Friday’s strong winds caused widespread power outages across the region. Read moreStrong winds cause widespread power outages across northwest Ohio
The truck driver charged in a deadly crash that killed a Lima father and son appeared in court today. Read moreTruck driver pleads not guilty in I-75 crash that killed Lima father and son
People of Lima and Allen county voiced their concerns about a drafter air permit for generators at a data center project. Read moreLima residents voice health concerns over proposed data center generators at Ohio EPA meeting
Severe thunderstorms caused widespread damage across parts of Shelby County Wednesday morning. Read moreStorms cause damage, overturn semi trucks in Shelby County
Several fire departments responded to a house fire outside of Columbus Grove Wednesday morning. Read moreMulti-alarm fire damages home in Putnam County
A Florida semi driver is facing multiple charges in Lima Municipal Court after a February 28 crash on Interstate 75 that killed a father and his 11-year-old son and seriously injured another driver. Read moreFlorida semi driver charged in fatal I-75 crash that killed father and son
A man charged in the 2022 killing of Timothy Hovanec in Auglaize County has pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of conspiracy to commit aggravated murder. Read moreMan pleads guilty to charges from 2022 Auglaize County murder case
An electrical issue could be to blame for a house fire on the south side of Lima. Read moreElectrical dryer issue suspected in South Lima house fire
A Kenton man and his dog died in an early-morning apartment fire at Scioto Village Apartments, with the Ohio State Fire Marshal investigating the cause. Read moreKenton man and dog die in apartment fire Saturday morning
FINDLAY, Ohio (WLIO) -Â The Findlay police department says a hostage situation ended peacefully Thursday morning in the city. Sonny Flogga, 22, surrendered after about … Read moreMan arrested after Findlay apartment hostage standoff
Damaging winds caused multiple problems with power lines, including several poles snapping in half. Read moreStrong winds snap power poles, destroy railroad gates on Sugar Street in Lima
Fierce winds moving south into Auglaize County caused damage to buildings in Wapakoneta. Read moreHigh winds damage roof from Auglaize County Courthouse, Wapakoneta YMCA
Ohioans are encouraged to make sure they are ready to go for whenever the next storm strikes. Read moreOhioans urged to make sure they're storm-prepared ahead of Severe Weather Awareness Week
The National Weather Service in Wilmington has confirmed three tornadoes from Wednesday morning. Read moreNational Weather Service confirms three tornados from Wednesday morning
The Ohio State Highway Patrol says troopers will be out in full force through the weekend and into Tuesday for the St. Patrick's Day holiday. Read moreOhio State Highway Patrol increases road presence for St. Patrick’s Day holiday
Friday’s strong winds caused widespread power outages across the region. Read moreStrong winds cause widespread power outages across northwest Ohio
Multiple semi trucks overturned Friday across northwest Ohio, including crashes on U.S. 30 and I-75 near Bluffton and Wapakoneta, with minor injuries reported. Read moreHigh winds overturn multiple semis across region
Police and fire fighters were on the scene after the heavy gusts of wind tore off part of a roof on a building in Delphos. Read moreStrong winds tear off roof to Delphos apartment building
Big election season is on its way, and with that comes the responsibility to register to vote. The deadline to register for the May 5th primary is April 6th. Read moreOhio voter registration deadline approaches for May 5th Primary Election
Future Buckeyes getting together at Ohio State Lima on Friday to mark another item off their educational to-do list. Read moreFuture Buckeyes attend Carmen and Commitment event at Ohio State Lima
Damaging winds caused multiple problems with power lines, including several poles snapping in half. Read moreStrong winds snap power poles, destroy railroad gates on Sugar Street in Lima
Fierce winds moving south into Auglaize County caused damage to buildings in Wapakoneta. Read moreHigh winds damage roof from Auglaize County Courthouse, Wapakoneta YMCA
Ohioans are encouraged to make sure they are ready to go for whenever the next storm strikes. Read moreOhioans urged to make sure they're storm-prepared ahead of Severe Weather Awareness Week
The National Weather Service in Wilmington has confirmed three tornadoes from Wednesday morning. Read moreNational Weather Service confirms three tornados from Wednesday morning
The Ohio State Highway Patrol says troopers will be out in full force through the weekend and into Tuesday for the St. Patrick's Day holiday. Read moreOhio State Highway Patrol increases road presence for St. Patrick’s Day holiday
Multiple semi trucks overturned Friday across northwest Ohio, including crashes on U.S. 30 and I-75 near Bluffton and Wapakoneta, with minor injuries reported. Read moreHigh winds overturn multiple semis across region
A New York man was arrested in Mercer County after police say he attempted to access local bank accounts using stolen identities, with investigators warning additional suspects and charges may be possible. Read moreNew York Man arrested in Mercer County for alleged identity fraud scheme
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 - March 9, 2026
A Hancock County man has been charged for allegedly harassing and threatening two men and their families over several months. Read moreFindlay man charged with stalking, false information for allegedly harassing multiple people
A Florida semi driver is facing multiple charges in Lima Municipal Court after a February 28 crash on Interstate 75 that killed a father and his 11-year-old son and seriously injured another driver. Read moreFlorida semi driver charged in fatal I-75 crash that killed father and son
A man charged in the 2022 killing of Timothy Hovanec in Auglaize County has pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of conspiracy to commit aggravated murder. Read moreMan pleads guilty to charges from 2022 Auglaize County murder case
A Lima man was sentenced to 16 to 21 years in prison after pleading guilty to aggravated robbery and felonious assault in connection with an October 2025 shooting that police say began as a drug deal. Read moreLima man sentenced to 16–21 years in 2025 shooting
