An Allen County grand jury has indicted a man on charges for a 2022 murder. Read moreAllen County grand jury indicts Lima man in 2022 homicide case
A 30-year-old Jenera man was killed and an Ada man was seriously injured after a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Lincoln Highway and County Road 15 in Hancock County early Tuesday morning. Read moreOne dead, one seriously injured in Hancock County two-vehicle crash
Several agencies responded to a gas leak in a Lima neighborhood Monday afternoon. Read moreGas leak closes several blocks in Lima neighborhood
Nearly 750 students from across the United States and around the world graduated from the University of Northwestern Ohio on Sunday, earning more than 900 diplomas and preparing to enter the workforce. Read moreUNOH celebrates 106th graduating class as nearly 750 students earn diplomas
A motorcycle passenger was killed and the driver seriously injured after an SUV turning onto U.S. 33 collided with the motorcycle Friday night in Auglaize County. Read moreUPDATE: Lima woman killed, two seriously injured in Auglaize County motorcycle crash
The Lima Fire Department responded to a house fire at the corner of Cole and Elm streets just before 9 a.m. Thursday. Read moreHeat gun ignites bird's nest, causing attic fire in Lima home
Cenovus crews are responding to an operational issue at the Lima Refinery that has caused increased flaring and black smoke while air quality continues to be monitored. Read moreCenovus responding to refinery issue causing increased flaring and smoke in Lima
A Wednesday morning house fire on North Union Street in Lima caused an estimated $25,000 in damage and claimed the life of a family dog, while all residents escaped safely. Read moreDog dies in north Lima house fire Wednesday morning
More than $9 million in state funding is being awarded for infrastructure improvements across Ohio, with Allen County receiving $2 million for road upgrades tied to economic development. Read moreAllen County receives $2 million state grant for road improvements near growing business hub
The Ohio Senate's proposed $3.7 billion capital budget includes more than $12.5 million in funding for community improvement projects across several West Central Ohio counties, pending final legislative approval. Read moreOhio Senate Capital Budget includes more than $12.5 Million for West Central Ohio Projects
Ohio Democrats held a rally in Lima criticizing Republican Senate candidate Jon Husted over campaign contributions linked to Les Wexner and calling for accountability and justice for victims connected to Jeffrey Epstein. Read moreOhio Democrats rally in Lima to criticize Husted over Epstein connections
Gov. Mike DeWine is urging Ohio lawmakers to abolish the death penalty, citing lengthy delays, overturned sentences and declining use of capital punishment while pledging not to allow any executions during the remainder of his term. Read moreDeWine urges Ohio to end capital punishment
An Allen County grand jury has indicted a man on charges for a 2022 murder. Read moreAllen County grand jury indicts Lima man in 2022 homicide case
Allen County's Brown Bag gardening series featured begonias, highlighting their history, growing conditions and popularity among gardeners. Organizers also announced that next week's program will focus on how gardeners can help protect the environment. Read moreGardeners learn why begonias remain a longtime favorite at Brown Bag program
The Made for the Stage Youth Theatre Workshop is celebrating its fifth year of helping local children develop theater, communication and leadership skills through hands-on activities. This year's camp has a record 36 campers enrolled, and organizers continue to rely on community support to keep the program free for participants. Read moreLocal theater workshop marks milestone year with largest camp ever
Lima City Schools is hosting a hiring event June 23 at South Science and Technology Magnet School to fill more than two dozen positions across the district. Applicants can meet with hiring managers, complete background checks and potentially receive on-the-spot job offers during the event. Read moreLima City Schools holding one-stop hiring event June 23
The Defiance County Sheriff's Office and the Defiance County Prosecutor's Office are investigating the accidental shooting death of a 2-year-old boy. Read more2-year-old boy dies in accidental shooting in Defiance county
A Lima man has been arrested as part of a drug bust on North Charles Street. Read moreLima man arrested after Monday drug search
ODOT is seeking public feedback on a proposed $3.5 million roundabout project at Van Wert Decatur Road and U.S. 224 that aims to improve safety and reduce serious crashes in Van Wert County. Read moreODOT seeks public feedback on proposed Van Wert County roundabout
Mercer County Sheriff Doug Timmerman reports his office is investigating a suicide attempt by an inmate in the adult detention center. Read moreMercer County Sheriff investigating inmate suicide attempt at detention center
Ohio Democrats held a rally in Lima criticizing Republican Senate candidate Jon Husted over campaign contributions linked to Les Wexner and calling for accountability and justice for victims connected to Jeffrey Epstein. Read moreOhio Democrats rally in Lima to criticize Husted over Epstein connections
Gov. Mike DeWine is urging Ohio lawmakers to abolish the death penalty, citing lengthy delays, overturned sentences and declining use of capital punishment while pledging not to allow any executions during the remainder of his term. Read moreDeWine urges Ohio to end capital punishment
The Defiance County Sheriff's Office and the Defiance County Prosecutor's Office are investigating the accidental shooting death of a 2-year-old boy. Read more2-year-old boy dies in accidental shooting in Defiance county
A Lima man has been arrested as part of a drug bust on North Charles Street. Read moreLima man arrested after Monday drug search
ODOT is seeking public feedback on a proposed $3.5 million roundabout project at Van Wert Decatur Road and U.S. 224 that aims to improve safety and reduce serious crashes in Van Wert County. Read moreODOT seeks public feedback on proposed Van Wert County roundabout
Mercer County Sheriff Doug Timmerman reports his office is investigating a suicide attempt by an inmate in the adult detention center. Read moreMercer County Sheriff investigating inmate suicide attempt at detention center
An Allen County grand jury has indicted a man on charges for a 2022 murder. Read moreAllen County grand jury indicts Lima man in 2022 homicide case
A Lima man has been arrested as part of a drug bust on North Charles Street. Read moreLima man arrested after Monday drug search
Here is this week's wanted list from the Lima/Allen-Putnam County Crime Stoppers program. Read moreLima/Allen-Putnam County Crime Stoppers Wanted Persons of the Week - June 15, 2026
UPDATE 6/9: Jason Smith is now in custody. Read moreLima/Allen-Putnam County Crime Stoppers Wanted Persons of the Week - June 8, 2026
Three people were arrested and booked into the Mercer County Jail after detectives executing a search warrant at a Coldwater residence allegedly found suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. Read moreSuspected Methamphetamine seized during Mercer County investigation
A Lima man has pleaded not guilty after being indicted on murder and other charges related to the April death of a St. Marys resident. Read moreGrand jury indicts Lima man in April homicide investigation
