http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:12:22 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/04/18/ohio-politicians-continue-push-abortion-restrictions-despite-amendment/stories/20260417095 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/04/18/ohio-politicians-continue-push-abortion-restrictions-despite-amendment/stories/20260417095#comments Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/04/18/ohio-politicians-continue-push-abortion-restrictions-despite-amendment/stories/20260417095 COLUMBUS — Ohio’s constitutional amendment protecting reproductive rights hasn’t stopped abortion opponents from pursuing restrictions on the medical procedure. Even though Ohioans voted 57 percent to 43 percent in favor of protecting abortion rights in the state constitution in November, 2023, members of the Ohio General Assembly have introduced a litany of bills seeking to block, restrict, or discourage women from seeking abortion care. House Bill 347, sponsored by state Rep. Josh Williams (R., Sylvania Township), would implement a 24-hour waiting period on abortion services. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/World/2026/04/18/iranian-gunboats-fire-tanker-strait-hormuz-british-military-says/stories/20260418083 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/World/2026/04/18/iranian-gunboats-fire-tanker-strait-hormuz-british-military-says/stories/20260418083#comments Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:19:18 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/World/2026/04/18/iranian-gunboats-fire-tanker-strait-hormuz-british-military-says/stories/20260418083 CAIRO — The British military said Saturday that a container vessel was attacked near the Strait of Hormuz. Assem Abdallah reacts as he enters his friend apartment destroyed in a Israeli airstrike in Kfar Roumman, southern Lebanon on April 17 following a cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah. Women members of the Basij paramilitary, affiliated with Iran's Revolutionary Guard, march with their weapons during a state-organized rally in support of the supreme leader marking National Girl's Day in Tehran, Iran, on April 17, Oil tankers and cargo ships line up in the Strait of Hormuz as seen from Khor Fakkan, United Arab Emirates on March 11. Two police officers walk in front of an anti-U.S. billboard depicting American aircraft being caught by Iranian armed forces in a fishing net beneath the words in Farsi, "The Strait of Hormuz will remain closed, The entire Persian Gulf is our hunting ground," in Tehran, Iran, on April 5, https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/04/18/meet-five-republicans-running-ohios-9th-congressional-district/stories/20260417116 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/04/18/meet-five-republicans-running-ohios-9th-congressional-district/stories/20260417116#comments Sat, 18 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/04/18/meet-five-republicans-running-ohios-9th-congressional-district/stories/20260417116 Five Republican candidates say they have what it takes to defeat U.S. Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D., Toledo), who is the longest-serving woman in Congress. https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/04/18/flavors-from-home-european-style-pastries-are-the-heart-of-the-lunara-bakery/stories/20260419006 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/04/18/flavors-from-home-european-style-pastries-are-the-heart-of-the-lunara-bakery/stories/20260419006#comments Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:06:58 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/04/18/flavors-from-home-european-style-pastries-are-the-heart-of-the-lunara-bakery/stories/20260419006 After Lucy Essi moved to Toledo around six years ago, she knew she wanted to start a home bakery. Cardamom buns made by Lucy Essi, owner of Lunara Bakery. A box of baked goods consists of cardamom buns, danishes, doughnuts, and croissants from Lunara Bakery, a Toledo-based micro-bakery. A box of baked goods are from Lunara Bakery, a Toledo-based micro baker. Lucy Essi, owner of Lunara Bakery, stands holding a box of her baked goods in downtown Toledo on March 26. Lucy Essi, owner of Lunara Bakery, a micro-bakery, holds a box of her baked goods consisting of cardamom buns, danishes, doughnuts, and croissants. Lucy Essi, owner of Lunara Bakery, stands holding a box of her baked goods. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/automotive/2026/04/18/behind-the-wheel-audi-q5-vs-bmw-x3-a-luxury-suv-comparison/stories/20260418010 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/automotive/2026/04/18/behind-the-wheel-audi-q5-vs-bmw-x3-a-luxury-suv-comparison/stories/20260418010#comments Sat, 18 Apr 2026 10:30:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/automotive/2026/04/18/behind-the-wheel-audi-q5-vs-bmw-x3-a-luxury-suv-comparison/stories/20260418010 The Audi Q5 and BMW X3 are among the most popular options for shoppers interested in a small luxury SUV. Each one offers a practical size, a classy cabin, and a relatively affordable way to get an SUV with a luxury badge. The 2026 Audi Q5 is a luxury SUV that's roomy and loaded with Audi's latest technology features. Enjoyable to drive, easy on gas, and practical for everyday life, the 2026 BMW X3 is a well-rounded small luxury SUV. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/04/18/some-workers-embrace-ai-others-won-t-use-it-gallup-poll/stories/20260418007 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/04/18/some-workers-embrace-ai-others-won-t-use-it-gallup-poll/stories/20260418007#comments Sat, 18 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/04/18/some-workers-embrace-ai-others-won-t-use-it-gallup-poll/stories/20260418007 More American workers are experimenting with artificial intelligence in their jobs, but skepticism is still widespread. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/17/walleye-earn-clutch-5-2-win-over-wheeling/stories/20260417126 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/17/walleye-earn-clutch-5-2-win-over-wheeling/stories/20260417126#comments Sat, 18 Apr 2026 03:20:37 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/17/walleye-earn-clutch-5-2-win-over-wheeling/stories/20260417126 The Toledo Walleye did their part to keep their hopes of raising another banner to the rafters at the Huntington Center alive on Friday night. Toledo’s Carter Gylander blocks a shot by Wheeling’s Logan Pietila. Toledo’s Carson Bantle chases after the puck against Wheeling’s Aidan Sutter. Toledo’s Reilly Funk pushes Wheeling’s Connor Lockhart as they chase after the puck. Toledo’s Reilly Funk gets tripped by Wheeling’s Aidan Sutter. Toledo’s Carson Bantle chases after the puck against Wheeling’s Aidan Sutter. Toledo’s Reilly Funk moves the puck away from Wheeling’s Alexander Kugail. Toledo’s Brandon Kruse falls while chasing after the puck against Wheeling’s Emil Pieniniemi. Toledo’s Cam Hausinger collides with Wheeling’s Mike Posma. Toledo’s Brandon Hawkins moves the puck away from Wheeling’s Brent Johnson. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/17/high-school-girls-track-and-field-league-outlook-how-do-area-races-shape-up/stories/20260417014 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/17/high-school-girls-track-and-field-league-outlook-how-do-area-races-shape-up/stories/20260417014#comments Fri, 17 Apr 2026 22:15:07 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/17/high-school-girls-track-and-field-league-outlook-how-do-area-races-shape-up/stories/20260417014 With the girls track and field season fully under way, area athletes are gearing up for the league meets next month. From left, Whitmer’s Lily Good, Perrysburg’s Ava Beeks and Ottawa Hills’ Natalie Nixon compete in the 3,200 meter run during the Nancy Erme Relays track and field meet at Whitmer High School in Toledo on May 2, 2025. Wauseon’s Ella Rhoades finishes first with an 18:09.37 time during the OHSAA Division II high school girls cross country regional at Hedges-Boyer Park in Tiffin on Oct. 26, 2024. Fremont Ross’ Braxtyn Jordan wins the 100m dash during the Northern Lakes League championship track meet at Findlay High School in Findlay on May 16, 2025. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/17/clark-helps-mud-hens-even-series-with-bats/stories/20260417133 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/17/clark-helps-mud-hens-even-series-with-bats/stories/20260417133#comments Sat, 18 Apr 2026 02:27:23 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/17/clark-helps-mud-hens-even-series-with-bats/stories/20260417133 LOUISVILLE — A big performance from top prospect Max Clark helped the Toledo Mud Hens even their series against the Louisville Bats on Friday with a 6-2 victory. Toledo Muds Hens batter Max Clark fouls off a pitch against St. Paul in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth-Third Field on April 9. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/04/17/jeremiah-jackson-hits-3-run-homer-8th-inning-orioles-rally-6-4-win/stories/20260417132 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/04/17/jeremiah-jackson-hits-3-run-homer-8th-inning-orioles-rally-6-4-win/stories/20260417132#comments Sat, 18 Apr 2026 01:45:20 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/04/17/jeremiah-jackson-hits-3-run-homer-8th-inning-orioles-rally-6-4-win/stories/20260417132 CLEVELAND — Jeremiah Jackson's three-run homer capped Baltimore's six-run outburst in the eighth inning against Cleveland's bullpen, sending the Orioles to a 6-4 win over the Guardians on Friday night. Baltimore Orioles' Jeremiah Jackson (82) is congratulated by third base coach Buck Britton, left, after hitting a three tun home run off Cleveland Guardians relief pitcher Connor Brogdon during the eighth inning. Baltimore Orioles' Jeremiah Jackson (82) is greeted by Colton Cowser, left, Weston Wilson (32) and Leody Taveras (30) after hitting a three-run home run off Cleveland Guardians relief pitcher Connor Brogdon during the eighth inning. Cleveland Guardians' Daniel Schneemann watches his grand slam home run off Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Anthony Nunez as catcher Samuel Basallo looks away during the seventh inning. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/17/cavaliers-bolstered-harden-trade-are-different-team-than-raptors-last-faced/stories/20260417131 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/17/cavaliers-bolstered-harden-trade-are-different-team-than-raptors-last-faced/stories/20260417131#comments Sat, 18 Apr 2026 01:37:07 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/17/cavaliers-bolstered-harden-trade-are-different-team-than-raptors-last-faced/stories/20260417131 CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cavaliers last faced the Toronto Raptors on Nov. 24. Considering the changes the Cavaliers have gone through, the nearly five-month gap might seem more like five seasons. Cleveland Cavaliers' Donovan Mitchell, who did not dress for the game, shoots during a timeout in the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Washington Wizards in Cleveland on April 12. Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1) dribbles against Atlanta Hawks guard Gabe Vincent (4) during the first half of an NBA basketball game on April 10 in Atlanta. Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) slam dunks the ball during first half NBA basketball action against the Brooklyn Nets, in Toronto on April 12. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/retail/2026/04/17/archbold-furniture-opens-first-showroom/stories/20260415108 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/retail/2026/04/17/archbold-furniture-opens-first-showroom/stories/20260415108#comments Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/retail/2026/04/17/archbold-furniture-opens-first-showroom/stories/20260415108 After 125 years, one of northwest Ohio’s oldest furniture manufacturers is expanding its reach. Brennan McNamara, store manager, left, and his mother, owner Patti Savage-McNamara, at American Crafted Furniture in Springfield Township on April 14. The showroom at American Crafted Furniture is showcased in Springfield Township on April 14. American Crafted Furniture is located in Springfield Township on April 14. Owner Patti Savage-McNamara, left, and her son Brennan McNamara, store manager, work at American Crafted Furniture in Springfield Township on April 14. The showroom is featured at American Crafted Furniture in Springfield Township on April 14. The showroom at American Crafted Furniture is featured in Springfield Township on April 14. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/04/17/photo-gallery-holy-toledo-polka-days-pre-party-pizza-pub-516/stories/20260417130 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/04/17/photo-gallery-holy-toledo-polka-days-pre-party-pizza-pub-516/stories/20260417130#comments Sat, 18 Apr 2026 01:18:14 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/04/17/photo-gallery-holy-toledo-polka-days-pre-party-pizza-pub-516/stories/20260417130 A Holy Toledo Polka Days pre-party took place at Pizza Pub 516 in Perrysburg on April 17. Click the image above to view the full gallery. Attendees chat among themselves. Polka Jammer Network broadcasts live. Polka Jammer Network broadcasts live. Linda Ross, Kimberly Hedrich, Stacia Hedrich, Jacob Blaz, and Chase Mackiewicz stand together. Erica Gomez, manager of Pizza Pub 516, makes Long Island drinks behind the bar. Lois Kuhns and Ken Olowin queue up a song as Gary Loncki looks at his computer. Ken Olowin and Louis Kuhns queue up a song while broadcasting live with Polka Jammer Network. Kimberly Hedrick, left, and friends sing along to polka songs. Ken Olowin and Gary Loncki, with Polka Jammer Network, broadcast live music. Holly Earl, Mike Grajczyk, and Debbie Rutkowski stand together. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/17/walk-off-hit-lifts-clay-past-perrysburg-in-low-scoring-nll-baseball-battle/stories/20260417128 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/17/walk-off-hit-lifts-clay-past-perrysburg-in-low-scoring-nll-baseball-battle/stories/20260417128#comments Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:39:19 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/17/walk-off-hit-lifts-clay-past-perrysburg-in-low-scoring-nll-baseball-battle/stories/20260417128 Runs were hard to come by in a Northern Lakes League baseball matchup between Clay and Perrysburg on Friday, but in the final inning, shortstop Darin Fussell produced a game-winning single when it mattered most for the Eagles, securing a 2-1 walk-off win at Ousky Field. Clay batter Chase Vriezelaar takes a big cut. Clay baserunner Aiden Berryman (19) scores against Perrysburg. Perrysburg baserunner Ryan Rettig can't beat the ball into second base. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/17/toledo-baseball-offensive-struggles-continue-series-opening-loss-miami-ohio/stories/20260417111 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/17/toledo-baseball-offensive-struggles-continue-series-opening-loss-miami-ohio/stories/20260417111#comments Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:31:32 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/17/toledo-baseball-offensive-struggles-continue-series-opening-loss-miami-ohio/stories/20260417111 What has plagued University of Toledo baseball in its four-game skid did not go away in Friday’s series opener against Miami (Ohio). Toledo’s Charlie Scholvin fields the ball. Toledo’s Ryan Sudbrook fields the ball. Toledo’s Troy Sudbrook dives safely back to first base past Miami’s Evan Appelwick. Toledo’s Ryan Sudbrook fields the ball. Toledo’s Nathan Leininger throws the ball. Toledo’s Jacob Payne tags out Miami’s Ignacio Gonzalez. Toledo’s Troy Sudbrook catches the ball as Miami’s Marcus Dierks gets to second safely. Toledo’s Liam Arsich hits the ball. Toledo’s Troy Sudbrook scores a run. Miami’s Ignacio Gonzalez dives into third base past Toledo’s Troy Sudbrook. Toledo’s Cade Baker throws the ball in. Toledo’s Nathan Leininger gets ready to throw the ball. https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorial-cartoons/2026/04/17/editorial-cartoon-tim-hartman-4-18-26/stories/20260417129 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorial-cartoons/2026/04/17/editorial-cartoon-tim-hartman-4-18-26/stories/20260417129#comments Sat, 18 Apr 2026 03:45:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorial-cartoons/2026/04/17/editorial-cartoon-tim-hartman-4-18-26/stories/20260417129 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/17/photo-gallery-perrysburg-vs-clay-baseball/stories/20260417127 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/17/photo-gallery-perrysburg-vs-clay-baseball/stories/20260417127#comments Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:39:26 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/17/photo-gallery-perrysburg-vs-clay-baseball/stories/20260417127 Clay baseball took on Perrysburg in a high school baseball game at Oregon Recreation Park on Friday in Oregon, Ohio. Perrysburg outfielders recover from calamity against Clay. Clay baserunner Brannan Vargas is safe on a Perrysburg bobble at second base. Perrysburg first baseman Tyler Palmer makes the out against Clay. Clay baserunner Bryce Besgrove scrambles back to first base. Clay batter Chase Vriezelaar takes a big cut against Perrysburg. Perrysburg pitcher Andrew Charpie hurls against Perrysburg. Clay batter Brayden Toneff swings against Perrysburg. Perrysburg batter Mason Kessinger tosses his bat after being hit by a pitch. Clay pitcher Landon Echelberry hurls against Perrysburg. Perrysburg players celebrate scoring in the dugout. Perrysburg infielder Brayden Heitmeyer (3) completes a double-play against Clay. Clay against Perrysburg. Perrysburg baserunner Ryan Rettig can't beat the ball into second base. Clay pitcher Landon Echelberry hurls against Perrysburg. Perrysburg batter Brayden Heitmeyer can't believe his called strike three. Perrysburg relief pitcher Mason Kessinger hurls against Perrysburg. Clay baserunner Aiden Berryman (19) scores against Perrysburg. Perrysburg pitcher Andrew Charpie hurls against Perrysburg. Perrysburg pitcher Andrew Charpie waits a for a mound meeting with Clay runners on base. Perrysburg catcher Asher Lattimore flips off his mask to make the foul out. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/04/17/shred-personal-documents-donate-clothes-sylvania-event/stories/20260417003 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/04/17/shred-personal-documents-donate-clothes-sylvania-event/stories/20260417003#comments Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:44:52 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/04/17/shred-personal-documents-donate-clothes-sylvania-event/stories/20260417003 The city of Sylvania will host its annual Shred Day on April 25. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/transportation/2026/04/17/governor-s-office-opens-window-of-cooperation-waterville-bridge-group/stories/20260417101 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/transportation/2026/04/17/governor-s-office-opens-window-of-cooperation-waterville-bridge-group/stories/20260417101#comments Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:28:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/transportation/2026/04/17/governor-s-office-opens-window-of-cooperation-waterville-bridge-group/stories/20260417101 Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has agreed to open a 30-day “window of cooperation” between Waterville citizens and the Ohio Department of Transportation over the Roche de Boeuf Bridge. An aerial view from a drone showcases the Roche de Boeuf Bridge in Waterville in 2023. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/04/17/bgsu-students-take-home-thousands-launch-software-tools/stories/20260417110 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/04/17/bgsu-students-take-home-thousands-launch-software-tools/stories/20260417110#comments Fri, 17 Apr 2026 21:24:31 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/04/17/bgsu-students-take-home-thousands-launch-software-tools/stories/20260417110 BOWLING GREEN — When Rudrashis Mandal left Kolkata, India, in 2024 to study in the United States, his younger, autistic, nonverbal brother and their parents stayed behind. Gary Lobaza asks a question during The Hatch, BGSU’s annual live student pitch competition, at Bowen-Thompson Student Union in Bowling Green on April 16. Casey Wyman asks the team a question during The Hatch, BGSU’s annual live student pitch competition, at Bowen-Thompson Student Union in Bowling Green on April 16. Aniya Lavender, left, Ashley Davis, center, and Anisha Lavender listen to comments and questions by the judges during The Hatch, BGSU’s annual live student pitch competition, at Bowen-Thompson Student Union in Bowling Green on April 16. Julie Brandle listens to a pitch during The Hatch, BGSU’s annual live student pitch competition, at Bowen-Thompson Student Union in Bowling Green on April 16. Josh Zucker asks Madison Louth a question during The Hatch, BGSU’s annual live student pitch competition, at Bowen-Thompson Student Union in Bowling Green on April 16. Rita Mansour asks a question during The Hatch, BGSU’s annual live student pitch competition, at Bowen-Thompson Student Union in Bowling Green on April 16. Rudrashis Mandal pitches his idea during The Hatch, BGSU’s annual live student pitch competition, at Bowen-Thompson Student Union in Bowling Green on April 16. Madison Louth talks about her business idea during The Hatch, BGSU’s annual live student pitch competition, at Bowen-Thompson Student Union in Bowling Green on April 16.