http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Tue, 29 Sep 2026 01:51:41 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/09/28/oregon-mayor-puts-data-center-plan-hold-pending-november-vote/stories/20260928114 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/09/28/oregon-mayor-puts-data-center-plan-hold-pending-november-vote/stories/20260928114#comments Tue, 29 Sep 2026 01:13:04 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/09/28/oregon-mayor-puts-data-center-plan-hold-pending-november-vote/stories/20260928114 Oregon Mayor Steven Salander is pledging to keep a contentious Oregon data super-center development project from advancing until after voters decide in the Nov. 3 election on a data center size limit that, if approved, would effectively kill the project. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/09/28/mitchell-harden-rare-offseason-bonding-cavaliers-chemistry/stories/20260928121 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/09/28/mitchell-harden-rare-offseason-bonding-cavaliers-chemistry/stories/20260928121#comments Tue, 29 Sep 2026 00:27:58 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/09/28/mitchell-harden-rare-offseason-bonding-cavaliers-chemistry/stories/20260928121 CLEVELAND — Donovan Mitchell and his Cleveland Cavaliers teammates didn’t go their separate ways for four months before reassembling a couple weeks ago for the start of offseason workouts. Cleveland Cavaliers' Donovan Mitchell is interviewed during the NBA basketball team's media day Sept 28 in Cleveland. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/09/28/wauseon-girls-among-local-qualifiers-district-golf-tournament/stories/20260928120 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/09/28/wauseon-girls-among-local-qualifiers-district-golf-tournament/stories/20260928120#comments Mon, 28 Sep 2026 23:29:11 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/09/28/wauseon-girls-among-local-qualifiers-district-golf-tournament/stories/20260928120 FINDLAY — Sycamore Springs Golf Course was the site of the Northwest Division II Girls Golf district tournament on Monday where several local players qualified for the state tournament. A golf ball on hole No. 5 during the semifinal round of match play of the USGA U.S. Junior Amateur Championship at Inverness Club in Toledo on July 19, 2019. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/09/28/town-hall-will-discuss-disability-rights-resources-ohio/stories/20260928116 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/09/28/town-hall-will-discuss-disability-rights-resources-ohio/stories/20260928116#comments Mon, 28 Sep 2026 22:57:23 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/09/28/town-hall-will-discuss-disability-rights-resources-ohio/stories/20260928116 A town hall about disability rights and resources in Ohio is planned Thursday in East Toledo. Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson speaking during the Center for Manufacturing Excellence roundtable meeting at Bowling Green State University on Aug. 19, 2025. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/09/28/swanton-man-dies-us-20-crash/stories/20260928119 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/09/28/swanton-man-dies-us-20-crash/stories/20260928119#comments Mon, 28 Sep 2026 22:36:18 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/09/28/swanton-man-dies-us-20-crash/stories/20260928119 A Swanton man died Monday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash in Richfield Township, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Police sirens in Toledo on June 24, 2020. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/stock-market/2026/09/28/bond-yields-crank-higher-pull-us-stocks-further-record/stories/20260928117 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/stock-market/2026/09/28/bond-yields-crank-higher-pull-us-stocks-further-record/stories/20260928117#comments Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:57:05 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/stock-market/2026/09/28/bond-yields-crank-higher-pull-us-stocks-further-record/stories/20260928117 NEW YORK — Yields in the U.S. bond market cranked higher Monday and again touched their highest levels in roughly two decades, which knocked U.S. stocks further from their record high. Michael Gallucchi Traders works on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange on Sept. 14. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/09/28/friday-night-highlights-north-baltimores-big-play-offense-tigers-unbeaten/stories/20260928097 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/09/28/friday-night-highlights-north-baltimores-big-play-offense-tigers-unbeaten/stories/20260928097#comments Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:22:50 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/09/28/friday-night-highlights-north-baltimores-big-play-offense-tigers-unbeaten/stories/20260928097 Unbeaten North Baltimore has put up eye-popping numbers on the scoreboard this fall, but the Tigers aren't basking in their offensive success. North Baltimore football coach Greg Bishop watches his players during a practice drill at North Baltimore High School on Sept. 23. Luke Long practices his throw during his football team’s practice at North Baltimore High School on Sept. 23. Central Catholic’s Jeremiah Fuller is brought down by a host of St. Francis defenders. Eastwood’s Brayden Luidhard runs the ball as Otsego’s Trevor Brooks lunges to try to tackle during a high school football game between Eastwood and Otsego at Eastwood High School’s Jerry Rutherford Stadium in Pemberville on Sept. 25. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/World/2026/09/28/5-men-arrested-us-air-base-bailed-uk-police-probe-iran/stories/20260928110 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/World/2026/09/28/5-men-arrested-us-air-base-bailed-uk-police-probe-iran/stories/20260928110#comments Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:08:10 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/World/2026/09/28/5-men-arrested-us-air-base-bailed-uk-police-probe-iran/stories/20260928110 FAIRFORD, England — Five young British men arrested on explosives and terror charges near a U.S.-operated air force base in England were released on bail Monday, and counterterror detectives said they were investigating “multiple lines of inquiry,” including whether there is a link to Iran. Police guard a road leading to RAF Fairford on Sept. 28 in Fairford, England. Police officers guard a road leading to RAF Fairford, after an incident in Fairford, England, on Sept. 28. Police officers guard a road leading to RAF Fairford, after an incident in Fairford, England, on Sept. 28. United States Air Force B1 bombers are seen at RAF Fairford, a U.S. airbase, after an incident Sept. 27 in Fairford, England. A B1 USAF bomber on the tarmac at RAF Fairford on Sept. 28 in Fairford, England. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/nation/2026/09/28/prosecutor-reopens-cornell-gang-rape-allegations-accuser-lawsuit/stories/20260928111 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/nation/2026/09/28/prosecutor-reopens-cornell-gang-rape-allegations-accuser-lawsuit/stories/20260928111#comments Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:07:40 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/nation/2026/09/28/prosecutor-reopens-cornell-gang-rape-allegations-accuser-lawsuit/stories/20260928111 A New York prosecutor has reopened an investigation into gang rape allegations at a Cornell University fraternity in response to a lawsuit filed by a woman who says she was sexually assaulted in 2024 by seven students after being plied with alcohol and drugs. The former Chi Phi fraternity house at Cornell University in Ithaca, N.Y., on Sept. 28. The former Chi Phi fraternity house at Cornell University in Ithaca, N.Y., on Sept. 28. The former Chi Phi fraternity house at Cornell University in Ithaca, N.Y., on Sept. 28. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/environment/2026/09/28/strong-winds-northeast-make-toledo-area-algae-even-more-gross/stories/20260928099 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/environment/2026/09/28/strong-winds-northeast-make-toledo-area-algae-even-more-gross/stories/20260928099#comments Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:06:39 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/environment/2026/09/28/strong-winds-northeast-make-toledo-area-algae-even-more-gross/stories/20260928099 Western Lake Erie’s 2026 algal bloom is still going strong in the Toledo area as October looms. The Western Lake Erie algal bloom on Sept. 28 along Bay Shore Road in Oregon. Lake Erie water has been especially green along the Oregon shoreline lately because of strong winds from the northeast. Warning sign about the risk of coming in contact with potential toxins from the algal bloom on Sept. 28 at Maumee Bay.State Park. The Western Lake Erie algal bloom on Sept. 28 along Bay Shore Road in Oregon. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/09/28/maumee-schools-ordered-plant-cuts-projected-deficits/stories/20260928103 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/09/28/maumee-schools-ordered-plant-cuts-projected-deficits/stories/20260928103#comments Mon, 28 Sep 2026 19:58:32 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/education/2026/09/28/maumee-schools-ordered-plant-cuts-projected-deficits/stories/20260928103 Maumee schools has been placed in a precautionary financial state by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce because of projected budget deficits. Maumee fans crowd in the stands during a high school football game between Maumee and Genoa at Maumee High School in Maumee in 2024. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/09/28/walleye-bring-back-veteran-goalie-matt-jurusik/stories/20260928104 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/09/28/walleye-bring-back-veteran-goalie-matt-jurusik/stories/20260928104#comments Mon, 28 Sep 2026 19:51:08 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/09/28/walleye-bring-back-veteran-goalie-matt-jurusik/stories/20260928104 The Toledo Walleye have re-signed goaltender Matt Jurusik, a veteran netminder who played in 16 games for the team last season. Toledo’s goalie Matt Jurusik keeps his eye on the puck Dec. 20 at the Huntington Center in downtown Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/courts/2026/09/28/jones-recalls-blackouts-demonic-events-kei-mani-death/stories/20260928088 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/courts/2026/09/28/jones-recalls-blackouts-demonic-events-kei-mani-death/stories/20260928088#comments Mon, 28 Sep 2026 19:46:24 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/courts/2026/09/28/jones-recalls-blackouts-demonic-events-kei-mani-death/stories/20260928088 Darnell Jones told investigators he had been drinking heavily and blacked out the night his 13-year-old daughter, Kei’mani Latigue, was killed, but he recalled going to check on her and then described the rest of his memories that night as “demonic.” Darnell Jones sits in court during an evidence suppression hearing in the Lucas County Court of Common Pleas on Sept. 28, 2026 in downtown Toledo. Jennifer Liptack-Wilson, Lucas County Chief Criminal Prosecutor, speaks during an evidence suppression hearing for Darnell Jones in the Lucas County Court of Common Pleas on Sept. 28, 2026 in downtown Toledo. Sgt. James Poole, a special agent with the Ohio Attorney General's office, speaks during an evidence suppression hearing for Darnell Jones in the Lucas County Court of Common Pleas on Sept. 28, 2026 in downtown Toledo. Darnell Jones listens during a pre-trial conference in 2025 at the Lucas County Courthouse in Toledo. Jones is accused of murdering his 13-year-old daughter Kei’mani Latigue. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/09/28/pistons-camp-jalen-duren-roster-no-deal-yet/stories/20260928102 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/09/28/pistons-camp-jalen-duren-roster-no-deal-yet/stories/20260928102#comments Mon, 28 Sep 2026 19:22:43 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/09/28/pistons-camp-jalen-duren-roster-no-deal-yet/stories/20260928102 DETROIT — The Detroit Pistons tipped off training camp without Jalen Duren on the roster. Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren talks with head coach J.B. Bickerstaff during Game 7 of a second-round NBA playoffs basketball series May 17 in Detroit. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/09/28/lucas-county-sheriff-s-office-launches-new-tool-concealed-handgun-permits/stories/20260928093 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/09/28/lucas-county-sheriff-s-office-launches-new-tool-concealed-handgun-permits/stories/20260928093#comments Mon, 28 Sep 2026 18:40:42 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/09/28/lucas-county-sheriff-s-office-launches-new-tool-concealed-handgun-permits/stories/20260928093 The Lucas County Sheriff’s Office has launched an online tool to make it easier for residents to obtain concealed handgun permits. The new Lucas County Sheriff’s Office precinct station in Swanton is featured in 2024. The building was formerly Ohio State Highway Patrol Post 48. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/09/28/mlb-last-postseason-lockout-looming-players-to-fight-cap/stories/20260928101 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/09/28/mlb-last-postseason-lockout-looming-players-to-fight-cap/stories/20260928101#comments Mon, 28 Sep 2026 18:26:09 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/09/28/mlb-last-postseason-lockout-looming-players-to-fight-cap/stories/20260928101 NEW YORK — Days before the start of what could be Major League Baseball’s last postseason for a while, Carlos Rodón was prepared for a long lockout if owners keep their salary cap proposal on the bargaining table. New York Yankees pitcher Carlos Rodon reacts after the final out in the top half of the seventh inning Sept. 22 in New York. Baltimore Orioles' Pete Alonso rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home against the Toronto Blue Jays on Sept. 23 in Baltimore. Baltimore Orioles pitcher Chris Bassitt throws to the Athletics on Aug. 30 in West Sacramento, Calif. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/college/2026/09/28/senate-vote-college-sports-bill-athlete-payments-transfers/stories/20260928100 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/college/2026/09/28/senate-vote-college-sports-bill-athlete-payments-transfers/stories/20260928100#comments Mon, 28 Sep 2026 18:19:53 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/college/2026/09/28/senate-vote-college-sports-bill-athlete-payments-transfers/stories/20260928100 WASHINGTON — The Senate is poised to pass a sweeping bipartisan bill on Monday that would regulate college sports, an attempt to end “chaos” in an industry that has been upended by skyrocketing athlete payments and near-unrestricted transfers between schools. Southern California quarterback Jayden Maiava, right, jumps away from Oregon linebacker Teitum Tuioti on Sept. 26 in Los Angeles. Sen. Maria Cantwell (D., Wash.), left, speaks as Sen. Ted Cruz (R., Texas) listens during a news conference Sept. 14 on Capitol Hill in Washington. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/09/28/ohio-senators-introduce-gas-tax-holiday-bill/stories/20260928092 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/09/28/ohio-senators-introduce-gas-tax-holiday-bill/stories/20260928092#comments Mon, 28 Sep 2026 17:59:40 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/09/28/ohio-senators-introduce-gas-tax-holiday-bill/stories/20260928092 COLUMBUS — Members of the Ohio General Assembly on Monday officially introduced legislation to suspend the motor fuel tax for 90 days. Members of the Ohio General Assembly on Monday officially introduced legislation suspending the motor fuel tax for 90 days. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/development/2026/09/28/trump-announcing-iowa-steel-plant-nation-largest/stories/20260928098 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/development/2026/09/28/trump-announcing-iowa-steel-plant-nation-largest/stories/20260928098#comments Mon, 28 Sep 2026 17:56:37 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/development/2026/09/28/trump-announcing-iowa-steel-plant-nation-largest/stories/20260928098 WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump is announcing a new $15 billion steel plant in Iowa being built with backing from an Indian conglomerate, creating what the White House says will become the largest steel plant in U.S. history. President Donald Trump walks on the South Lawn of the White House after arriving on Marine One on Sept. 27 in Washington. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/09/28/blade-hosts-career-and-education-expo/stories/20260928091 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/09/28/blade-hosts-career-and-education-expo/stories/20260928091#comments Mon, 28 Sep 2026 17:51:39 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/09/28/blade-hosts-career-and-education-expo/stories/20260928091 Job seekers will have the opportunity to connect with area employers and educational institutions at The Blade’s 2026 Career & Education Expo. Exterior of the Delta Hotel by Marriott is shown in 2024 in Toledo.