http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:39:25 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/World/2026/10/31/hundreds-evacuate-ukrainian-city-oleshky-melania-trump-brokered-cease-fire/stories/20261031083 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/World/2026/10/31/hundreds-evacuate-ukrainian-city-oleshky-melania-trump-brokered-cease-fire/stories/20261031083#comments Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:10:12 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/World/2026/10/31/hundreds-evacuate-ukrainian-city-oleshky-melania-trump-brokered-cease-fire/stories/20261031083 Hundreds of people from an occupied town in southern Ukraine who survived months without basic supplies were evacuated on Friday under a cease-fire agreement negotiated by first lady Melania Trump. Hundreds of people from an occupied town in southern Ukraine who survived months without basic supplies were evacuated on Friday under a ceasefire agreement negotiated by first lady Melania Trump. https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/2026/10/31/tiffin-university-tree-exhibition-draws-attention-to-canopy-crisis/stories/20261101014 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/2026/10/31/tiffin-university-tree-exhibition-draws-attention-to-canopy-crisis/stories/20261101014#comments Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:56:10 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/2026/10/31/tiffin-university-tree-exhibition-draws-attention-to-canopy-crisis/stories/20261101014 TIFFIN — Did you know forests make you feel good?  Not metaphorically. Literally.   “They actually have this defense mechanism where they sense an insect or something bad. They'll release these chemicals to defend, but those chemicals that we breathe make us 'Peaceful Ending' depicts a bare forest as part of 'The Neglect of the Urban Canopy,' Eileen Dorsey's Tiffin University exhibition. 'A cool Breeze and a Lighting Shift' depicts a thriving, colorful forest as part of 'The Neglect of the Urban Canopy,' Eileen Dorsey's Tiffin University exhibition. This piece depicts a sparse forest as part of 'The Neglect of the Urban Canopy,' Eileen Dorsey's Tiffin University exhibition. Eileen Dorsey is a Cleveland-based artist who pairs her tree-inspired artwork with conservation efforts as a neighborhood tree steward. https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/10/31/to-editor-tax-cuts-trickle-down-as-political-ads/stories/20261031005 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/10/31/to-editor-tax-cuts-trickle-down-as-political-ads/stories/20261031005#comments Sat, 31 Oct 2026 04:16:56 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/10/31/to-editor-tax-cuts-trickle-down-as-political-ads/stories/20261031005 Are you enjoying the political advertisements that were purchased using your tax dollars? I am not just talking about Trump’s recycled political advertisements. I am also talking about your tax dollars that were to go to Medicare, Medicaid, and SNAP. Sen. Jon Husted, R-Ohio, attends a campaign rally before Vice President JD Vance speaks at the Sharonville Convention Center on Oct. 21 in Sharonville, Ohio. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/10/31/a-first-nation-community-in-canada-is-using-a-data-center-to-preserve-its-heritage/stories/20261026005 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/10/31/a-first-nation-community-in-canada-is-using-a-data-center-to-preserve-its-heritage/stories/20261026005#comments Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/10/31/a-first-nation-community-in-canada-is-using-a-data-center-to-preserve-its-heritage/stories/20261026005 WIIKWEMKOONG UNCEDED TERRITORY, Ontario — For thousands of years, Indigenous peoples have passed down their traditions and culture through oral storytelling. Now, a Canadian Indigenous community is using a data center to help preserve its heritage. Wiikwemkoong's Chief Technology Officer Michael McCormick, right, and a worker inspect the community's data center in Wiikwemkoong, Ontario, Canada, July 22. A sign warns visitors to the First Nations community of Wiikwemkoong that they could be monitored in Wiikwemkoong, Ontario, Canada on July 26. Chief Tim Ominika stands on a street in Wiikwemkoong, Ontario, Canada on July 26. A drone takes off from a nesting station on the roof of Wiikwemkoong's civic complex in Wiikwemkoong, Ontario, Canada on July 26. Wiikwemkoong's Chief Technology Officer Michael McCormick, right, and a worker inspect the community's data center in Wiikwemkoong, Ontario, Canada on July 26. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/automotive/2026/10/31/these-are-the-four-best-used-electric-suvs-for-under-25-000-according-to-edmunds/stories/20261031008 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/automotive/2026/10/31/these-are-the-four-best-used-electric-suvs-for-under-25-000-according-to-edmunds/stories/20261031008#comments Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/automotive/2026/10/31/these-are-the-four-best-used-electric-suvs-for-under-25-000-according-to-edmunds/stories/20261031008 As more EVs enter the used car market, buyers with a budget of around $25,000 can now find newer electric SUVs that offer the benefits of gas-free motoring without the eye-watering price tags attached to many new electric vehicles. The challenge, naturally, is figuring out which ones are actually worth your money. This photo provided by Chevrolet shows the 2024 Equinox EV, a small yet surprisingly roomy electric SUV that offers up to 319 miles of range. As a used EV, it can be a compelling value. This photo provided by Ford shows the 2023 Mustang Mach-E, a stylish EV with sporty performance. Looking for a 2021-2023 model should keep you under the $25,000 budget. This photo provided by Hyundai shows the 2022 Ioniq 5, a quick and comfortable EV with retro-futuristic looks and a long list of standard driver assist features. You should be able to find plenty of low-mileage 2022–2024 models under $25,000. ( This photo provided by Volkswagen shows the 2023 ID.4, which offers a roomy interior, a comfortable ride, and up to 275 miles of range. A 2023 ID.4 in the well-equipped Pro S trim should be priced around $25,000. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/10/31/the-anti-ai-writing-police-are-everywhere-what-are-they-looking-for/stories/20261026004 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/10/31/the-anti-ai-writing-police-are-everywhere-what-are-they-looking-for/stories/20261026004#comments Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/technology/2026/10/31/the-anti-ai-writing-police-are-everywhere-what-are-they-looking-for/stories/20261026004 On October 6, the Zimbabwean author Simbarashe Kundizeza won the Caine Prize for African Writing, for the short story “The Blue Fighter.” Less than a week later, The Atlantic published a piece declaring that the story’s narrator “has all the personality of a chatbot.” https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/10/30/high-school-football-smith-gibsonburg-run-past-toledo-christian-d-vii-opener/stories/20261030141 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/10/30/high-school-football-smith-gibsonburg-run-past-toledo-christian-d-vii-opener/stories/20261030141#comments Sat, 31 Oct 2026 03:56:26 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/10/30/high-school-football-smith-gibsonburg-run-past-toledo-christian-d-vii-opener/stories/20261030141 GIBSONBURG, Ohio — Gibsonburg’s Grant Smith scored four touchdowns in a 37-8 win over Toledo Christian in the Division VII, Region 26 playoffs Friday. Gibsonburg’s Grant Smith is taken down by Toledo Christian’s Maguire Matheson during Division VII playoff opener at Gibsonburg on Friday. Toledo Christian’s Jack Deters runs the ball against Gibsonburg during Friday's Division VII playoff opener. Toledo Christian’s Carl Bade is taken down by Gibsonburg’s Nathaniel Chafin during Friday's playoff game. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/10/30/fremont-ross-football-powers-past-southview-playoff-opener/stories/20261030140 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/10/30/fremont-ross-football-powers-past-southview-playoff-opener/stories/20261030140#comments Sat, 31 Oct 2026 01:29:03 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/10/30/fremont-ross-football-powers-past-southview-playoff-opener/stories/20261030140 FREMONT — Fremont Ross football opened OHSAA Division II postseason play with a decisive 42-14 win over Southview, behind five total rushing touchdowns, with running back Zacarius Burel scoring three of those. Fremont Ross running back Zacarius Burel (28) heads towards the end zone against Sylvania Southview safety Jeremiah Keetion during the first round of the OHSAA football playoffs on Oct. 30 at Don Paul Stadium in Fremont. Sylvania Southview wide receiver Lucas Girlie runs the ball against Fremont Ross during the first round of the OHSAA football playoffs Friday, October 30, 2026, at Don Paul Stadium in Fremont. Fremont Ross lineman Kaiden Swint celebrates a Fremont touchdown during the first round of the OHSAA football playoffs against Sylvania Southview Friday, October 30, 2026, at Don Paul Stadium in Fremont. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/10/30/pistons-rout-winless-nets-110-94-an-nba-cup-opener/stories/20261030144 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/10/30/pistons-rout-winless-nets-110-94-an-nba-cup-opener/stories/20261030144#comments Sat, 31 Oct 2026 03:28:57 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/10/30/pistons-rout-winless-nets-110-94-an-nba-cup-opener/stories/20261030144 NEW YORK — Cade Cunningham scored 20 points, Duncan Robinson added 17 and the Detroit Pistons routed the Brooklyn Nets 110-94 on Friday night in an NBA Cup opener. Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) brings up the ball. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/10/30/republicans-tout-common-sense-agenda-lucas-county-rally/stories/20261030142 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/10/30/republicans-tout-common-sense-agenda-lucas-county-rally/stories/20261030142#comments Sat, 31 Oct 2026 03:01:27 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/10/30/republicans-tout-common-sense-agenda-lucas-county-rally/stories/20261030142 Perrysburg resident Rick Mens said he thinks voters are “waking up” and will retire the longest-serving woman in Congress next week. Ohio GOP candidate for governor Vivek Ramaswamy speaks. U.S. Sen. Jon Husted throws hats to the crowd. Ohio GOP candidate for Governor Vivek Ramaswamy pumps his fists. Derek Merrin, Republican nominee for Ohio´s 9th Congressional District, speaks. Protesters stand along the sidewalk outside of Brennan Equipment Services during the Ohio Republican Bus Tour in Holland. U.S. Sen. Jon Husted peeks out from behind a giant American Flag during the Ohio Republican Bus Tour at Brennan Equipment Services in Holland. U.S. Sen. Jon Husted hypes up the crowd. Derek Merrin, Republican nominee for Ohio´s 9th Congressional District, speaks. Ohio GOP candidate for governor Vivek Ramaswamy speakas. A person takes a photo of Ohio GOP candidate for governor Vivek Ramaswamy. Jason Vannette holds a sign outside of Brennan Equipment Services. U.S. Sen. Jon Husted speaks. Ohio GOP candidate for governor Vivek Ramaswamy speaks. People wait in line for the Ohio Republican Bus Tour at Brennan Equipment Services. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/10/30/walleye-triumph-ot-win-3rd-straight/stories/20261030143 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/10/30/walleye-triumph-ot-win-3rd-straight/stories/20261030143#comments Sat, 31 Oct 2026 02:45:10 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/10/30/walleye-triumph-ot-win-3rd-straight/stories/20261030143 KALAMAZOO — The Toledo Walleye rallied from an early deficit to take down the Kalamazoo Wings 3-2 in overtime on Friday for their third consecutive win. Toledo’s Brandon Hawkins handles the puck during the second game of the ECHL Kelly Cup Playoffs Central Division finals between the Toledo Walleye and Fort Wayne Komets at the Huntington Center in Toledo on May 12. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/10/30/toledo-cross-country-sweeps-mac-championships/stories/20261030134 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/10/30/toledo-cross-country-sweeps-mac-championships/stories/20261030134#comments Fri, 30 Oct 2026 23:25:12 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/10/30/toledo-cross-country-sweeps-mac-championships/stories/20261030134 KALAMAZOO — The University of Toledo continued its dominance at the Mid-American Conference Cross Country Championships on Friday, with the women claiming a sixth straight conference title and the men winning their third straight. The University of Toledo women's cross country team won their sixth straight MAC championship on Friday in Kalamazoo. The University of Toledo men's cross country team claimed a third straight MAC championship on Friday in Kalamazoo. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/10/30/incumbents-record-issue-contested-race-domestic-relations-judge/stories/20261027095 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/10/30/incumbents-record-issue-contested-race-domestic-relations-judge/stories/20261027095#comments Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:03:40 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/10/30/incumbents-record-issue-contested-race-domestic-relations-judge/stories/20261027095 The challenger to a sitting Lucas County Domestic Relations Court judge contends contentious cases are taking too long to resolve and that the incumbent has dismissed cases that should go to trial. “I call it the Hotel California: You can check in, but you can never leave,” Nedal Adya, Lisa McGowan, domestic relations judge, in the court on Oct. 29 in downtown Toledo. Lisa McGowan, domestic relations judge, in the court on Oct. 29 in downtown Toledo. Nedal Adya, candidate for domestic relations judge, outside the courthouse on Oct. 29 in downtown Toledo. Nedal Adya, candidate for domestic relations judge, outside the courthouse on Oct. 29 in downtown Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/10/30/26m-medical-debt-relieved-toledo-area-residents-state-representative-says/stories/20261030124 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/10/30/26m-medical-debt-relieved-toledo-area-residents-state-representative-says/stories/20261030124#comments Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:59:05 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/10/30/26m-medical-debt-relieved-toledo-area-residents-state-representative-says/stories/20261030124 The medical debts of about 6,400 Toledo residents will be eliminated, part of a $26 million round of debt relief through a city partnership. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/courts/2026/10/30/state-ags-case-against-schmuckers-ends-100000-fine/stories/20261031028 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/courts/2026/10/30/state-ags-case-against-schmuckers-ends-100000-fine/stories/20261031028#comments Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:50:28 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/courts/2026/10/30/state-ags-case-against-schmuckers-ends-100000-fine/stories/20261031028 BRYAN — An enforcement action the state of Ohio brought against three Schmucker family members accused of an unpermitted cattle operation has ended with an out-of-court settlement in which the defendants have agreed to pay a $100,000 fine. Cattle photographed inside a barn near Edon, Ohio, that is affiliated with Schmucker Family Farms. This particular barn was not part of Ohio Attorney General D. Andrew Wilson’s enforcement action. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/10/30/shark-tank-style-competition-ut-puts-toledo-on-map/stories/20261030125 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/10/30/shark-tank-style-competition-ut-puts-toledo-on-map/stories/20261030125#comments Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:16:52 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/10/30/shark-tank-style-competition-ut-puts-toledo-on-map/stories/20261030125 As a sophomore majoring in bioengineering, Yogesh Kumaran once dreamed of his own startup that would use specially designed software to optimize a surgeon’s choice of fracture implants with imaging tools. Pamela Moore, director of incubation and business operations at the UToledo Business Incubator; Kevan Pigott and Yogesh Kumaran, business partners and co-founders of Ossatura Labs, Inc.; and Grace Bochenek, University of Toledo vice president for research and innovation (left to right), during the award ceremony at an annual "Shark Tank"-style competition on Oct. 29 at the University of Toledo. Yogesh Kumaran, co-founder of Ossatura Labs, Inc., makes his pitch. An annual "Shark Tank" style competition on Oct. 29 at the University of Toledo. The judges of an annual “Shark Tank” - style competition on Thursday. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/stock-market/2026/10/30/wall-street-drops-worst-day-since-june-after-sell-off-tech-stock/stories/20261030130 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/stock-market/2026/10/30/wall-street-drops-worst-day-since-june-after-sell-off-tech-stock/stories/20261030130#comments Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:46:38 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/stock-market/2026/10/30/wall-street-drops-worst-day-since-june-after-sell-off-tech-stock/stories/20261030130 NEW YORK — A sell-off for tech stocks got even worse Friday on worries that Wall Street’s frenzy around artificial-intelligence technology sent prices too high. Trader Michael Capolino, left, and Specialist Thomas McArdle work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on Jan. 26. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/10/30/ohio-officials-prepare-recounts-litigation-election-day-nears/stories/20261030095 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/10/30/ohio-officials-prepare-recounts-litigation-election-day-nears/stories/20261030095#comments Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:11:30 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/10/30/ohio-officials-prepare-recounts-litigation-election-day-nears/stories/20261030095 COLUMBUS — Ohio voters should be prepared for the possibility of recounts and litigation after they make their voices heard on Election Day, experts and election officials said Friday. https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/10/30/editorial-kulewicz-attorney-general/stories/20261031043 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/10/30/editorial-kulewicz-attorney-general/stories/20261031043#comments Sat, 31 Oct 2026 03:45:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/10/30/editorial-kulewicz-attorney-general/stories/20261031043 In Democrat John J. Kulewicz, Ohio voters have the opportunity to elect a lawyer of uncommon skill and judgment as their attorney general on Nov. 3. Jack Ford, left, and his attorney, John J. Kulewicz in 2014. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/10/30/28-year-old-man-shot-injured-in-north-toledo/stories/20261030091 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/10/30/28-year-old-man-shot-injured-in-north-toledo/stories/20261030091#comments Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:56:25 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/10/30/28-year-old-man-shot-injured-in-north-toledo/stories/20261030091 A 28-year-old man was found shot outside of a North Toledo apartment building early Friday morning, police said.