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🌱 TPS Searching For 19-Year-Old DV Suspect + Lucas Co. Lead Paint
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Hello and happy Friday. I'm back in your inbox this morning with all the most important things happening in Toledo today. Today you'll find news about these stories and more...
- Bystander captures video showing Toledo Police punch a man several times during an arrest.
- Toledo Police are searching for 19-year-old domestic violence suspect Julian Carter.
- Groups advocating for Lucas County kids exposed to lead paint.
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Sun and areas of high clouds. High: 59 Low: 35.
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Here are the top stories in Toledo today:
- David Partin uploaded a video appearing to show several Toledo Police Officers punching a man during an arrest at Navarre Ave. and Rayner in East Toledo. (WTOL)
- The City of Toledo Department of Transportation is initiating "Vision Zero," which aims to reduce pedestrian traffic deaths. Vulnerable populations such as the elderly, the disabled, and those unable to afford a car are at the highest risk of traffic fatalities. (WTVG)
- Toledo Police are still searching for 19-year-old Julian Carter, who is accused of domestic violence by the mother of his children. Carter reportedly assaulted the victim in the Greenbelt Apartments in North Toledo before calling the police himself and threatening to shoot any officers entering the apartment. (WTOL)
- Political action committee Forward Toledo is advocating to change the city's charter to allow for additional mayoral terms, utilize funds to improve streets, and reducing petition signature requirements. Forward Toledo has received funding from several businesses, some of which are already contracting with the City of Toledo. (WTVG)
- Statistically, 11% of Lucas County children under 6 reside in a home where lead paint was likely used. Toledo mother Betty Cantley and the Ohio Lead Free Kids Coalition are advocating for "education, awareness, and prevention" to remedy the issue. (WNWO NBC 24)
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Today in Toledo:
- Racial Justice October Lunch and Learn Webinar - YWCA Northwest Ohio (11:30 AM)
- Art & Archives Hour: Gallery 1 - The Toledo Museum of Art (3:00 PM)
- Teen Lemonade Lounge - Point Place Branch Library (4:00 PM)
- Pumpkins and Pals - Lagrange Branch Library (4:00 PM)
- Fall Friday Workshop Night - The Toledo Museum of Art (5:30 PM)
From my notebook:
- See the latest pets up for adoption in the Toledo area! (Toledo Patch)
- Bonita Bead Boutique can help you find your look. (WNWO NBC 24)
- Local culinary students are sharpening their skills at the Cherry Street Mission. (WTVG)
- Toledo Museum of Art uses artwork as inspiration for yarn collection. (WTOL)
Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday. I'll see you soon!
— 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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