http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:57:51 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/nation/2026/09/30/republicans-tee-up-bill-data-centers-final-votes-midterm-elections/stories/20260930096 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/nation/2026/09/30/republicans-tee-up-bill-data-centers-final-votes-midterm-elections/stories/20260930096#comments Wed, 30 Sep 2026 16:02:28 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/nation/2026/09/30/republicans-tee-up-bill-data-centers-final-votes-midterm-elections/stories/20260930096 WASHINGTON — Senate Republicans are dedicating one of the final votes before the midterm elections to a bill that attempts to address voter worries about data centers and their impact on energy bills. Meta data centers operate Sept. 5 near Social Circle, Ga. A Core Scientific data center is seen Sept. 4 in Dalton, Ga. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/development/2026/09/30/entrepreneur-builds-cleaning-business-around-peace-fresh-starts/stories/20260923099 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/development/2026/09/30/entrepreneur-builds-cleaning-business-around-peace-fresh-starts/stories/20260923099#comments Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:57:17 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/development/2026/09/30/entrepreneur-builds-cleaning-business-around-peace-fresh-starts/stories/20260923099 Nikole Landrum knows how living in an unclean space can quietly steal a person’s peace. Alberta Owens with Simple Serene Clean wipes down the walls of the bathroom while cleaning a client's home in Woodville on Sept. 29. Owner of Simple Serene Clean Nikole Landrum cleans a microwave while cleaning a client's home with her team in Woodville on Sept. 29. Shay Burroughs with Simple Serene Clean wipes down a dresser while cleaning a client's home in Woodville on Sept. 29. Shay Burroughs with Simple Serene Clean wipes down a dresser while cleaning a client's home in Woodville on Sept. 29. Owner of Simple Serene Clean Nikole Landrum cleans drip pans while cleaning a client's home with her team in Woodville on Sept. 29. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/World/2026/09/30/a-pilot-on-a-flight-carrying-israelis-stabbed-another-and-apparently-tried-to-crash-netanyahu-says/stories/20260930093 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/World/2026/09/30/a-pilot-on-a-flight-carrying-israelis-stabbed-another-and-apparently-tried-to-crash-netanyahu-says/stories/20260930093#comments Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:12:43 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/World/2026/09/30/a-pilot-on-a-flight-carrying-israelis-stabbed-another-and-apparently-tried-to-crash-netanyahu-says/stories/20260930093 TEL AVIV, Israel — A pilot stabbed another pilot and then apparently tried to crash to aircraft carrying dozens of Israelis on Wednesday, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said. Passengers and crew staged a dramatic intervention to subdue the attacker and the plane eventually made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. Holding balloons people wait for the arrival of passengers at Ben Gurion International Airport, near Tel Aviv, Israel Sept. 30. A FlyDubai aircraft takes off from Dubai International Airport in Dubai, United Arab Emirates Sept. 30. Passengers check in their luggage with FlyDubai at Ben Gurion International Airport, near Tel Aviv, Israel Sept. 30. A plane takes off as a flydubai aircraft sits on the tarmac at Dubai International Airport in Dubai, United Arab Emirates Sept. 30. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/30/jared-verse-pressure-surge-browns-pass-rush/stories/20260930092 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/30/jared-verse-pressure-surge-browns-pass-rush/stories/20260930092#comments Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:02:10 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/browns/2026/09/30/jared-verse-pressure-surge-browns-pass-rush/stories/20260930092 BEREA, Ohio — Jared Verse is making his impact felt on the Cleveland Browns defense, even though he hasn’t had a sack. Cleveland Browns defensive end Jared Verse runs onto the field Sept. 27 in Cleveland. Cleveland Browns defensive end Jared Verse walks off the field after the Jacksonville Jaguars defeated the Browns on Sept. 13 in Jacksonville. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/09/30/lake-schools-treasurer-resigns/stories/20260930091 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/09/30/lake-schools-treasurer-resigns/stories/20260930091#comments Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:08:16 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/09/30/lake-schools-treasurer-resigns/stories/20260930091 MILLBURY, Ohio — In the wake of errors in the Lake schools’ financial forecast and reporting, the board of education on Tuesday accepted the resignation of the schools’ treasurer. In a statement announcing Maria Robinson’s resignation and naming Georgianna Lanning as Lake High School in Lake Township. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/city/2026/09/30/toledo-recognized-for-safe-firearm-storage-practices/stories/20260930084 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/city/2026/09/30/toledo-recognized-for-safe-firearm-storage-practices/stories/20260930084#comments Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:35:45 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/city/2026/09/30/toledo-recognized-for-safe-firearm-storage-practices/stories/20260930084 The Ohio Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics has recognized the city of Toledo for its commitment to promoting safe firearm storage practices. Toledo Police Sergeant Joseph Okos demonstrates how to use a gun lock outside of the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library's downtown branch on April 22, following a press conference announcing the distribution of free gun locks at area libraries. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/nation/2026/09/30/the-us-military-says-its-withdrawal-of-troops-from-iraq-is-complete/stories/20260930089 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/nation/2026/09/30/the-us-military-says-its-withdrawal-of-troops-from-iraq-is-complete/stories/20260930089#comments Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:34:46 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/nation/2026/09/30/the-us-military-says-its-withdrawal-of-troops-from-iraq-is-complete/stories/20260930089 BAGHDAD — The U.S. military announced on Wednesday that it has completed the withdrawal of all American troops from Iraq, ending a 12-year mission to fight the Islamic State group. The last U.S. troops left an air base in northern Iraq under a deal between Baghdad and Washington. Iraqi security officers flash victory signs as they ride on vehicles decorated with national flags and ribbons during a convoy celebrating the complete withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iraq, in Baghdad, Iraq, Sept. 30. Iraqi police officers stand beside security vehicles decorated with national flags and ribbons during a convoy celebrating the complete withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iraq, in Baghdad, Iraq, Sept. 30. https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/living/2026/09/30/plan-it-calendar-10-1-10-7/stories/20260917091 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/living/2026/09/30/plan-it-calendar-10-1-10-7/stories/20260917091#comments Wed, 30 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/living/2026/09/30/plan-it-calendar-10-1-10-7/stories/20260917091 Except where indicated, all area codes are 419. Jim Conrad, left corner, tells a story to guests about the history of the city during the first day of Haunted Waterville Tours in Waterville on July 21, 2022. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/real-estate/2026/09/30/real-estate-transfers-9-30-1/stories/20260930001 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/real-estate/2026/09/30/real-estate-transfers-9-30-1/stories/20260930001#comments Wed, 30 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/real-estate/2026/09/30/real-estate-transfers-9-30-1/stories/20260930001 Recent real estate transactions in Lucas and Wood counties include the following property transfers recorded with county officials. Real estate transfers https://www.toledoblade.com/local/daily-log/2026/09/30/toledo-crime-log-9-30-26/stories/20260928107 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/daily-log/2026/09/30/toledo-crime-log-9-30-26/stories/20260928107#comments Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/daily-log/2026/09/30/toledo-crime-log-9-30-26/stories/20260928107 Click on icons in the map to find details of reported crimes. For a full list of all reported crimes in Toledo this week, consult the table below. Toledo police light bar. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/09/29/ut-connected-space-telescope-project-moves-to-implementation-phase/stories/20260930006 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/09/29/ut-connected-space-telescope-project-moves-to-implementation-phase/stories/20260930006#comments Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/09/29/ut-connected-space-telescope-project-moves-to-implementation-phase/stories/20260930006 A robotic space telescope with ties to the University of Toledo has moved to the next phase of the development process, NASA recently announced. J.D. Smith, UT professor of astronomy and director of Ritter Astrophysical Research Center, is taking the lead on an international space telescope project. A rendering of how PRIMA might look when in space. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/09/29/early-barrage-lifts-springfield-boys-soccer-against-bowling-green/stories/20260929118 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/09/29/early-barrage-lifts-springfield-boys-soccer-against-bowling-green/stories/20260929118#comments Wed, 30 Sep 2026 02:10:38 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/09/29/early-barrage-lifts-springfield-boys-soccer-against-bowling-green/stories/20260929118 BOWLING GREEN — In pursuit of a fourth-straight Northern Lakes League Cardinal Division title, the Springfield boys soccer team extended its undefeated run in divisional play against Bowling Green on Tuesday with a 4-1 win. Springfield’s Aiden Foos twists to kick the ball against Bowling Green in a high school boys soccer game on Sept. 29 in Bowling Green. Bowling Green’s Carter Hamilton, top, fights for ball control against Springfield in a high school boys soccer game on Sept. 29 in Bowling Green. Springfield’s Jackson Miller works the ball from Bowling Green’s Kyzen Smallwood, left. Springfield’s Jackson Miller, center, looks for control against Bowling Green. Springfield’s Dennis Rakosik, left, fights for ball control against Bowling Green. Springfield’s Jackson Miller heads the ball against Bowling Green. Springfield’s Cal Kurdziel toes the ball against Bowling Green. Springfield’s Brody Akenberger shoots high against Bowling Green. Bowling Green’s Isaac Metzger toes the ball. Springfield’s Reid Whitacre, center. dribbles through traffic. Springfield’s Dennis Rakosik, second from right, scores against Bowling Green. Springfield’s Jackson Miller, right, shoots on goal. Springfield’s Dennis Rakosik, second from right, scores against Bowling Green. Springfield keeper Tristan Geske makes the save from his back. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/09/29/white-sox-strike-first-in-al-wild-card-beating-astros-6-3-in-game-1/stories/20260930083 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/09/29/white-sox-strike-first-in-al-wild-card-beating-astros-6-3-in-game-1/stories/20260930083#comments Wed, 30 Sep 2026 01:33:42 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/09/29/white-sox-strike-first-in-al-wild-card-beating-astros-6-3-in-game-1/stories/20260930083 HOUSTON — Colson Montgomery hit a solo homer and Sam Antonacci drove in two runs to lead the Chicago White Sox over the Houston Astros 6-3 in Game 1 of an AL Wild Card Series on Tuesday. Chicago White Sox's Colson Montgomery runs the bases after hitting a solo home run during the fourth inning in Game 1 of baseball's American League Wild Card Series against the Houston Astros Sept. 29 in Houston. Chicago White Sox's Chase Meidroth, right, celebrates with Kyle Teel after scoring off a 2-run single hit by by Sam Antonacci during the second inning in Game 1 of baseball's American League Wild Card Series against the Houston Astros Sept. 29 in Houston. Houston Astros starting pitcher AJ Blubaugh delivers during the first inning in Game 1 of baseball's American League Wild Card Series against the Chicago White Sox Sept. 29 in Houston. Chicago White Sox relief pitcher Grant Taylor follows through on a pitch during the seventh inning in Game 1 of baseball's American League Wild Card Series against the Houston Astros Sept. 29 in Houston. Fans sit among empty seats during the second inning in Game 1 of baseball's American League Wild Card Series between the Houston Astros and Chicago White Sox Sept. 29 in Houston. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/09/29/wood-county-reports-measles-case-with-multiple-people-exposed/stories/20260929117 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/09/29/wood-county-reports-measles-case-with-multiple-people-exposed/stories/20260929117#comments Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:15:16 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/09/29/wood-county-reports-measles-case-with-multiple-people-exposed/stories/20260929117 BOWLING GREEN — A person with a confirmed case of measles was at multiple locations in Bowling Green in the past week, the Wood County Health Department said Tuesday. The Wood County Health Department hosts open house on Nov. 20, 2023, in Bowling Green. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/city/2026/09/29/toledo-city-council-questions-use-of-city-s-remaining-arpa-dollars/stories/20260929116 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/city/2026/09/29/toledo-city-council-questions-use-of-city-s-remaining-arpa-dollars/stories/20260929116#comments Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:37:11 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/city/2026/09/29/toledo-city-council-questions-use-of-city-s-remaining-arpa-dollars/stories/20260929116 Time is running out for Toledo to spend federal money received through the American Rescue Plan Act, but as the mayor’s administration looks to get creative with the remaining dollars, city council members are raising questions. Director of Economic Development Brandon Sehlhorst announces the selection of 18 Vibrancy Initiative projects expected to spur $21.6 million in investment across the city in Toledo on May 29, 2024. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/09/29/northview-s-feldmann-st-ursula-finish-on-top-at-girls-district-golf-tournament/stories/20260929115 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/09/29/northview-s-feldmann-st-ursula-finish-on-top-at-girls-district-golf-tournament/stories/20260929115#comments Tue, 29 Sep 2026 21:24:42 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/09/29/northview-s-feldmann-st-ursula-finish-on-top-at-girls-district-golf-tournament/stories/20260929115 BOWLING GREEN — Local standouts led the way at the Division I girls golf district tournament at Stone Ridge Golf Club on Tuesday. Northview's Katelyn Feldmann poses after winning the Division I girls golf district championship on Tuesday at Stone Ridge Golf Club. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/09/29/austin-riley-s-3-run-homer-off-jhoan-duran-rallies-braves-past-phillies-5-3-in-nlwcs-opener/stories/20260929114 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/09/29/austin-riley-s-3-run-homer-off-jhoan-duran-rallies-braves-past-phillies-5-3-in-nlwcs-opener/stories/20260929114#comments Tue, 29 Sep 2026 21:20:10 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/09/29/austin-riley-s-3-run-homer-off-jhoan-duran-rallies-braves-past-phillies-5-3-in-nlwcs-opener/stories/20260929114 ATLANTA — Austin Riley hit a three-run homer off All-Star closer Jhoan Duran in the eighth inning as the Atlanta Braves rallied past the Philadelphia Phillies 5-3 on Tuesday in the opener of a best-of-3 National League Wild Card Series. Philadelphia's J.T. Realmuto hits a two-run triple off Atlanta Braves pitcher Didier Fuentes in the seventh inning during Game 1 of baseball's National League Wild Card Series Sept. 29 in Atlanta. Philadelphia's Trea Turner, front, hits Atlanta Braves shortstop Ha-Seong Kim while being tagged out attempting to steal second base in the third inning during Game 1 of baseball's National League Wild Card Series Sept. 29 in Atlanta. Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Jesús Luzardo throws against the Atlanta Braves in the first inning during Game 1 of baseball's National League Wild Card Series Sept. 29 in Atlanta. Atlanta Braves pitcher Chris Sale throws against the Philadelphia Phillies in the first inning during Game 1 of baseball's National League Wild Card Series Sept. 29 in Atlanta. Philadelphia's J.T. Realmuto runs out his two-run triple against the Atlanta Braves in the seventh inning during Game 1 of baseball's National League Wild Card Series Sept. 29 in Atlanta. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/09/29/short-routson-headline-local-standouts-at-boys-district-golf-tournament/stories/20260929113 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/09/29/short-routson-headline-local-standouts-at-boys-district-golf-tournament/stories/20260929113#comments Tue, 29 Sep 2026 21:22:11 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/09/29/short-routson-headline-local-standouts-at-boys-district-golf-tournament/stories/20260929113 The Division II boys golf district tournament was held at Maumee Bay State Park on Tuesday with a pair of local players leading the field. Archbold's Grady Short shows off his plaque after winning the Division II boys golf district championship at Maumee Bay State Park on Tuesday. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/09/29/sylvania-tps-and-springfield-receive-letters-from-odew/stories/20260929112 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/09/29/sylvania-tps-and-springfield-receive-letters-from-odew/stories/20260929112#comments Tue, 29 Sep 2026 22:06:11 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/09/29/sylvania-tps-and-springfield-receive-letters-from-odew/stories/20260929112 Administrators for Sylvania, Springfield, and Toledo schools have all received letters from the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce because of projected budget deficits. Maumee schools also recently entered a precautionary financial state because of projected deficits. The district is Sylvania superintendent Tim Zieroff provides information about levy intentions to taxpayers in the district at the Sylvania Schools Town Hall on Aug. 26 at the Sylvania Senior Center. Matt Geha, superintendent, speaks in an interview at the Springfield Local School District Central Offices in Springfield Township on Sept. 4, 2025. Ryan Lockwood, Springfield Local Schools treasurer, speaks during a meeting to discuss the proposed expansion of school vouchers in Ohio at the Main Library in Toledo on May 9, 2023. Mr. Lockwood is now treasurer of Toledo Public Schools. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/09/29/new-fire-stations-coming-to-bowling-green/stories/20260929111 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/09/29/new-fire-stations-coming-to-bowling-green/stories/20260929111#comments Tue, 29 Sep 2026 21:49:02 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/09/29/new-fire-stations-coming-to-bowling-green/stories/20260929111 BOWLING GREEN — Come the fall of 2027, city residents might see their fire and EMS response times improve as the number of fire stations in the city goes from two to three. Chief Bill Moorman speaks during a groundbreaking ceremony for two new Bowling Green fire stations at the construction site of one of them at Carter Park in Bowling Green on Sept. 29. Chief Bill Moorman speaks during a groundbreaking ceremony for two new Bowling Green fire stations at the construction site of one of them at Carter Park in Bowling Green on Sept. 29. The early signs of a future fire station during a groundbreaking ceremony for two new Bowling Green fire stations at the construction site of one of them at Carter Park in Bowling Green on Sept. 29. Dignitaries break ground during a groundbreaking ceremony for two new Bowling Green fire stations at the construction site of one of them at Carter Park in Bowling Green on Sept. 29. A rendering of one of the stations during a groundbreaking ceremony for two new Bowling Green fire stations at the construction site of one of them at Carter Park in Bowling Green on Sept. 29. Chief Bill Moorman speaks during a groundbreaking ceremony for two new Bowling Green fire stations at the construction site of one of them at Carter Park in Bowling Green on Sept. 29. Mayor Mike Aspacher speaks during a groundbreaking ceremony for two new Bowling Green fire stations at the construction site of one of them at Carter Park in Bowling Green on Sept. 29. Mayor Mike Aspacher speaks during a groundbreaking ceremony for two new Bowling Green fire stations at the construction site of one of them at Carter Park in Bowling Green on Sept. 29. Firefighter listen to a speaker during a groundbreaking ceremony for two new Bowling Green fire stations at the construction site of one of them at Carter Park in Bowling Green on Sept. 29. State Rep. Haraz Ghanbari speaks during a groundbreaking ceremony for two new Bowling Green fire stations at the construction site of one of them at Carter Park in Bowling Green on Sept. 29. The early signs of a future fire station during a groundbreaking ceremony for two new Bowling Green fire stations at the construction site of one of them at Carter Park in Bowling Green on Sept. 29.