Lima officials are detailing a proposed safety improvement project for Cable Road after crash data showed a high rate of accidents and injuries along the corridor. The plan has sparked debate among residents and businesses, with the city encouraging the public to review project details online. Read moreLima officials detail Cable Road project amid community concerns
It has been revealed that Google is the company behind a massive data center project in the Lima area. Read moreGoogle revealed as company behind $500 million data center project in Lima area
A building located on the corner of Brice Avenue and Metcalf Street has partially collapsed. Read moreStrong winds cause partial building collapse at Brice Avenue and Metcalf Street in Lima
A Chicago man was taken into custody after leading Ohio State Highway Patrol on a high-speed, multi-county chase on I-75 Saturday afternoon and was hospitalized for suicidal behavior. Read moreChicago man arrested after high-speed chase through three Ohio counties
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
Allen Oakwood Correctional Institution held its first Staff Wellness Symposium to connect employees and their families with resources aimed at improving mental, financial and emotional well-being. Read moreAllen Oakwood Correctional Institution hosts first Staff Wellness Symposium
The Lima YMCA and the University of Northwestern Ohio’s “Bean City Bots” high school robotics team are putting the finishing touches on their robot ahead of competition. Read moreLima ‘Bean City Bots’ ready robot for FIRST Robotics Competition Buckeye Regional
The Auglaize County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a jury duty scam circulating throughout the county. Read moreAuglaize County Sheriff warns of jury duty scam targeting residents
Auglaize County commissioners talking about and taking the first steps toward roof repairs at the Auglaize County courthouse following last Friday's windstorm. Read moreAuglaize County officials take first steps to repair courthouse roof after windstorm
St. Patrick's Day may have fallen on a weekday this year, but that did not stop people in Lima from celebrating. Read moreLima celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with food, drinks and family fun
A Lima family is continuing a St. Patrick’s Day tradition of serving meals to those in need at Our Daily Bread soup kitchen. Now in its fourth year, the effort reflects their commitment to giving back and sharing the holiday with the community. Read moreLima family marks Saint Patrick’s Day by serving others
The Lima Kiwanis Club is celebrating Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month by highlighting its Aktion Club, which provides adults with developmental disabilities opportunities to serve their community. Members participate in local volunteer efforts while building connections and a sense of belonging. Read moreLima Kiwanis Club program helps adults with disabilities give back to community
Lima officials are detailing a proposed safety improvement project for Cable Road after crash data showed a high rate of accidents and injuries along the corridor. The plan has sparked debate among residents and businesses, with the city encouraging the public to review project details online. Read moreLima officials detail Cable Road project amid community concerns
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose issued today the seventh election security directive of his administration, reinforcing physical and cybersecurity protections for Ohio’s critical elections infrastructure and warning that foreign cyber threats require constant vigilance. Read moreSecretary LaRose issues seventh election security directive to strengthen cyber defenses
The City of Lima is seeking to reopen a consent decree reached with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the U.S. Department of Justice and the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency following a settlement under the Clean Water Act in 2014. Read moreLima officials look to renegotiate Clean Water Act consent decree with EPA
Allen Oakwood Correctional Institution held its first Staff Wellness Symposium to connect employees and their families with resources aimed at improving mental, financial and emotional well-being. Read moreAllen Oakwood Correctional Institution hosts first Staff Wellness Symposium
The Lima YMCA and the University of Northwestern Ohio’s “Bean City Bots” high school robotics team are putting the finishing touches on their robot ahead of competition. Read moreLima ‘Bean City Bots’ ready robot for FIRST Robotics Competition Buckeye Regional
The Auglaize County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a jury duty scam circulating throughout the county. Read moreAuglaize County Sheriff warns of jury duty scam targeting residents
Auglaize County commissioners talking about and taking the first steps toward roof repairs at the Auglaize County courthouse following last Friday's windstorm. Read moreAuglaize County officials take first steps to repair courthouse roof after windstorm
St. Patrick's Day may have fallen on a weekday this year, but that did not stop people in Lima from celebrating. Read moreLima celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with food, drinks and family fun
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose issued today the seventh election security directive of his administration, reinforcing physical and cybersecurity protections for Ohio’s critical elections infrastructure and warning that foreign cyber threats require constant vigilance. Read moreSecretary LaRose issues seventh election security directive to strengthen cyber defenses
A Chicago man was taken into custody after leading Ohio State Highway Patrol on a high-speed, multi-county chase on I-75 Saturday afternoon and was hospitalized for suicidal behavior. Read moreChicago man arrested after high-speed chase through three Ohio counties
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
