http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:17:27 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/06/09/community-activists-discuss-ways-fight-gun-violence-toledo/stories/20260609097 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/06/09/community-activists-discuss-ways-fight-gun-violence-toledo/stories/20260609097#comments Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:23:18 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/06/09/community-activists-discuss-ways-fight-gun-violence-toledo/stories/20260609097 Toledo residents on Tuesday continued to discuss ways to fight gun violence in the wake of the Saturday shootings at the Old West End Festival in West Toledo. Bryson Davis and council member Erin Kramer talk. Community members attend a Community Action Table. Christopher Mathews speaks. Bryson Davis hugs council member Erin Kramer. Gun violence activists take a photo with the Toledo City Council. Council member Cerssandra McPherson speaks. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/courts/2026/06/09/trial-opens-man-accused-being-gunman-fatal-shooting-outside-club/stories/20260609110 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/courts/2026/06/09/trial-opens-man-accused-being-gunman-fatal-shooting-outside-club/stories/20260609110#comments Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:26:01 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/courts/2026/06/09/trial-opens-man-accused-being-gunman-fatal-shooting-outside-club/stories/20260609110 The scene witnesses described was pure chaos, as people fled or took cover when rapid gunfire erupted near an outdoor gathering. Marshaun Purley in Lucas County Common Pleas Court on June 9. According to the police statement, the shooting followed a fight inside the Weekend Restaurant and Lounge at 5217 Hill Ave., Unit 26, that “spilled out into the parking lot." https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/06/09/waterville-moves-forward-taking-ownership-historic-bridge/stories/20260609098 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/06/09/waterville-moves-forward-taking-ownership-historic-bridge/stories/20260609098#comments Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:01:22 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/06/09/waterville-moves-forward-taking-ownership-historic-bridge/stories/20260609098 Waterville City Council has voted unanimously to move forward with taking ownership of the Roche de Boeuf Bridge. The Roche de Boeuf Bridge in Waterville on March 6. A sign supporting the Save the Bridge effort is displayed at a Waterville council meeting in April. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/06/09/free-movie-night-commodore-lawn-downtown-perrysburg/stories/20260608019 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/06/09/free-movie-night-commodore-lawn-downtown-perrysburg/stories/20260608019#comments Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:15:57 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/06/09/free-movie-night-commodore-lawn-downtown-perrysburg/stories/20260608019 A free showing of National Treasure, a 2004 action film starring Nicholas Cage, will be held on the Commodore Building Lawn in downtown Perrysburg on Saturday. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/06/09/3rd-annual-homeownership-fair-will-assist-first-time-homebuyers/stories/20260526088 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/06/09/3rd-annual-homeownership-fair-will-assist-first-time-homebuyers/stories/20260526088#comments Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:49:44 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/06/09/3rd-annual-homeownership-fair-will-assist-first-time-homebuyers/stories/20260526088 The city of Toledo’s third annual Homeownership Fair will take place Saturday at Scott High School. Scott High School on March 15, 2018 in Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/06/09/panel-barbecue-buyback-events-set-gun-violence-awareness-month/stories/20260608023 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/06/09/panel-barbecue-buyback-events-set-gun-violence-awareness-month/stories/20260608023#comments Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:30:38 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/06/09/panel-barbecue-buyback-events-set-gun-violence-awareness-month/stories/20260608023 As part of Gun Violence Awareness Month, several events have been planned by city and community groups working to end gun violence in Toledo. A bell is rung as each gun violence victim’s name is read out during a Gun Violence Awareness Day Remembrance Ceremony at Toledo Spain Park in Toledo on June 5. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/06/09/lucas-county-adds-millions-to-courthouse-child-study-institute-projects/stories/20260610024 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/06/09/lucas-county-adds-millions-to-courthouse-child-study-institute-projects/stories/20260610024#comments Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:03:29 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/06/09/lucas-county-adds-millions-to-courthouse-child-study-institute-projects/stories/20260610024 Lucas County is moving forward with a $1 million funding increase for the demolition of the former Child Study Institute and a $5.2 million increase to a county court facade renovation. The Lucas County Courthouse from the corner of Erie Street and Jefferson Avenue. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/06/09/police-dispute-between-rival-groups-led-to-old-west-end-festival-shooting/stories/20260609091 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/06/09/police-dispute-between-rival-groups-led-to-old-west-end-festival-shooting/stories/20260609091#comments Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:43:38 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/06/09/police-dispute-between-rival-groups-led-to-old-west-end-festival-shooting/stories/20260609091 The shooting Saturday at the Old West End Festival that sent 12 people to area hospitals with gunshot wounds stemmed from a dispute involving two rival groups, police said. Toledo Police Chief Michael Troendle speaks during a news conference about the shooting at the Old West End Festival June 9 at One Government Center in Toledo. A victim of the Old West End shooting, who declined to give her name, listens during a news conference about the shooting June 9 at One Government Center in Toledo. Harold Harris holds up a sign during a news conference about the shooting at the Old West End Festival June 9 at One Government Center in Toledo. From left, Gin Thomas and Abagale Ernst hold signs protesting the court system during a news conference about the shooting at the Old West End Festival June 9 at One Government Center in Toledo. Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz speaks during a news conference about the shooting at the Old West End Festival June 9 at One Government Center in Toledo. Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz speaks during a news conference about the shooting at the Old West End Festival June 9 at One Government Center in Toledo. Toledo Police Chief Michael Troendle speaks during a news conference about the shooting at the Old West End Festival June 9 at One Government Center in Toledo. Toledo City Councilman Nick Komives speaks during a news conference about the shooting at the Old West End Festival June 9 at One Government Center in Toledo. Toledo City Council President Vanice Williams speaks during a news conference about the shooting at the Old West End Festival June 9 at One Government Center in Toledo. Laure Hammond, president of the Old West End Association, speaks during a news conference about the shooting at the Old West End Festival Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at One Government Center in Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/06/09/ohio-bill-would-require-third-party-review-utility-forecasts/stories/20260609095 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/06/09/ohio-bill-would-require-third-party-review-utility-forecasts/stories/20260609095#comments Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:59:50 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/06/09/ohio-bill-would-require-third-party-review-utility-forecasts/stories/20260609095 COLUMBUS — Ohio utility forecasts would be subject to third-party verification under legislation proposed by state Sens. Paula Hicks-Hudson (D., Toledo) and Mark Romanchuk (R., Ontario). \The William McKinley Monument is silhouetted in front of the west side of the Ohio Statehouse, April 15, 2024, in Columbus. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/06/09/free-ymca-camp-gives-toledo-kids-lessons-beyond-basketball/stories/20260608082 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/06/09/free-ymca-camp-gives-toledo-kids-lessons-beyond-basketball/stories/20260608082#comments Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/06/09/free-ymca-camp-gives-toledo-kids-lessons-beyond-basketball/stories/20260608082 The squeal of sneakers skidding across a clean gym floor mixed with bouncing basketballs, children’s laughter, and coaches calling out instructions. Ariel Thomas-Wilson dribbles during a drill at the Mapes Family Foundation Basketball Camp at the West Toledo YMCA on June 8. Alonzo Dyson leads a drill. Ayden Meyer moves around a defender during a drill. Jerilyn and Christopher Mapes, pictured in the second row behind the banner, pose with youth participating. Charles Vanderstelt passes a basketball to coach Conye Gaston. Alonzo Dyson leads a drill. Jayce Graham dribbles during a drill. Major Walton dribbles between cones during a drill at the Mapes Family Foundation Basketball Camp. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/06/08/st-paul-s-community-center-s-annual-fund-raiser-comes-shortly-after-fire-damage/stories/20260606106 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/06/08/st-paul-s-community-center-s-annual-fund-raiser-comes-shortly-after-fire-damage/stories/20260606106#comments Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:49:16 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/06/08/st-paul-s-community-center-s-annual-fund-raiser-comes-shortly-after-fire-damage/stories/20260606106 St. Paul’s Community Center will host its 16th annual fund-raising event on Friday. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/06/08/3-people-shot-in-separate-incidents-in-toledo/stories/20260608070 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/06/08/3-people-shot-in-separate-incidents-in-toledo/stories/20260608070#comments Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:53:58 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/06/08/3-people-shot-in-separate-incidents-in-toledo/stories/20260608070 In addition to the 12 people shot Saturday at the Old West End Festival, three other people were shot and injured over the weekend in Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/06/08/coroner-identifies-man-shot-mercy-health-police-officer/stories/20260608084 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/06/08/coroner-identifies-man-shot-mercy-health-police-officer/stories/20260608084#comments Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:16:26 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/06/08/coroner-identifies-man-shot-mercy-health-police-officer/stories/20260608084 The man who was fatally shot by a Mercy Health Police officer Saturday sustained multiple gunshot wounds, according to the Lucas County coroner. Northwest Ohio Medical Technology Center which houses the Lucas County Coroner's Office, Lucas County Toxicology Lab, and the Lucas County Veterans Service Commission. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/06/08/maumee-put-new-school-levy-november-ballot/stories/20260608097 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/06/08/maumee-put-new-school-levy-november-ballot/stories/20260608097#comments Tue, 09 Jun 2026 02:11:55 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/06/08/maumee-put-new-school-levy-november-ballot/stories/20260608097 The Maumee school board is mulling which new school tax to put on the November ballot. The Maumee Board of Education discussed on June 8 what type of levy to put on the November ballot. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/06/08/sylvania-schools-mulls-property-income-tax-levy-november-ballot/stories/20260608085 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/06/08/sylvania-schools-mulls-property-income-tax-levy-november-ballot/stories/20260608085#comments Tue, 09 Jun 2026 01:28:40 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/06/08/sylvania-schools-mulls-property-income-tax-levy-november-ballot/stories/20260608085 In one form or another, voters in the Sylvania school district will have to decide on a levy this November. Sylvania Mayor Mark Frye presented Sylvania schools Superintendent Veronica Motley a proclamation declaring June 9, Dr. Veronica Motley Day during the Sylvania Board of Education meeting on June 8. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/06/08/maumee-citizens-voice-opinions-disc-golf-course/stories/20260608077 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/06/08/maumee-citizens-voice-opinions-disc-golf-course/stories/20260608077#comments Tue, 09 Jun 2026 01:07:01 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/06/08/maumee-citizens-voice-opinions-disc-golf-course/stories/20260608077 Al DeMaris thinks there is something special about a parcel of land along the Maumee River that is being considered for development. Residents and community members fill all seats during a public hearing regarding a proposed disc golf course. Joel Szirony, owner of Saucy Disc Golf, talks about his support. Linda Lucas voices her concerns. Council members Dave Poeppelmeier, Scott Sund, and Isiah Gonzalez listen to residents voice their concerns. Council member Isiah Gonzalez. Linda Lucas holds a reference points sheet she made. J. Michael Galbraith speaks about his opposition of the proposed disc golf course along the Maumee River. Chelsea Ziss, Mayor of Maumee, speaks. Residents fill up the hallway to listen in. Pro-disc golf attendees listen. Council member Dave Poeppelmeier listens as Scott Sund speaks to residents. Nancy Kramer speaks about her concerns. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/city/2026/06/08/nurse-renders-lifesaving-aid-amid-chaos-festival-shooting/stories/20260609004 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/city/2026/06/08/nurse-renders-lifesaving-aid-amid-chaos-festival-shooting/stories/20260609004#comments Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:58:13 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/city/2026/06/08/nurse-renders-lifesaving-aid-amid-chaos-festival-shooting/stories/20260609004 Surrounded by chaos, a local pediatric nurse found herself fighting to keep a wounded teen alive. Cierra Wells, RN at St. Vincent Medical Center who was at the Old West End Festival and rendered emergency aid to a 16-year-old shooting victim even as her own 3 children were present, at her home on June 8. From left, Cierra Wells, RN at St. Vincent Medical Center who was at the Old West End Festival and rendered emergency aid to a 16-year-old shooting victim, with her daughters Maliyah Wells, 7 months, Makayla Wells, 9, her friend’s daughter Marlii Wilson, 5, her other daughter Makenna Wells, at her home on June 8 in Toledo. Everyone in the photo was at the OWE Festival at the time of the shooting. Cierra Wells, a registered nurse at Mercy Health–St. Vincent Medical Center, kneels beside a teenage shooting victim as she renders aid during the Old West End Festival following a mass shooting on June 6. Shantoria Wilson, who took a photo of RN Cierra Cierra Wells rendering emergency aid to a 16-year-old shooting victim at the Old West Festival Saturday night, at Cierra’s home on June 8. From left, Cierra Wells, RN at St. Vincent Medical Center who was at the Old West End Festival and rendered emergency aid to a 16-year-old shooting victim, her friend’s daughter Marlii Wilson, 5, her friend Shantoria Wilson, who took a photo of Cierra rendering aid, Cierra’s daughters Maliyah Wells, 7 months, Makenna Wells, 8, and Makayla Wells, 9, at her home on June 8. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/transportation/2026/06/08/projects-close-two-toledo-streets/stories/20260608088 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/transportation/2026/06/08/projects-close-two-toledo-streets/stories/20260608088#comments Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:02:15 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/transportation/2026/06/08/projects-close-two-toledo-streets/stories/20260608088 Waterline work will close part of an Old West End street for two months, starting Tuesday, the Toledo Department of Transportation announced. Stock photo of road closed signs. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/city/2026/06/08/witnesses-share-experiences-old-west-end-festival-shooting/stories/20260608073 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/city/2026/06/08/witnesses-share-experiences-old-west-end-festival-shooting/stories/20260608073#comments Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:38:02 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/city/2026/06/08/witnesses-share-experiences-old-west-end-festival-shooting/stories/20260608073 Witnesses to Saturday’s shooting at the Old West End Festival said the violence was met with an equally powerful response from first responders, bystanders, and neighbors. An officer of the Toledo Police Department helps witnesses of the shooting. An officer of the Toledo Police Department assists witnesses of the shooting. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/06/08/support-sessions-give-residents-space-process-weekend-shootings/stories/20260608083 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/06/08/support-sessions-give-residents-space-process-weekend-shootings/stories/20260608083#comments Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:03:27 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/06/08/support-sessions-give-residents-space-process-weekend-shootings/stories/20260608083 About 50 people sat at round tables in Collingwood Presbyterian Church’s Great Hall on Monday. Participants listen to speakers. Old West End residents and members of the community gather for a community support session held by The Old West End Association at Collingwood Presbyterian Church. Holly Strawbridge stands with her service dog, Hobie, while talking with an attendee. Shaiem Hampton, a behavioral health counselor, speaks. Old West End residents and members of the community gather. Lucas County Prosecutor Julia Bates speaks about social justice and supporting others. Rosie Best, founder and artistic director of Issue Box Theatre, a nonprofit that uses the arts and theater as tools for social justice, community engagement, and advocacy, speaks. Attendees were required to sign a consent and release of liability form to attend the session. They also received resource sheets. The Old West End Association closed its neighborhood support sessions at Collingwood Presbyterian Church to local media. Shaiem Hampton, a behavioral health counselor, speaks. Laure Hammond, Old West End Association president, speaks about her hopes for the community.