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
A fire at a Wapakoneta home late Sunday claimed the lives of two people inside. Firefighters were called to 409 Park Street, just south of downtown, at 10:13 p.m., for a report of a structure fire with three people possibly trapped inside. Read moreUPDATE: Names have been released of the men who died in Wapakoneta house fire
Two people are confirmed dead after a semitrailer and several vehicles were involved in a crash just after 8 p.m. on Interstate 75. Read moreUPDATE: Two dead in multi-vehicle crash on I-75 near Cridersville
The Ohio EPA visited the West Central Ohio Safety Council to explain environmental regulations and promote a free program that helps small businesses stay in compliance with hazardous waste and air pollution rules. Read moreOhio EPA shares compliance resources with small businesses at WCO Safety Council Meeting
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
Here are some of the programs and events being offered by the Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District for the month of March! Read moreMarch 2026 programs and events with Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District
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
Multiple housing projects in Lima were discussed at Monday’s City Council meeting, with councilors approving the rezoning of one city block. Read moreLima City Council approves rezoning for senior housing, reviews additional multifamily projects
The Allen Soil and Water Conservation District is encouraging residents to pick up trash in yards and gutters to prevent pollution from reaching local waterways. The district hopes families, groups, and individuals will join the Adopt-A-Roadway program to help keep Allen County clean. Read moreSpring cleaning efforts target litter and waterway pollution
The Lima Rotary Club is presenting a dozen scholarships to deserving non-traditional students, supporting adults who are returning to school to advance their careers or pursue degrees in fields they enjoy. Read moreRotary Scholarships open doors for Allen County adults returning to school
You drive past them every day, but have you ever wondered why local streets are named what they are? Local history enthusiast Grant Sullivan decided to find out.. Read moreFrom Jameson to Cable: Discovering the history of Lima’s streets
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
The Ohio EPA visited the West Central Ohio Safety Council to explain environmental regulations and promote a free program that helps small businesses stay in compliance with hazardous waste and air pollution rules. Read moreOhio EPA shares compliance resources with small businesses at WCO Safety Council Meeting
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
Multiple housing projects in Lima were discussed at Monday’s City Council meeting, with councilors approving the rezoning of one city block. Read moreLima City Council approves rezoning for senior housing, reviews additional multifamily projects
New federal tax changes involving overtime deductions, senior credits and tips could lead to larger refunds for some taxpayers this filing season. Read moreTax preparers highlight new deductions ahead of filing deadline
Gov. Mike DeWine is set to deliver his final State of the State address Tuesday, where he is expected to highlight major initiatives and push lawmakers to continue several programs. Read moreDeWine to deliver final State of the State address Tuesday
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
