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) - 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
Allen County Job and Family Services said an investigation found Owsley claimed she was living in Lima when she was actually living in Edon and was not eligible for the benefits. Read moreEdon woman avoids jail time after guilty plea in Allen County SNAP benefits case
The identity of the person killed last week in a rural Van Wert County house fire has been released. Read moreVan Wert County man killed in house fire identified
Demolition of the former Auglaize Acres building in Wapakoneta is set to begin in the coming weeks, clearing the way for a potential new senior living center funded in part by state Brownfield grants. Read moreDemolition to begin in a few weeks on former Auglaize Acres building in Wapakoneta
The Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal has announced the recipients of the 2026 Equipment Grant and Training Reimbursement Grant. Read moreOhio State Fire Marshal announces recipients of 2026 Equipment and Training Reimbursement Grants
ALLEN COUNTY, Ohio (WLIO) - The Allen County Bomb Squad called to Findlay earlier Wednesday afternoon, after a suspicious device was discovered. Read moreBomb-like device found in Findlay turns out to be harmless
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
Families at Freedom Elementary participated in board game night. Read moreFreedom Elementary hosts family board game night
“Satin Strings” played their concert music for residents at Luther Pines Senior Community. Read moreLima Senior orchestra performs for residents at Luther Pines
Students took part in classroom sessions on budgeting, credit and debit cards, and the steps involved in buying a home. Read moreArea high school seniors learn basics of homeownership
The Allen County Historical Society’s March Living History Lounge focused on the county’s early hospital and medical care history, led by board member Herb Lauer. Attendees learned about diseases faced by early settlers and Fort Amanda’s role as the first medical facility in the area. Read moreAllen County Historical Society explores medical history at Living History Lounge
Lima Mayor Sharetta Smith will host the 2026 State of the City Address on April 2 at Lima Senior High School with a new interactive format. The event will focus on community dialogue about housing, small business growth and infrastructure investments under the city’s “Better Together” theme. Read moreLima residents invited to join conversation at State of the City address
The Allen County Republican Party will host its annual Lincoln-Reagan Dinner on April 3 at the UNOH Event Center, featuring U.S. Sen. Bernie Moreno as the keynote speaker. The event will also celebrate America’s upcoming 250th anniversary, with attendees receiving a commemorative pin. Read moreAllen County GOP announces speaker for 2026 Lincoln-Reagan Dinner
With housing costs a concern, the City of Lima hosted a workshop to educate the public, as well as give grants to those in need. Read moreLima hosts workshop to help first-time homebuyers access down payment assistance
The Ohio Department of Commerce Division of State Fire Marshal has announced the recipients of the 2026 Equipment Grant and Training Reimbursement Grant. Read moreOhio State Fire Marshal announces recipients of 2026 Equipment and Training Reimbursement Grants
ALLEN COUNTY, Ohio (WLIO) - The Allen County Bomb Squad called to Findlay earlier Wednesday afternoon, after a suspicious device was discovered. Read moreBomb-like device found in Findlay turns out to be harmless
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
Families at Freedom Elementary participated in board game night. Read moreFreedom Elementary hosts family board game night
“Satin Strings” played their concert music for residents at Luther Pines Senior Community. Read moreLima Senior orchestra performs for residents at Luther Pines
Students took part in classroom sessions on budgeting, credit and debit cards, and the steps involved in buying a home. Read moreArea high school seniors learn basics of homeownership
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
Two people are in custody after a drug bust in Findlay early Thursday morning. Read moreTwo arrested, meth discovered in Findlay drug bust
