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Connecting Uptown and Junction neighborhoods to be supported by new infrastructure
Work to connect the Junction and Uptown neighborhoods will begin in 2027 with infrastructure projects, thanks to a $20 million grant the city of Toledo received from the U.S. Department of Transportation, city administrators shared with council. The project aims to upgrade the infrastructure as part of the development of an innovation district, which will accelerate job creation, investment, and work force development and bring equitable, broad-based economic opportunity to one of Toledo’s most disadvantaged areas. “First and foremost, we’re trying to create an innovation district in the Uptown area, and we’re investing in the infrastructure in the neighborhoods to support the investment,” Brandon Sehlhorst, director of the city’s department of economic development, said at a council meeting Tuesday. “Secondly, with this grant, we are trying to better connect the neighborhoods around the innovation district through multimodal transportation.” Those neighborhoods were cut off from one another by I-75 overpasses that have minimal pedestrian facilities and bicycle accommodations.
Defendant enters guilty pleas to southwest Toledo shootings that killed man, wounded woman
One of two men charged with murder and attempted murder in shootings Sept. 23 entered guilty pleas to reduced charges Thursday morning in Lucas County Common Pleas Court. After Daiqjuan Smith, 22, of the 1100 block of Pinebrook Parkway, pleaded guilty to murder and second-degree felonious assault in the death of James Miller, 37, and wounding of Kayla Braithwaite, 34, Judge Lori Olender scheduled sentencing for April 18. Police had found Mr. Miller shot in the 4600 block of Blue Rock Court shortly after 2 a.m., and the Lucas County Coroner’s Office ruled the next day he had died from a single gunshot wound. Ms. Braithwaite was found also that night at Airport Highway and Byrne Road, and survived being shot. Police said they identified Smith and co-defendant Kijuan Tarver, 20, of the 400 block of South Haven Road, through surveillance video, witness and victim statements, and cell phone evidence. No further details were presented Thursday.
I-75 south beyond Phillips Ave. reopens after crash closed all lanes
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - All lanes are blocked on I-75 south beyond US 24/Phillips Ave. due to a crash Wednesday afternoon. Cameras show traffic backed up for miles past the Ottawa River Road exit in Point Place. Latest Local News | First Alert Weather | Crime | National | 13abc...
Zoo holding elephant baby bash
In celebration of Kirk, the newest member of the elephant herd, there will be a baby bash from 10 a.m. to noon on April 6 at Toledo Zoo’s Tembo Trail. There will be games and activities, including an opportunity to win a family membership, as well as an 11:30 a.m. keepers presentation. Those wishing to provide a gift can check out the zoo’s baby registry. There will be two gift drop-off locations; one at the main entrance off of the Anthony Wayne Trail and the other in Tembo Trail. Visit toledozoo.org for more information.
City summer youth programs funding source gone after 2024
Toledo’s summer youth programs, which serve over 36,000 youths annually, will run out of funding at the end of this year. Funding has been provided by the American Rescue Plan Act since the programs started in 2021. The federal funds offer assistance as a result of the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. The city allocated $2 million annually for the programs, said David Bush, commissioner of youth services for Toledo. Mr. Bush and youth program coordinator Daveion Beach spoke before Toledo City Council’s Parks, Education, Recreation and Health Committee on Thursday to review the programs and express concerns about funding for next summer.
East Toledo neighborhood leaning on local church for necessities
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - St. Mark Lutheran Church provides people with more than just a place to pray. Longtime volunteer, Karen Johansen says it is also a place for the community to gather and get what they need to survive. “We’re trying as hard as we can to do what...
Woman claims Wendy’s worker used her bank card info, racking up $1,300 in transactions
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - The Wendy’s fast food restaurant in the Miracle Mile Shopping Plaza at Laskey and Jackman in Toledo has a steady stream of customers. One customer said she came in here earlier this month at about 9 o’clock on a Saturday morning and got scammed.
PizzaPapalis hits Detroit style pie out of the park
Midwestern traditions don’t just meet at PizzaPapalis in downtown Toledo — they collide there. It’s a Detroit-area pizza chain known for its Chicago-style pizzas right next to the home of the Toledo Mud Hens. In fact, it’s been at the corner of Monroe and Huron so long it’s nearly a tradition in itself. Families have been stopping for a pie after the game for well over a decade, and while the restaurant is showing its age, it offers an experience that won’t be duplicated at any other Toledo pizza shop. PizzaPapalis is best known for its Chicago-style deep dish pizzas....
A local woman turns her heartbreak into help for others impacted by cancer
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A local woman has turned her pain into purpose. She’s created a cancer resource guide for others going through the same struggles she and her family have faced. The Victory Center provides free programs and support services to cancer patients, survivors and their families. It’s...
Gas leak causes evacuations in west Toledo neighborhood Tuesday
TOLEDO, Ohio — A gas leak in a west Toledo neighborhood prompted evacuations to several residences Tuesday. According to Toledo police, they received a call from Toledo Edison that while excavating at the intersection of Bennett Road and Sunset Boulevard, they struck an intermediate supply gas line to the neighborhood.
Lucas County reported highest number ever of syphilis cases in 2023; TLCHD urges getting tested
LUCAS COUNTY, Ohio — In 2023, Lucas County had the highest-ever reported number of syphilis cases at 186. In 2019, there were only 82 reported cases. According to the Toledo-Lucas County Health Department, these cases were in people ranging from ages 15 to 72. More than 75% of the cases were men.
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