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
A 20-year-old Continental woman was killed Friday afternoon after her vehicle pulled into the path of a pickup truck at a Paulding County intersection, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Read moreContinental woman killed in two-vehicle crash in Paulding County
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
20 years after the incident happened, a man will be facing murder charges for the death of his son in Putnam County. Read moreTrial date scheduled in long-running Putnam County child death case
A former Van Wert mail carrier has changed his plea on a federal charge for burning undelivered mail. Read moreFormer Van Wert mail carrier pleads guilty to burning undelivered mail
A Deshler pastor has been arrested on charges involving minors. Read moreLead pastor of Deshler church facing sexual battery and grooming charges
A Hardin County man was arrested following a high speed chase that started in Lima Wednesday morning. Read moreUPDATE: Hardin County man charged after leading officers on multicounty chase
Friends, family and community members gathered at the Wapa Theater to celebrate the hometown premiere of Botkins native Jack Kennedy’s first feature film, “You Are Here.” Read moreBotkins native premieres feature film at Wapa Theater
The West Ohio Food Bank is seeking additional volunteers during the summer months as participation typically declines due to vacations and school breaks. Officials say volunteers can serve for as little as an hour and will be matched with opportunities that fit their schedules and interests. Read moreWest Ohio Food Bank calls for help as volunteer numbers drop during summer
Construction and demolition work are underway at the Lima Public Library as part of a project focused on improving accessibility and visitor amenities. Despite the ongoing work and a temporary entrance relocation, library officials say services remain available during normal business hours. Read moreLima Public Library construction continues while services remain open
ArtSpace/Lima is marking Juneteenth with a free poetry presentation by Allen County Poet Laureate Laurin Wolf and a new art exhibition featuring works by Missouri artist Lisa Bartlett. Both events are free and open to the public and aim to celebrate Black culture, history and artistic expression. Read moreArtSpace/Lima announces poetry program, art exhibit for Juneteenth celebration
LIMA, Ohio (WLIO) - Several local high school students received scholarships on Wednesday at Lima Memorial Hospital that they will use to pursue careers in the medical field. Read moreLima Memorial awards scholarships to students pursuing medical careers
Murphy Tractor & Equipment has broken ground on a new multimillion-dollar dealership in Lima, a project local leaders say reflects continued economic growth along the Interstate 75 corridor. Read moreMurphy Tractor investing millions in new facility along Commerce Parkway
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
Members of the Lima Noon Sertoma Club and the Lima Kiwanis Club heard from representatives from the Wilson football factory in Ada. Read moreWilson showcases football innovation at Lima service club meeting
UNOH students are getting a firsthand look at careers in rally racing through a partnership with the American Rally Association. Read moreRally Day gives UNOH students motorsports opportunities
Friends, family and community members gathered at the Wapa Theater to celebrate the hometown premiere of Botkins native Jack Kennedy’s first feature film, “You Are Here.” Read moreBotkins native premieres feature film at Wapa Theater
LIMA, Ohio (WLIO) - Several local high school students received scholarships on Wednesday at Lima Memorial Hospital that they will use to pursue careers in the medical field. Read moreLima Memorial awards scholarships to students pursuing medical careers
Murphy Tractor & Equipment has broken ground on a new multimillion-dollar dealership in Lima, a project local leaders say reflects continued economic growth along the Interstate 75 corridor. Read moreMurphy Tractor investing millions in new facility along Commerce Parkway
Members of the Lima Noon Sertoma Club and the Lima Kiwanis Club heard from representatives from the Wilson football factory in Ada. Read moreWilson showcases football innovation at Lima service club meeting
UNOH students are getting a firsthand look at careers in rally racing through a partnership with the American Rally Association. Read moreRally Day gives UNOH students motorsports opportunities
The local police department is giving kids the opportunity to learn important life skills through the Delphos Safety City summer program. Read moreDelphos Safety City partners with local police department
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
20 years after the incident happened, a man will be facing murder charges for the death of his son in Putnam County. Read moreTrial date scheduled in long-running Putnam County child death case
A former Van Wert mail carrier has changed his plea on a federal charge for burning undelivered mail. Read moreFormer Van Wert mail carrier pleads guilty to burning undelivered mail
An Ohio-based smoke bomb designer and importer, and two other companies have agreed to pay more than $4 million to the United States for costs and damages from the El Dorado Fire of 2020. Read moreThree companies to pay more than $4 million to settle lawsuit stemming from gender reveal that caused wildfire
