While an exciting weekend is on the way with the super bowl, it is still important to pay attention on the roads. The fatal crash report of 2025 highlighted 13 fatal crashes as well as over 3 thousand non-fatal crashes. Read moreAllen County fatal crash report reveals 13 deadly crashes
Lima Mayor Sharetta Smith making a statement at her weekly media briefing regarding the increased chatter around an ICE presence in the city. Read moreLima Mayor Sharetta Smith addresses rumors of ICE agents in the city
An Elida man was sentenced to four and a half years in prison and lost his driver’s license for 50 years after causing a deadly crash in Auglaize County where alcohol was suspected. Read moreElida man sentenced to prison in fatal Auglaize County crash
A downtown Ada building caught fire on Monday, triggering the response from multiple local fire departments. Read moreUPDATE: Heavy fire engulfs Downtown Ada restaurant, apartments; residents displaced
Governor Mike DeWine has postponed the execution of Cleveland Jackson, a Lima man convicted of a 2002 double homicide, until June 2029 due to ongoing issues with lethal injection drug availability. Read moreCleveland Jackson’s execution pushed back to 2029
A man was arrested by the Allen County SWAT team after an hours-long standoff stemming from an alleged domestic violence incident involving firearms in American Township. Read moreAllen County SWAT arrests man after domestic violence standoff
Two Allen County residents have pleaded guilty in federal court to child pornography and exploitation charges and are scheduled to be sentenced in April. Read moreAllen County pair plead guilty to federal child pornography charges
A Lima man has been sentenced to 13 years in prison after shooting at his ex-girlfriend and later refusing to surrender during a lengthy Fourth of July police standoff. Read moreLima man sentenced to 13 years in prison for July 4 shooting, police standoff
Juan Fuentes has been sentenced to 12 to 16 years in prison for a 2022 attack on his ex-girlfriend. Read moreLima man sentenced in 2022 stabbing case
Lima and Allen County are being well represented this week at the U.S. Conference of Mayors in Washington, D.C. Read moreLima, Allen County highlight opioid recovery efforts at U.S. Conference of Mayors
While an exciting weekend is on the way with the super bowl, it is still important to pay attention on the roads. The fatal crash report of 2025 highlighted 13 fatal crashes as well as over 3 thousand non-fatal crashes. Read moreAllen County fatal crash report reveals 13 deadly crashes
Black History Month can be a time to share many perspectives, and at the peace and reconciliation center in Lima, a speaker was there to share his story. Read morePeace and Reconciliation Center hosts Black History Month Speaker
With OMEA’s solo and ensemble competition this Saturday, many Lima students are polishing up their work for their performance. Lima Senior, however, hosts something a little different from the other schools. Read moreLima Senior hosts pre-OMEA recital
Ohio State Lima students had the opportunity to explore campus clubs during the spring Student Involvement Fair. Read moreOhio State Lima students explore campus clubs at Spring Involvement Fair
Twelve area juniors and seniors were selected by their peers and school administrators for their leadership, good citizenship and volunteer work. Read moreLima Noon Optimist Club honors students for leadership, service
A Spencerville man is running for Allen County commissioner. Read moreSpencerville’s Lew Modic announces bid for Allen County Commissioner
Lima Mayor Sharetta Smith making a statement at her weekly media briefing regarding the increased chatter around an ICE presence in the city. Read moreLima Mayor Sharetta Smith addresses rumors of ICE agents in the city
Significant changes are taking place for the SNAP program, previously known as Food Stamps. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as "SNAP", has updated their requirements to be eligible for the benefits. Read moreNew SNAP eligibility rules increase work requirements for Ohio recipients
February is National Heart Month, and the American Heart Association is encouraging people to recognize the symptoms of heart disease and take action. Read moreLima Women Have Heart event to highlight heart disease awareness
Mercy Health St. Rita’s is once again encouraging the community to get moving while learning more about their health through its monthly “Walk With a Doc” program. Read moreMercy Health St. Rita’s to host heart health Walk With a Doc on Valentine’s Day
Black History Month can be a time to share many perspectives, and at the peace and reconciliation center in Lima, a speaker was there to share his story. Read morePeace and Reconciliation Center hosts Black History Month Speaker
With OMEA’s solo and ensemble competition this Saturday, many Lima students are polishing up their work for their performance. Lima Senior, however, hosts something a little different from the other schools. Read moreLima Senior hosts pre-OMEA recital
Ohio State Lima students had the opportunity to explore campus clubs during the spring Student Involvement Fair. Read moreOhio State Lima students explore campus clubs at Spring Involvement Fair
Twelve area juniors and seniors were selected by their peers and school administrators for their leadership, good citizenship and volunteer work. Read moreLima Noon Optimist Club honors students for leadership, service
A Spencerville man is running for Allen County commissioner. Read moreSpencerville’s Lew Modic announces bid for Allen County Commissioner
Significant changes are taking place for the SNAP program, previously known as Food Stamps. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as "SNAP", has updated their requirements to be eligible for the benefits. Read moreNew SNAP eligibility rules increase work requirements for Ohio recipients
A high speed chase down I-75 from Findlay to Lima kept law enforcement moving Tuesday night. Read moreLima man leads law enforcement on multi-county chase
An Elida man was sentenced to four and a half years in prison and lost his driver’s license for 50 years after causing a deadly crash in Auglaize County where alcohol was suspected. Read moreElida man sentenced to prison in fatal Auglaize County crash
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 - February 3, 2026
Governor Mike DeWine has postponed the execution of Cleveland Jackson, a Lima man convicted of a 2002 double homicide, until June 2029 due to ongoing issues with lethal injection drug availability. Read moreCleveland Jackson’s execution pushed back to 2029
A man was arrested by the Allen County SWAT team after an hours-long standoff stemming from an alleged domestic violence incident involving firearms in American Township. Read moreAllen County SWAT arrests man after domestic violence standoff
Two Allen County residents have pleaded guilty in federal court to child pornography and exploitation charges and are scheduled to be sentenced in April. Read moreAllen County pair plead guilty to federal child pornography charges
