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McNamara explores Ohio senate run

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:06:08 GMT

Toledo City Councilman Joe McNamara, who is also the council president, is exploring the idea of running for the Ohio Senate. Council. He's thinking about running for Sen. Teresa Fedor's seat.

Diversify with Exchange-Traded Funds

Kristi Leigh — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:39:20 GMT

If you think now is the time get in or back in the stock market, it's important to keep a fundamental rule in mind - make sure you're diversified both in and outside of the stock market.

Granholm to attend state dinner

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:01:21 GMT

Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm and First Gentleman Dan Mulhern have scored an invitation to what is being billed as Washington's hottest social event since President Barack Obama's inauguration.

Ohio Oct unemployment hits 10.5%

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:48:55 GMT

Ohio's unemployment rate has gone up for the first time in three months, to 10.5 percent in October from 10.1 percent in September.

Bunch erupts during sentencing

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:43:57 GMT

Sarah E. Bunch was quickly escorted from Judge Alan Mayberry’s courtroom Friday after an emotional outburst filled with profanities after she was sentenced to the maximum of 13 years in prison for her killing of a Northwood man Dec. 8, 2008.

Harnessing the wind

Allison Brown — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:20:13 GMT

There are incentives out there, but to utilize wind power, it will cost you thousands of dollars, at least up front.

Feline recovering from serious burns

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:54:53 GMT

A cat was seriously burned and almost died in a vicious act of animal cruelty recently in Toledo's north end.

Store clerk shot in West Toledo dies

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:32:41 GMT

The store clerk for the Lewis Carryout in West Toledo who was shot on Thursday, died early Friday morning Toledo police detectives said.

A look inside the NWS

Larry Whatley — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:55:52 GMT

You hear a lot from these meteorologists when you hear flood watches, high wind warnings or severe thunderstorm warnings.

2010 election season underway

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:01:14 GMT

We are not even done with November, but if you thought election season was over, you might be disappointed. The races for 2010 are already underway.

Stefanie Spielman dies at 42

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:42:22 GMT

The wife of former NFL and Ohio State star Chris Spielman has died after a lengthy battle with cancer. WBNS radio in Columbus says 42-year-old Stefanie Spielman died Thursday at the family's home in Upper Arlington.

Toledo revenues down 11% in 2009

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:49:57 GMT

Toledo budget problems for 2009 don't appear to be getting any better. They're down about 11 percent compared to 2008.

Ohio swine flu deaths at 30

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:21:23 GMT

Health officials say the flu -- including swine flu -- peaked in Ohio in mid-October and has continued to decline.

Shuttered Clarion Hotel sold for $1.5M

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:01:29 GMT

The Clarion Hotel on Reynolds Road in South Toledo, which has been closed since 2008, was purchased Wednesday by TransCapital Bank for $1.5 million.

Grant to help high school dropouts

Sharia Davis — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:50:26 GMT

In order to get a good job, most people say education is key. But research shows, more than a million high school students drop out of school every year.

Toledo employee charged with rape

Michelle Zepeda — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:14:55 GMT

Robert Beckett Jr., who works for Toledo's Water Distribution Center, was arrested Wednesday by US Marshals after he allegedly raped a 7-year-old girl.

Skeldon to step away as dog warden

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:00:47 GMT

In a letter received by Lucas County Commissioner Pete Gerken Thursday morning, County Dog Warden Tom Skeldon said he is going to retire from his post effective Jan. 31, 2010, a job he has held for the past 22 years.

Countdown to The Game

Joe Rychnovsky — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:58:20 GMT

In less than 72 hours, the Ohio State Buckeyes will take on the Michigan Wolverines at The Big House in Ann Arbor.

OCC apologizes for losing accreditation

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:39:39 GMT

At least one Owens Community College official said Wednesday that the loss of the nursing college accreditation that forced four students to file a class action lawsuit against the school, is far from making everything right.

Weekly H1N1 update Nov 18

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 04:48:52 GMT

Dr. Paul Rega with the University of Toledo Medical Center discusses the success of a recent drive-thru H1N1 vaccine clinic the college and how the staff did in trying to administer it in a timely fashion.

A heartfelt donation

Shaun Hegarty — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 04:33:21 GMT

Mark Manley of Bowling Green has turned a tragedy into something positive for the community. He's trying to save a life.

A 95-cent electric bill

Allison Brown — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 03:49:35 GMT

There are different ways people are going green in their daily lives. Many are now using solar panels to power their homes, whether it's a complete solar system, or just a couple of panels.

Accuracy of Old Farmer's Almanac

Larry Whatley — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 02:54:15 GMT

The Old Farmer's Almanac is a favorite topic of discussion among many around this time every year, as readers begin turning to the new edition.

Strickland to pick running mate soon

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 02:13:10 GMT

Gov. Ted Strickland, whose popularity has declined with the economy, will soon pick his running mate and begin his 2010 re-election campaign in earnest.

Konop: Skeldon killing too many puppies

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:34:57 GMT

Lucas County Commissioner Ben Konop said Wednesday that Tom Skeldon, the county's dog warden, is killing way to many puppies.

Developers propose Ohio casino rules

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:07:22 GMT

Developers of the casinos that voters approved for Ohio want a rule that would block communities from "unreasonably" holding up building permits or other local action.

Bill takes obesity fight to schools

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:56:04 GMT

Ohio schools would become a key battleground in the fight against childhood obesity, under legislation introduced in both the state House and Senate.

Ohioans can feast on low turkey prices

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:41:58 GMT

Ohio grocers are taking a carving knife to turkey prices in hopes of luring Thanksgiving shoppers.

Nearly 100 Michigan films in can

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:33:59 GMT

The Michigan Film Office says 82 projects have been filmed in the state since April 2008, when it introduced tax incentives that are among the nation's most generous.

Mich jobless rate down to 15.1%

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:13:39 GMT

Michigan's unemployment rate dipped slightly to 15.1 percent in October.