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Toledo crews battle fire on Queenswood Blvd
Fire crews are investigating an overnight fire in Toledo. Flames broke out at a house around 11:30 on the 3300 block Queenswood Blvd.
Interfaith peace vigil set by area Muslims
Citing a growing wave of anti-Islamic sentiment across the country, including fierce opposition to planned mosques in Manhattan and Tennessee, leaders of the Toledo area's Muslim community have organized an interfaith prayer vigil for peace Friday night in Sylvania.
Holiday To Impact Trash Collection
The City of Toledo would like to remind residents that refuse collection will again Leap Forward on Monday, September 6th.
Air conditioning break puts heat on Toledo Public Schools leaders
When 10 school buildings came down with sick air-conditioning systems this summer, Toledo Public Schools officials first wondered if some sort of conspiracy or sabotage was at play.
Toledo man accused of plotting to help Hezbollah set for release
After spending almost three months in federal custody, a West Toledo man facing charges of aiding a terrorist organization and engaging in several fraudulent schemes will be released from custody and placed on house arrest.
19th-century art of Egypt, Middle East debuts at Toledo Art Museum
Travelers Through Ancient Lands will open Sept. 10 and continue through Feb. 6 at the Toledo Museum of Art.
Restaurant reviews: Calvino's Restaurant and Wine Bar ***
Calvino's Restaurant and Wine Bar exerts the kind of addictive power over its customers that most dining establishments covet.
Toledo restaurateur Cousino takes step closer to settling criminal case
Toledo restaurateur Tom Cousino, who faces criminal charges for allegedly failing to pay sales tax at his family-owned restaurants, will be screened to determine whether he is eligible for a pre-trial diversion program.
Joe Biden to attend Toledo's Labor Day parade
Vice President Joe Biden is expected back in Toledo Monday for his second trip to the Glass City in two weeks.
Toledo schools' finance mix-ups
Bill collectors are calling Toledo Public Schools. 13abc's I-Team uncovered information that some businesses are waiting months to be paid by the local school district.
Bond set at $250,000 after Burns pleads not guilty to charges of stealing from TPS
Daniel Burns, the former business manager of Toledo Public Schools, pleaded not guilt Thursday morning to 25 counts related to the alleged theft of more than $600,000 from the school district.
Fisher, Portman to face off in Toledo
The two major-party candidates for U.S. Senate will face off before Election Day during three televised debates, including one in Toledo, both campaigns announced Wednesday.
Play video games for cash with Toledo company
BeyondGaming.net is a company based in Toledo that allows players of video games to play for cash.
Man held in stabbing, holdups
A vehicle and foot pursuit Tuesday led to the arrest of a man police say robbed and stabbed an elderly man, robbed an elderly woman, and attempted to rob another elderly woman in a crime spree Monday and Tuesday.
Toledoan found faith after taking man's life in '72
Seated behind a wooden desk in the pastor's study of Southern Missionary Baptist Church, the Rev.
78-year-old Toledo woman kicks suspect where it hurts
Brian Roach, 34, accused of stabbing and threatening senior citizens, faced a judge Wednesday.
Residents propose ideas after YMCA donates property to Toledo
A nailed up board across a garage door acts as extra security after the first attempted break in at the home of South Toledo resident Sarah Laskey early this summer.
Toledo Zoo presents Butterfly and Bug Festival
The Toledo Zoo's Butterfly and Bug Festival Saturday, September 4 celebrates them all with a day dedicated to our buggy buddies! The fun takes place in Nature's Neighborhood from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Throughout the day, you'll find crafts and activities inspired by the bugs and butterflies that make our ecosystem tick.
Biden schedules visit to Toledo for Labor Day
Vice President Joe Biden is returning to Toledo Monday. Mr. Biden is scheduled to be in the city for Labor Day, White House officials said Tuesday.

City Description

Toledo is the fourth most populous city in the U.S. state of Ohio and is the county seat of Lucas County. The municipality is located in northwest Ohio on the western end of Lake Erie, and borders the State of Michigan. The city was founded in 1833 on the west bank of the Maumee River, originally incorporated as part of Monroe County, Michigan Territory; then re-founded in 1837, after conclusion of theToledo War, when it was incorporated in Ohio. Toledo grew quickly as a result of the Miami and Erie Canal and its position on the railway line between New York and Chicago. It has since become a city well known for its industry, particularly in glass and auto assembly (Jeep headquarters and related auto parts production), as well as for its art community, education, and local sports teams. In the 2000 census, the city proper had a population of 313,619 and was the 57th largest in the United States. It is the principal city in the Toledo Metropolitan Statistical Area. The Lucas county metropolitan area had a population of 650,955, while the larger Toledo/Fremont Metropolitan Statistical Area had a population of 711,952. According to the Toledo Metropolitan Council of Governments, the