http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:03:06 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/09/14/new-warnings-risks-ai-humanity-debate/stories/20260914085 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/09/14/new-warnings-risks-ai-humanity-debate/stories/20260914085#comments Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:51:22 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/09/14/new-warnings-risks-ai-humanity-debate/stories/20260914085 LOS ANGELES — New warnings from within the artificial intelligence industry have revived a long-running debate over whether advanced AI could escape human control and ultimately threaten humanity’s survival, and whether the companies developing the technology are doing enough to prevent such a scenario. A man receives a box of chocolate powder drink from a robot during a demonstration of AI-based robotics in Europe at the European Parliament in Brussels on Sept. 2. Pages from the Anthropic website and the company's logos are displayed on a computer screen. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/09/14/trump-dismisses-ai-guardrails-sick-conspiracy-data-centers/stories/20260914084 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/09/14/trump-dismisses-ai-guardrails-sick-conspiracy-data-centers/stories/20260914084#comments Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:51:13 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/09/14/trump-dismisses-ai-guardrails-sick-conspiracy-data-centers/stories/20260914084 WASHINGTON — President Trump said Monday that he would be a sufficient guardrail against rogue artificial intelligence, claiming that any efforts to limit the technology was part of a “SICK conspiracy.” President Trump speaks with reporters before boarding Air Force One at Shannon Airport on Sept. 13 in Shannon, Ireland. Vice President JD Vance talks to reporters before he boards Air Force Two on Sept. 14 at Joint Base Andrews, Md. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/energy/2026/09/14/30-jump-heating-oil-costs-this-winter-iran-war/stories/20260914087 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/energy/2026/09/14/30-jump-heating-oil-costs-this-winter-iran-war/stories/20260914087#comments Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:51:02 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/energy/2026/09/14/30-jump-heating-oil-costs-this-winter-iran-war/stories/20260914087 Winter hasn’t even started yet, but Tommy Cole, Jr. is already very worried about how he’ll afford to heat his home when the temperatures drop. https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/tv-radio/2026/09/14/homecoming-for-storyteller-erickka-jones-with-new-downtown-podcast/stories/20260909009 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/tv-radio/2026/09/14/homecoming-for-storyteller-erickka-jones-with-new-downtown-podcast/stories/20260909009#comments Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:01:22 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/tv-radio/2026/09/14/homecoming-for-storyteller-erickka-jones-with-new-downtown-podcast/stories/20260909009 She never planned to move back to Toledo. Toledo native Erickka Jones has returned home after 37 years to launch the "Brew Is Back" podcast Sept. 8 in Toledo. Toledo native Erickka Jones has returned home after 37 years to launch the "Brew Is Back" podcast Sept. 8 in Toledo. Toledo native Erickka Jones has returned home after 37 years to launch the "Brew Is Back" podcast Sept. 8 in Toledo. Toledo native Erickka Jones has returned home after 37 years to launch the "Brew Is Back" podcast Sept. 8 in Toledo. Toledo native Erickka Jones has returned home after 37 years to launch the "Brew Is Back" podcast Sept. 8 in Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/college/2026/09/14/big-ten-blues-week-2-ohio-state-oregon-collapse-sec-boost/stories/20260914081 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/college/2026/09/14/big-ten-blues-week-2-ohio-state-oregon-collapse-sec-boost/stories/20260914081#comments Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:02:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/college/2026/09/14/big-ten-blues-week-2-ohio-state-oregon-collapse-sec-boost/stories/20260914081 The Big Ten took quite the gut punch in Week 2 with Ohio State blowing a 20-point fourth-quarter lead at Texas and Oregon getting embarrassed at Oklahoma State. Ohio State head coach Ryan Day reacts to an Ohio State score against Texas during the first half of an NCAA college football game Sept. 12 in Austin, Texas. Oregon head coach Dan Lanning stands on the sidelines during the NCAA college football game against Oklahoma State in Stillwater, Okla., on Sept. 12. Oregon quarterback Dante Moore (5) hands the ball off to running back Dierre Hill Jr. (6) in the first half of the NCAA college football game against Oklahoma State on Sept. 12 in Stillwater, Okla. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/dogs-for-adoption/2026/09/14/lucas-county-dogs-for-adoption-9-14-3/stories/20260911124 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/dogs-for-adoption/2026/09/14/lucas-county-dogs-for-adoption-9-14-3/stories/20260911124#comments Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:19:16 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/dogs-for-adoption/2026/09/14/lucas-county-dogs-for-adoption-9-14-3/stories/20260911124 These dogs are newly available for adoption at Lucas County Canine Care & Control, 1301 Monroe St., Toledo. Listed are the name, breed, sex, and impound number. For information, call 419-213-2800. For a complete list of dogs available for adoption, go to lucascountydogs.petfinder.com. Fluke, male,‘pit bull’ terrier, 54584 Jersey, male,‘pit bull’ terrier, 50566 Goonies, male, bulldog mix, 54642 Phoenix, male,cane corso, 53521 Prada, female, ‘pit bull’ terrier, 39403 Kane, male, ‘pit bull’ terrier, 52553 Oreo, male, ‘pit bull’ terrier, 54255 Biscuit, male, boxer mix, 53713 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/09/14/michigan-man-dies-after-motorcycle-crashes-into-dog-running-at-large/stories/20260914078 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/09/14/michigan-man-dies-after-motorcycle-crashes-into-dog-running-at-large/stories/20260914078#comments Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:03:13 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/09/14/michigan-man-dies-after-motorcycle-crashes-into-dog-running-at-large/stories/20260914078 PETERSBURG, Mich. — A Michigan man died of injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash that resulted from a dog running at large, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office said. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office in Monroe. https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/monday-memories/2026/09/14/monday-memories-even-the-youngest-were-determined-to-help-victims-after-9-11/stories/20260914006 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/monday-memories/2026/09/14/monday-memories-even-the-youngest-were-determined-to-help-victims-after-9-11/stories/20260914006#comments Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:24:41 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/monday-memories/2026/09/14/monday-memories-even-the-youngest-were-determined-to-help-victims-after-9-11/stories/20260914006 In a resurgence of patriotism, the country united after the 9/11 terrorist attack 25 years ago. Emergency and medical workers from Toledo and across the nation traveled to New York City to assist in relief efforts. Others donated supplies and money to support the effort, even schoolchildren. Friends Angela Crabtree, 11, left, Chelsey Miller, 8, Nicole Kerste, 10 and Haleigh Keller, 11, right, have raised more than $100 so far to be donated to the American Red Cross on Sept. 13, 2001. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/retail/2026/09/14/travel-scams-are-getting-harder-to-spot-here-s-how-to-stay-safe/stories/20260913037 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/retail/2026/09/14/travel-scams-are-getting-harder-to-spot-here-s-how-to-stay-safe/stories/20260913037#comments Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:21:11 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/retail/2026/09/14/travel-scams-are-getting-harder-to-spot-here-s-how-to-stay-safe/stories/20260913037 NEW YORK — Pickpockets were once the biggest worry for travelers heading to new destinations on vacation. Travelers queue up to pass through the south security checkpoint in Denver International Airport Wednesday, July 2, 2025, in Denver. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/personal-finance/2026/09/14/these-simple-portfolio-checks-could-save-you-from-costly-mistakes/stories/20260914005 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/personal-finance/2026/09/14/these-simple-portfolio-checks-could-save-you-from-costly-mistakes/stories/20260914005#comments Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:19:43 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/personal-finance/2026/09/14/these-simple-portfolio-checks-could-save-you-from-costly-mistakes/stories/20260914005 A portfolio management policy of benign neglect beats a too-active one any day. Nonetheless, it’s a good idea to check up on your portfolio periodically. Here are key items to keep on your dashboard. Cash is fanned out from a wallet in North Andover, Mass, June 15, 2018. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/09/14/ut-leader-create-ai-institute-campus/stories/20260911093 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/09/14/ut-leader-create-ai-institute-campus/stories/20260911093#comments Sun, 13 Sep 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/09/14/ut-leader-create-ai-institute-campus/stories/20260911093 COLUMBUS — The University of Toledo could soon be home to an artificial intelligence institute. Students walk through the Centennial Mall on the campus of the University of Toledo on Aug. 28, 2018. Grace Bochenek, vice president of research and innovation at the University of Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/09/13/careers-steering-leaders-connect-education-callings/stories/20260913002 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/09/13/careers-steering-leaders-connect-education-callings/stories/20260913002#comments Sun, 13 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/09/13/careers-steering-leaders-connect-education-callings/stories/20260913002 In her role as chief planning and program officer at the Toledo Area Regional Transport Authority, Glass City native Susan Gettum is an expert in project management. Ben Malczewski walks down to a courtyard at University of Toledo’s University Hall in Toledo on Aug. 18. Marc Folk, president and CEO of the Arts Commission, supports Toledo on Aug. 18. Ben Malczewski walks at University of Toledo’s University Hall in Toledo on Aug. 18. Ben Malczewski sits in a courtyard at University of Toledo’s University Hall in Toledo on Aug. 18. Ben Malczewski in a courtyard at University of Toledo’s University Hall in Toledo on Aug. 18. Ben Malczewski stands at University of Toledo’s University Hall in Toledo on Aug. 18. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/09/13/mud-hens-offense-stifled-final-road-game/stories/20260913110 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/09/13/mud-hens-offense-stifled-final-road-game/stories/20260913110#comments Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:58:52 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/09/13/mud-hens-offense-stifled-final-road-game/stories/20260913110 DES MOINES — After scoring a run in the first inning, the Toledo Mud Hens were blanked for the rest of Sunday’s game as they fell to the Iowa Cubs 2-1 in their final road game of the season. Toledo’s Austin Gomber throws a pitch during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Indianapolis Indians at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on Sept. 1. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/09/13/vamos-team-europe-regains-solheim-cup-the-united-states-ciganda-woad/stories/20260913111 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/09/13/vamos-team-europe-regains-solheim-cup-the-united-states-ciganda-woad/stories/20260913111#comments Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:50:39 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/09/13/vamos-team-europe-regains-solheim-cup-the-united-states-ciganda-woad/stories/20260913111 DEN BOSCH, Netherlands — Lottie Woad assured it. Carlota Ciganda — who else? — sealed it. Anna Nordqvist Europe team captain holds the trophy aloft after her team won the Solheim Cup. Anna Nordqvist, Europe team captain, kisses the trophy. Lottie Woad of Europe of Europe celebrates with teammates after they won the Solheim Cup. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/09/13/eugenio-suarez-hits-3-run-homer-lift-reds-past-brewers-4-3/stories/20260913109 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/09/13/eugenio-suarez-hits-3-run-homer-lift-reds-past-brewers-4-3/stories/20260913109#comments Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:20:59 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/09/13/eugenio-suarez-hits-3-run-homer-lift-reds-past-brewers-4-3/stories/20260913109 MILWAUKEE — Eugenio Suárez hit a three-run homer in the sixth inning and Tyler Stephenson had a sacrifice fly in the eighth as the Cincinnati Reds slipped past the Milwaukee Brewers 4-3 on Sunday. Cincinnati Reds' Eugenio Suárez hits a three-run home run. Milwaukee Brewers' Jake Bauers reacts after hitting a home run. Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz throws out Milwaukee Brewers' Luis Lara at first base. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/09/13/kwan-bazzana-help-guardians-beat-twins-9-2/stories/20260913108 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/09/13/kwan-bazzana-help-guardians-beat-twins-9-2/stories/20260913108#comments Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:18:26 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/09/13/kwan-bazzana-help-guardians-beat-twins-9-2/stories/20260913108 MINNEAPOLIS — Steven Kwan homered to lead off the game, Tanner Bibee had seven strikeouts in 6 2/3 strong innings, and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Minnesota Twins 9-2 on Sunday to pull within a half-game of the American League Central-leading Chicago White Sox. Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Tanner Bibee delivers. Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Joe Ryan delivers. Minnesota Twins' Royce Lewis hits a flyout. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/09/13/jobe-strikes-out-career-high-8-tigers-extend-rockies-slide-7-games-with-8-1/stories/20260913107 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/09/13/jobe-strikes-out-career-high-8-tigers-extend-rockies-slide-7-games-with-8-1/stories/20260913107#comments Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:09:40 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/09/13/jobe-strikes-out-career-high-8-tigers-extend-rockies-slide-7-games-with-8-1/stories/20260913107 DETROIT — Jackson Jobe struck out eight a career-high over 6 1/3 innings while pitching into the seventh inning for the first time, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Colorado Rockies 8-1 on Sunday to complete a three-game sweep that extended their winning streak to four. Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Jackson Jobe throws. Detroit Tigers' Riley Greene reacts after hitting a two-run home run. Detroit Tigers' Kevin McGonigle watches after hitting a triple. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/13/lions-escape-31-30-win-over-saints-ot/stories/20260913106 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/13/lions-escape-31-30-win-over-saints-ot/stories/20260913106#comments Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:00:47 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/lions/2026/09/13/lions-escape-31-30-win-over-saints-ot/stories/20260913106 DETROIT — Tyler Shough threw an incomplete pass in the end zone on a 2-point conversion attempt, allowing the Detroit Lions to escape with a 31-30 win in overtime over the New Orleans Saints on Sunday. Detroit Lions cornerback D.J. Reed (4) breaks up a pass intended for New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave (12). Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs (0) carries against New Orleans Saints safety Julian Blackmon (23) and Justin Reid. New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough (6) passes. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/09/13/maumee-vs-maumee-maumee-high-school-alumni-face-off-flag-football-game/stories/20260913102 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/09/13/maumee-vs-maumee-maumee-high-school-alumni-face-off-flag-football-game/stories/20260913102#comments Sun, 13 Sep 2026 21:23:46 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/09/13/maumee-vs-maumee-maumee-high-school-alumni-face-off-flag-football-game/stories/20260913102 Maumee High School alumnus Mark Pauken said he was never in the starting team when he played football at the school. Gray Team’s Brian Huddleston (2002 grad) takes a snap. Dominic Spinale, in the blue hat, watches. Attendees watch. People watch the game. White Team’s Shawn Waldron (2001 grad) throws a pass. The school band plays. The White Team huddles up. The Gray Team huddles up. Gray Team’s Donquaveus Wyatt (2017 grad), third from the right, celebrates a touchdown with teammates. Gray Team’s Donquaveus Wyatt (2017 grad), left, pulls the flag of White Team’s Sean Halpin (2003 grad). White Team’s Tom Henry (2013 grad) runs the ball. White Team’s Tom Henry (2013 grad), right, gets the shirt of Gray Team’s Donquaveus Wyatt (2017 grad) as he reaches for his flag. Gray Team’s Devin Amstutz (2014 grad), left, dives to get the flag of White Team’s Pete Schlegel. Alumni players keep hydrated. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ohio-state/2026/09/13/briggs-blame-ohio-states-epic-collapse-starts-ryan-day-coaches/stories/20260913105 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ohio-state/2026/09/13/briggs-blame-ohio-states-epic-collapse-starts-ryan-day-coaches/stories/20260913105#comments Sun, 13 Sep 2026 20:56:34 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ohio-state/2026/09/13/briggs-blame-ohio-states-epic-collapse-starts-ryan-day-coaches/stories/20260913105 The good news for Ohio State: The last time it lost three of four games, things turned out pretty well. Ohio State head coach Ryan Day and the Buckeyes blew a 20-point lead in falling to Texas on Saturday night.