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Planning for new Lucas County jail on hold until at least 2025, county commissioner says
TOLEDO, Ohio — The site for the new Lucas County jail in downtown Toledo is ready for construction, according to Lucas County Commissioner Pete Gerken. The new building will be built at the 1819 Canton St. site, Gerken confirmed, but officials are in no rush to get it done at a high cost.
Charter change to allow Toledo mayor to run for 3rd term headed to elections board
Toledo City Council at a special meeting Wednesday voted to submit to the Lucas County Board of Elections a petition for a proposed charter amendment that would change consecutive term limits for the mayor’s office from two to three terms upon voter approval in the November general election. Dozens of Toledo firefighters opposed to Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz getting a crack at running for a third term attended the meeting. Toledo Firefighters Local 92, the union representing Toledo’s rank-and-file firefighters, has not had a contract since March. City officials, on Aug. 15, requested the parties enter mediation. In an Aug.16 letter to union members, union president Matt Tabb said the union would oppose the mayor for re-election. “Local 92 intends to defeat him at the ballot box and the bargaining table,” the letter states.
Oregon police officer receives award for her impact in the classroom
OREGON, Ohio — An Oregon police officer has received national recognition for her impact in local classrooms. Making a difference in the community, Sara Shaw has been a school resource officer at Oregon schools for 15 years. It's a job she began after becoming a mother. "I was finding...
New program transitions local students to the workforce
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Finding the right path can be a challenge for recent high school graduates. That’s why one local non-profit is starting a program to help transition them into the workforce by partnering with companies in our area to see what might be the right fit for them.
Police identify girl who told police she was kidnapped and brought to Flint
UPDATE: Police say they confirmed this young girl’s identity and there is now no reason to believe that she had been in the Detroit area recently. “We are currently contacting her parents who live in Flint and CPS is still involved in the process. We are removing her picture from this post,” Flint police said.
Lawsuit: Detroit hotel manager raped employee
DETROIT (FOX 2) - A new lawsuit filed by an ex-employee of the Detroit Marriott hotel at the Renaissance Center claims the woman was sexually assaulted by her manager. The individual behind the alleged attack has since been arrested and charged with criminal sexual conduct. But according to the victim's...
Plymouth’s Penn Theatre wins dispute with city over property tax exemptions
Historic Penn Theatre will remain open after winning a long battle with the city of Plymouth over property tax exemptions. Penn Theatre announced on Facebook that it received property a tax exemption after a 32 month-long fight with the City of Plymouth. The dispute was settled when the Michigan Tax...
Detroit Tigers can't find clutch hit in 3-0 loss to Angels as winning streak ends
The winning streak has ended for the Detroit Tigers. The Tigers were on the verge of their longest winning streak since July 2021, but they failed to build upon their six-game streak, losing 3-0 to the Los Angeles Angels in Thursday's finale of the three-game series at Comerica Park. ...
Lions GM says former first-round pick needed 'to grow up'
The biggest reason the Lions have been successful recently is that their draft picks are living up to and sometimes exceed expectations. However, that can't be said for all of Detroit's selections. Wide receiver Jameson Williams, the team's first-round pick (No. 12) in 2022, has disappointed in his first two years in the NFL, during which he registered just 25 catches for 395 yards and three touchdowns in 18 games.Part of Williams' lack of success is due to injuries and a four-game suspension for gambling, but general manager Brad Holmes believes the 23-year-old just needed to grow up."I'm sure you guys...
Tigers' Mason Englert: Optioned to Triple-A
The Tigers optioned Englert to Triple-A Toledo on Thursday, Evan Woodbery of MLive.comreports. Englert tossed two scoreless frames as the Tigers' opener in Wednesday's win over the Angels but now finds himself back in the minors. He's clearing out to make room on the roster for Will Vest's return from paternity leave.
Saline River Chronicle Changing Name to Saline River News Mid-September
I’m excited to announce that Saline River Chronicle is officially changing its name to Saline River News. This change is being made to simplify and shorten the web address, as well as better reflect our status as a new-media outlet. In addition to the name change, we will be...
Cars at the Station Coming to Michigan Central, RADwood Detroit in Hart Plaza
Hagerty, an automotive enthusiast brand in Traverse City, has announced, in partnership with Michigan Central, Newlab, and the City of Detroit, an all-new community event ‘Cars at the Station’ to […] The post Cars at the Station Coming to Michigan Central, RADwood Detroit in Hart Plaza appeared first on DBusiness Magazine.
Milan Area Schools Give Bus Drivers an Increase in Wages
Milan Area Schools Give Bus Drivers an Increase in Wages. Milan Area Schools has a new contract with its bus drivers and transportation employees for the 2024-2025 school year. On Aug. 28, the Milan Board of Education met and approved the master agreement with the Milan Area Schools Transportation Association....
Rihanna's Savage X Fenty store to open in downtown Detroit on Friday
Michigan’s first Savage X Fenty store will open Friday in downtown Detroit. The lingerie brand, founded by the singer and global superstar Rihanna, will host a grand opening event at the store Friday beginning at 10 a.m., according to a post by Bedrock Detroit on the social media site X. Not an R9...
Wide receivers Detroit Lions should target on waivers, in free agency
The Detroit Lions cut their roster down to 53 players on Tuesday, but the team is still in need of help at the wide receiver position. Here's a look at six players the Lions could target, either in free agency or on waivers.
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