Parties face challenges in attracting candidates for tough races
The Lucas County Republican Party and the Wood County Democratic Party have something in common — neither one can field a full slate of candidates for the 2024 countrywide offices.
The Lucas County Republican Party and the Wood County Democratic Party have something in common — neither one can field a full slate of candidates for the 2024 countrywide offices.
PASADENA, Calif. — I can look past a lot of history when it comes to Michigan’s odds against Alabama in the Rose Bowl.
ANCHORAGE, Alaska — After lithium-ion batteries burned in a large cargo ship's hold for a number of days, the U.S. Coast Guard said late Saturday that the fire was out and directed the ship to anchor near Dutch Harbor, Alaska.
Paloma De La Fuente knows she has a tough campaign ahead, taking on state Sen. Theresa Gavarone for the District 2 seat.
Few could have predicted that one of the most derided sartorial mainstays of the 1980s — a decade that has never quite enjoyed the style resurgence of the eras that bookended it — would be a multibillion-dollar industry in its own right by the end of the 2020s. Yet it appears that leggings are, in fact, having the last laugh.
Cale Yarborough, considered one of NASCAR's all-time greatest drivers and the first to win three consecutive Cup titles, died Sunday. He was 84.
What a year it’s been for foodies — from iconic food festivals to the most fascinating food trends, there’s been something tasty for everyone. Here’s a look at some of the most flavorful highlights of 2023.
Christmas is over, but giving season for non-profits is just starting to peak.
From birds to body ink, Toledo’s vibrant art scene continues to cause a stir. Over the past year, area artists and institutions have continued to push boundaries, foster growth, and, most importantly, create a variety of exciting and thoughtful new work to show off in the area. Here’s a look at 2023’s biggest moments in art.
BEIRUT — The U.S. military said Sunday that its forces opened fire on Houthi rebels after they attacked a cargo ship in the Red Sea, killing several of them in an escalation of the maritime conflict linked to the war in Gaza.
Blade photographers showcase their favorite images from 2023.
Toledo’s religious communities saw many changing faces and changing spaces in 2023 as leaders cycled in and out of their positions, houses of worship adapted to a continuing worldwide decline in organized religion, and denominations reckoned with controversy and transition.
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CAREY, Ohio – Two freeway rest areas along U.S. 23 in Wyandot County will close next week for reconstruction expected to last about a year, the Ohio Department of Transportation said.
The Toledo area saw a topsy-turvy year where nearly all key strides in economic and safety areas also faced setbacks.
Bob Lynn, a local advocate for working people, will present Political Musings for 2024, discussing his perspective on the upcoming political environment, at the First Thursday discussion series at Monroe Street United Methodist Church.
The special day that Andrea Clair and Richard Michalkiewicz have chosen for themselves is one that happens only once per century.
As Jim Witt watched a tornado whip past his Lake Township home in June, 2010, he was mildly worried about the path and possible damage it could do to Lake High School.
FAREWELL to 2023. Toledo area folks were generous this year. More than $4.1 million was raised from fund-raisers that were reported in my columns. That doesn't include the campaigns and outright donations and oodles of volunteers who donated their time. Some fund-raisers were during the holidays.
When part of a daily routine includes running behind schedule, it may be time for a change.
The year slouches to an end, no one mourning its passing, none among us hesitating to turn the calendar page.
Sen. John Fetterman surprised political junkies the other day by announcing, “I’m not a progressive.”