The Lima Police Department is preparing to launch its Drone First Responder program after installing two drone pods that integrate with the department's CAD system. The technology will provide officers and dispatchers with live aerial video during emergency calls, helping improve situational awareness and response times. Read moreNew drone pods give Lima Police real-time aerial view of emergencies
A person was hospitalized after a semi rolled over Monday afternoon on U.S. 30 near Wapak Road in American Township, and the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating the cause. Read moreSemi rollover on U.S. 30 sends one to hospital in Allen County
Putnam County's new EMS station is on schedule and expected to be completed this fall. Read morePutnam County's new EMS addition on track for fall completion
The Emergency Management Agency and the Putnam County Sheriff's Office will begin using a new emergency warning system next week. Read morePutnam County to launch new emergency alert system next week
The Allen County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help identifying additional people involved in a targeted shooting at the Meijer store on Elida Road as investigators continue searching for 18-year-old Dezzmin Cobb. Read moreInvestigators ask for tips on alleged shooter and additional people involved in Meijer shooting
The Ohio Department of Health is urging people to take extra precautions when handling fresh fruits and vegetables this summer. Read moreHealth officials urge handwashing and thorough produce washing amid cyclospora spike
The Ohio State Highway Patrol reported 18 traffic deaths in 18 fatal crashes during the July Fourth holiday period while issuing thousands of citations and removing hundreds of impaired drivers from the state's roadways. Read moreHighway patrol reports 18 traffic fatalities in Ohio during July Fourth holiday weekend
Recent heat has helped corn and soybean crops grow across west-central Ohio, but Allen County OSU Extension officials say continued rainfall will be essential as crops reach critical stages of development while wheat harvest begins. Read moreRainfall key as corn and soybean crops enter critical growth stage
A 37-year-old Wapakoneta man died after a dirt bike crash Friday morning. Read moreWapakoneta man dies after dirt bike crash
The Allen County Emergency Management Agency is reminding people to avoid leaving your child or dog unattended in your car over the summer, as temperatures can reach a dangerous level in mere moments. Read moreEMA warns hot cars can become deadly in minutes during summer heat
A Kettering man is raising awareness about autism one mile at a time through a 300-mile round-trip bicycle ride across western Ohio. Read moreBicycle journey aims to show what's possible for people on the autism spectrum
Wapakoneta's Summer Moon Festival officially lifted off Tuesday night with a special kickoff event. Read moreWapakoneta Summer Moon Festival kicks off with downtown celebration
A two-vehicle crash in Allen County on Tuesday afternoon left a Lima woman with life-threatening injuries, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Read moreLima woman seriously injured in Allen County two-vehicle crash
The "Made for the Stage" Youth Workshop is helping 36 area students develop their storytelling and theater skills through hands-on instruction from professional artists. The workshop will conclude with a free public performance of original student-written plays on Friday, July 24, at Encore Theatre. Read moreYouth theatre workshop gives students a chance to bring original plays to life
The Allen County Regional Transit Authority is nearing completion of a two-year garage expansion that nearly doubles its maintenance space and adds several new features to improve bus service operations. During construction, crews also uncovered 16 burials from Lima's historic Tanner Street Cemetery, including remains that could possibly belong to Revolutionary War soldier Pvt. Elijah Stites. Read moreAllen County RTA nears completion of major garage expansion
The Lima Police Department is preparing to launch its Drone First Responder program after installing two drone pods that integrate with the department's CAD system. The technology will provide officers and dispatchers with live aerial video during emergency calls, helping improve situational awareness and response times. Read moreNew drone pods give Lima Police real-time aerial view of emergencies
The Our Lady of Fatima shrine at Indian Lake is finishing up reconstruction after being destroyed in 2024, and is set to reopen in August. Read moreOur Lady of Fatima shrine set for completion in August
Lima City Council approved a towing contract for nuisance vehicles as Third Ward Councilman Jesse Lowe II called for additional code enforcement resources to address neglected properties. Read moreLima councilman urges residents to maintain properties as city strengthens nuisance enforcement
The Ohio Department of Transportation has launched its "Read the Road" campaign to encourage drivers to safely share the road and help reduce pedestrian and bicycle crashes across the state. Read moreODOT launches 'Read the Road' campaign to improve pedestrian and bicycle safety
Lima City Council approved resolutions to begin towing nuisance vehicles that violate city code and to address increased costs for the city's nearly completed $5 million floating solar project at Twin Lakes Reservoir. Read moreLima to begin towing nuisance vehicles after City Council approves contract
A Kettering man is raising awareness about autism one mile at a time through a 300-mile round-trip bicycle ride across western Ohio. Read moreBicycle journey aims to show what's possible for people on the autism spectrum
Wapakoneta's Summer Moon Festival officially lifted off Tuesday night with a special kickoff event. Read moreWapakoneta Summer Moon Festival kicks off with downtown celebration
A two-vehicle crash in Allen County on Tuesday afternoon left a Lima woman with life-threatening injuries, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Read moreLima woman seriously injured in Allen County two-vehicle crash
The "Made for the Stage" Youth Workshop is helping 36 area students develop their storytelling and theater skills through hands-on instruction from professional artists. The workshop will conclude with a free public performance of original student-written plays on Friday, July 24, at Encore Theatre. Read moreYouth theatre workshop gives students a chance to bring original plays to life
The Allen County Regional Transit Authority is nearing completion of a two-year garage expansion that nearly doubles its maintenance space and adds several new features to improve bus service operations. During construction, crews also uncovered 16 burials from Lima's historic Tanner Street … Read moreAllen County RTA nears completion of major garage expansion
The Our Lady of Fatima shrine at Indian Lake is finishing up reconstruction after being destroyed in 2024, and is set to reopen in August. Read moreOur Lady of Fatima shrine set for completion in August
A Convoy man is being held without bond after the FBI arrested him on a federal charge alleging the receipt and distribution of child pornography. Read moreConvoy man arrested on federal child pornography charge
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 - July 6, 2026
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 - June 29, 2026
The Allen County Sheriff's Office releasing more details on the incident at the Meijer Store on Elida Road Monday afternoon. Read moreUPDATE: Allen County Sheriff's Office releases name of suspect in shots fired incident at Meijer
A juvenile is in custody after a shooting Thursday morning in Findlay. Read moreJuvenile facing multiple charges after Findlay shooting
A 31-year-old Lima man was sentenced to 26 years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple child pornography-related charges in Allen County Common Pleas Court. Read moreLima man sentenced to 26 years on child pornography charges
