT2012-06-20 22:35:17 GMT
TOLEDO, OH (Toledo News Now Editorial) - This Friday kicks off the annual WTOL 11 Give Autism the Boot autism awareness and fund raising campaign. Each year for the past 6 years, you have made this oneMore >>
This Friday kicks off the annual WTOL 11 Give Autism the Boot autism awareness and fund raising campaign. Each year for the past 6 years, you have made this one of the most successful charitable efforts in Northwest Ohio.More >>
Tuesday, June 19 2012 7:03 PM EDT2012-06-19 23:03:02 GMT
TOLEDO, OH (Toledo News Now Editorial) - Right now, The Toledo Art Museum is host to the Glass Art Society's Annual Conference. This is a big deal in the Studio Glass Movement, which began in ToledoMore >>
Right now, The Toledo Art Museum is host to the Glass Art Society's Annual Conference. This is a big deal in the Studio Glass Movement, which began in Toledo way back in 1962.More >>
Thursday, May 31 2012 6:17 PM EDT2012-05-31 22:17:56 GMT
TOLEDO, OH (Toledo News Now) - This weekend the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Telethon airs on WTOL 11. In conjunction with local member hospital, Mercy Children's Hospital, the Miracle NetworkMore >>
This weekend the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Telethon airs on WTOL 11.
Wednesday, May 30 2012 5:09 PM EDT2012-05-30 21:09:01 GMT
TOLEDO, OH (EDITORIAL) - Hollywood Casino opened its doors this week. The facility is first-rate. Penn National Gaming invested more than $300 million dollars to make this an exceptional destination.More >>
Hollywood Casino opened its doors this week. The facility is first-rate. Penn National Gaming invested more than $300 million dollars to make this an exceptional destination.More >>
Tuesday, May 15 2012 10:18 PM EDT2012-05-16 02:18:29 GMT
TOLEDO, OH (Toledo News Now) - This week is special for 10 Ohio high school seniors from UAW families. Each will receive a $10,000 scholarship from the Richard T. Gosser Scholarship Awards Program. KenMore >>
This week is special for 10 Ohio high school seniors from UAW families. Each will receive a $10,000 scholarship from the Richard T. Gosser Scholarship Awards Program.More >>
Monday, April 30 2012 6:18 PM EDT2012-04-30 22:18:32 GMT
TOLEDO, OH (Toledo News Now) – Organ donation saves almost 30,000 lives every year, and that's wonderful. Especially when you consider that another name is added to the National Transplant Waiting ListMore >>
Organ donation saves almost 30,000 lives every year, and that's wonderful. Especially when you consider that another name is added to the National Transplant Waiting List every 10 minutes.More >>
Thursday, April 26 2012 11:16 PM EDT2012-04-27 03:16:54 GMT
TOLEDO, OH (Toledo News Now) - The absenteeism in urban public schools is a horrible problem. When kids skip school they pretty much condemn themselves to a lifetime of failure. Americorps and the UnitedMore >>
The absenteeism in urban public schools is a horrible problem. When kids skip school they pretty much condemn themselves to a lifetime of failure.More >>
Tuesday, March 27 2012 7:17 PM EDT2012-03-27 23:17:27 GMT
Although the performance for most urban public school systems is dismal, there are some bright spots. At TPS, the Toledo Early College High School is just such an exception.More >>
Wednesday, February 8 2012 3:05 PM EST2012-02-08 20:05:49 GMT
The recently released report on the Neighborhoods Department in Toledo reveals a lot more about human nature than it does about what was really going wrong.More >>
Tuesday, February 7 2012 12:53 PM EST2012-02-07 17:53:57 GMT
The premiere night for the movie Red Tails was special. If you are not familiar with the movie it's based on the story of the Tuskegee Airmen. They were the first African American pilots in World War II.More >>
Friday, January 27 2012 4:29 PM EST2012-01-27 21:29:51 GMT
A little while ago former Toledo Mayors Jack Ford and Carty Finkbeiner performed a very public duet. The notes they hit were all low and were directed at current Mayor Mike Bell.More >>
Monday, January 16 2012 7:53 PM EST2012-01-17 00:53:19 GMT
I went to the Detroit Auto Show on Saturday morning. For the first time in a couple of years, the show is teeming with innovation and optimism. More >>
Friday, January 6 2012 4:05 PM EST2012-01-06 21:05:40 GMT
The re-districting of Ohio is controversial, but it is a completed process. Longstanding congresswoman Marcy Kaptur faces her first intra-party battle in decades. She has to prove she is up to the challenge posed by congressman Dennis Kucinich, of Cleveland. More >>
Wednesday, January 4 2012 5:36 PM EST2012-01-04 22:36:24 GMT
In the past 12 months, 30 people have been murdered in Toledo. This murder rate is an alarming increase over the average for the previous 4 years which was 23. More >>
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Thursday, December 1 2011 6:24 PM EST2011-12-01 23:24:21 GMT
I bet plenty of times you've cut your spending by a lot more than 3 percent. Well that's all the Congressional Super Committee was asked to do - trim 3 percent from a $44 trillion dollar spending budget over 10 years. And they couldn't agree on anything. More >>
Thursday, November 17 2011 10:27 PM EST2011-11-18 03:27:16 GMT
In case you haven't noticed, Northwest Ohio is the center for some significant capital investment. I'm talking about $1.5 billion dollars and thousands of jobs. This means construction jobs and permanent positions thereafter.More >>
Thursday, November 10 2011 6:41 PM EST2011-11-10 23:41:35 GMT
At any given time, there are about 16,000 children in Ohio with serious medical illnesses. Being seriously ill, and a kid, can make it hard to fit in. Well now there is a place they can go, and for a little while, just be kids. More >>
Tuesday, November 8 2011 3:41 PM EST2011-11-08 20:41:26 GMT
Issue 2 has galvanized the unions and the democratic base in Ohio. They have combined with non-Ohio forces like the national education association to shape public perception of what is at stake.More >>
Tuesday, December 21 2010 10:11 AM EST2010-12-21 15:11:29 GMT
I received a call from Taryn Tuss of the White House Council on Environmental Quality. She told me the President wanted the people living by the Great Lakes to know how committed his administration is to combating this Asian Carp invasion.More >>
Thursday, December 18 2008 8:40 AM EST2008-12-18 13:40:57 GMT
Clyde parents want to know why their children are getting cancer. Bob Chirdon wants them to know News 11 will continue to do stories on their plight, thereby holding the Ohio EPA's feet to the fire on this issue.More >>
Monday, November 24 2008 5:03 PM EST2008-11-24 22:03:12 GMT
For a governor who was swept into office decrying the immoral and criminal behavior of the Republican party, this should have been a simple decision.More >>