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Store clerk shoots and kills suspected robber at South Toledo carryout
A would-be robber who entered a carryout wearing a wig was shot and killed by a store clerk on Sunday morning at the Bengal's Food Mart in South Toledo.
Girls gather at University of Toledo forum to learn about key issues
It was only for an afternoon, but organizers of "Momentum 2010," a summit for young women, hope it will be a good start.
Concerned residents continue Toledo budget talks
With Toledo's budget deadline looming, leaders continue their discussions with residents on getting the city out of the red.
Man found shot outside Toledo Burger King
Police say a man may have been shot outside a Toledo fast-food restaurant Friday afternoon.
Toledo Zoo to hear pitter patter of...elephant feet
The Toledo Zoo is getting ready for a new addition to the family. Renee, the Zooa s 30-year-old, female African elephant, is pregnant.A The expecting mother is in the early stages of pregnancy.
Horse donations top $25,000 for agency
PORT CLINTON -- The Humane Society received more than $25,000 in donations to help malnourished horses it rescued Jan.
Man shoots gunman to save brother in South Toledo robbery
The sound of gunshots sang out from a south Toledo music store Friday. Just before bullets punctured the front window, a man walked into Allied Music on South ByrneA Rd.A near Heatherdowns, initially inquiring about a job.A After a couple of minutes, he left the store, but then quickly returned, pulling out a gun wanting to rob the place.
Toledo police ID rapist-robber suspect, issue warrant
Toledo police have issued a warrants for the suspect accused of targeting women in five robberies, including one that escalated to rape.
Police identify Toledo backseat robbery suspect : News : WNWO NBC24
With Toledo's budget deadline looming, leaders continue their discussions with residents on getting the city out of the red.
UT Basketball Coach Gene Cross resigns
The men's basketball coach for the University of Toledo, Gene Cross, has resigned.
Amtrak to review two national routes in Ohio
Amtrak says it is looking for ways to improve service on two long-distance routes that pass through Ohio.
Wahl pleads not guilty to murders
TOLEDO -- The man accused of killing a woman in August 2009, then killing a witness to the crime, was arraigned in Lucas County Common Pleas Court on Wednesday.
Back seat robber escalated to rape, Toledo police say
After a women was robbed at gunpoint last week in her own vehicle, police say the suspect has escalated to rape and is still at large.
Tips coming in to identify Toledo rape suspect
Police say a handful of tips have come in after releasing surveillance video of a man they believe is responsible for a series of robberies that escalated to rape in south and central Toledo.
Teddy Bear Care Fair Highlights Animal Care at the Zoo
Toledo - Animal care is everywhere at The Toledo Zoo, and on Saturday, March 20 and Sunday, March 21 the Zoo will celebrate with the Teddy Bear Care Fair! With animal demonstrations, keeper talks and a special opportunity for kids to bring in their favorite stuffed pals for a check-up , the Teddy Bear Care Fair helps show your family how important ...
TPS may close 3 schools, saving the district $4.5 million
The Toledo Public School district is still negotiating ways to cut the $30 million deficit.
West Toledo up next to talk city budget solutions
The city is holding one of several public meetings Tuesday to get input from residents on solutions for the $48 million budget deficit.
Toledo man held on $5M bond in deaths of two women
The man police say killed a Toledo woman then killed aA potential witness A to the crime was in court Wednesday on murder charges.
Prosecutor's objectives leads Mich. parole board to reverse decision to release sex offender
A convicted sex offender's scheduled prison release has been reversed following objections from a Monroe County prosecutor.

City Description

Toledo is a city in the U.S. state of Ohio within the Great Lakes Region and the county seat of Lucas County. Named after Toledo, Spain, it is located on the western end of Lake Erie, on the Michigan border. It is the principal city in the Toledo Metropolitan Statistical Area. In the 2000 census, the city proper had a population of 313,619, the fourth-largest in the state. According to the US Census, the Lucas county metropolitan area had a population of 650,955, while the Toledo/Fremont Metropolitan Statistical Area had a population of 711,952. Toledo is home to the University of Toledo. Toledo is the hub city of an 11 county Northwest Ohio regional trade area and broadcast media market of 1 million residents. Toledo is a city well known for its industry, particularly in glass and auto parts production, as well as its art community, education, and local sports teams. Residents of Toledo are usually referred to as Toledoans, while the city itself has been nicknamed the Glass City. Toledo is part of the Great Lakes Megalopolis which has 54 million residents. Downtown Toledo faces the Maumee River and in recent years much riverfront redevelopment has upgraded the natural beauty of