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🌱 TPD Investigating 16-Year-Old Homicide Victim + Ottawa Hills Fire
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Hello, everybody! I'm back with your fresh edition of the Toledo Daily. Here's all the community news you need to know right now, including...
- Anthony Krug-Overton, 16, was found shot to death in a home on the 3200 block of Downing Avenue around 10 PM Wednesday.
- Toledo Fire and Rescue responded to a house fire in Ottawa Hills on the 3500 block of Edgevale Road Thursday night.
- The Toledo Arts Commissions "Young Artists at Work" aims to reduce youth violence as it enters its 29th year.
But first, today's weather:
Breezy; some afternoon snow. High: 34 Low: 26.
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Here are the top five stories in Toledo today:
- Anthony Krug-Overton, 16, was found shot to death in a home on the 3200 block of Downing Avenue around 10 PM Wednesday. Toledo Police are investigating the crime as a homicide and anyone with information is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at (419) 255-1111. (WTVG)
- Toledo Fire and Rescue responded to a house fire in Ottawa Hills in the 3500 block of Edgevale Road Thursday night. After the interior collapsed, TFRD crews had to evacuate the home. (WTVG)
- Several private EMS companies throughout Ohio have closed after experiencing financial hardships thanks to reported inadequate Medicaid reimbursement. Local company Superior Ambulance Service has remained in business despite Ohio reimbursing at far lower rates than neighboring states. (WNWO)
- The Toledo Arts Commissions "Young Artists at Work" program aims to reduce youth violence as it enters its 29th year. Creative Manager David Ross says it's important to engage youth with their community and applications are open through March 17. (WTOL)
- Toledo City Council members clashed with other city officials during a budget review session on Thursday. Councilperson Katie Moline questioned "the budget's structural deficit" which relies on federal funds to balance millions of dollars. (WTOL)
Today in Toledo:
- 'Peter and the Starcatcher' at the Rep by Toledo School for the Arts (7:00 PM)
- Escape the Schoolhouse at Wildwood Preserve (7:30 PM)
- YWCA Northwest Ohio Racial Justice January Lunch and Learn (11:30 AM)
- The Monthly (Glass City Improv) - Valentine Theatre Studio A (8:30 PM)
- Mindfulness Mementos - Lagrange Branch Library (3:30 PM)
From my notebook:
- Jerry Webb, Jr., 43, died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound after a standoff with Sandusky Police Tuesday. (WTVG)
- 'Yvette Reyes: An Anthology' is now open at the Sofia Quintero Art and Cultural Center. (WNWO NBC 24)
- Kids can get free dental care at select Toledo area locations in February. (WNWO NBC 24)
- The Zepf Center offers mental health resources and treatment along with a Crisis Care Helpline at 419-904-2273. (WTVG)
- A settlement between Columbia Gas of Ohio and the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio will result in a monthly bill increase for residential customers and allow a total increase of $68.19 million annually. (WTVG)
You're all caught up for today. I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow with your next update!
— Brad King
About me: I have been a lifelong Northwest Ohio native and University of Toledo grad (Go Rockets!). I'm old enough to remember when the Mud Hens were still playing in Maumee. The Glass City has seen some amazing revitalization and I am so excited to share every update with you!
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