Investigators say the home invasion death of 34-year-old James Safadi in Waterville was not a random act of violence. They believe the local business owner was targeted.More>>
While the most intense of the severe weather will be in the Great Plains and Mississippi Valley, it is possible that we could see some severe thunderstorms, as early as Monday night, especially west of the Toledo metro area.More>>
Saturday, May 18 2013 9:25 PM EDT2013-05-19 01:25:59 GMT
UNIONDALE, N.Y. (AP) - A wanted man with a criminal history dating back nearly 15 years was identified by police Saturday as the masked home invader involved in the death of a Hofstra University studentMore >>
A wanted man with a criminal history dating back nearly 15 years was identified by police Saturday as the masked home invader involved in the death of a Hofstra University student early Friday morning.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 8:52 PM EDT2013-05-19 00:52:10 GMT
DETROIT (AP) - A tiny insect is threatening Michigan's fruit and vegetable crops. The brown marmorated stink bug's presence in Michigan has growers and agriculture experts concerned because there areMore >>
A tiny insect is threatening Michigan's fruit and vegetable crops. The brown marmorated stink bug's presence in Michigan has growers and agriculture experts concerned.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 8:42 PM EDT2013-05-19 00:42:53 GMT
CLEVELAND (AP) - Some of the Amish sentenced in beard-cutting attacks on fellow Amish in Ohio are upset with federal prison education requirements. The U.S. Bureau of Prisons has required some to studyMore >>
Some of the Amish sentenced in beard-cutting attacks on fellow Amish in Ohio are upset with federal prison education requirements.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 7:12 PM EDT2013-05-18 23:12:26 GMT
DECATUR TOWNSHIP, Mich. (AP) - Sheriff's deputies arrested a southwestern Michigan man after finding him driving a farm tractor on a county road while drunk. The Van Buren County sheriff's office saysMore >>
Sheriff's deputies arrested a southwestern Michigan man after finding him driving a farm tractor on a county road while drunk.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 7:07 PM EDT2013-05-18 23:07:17 GMT
LOS ANGELES (AP) - A look at key moments this past week in the wrongful death trial in Los Angeles between Michael Jackson's mother, Katherine Jackson, and concert giant AEG Live LLC, and what is expectedMore >>
Michael Jackson's mother wants a jury to determine that the promoter of Jackson's planned comeback concerts didn't properly investigate Dr. Conrad Murray.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 7:01 PM EDT2013-05-18 23:01:27 GMT
ATLANTA (AP) - A metro Atlanta woman who lost both hands, her left leg and right foot after contracting a flesh-eating disease has been fitted with bionic hands. Andy Copeland told the Associated PressMore >>
metro Atlanta woman who lost both hands, her left leg and right foot after contracting a flesh-eating disease has been fitted with bionic hands.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 6:45 PM EDT2013-05-18 22:45:41 GMT
Nearly 100 Antique automobiles were on display Saturday in Archbold at the annual antique car gathering at Sauder Village.Car collectors showcased their vintage vehicles and talked about these unique cars.VistorsMore >>
Nearly 100 Antique automobiles were on display Saturday in Archbold at the annual antique car gathering at Sauder Village.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 6:37 PM EDT2013-05-18 22:37:55 GMT
Students at Lourdes University received their diplomas Saturday at a graduation ceremony.Sister Mary Soro-Siak and Owens-Illinois CEO Albert Stroucken received honorary doctoral degrees.Strouken also deliveredMore >>
Students at Lourdes University received their diplomas Saturday at a graduation ceremony.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 5:22 PM EDT2013-05-18 21:22:38 GMT
Firefighters are investigating just what caused a garage fire in Springfield Township on Saturday.The fire broke out in the 700 block of Hammersmith Circle. No one was injured and the fire was containedMore >>
Firefighters are investigating just what caused a garage fire in Springfield Township on Saturday.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 5:09 PM EDT2013-05-18 21:09:49 GMT
Neighbors in Waterville are shocked and afraid after a deadly home invasion early Saturday morning.34-year-old James Safadi was shot in his Waterville Township home and three suspects are still on theMore >>
Neighbors in Waterville are shocked and afraid after a deadly home invasion early Saturday morning.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 5:08 PM EDT2013-05-18 21:08:01 GMT
BOSTON (AP) - Federal prosecutors say they'll ask for more time to indict Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev.Prosecutors said Friday they will not indict Tsranaev within the 30-day periodMore >>
Federal prosecutors say they'll ask for more time to indict Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 4:52 PM EDT2013-05-18 20:52:45 GMT
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio (AP) - The State Highway Patrol says nearly 20 vehicles crashed in a pileup on Interstate 70 in western Ohio, closing a portion of the highway's eastbound lanes for about four hours. AMore >>
The State Highway Patrol says nearly 20 vehicles crashed in a pileup on Interstate 70 in western Ohio, closing a portion of the highway's eastbound lanes for about four hours.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 4:36 PM EDT2013-05-18 20:36:23 GMT
The Milan Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle crash on the Turnpike near the 88 milepost in Rice Township.The crash happened around 10:30 Saturday morning when a CadillacMore >>
The Milan Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle crash on the Turnpike near the 88 milepost in Rice Township.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 3:53 PM EDT2013-05-18 19:53:01 GMT
CLEVELAND (AP) - Cleveland has landed another Hollywood film shoot and it could mean delays for motorists. The city warned drivers to be aware of staggered street closings beginning Saturday through JuneMore >>
Cleveland has landed another Hollywood film shoot and it could mean delays for motorists.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 3:44 PM EDT2013-05-18 19:44:12 GMT
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (AP) - It's a big day in northeast Ohio for a hometown guy who made it big in Hollywood. Actor Ed O'Neill of TV's "Modern Family" will receive an honorary Doctor of Arts degree at Saturday'sMore >>
Actor Ed O'Neill of TV's "Modern Family" will receive an honorary Doctor of Arts degree at Saturday's spring commencement at Youngstown State University.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 3:40 PM EDT2013-05-18 19:40:29 GMT
MOSCOW (AP) - Wrestling's governing body hopes rule changes designed to make matches more exciting and easier to understand will get the sport back in the Olympics. The federation, known by the acronymMore >>
Wrestling's governing body hopes rule changes designed to make matches more exciting and easier to understand will get the sport back in the Olympics.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 3:28 PM EDT2013-05-18 19:28:55 GMT
An overnight fire destroyed a vacant church early Saturday.Crews responded to a blaze near the 400 block of Pulaski and Hamilton to find flames shooting out of the sides of the church. They attempted fightMore >>
An overnight fire destroyed a vacant church early Saturday near the 400 block of Pulaski and Hamilton.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 3:18 PM EDT2013-05-18 19:18:45 GMT
With its ranks deeply divided, the Boy Scouts of America is asking its local leaders from across the country to decide whether its contentious membership policy should be overhauled so that openly gayMore >>
The Boy Scouts of America is asking its local leaders from across the country to decide whether its contentious membership policy should be overhauled so that openly gay boys can participate in Scout units.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 2:47 PM EDT2013-05-18 18:47:01 GMT
Leaders at Lucas County Children Services say the need for foster and adoptive parents across the region is great. The agency is responding to community demand by adding more information and trainingMore >>
Lucas County Children's Services say they need more foster and adoptive parents and they're offering a class for those interested in making a difference in the life of a child.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 2:31 PM EDT2013-05-18 18:31:56 GMT
A Waterville man is in the hospital this morning after an early morning home invasion. Lucas County Sheriff's deputies got the call of an home invasion in the 8900 block of S. River Road in WatervilleMore >>
34-year-old James Safadi of Waterville Township is dead being shot during a home invasion early Saturday morning. More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 9:29 AM EDT2013-05-18 13:29:54 GMT
Up to this point, 2013 has been one of the calmest severe weather seasons on record. However, a slow moving strong storm system is moving through the central parts of the country this weekend. That stormMore >>
A severe weather outbreak is expected to bring tornadoes, wind and hail in the plains this weekend.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 11:12 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:12:55 GMT
$600 million dollars is up for grabs in Saturday's big Powerball drawing. It's the highest Powerball jackpot in U.S. history, and most expect it'll get even bigger by Saturday night.More >>
$600 million dollars is up for grabs in Saturday's big Powerball drawing. It's the highest Powerball jackpot in U.S. history, and most expect it'll get even bigger by Saturday night.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 11:06 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:06:39 GMT
The woman charged with shaking and injuring her infant son was back in court Friday, and angry protestors were there to greet her. Residents gathered outside the Wood County Common Pleas Court wearingMore >>
The woman charged with shaking and injuring her infant son was back in court Friday, and angry protestors were there to greet her.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 8:37 PM EDT2013-05-18 00:37:34 GMT
In workplaces across the nation, Americans are inviting their colleagues to chip in $2 for a Powerball ticket and a shared daydream. The office lottery pool is a way to improve your odds and have a littleMore >>
In workplaces across the nation, Americans are inviting their colleagues to chip in $2 for a Powerball ticket and a shared daydream. The office lottery pool is a way to improve your odds and have a little fun with co-workers.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 8:35 PM EDT2013-05-18 00:35:27 GMT
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - A proposed constitutional amendment to legalize medical marijuana in Ohio has cleared an initial step to get before voters. Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine certified a summaryMore >>
A proposed constitutional amendment to legalize medical marijuana in Ohio has cleared an initial step to get before voters.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 6:36 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:36:58 GMT
An Adrian man, who appeared in federal court wearing a wig and women's clothing, is charged with having hundreds of pictures of child pornography. The case has many asking: Where were the pictures taken,More >>
An Adrian man who appeared in federal court wearing a wig and women's clothing, is charged with having hundreds of pictures of child pornography. The case has many asking: Were any local children put at risk?More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 6:08 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:08:13 GMT
A huge milestone at the Toledo Assembly Complex. The current Wrangler plant opened in 2006 and on Friday, the one millionth Jeep Wrangler JK rolled off the line. There were a lot of smiles, but workersMore >>
A huge milestone at the Toledo Assembly Complex. The current Wrangler plant opened in 2006 and on Friday, the one millionth Jeep Wrangler JK rolled off the line.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 6:06 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:06:53 GMT
An 11 week old baby was stabbed to death in Sandusky Thursday night. Police say the suspect is the newborn's 19-year-old cousin. The community is in shock. Residents say they're sick to their stomachsMore >>
An 11-week-old baby was stabbed to death in Sandusky Thursday night. Sandusky Police say the suspect is the newborn's 19-year-old cousin Denzel Castile.More >>
Sports memorabilia is a multi-billion dollar industry in the US, and, where there is big money, there are scammers. 13abc's Investigative Reporter Shaun Hegarty explains you should always do your research before buying a piece of history.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 5:14 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:14:50 GMT
An Ottawa County Judge has decided to reinstate Terry Camp Kruse Drivers license. She is the repeat DUI offender who killed 14 year old Ronnie Miller in 1993. Kruse served a 10-year prison sentence forMore >>
An Ottawa County judge reinstated the driver's license for Terry Camp Kruse. She is a repeat DUI offender who admitted to hitting and killing a 14-year-old while driving drunk in 1993.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 9:52 PM EDT2013-05-19 01:52:31 GMT
LEXINGTON, Mich. (AP) - Carol Connell remembers well the gift she gave Sara Ylen, a friend seemingly forced to bear too much misery. Ylen, a Michigan mother of two young boys, said she was battling cancerMore >>
A Michigan mom who claimed to be battling cancer and a rape survior is being accused of fraud and her community is reeling. More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 8:52 PM EDT2013-05-19 00:52:10 GMT
DETROIT (AP) - A tiny insect is threatening Michigan's fruit and vegetable crops. The brown marmorated stink bug's presence in Michigan has growers and agriculture experts concerned because there areMore >>
A tiny insect is threatening Michigan's fruit and vegetable crops. The brown marmorated stink bug's presence in Michigan has growers and agriculture experts concerned.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 8:42 PM EDT2013-05-19 00:42:53 GMT
CLEVELAND (AP) - Some of the Amish sentenced in beard-cutting attacks on fellow Amish in Ohio are upset with federal prison education requirements. The U.S. Bureau of Prisons has required some to studyMore >>
Some of the Amish sentenced in beard-cutting attacks on fellow Amish in Ohio are upset with federal prison education requirements.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 7:12 PM EDT2013-05-18 23:12:26 GMT
DECATUR TOWNSHIP, Mich. (AP) - Sheriff's deputies arrested a southwestern Michigan man after finding him driving a farm tractor on a county road while drunk. The Van Buren County sheriff's office saysMore >>
Sheriff's deputies arrested a southwestern Michigan man after finding him driving a farm tractor on a county road while drunk.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 7:01 PM EDT2013-05-18 23:01:27 GMT
ATLANTA (AP) - A metro Atlanta woman who lost both hands, her left leg and right foot after contracting a flesh-eating disease has been fitted with bionic hands. Andy Copeland told the Associated PressMore >>
metro Atlanta woman who lost both hands, her left leg and right foot after contracting a flesh-eating disease has been fitted with bionic hands.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 9:25 PM EDT2013-05-19 01:25:59 GMT
UNIONDALE, N.Y. (AP) - A wanted man with a criminal history dating back nearly 15 years was identified by police Saturday as the masked home invader involved in the death of a Hofstra University studentMore >>
A wanted man with a criminal history dating back nearly 15 years was identified by police Saturday as the masked home invader involved in the death of a Hofstra University student early Friday morning.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 9:11 PM EDT2013-05-19 01:11:00 GMT
DAMASCUS, Va. (AP) - Witnesses in southwestern Virginia say a car has driven into a crowd at a festival parade. Several people appeared to be hurt, but the nature of their injuries wasn't immediatelyMore >>
An elderly driver plowed into dozens of hikers marching in a Saturday parade in a small Virginia mountain town.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 5:08 PM EDT2013-05-18 21:08:01 GMT
BOSTON (AP) - Federal prosecutors say they'll ask for more time to indict Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev.Prosecutors said Friday they will not indict Tsranaev within the 30-day periodMore >>
Federal prosecutors say they'll ask for more time to indict Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 3:40 PM EDT2013-05-18 19:40:29 GMT
MOSCOW (AP) - Wrestling's governing body hopes rule changes designed to make matches more exciting and easier to understand will get the sport back in the Olympics. The federation, known by the acronymMore >>
Wrestling's governing body hopes rule changes designed to make matches more exciting and easier to understand will get the sport back in the Olympics.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 3:18 PM EDT2013-05-18 19:18:45 GMT
With its ranks deeply divided, the Boy Scouts of America is asking its local leaders from across the country to decide whether its contentious membership policy should be overhauled so that openly gayMore >>
The Boy Scouts of America is asking its local leaders from across the country to decide whether its contentious membership policy should be overhauled so that openly gay boys can participate in Scout units.More >>
From damaged floors to pest problems, find out which places didn't make the grade. Watch Restaurant Report Card every Thursday at 11pm with 13abc's Tony Geftos.More >>
A judge reinstated the license of a woman who was locked up for killing a boy while driving drunk (she had to be violation-free for 15 yrs). The boy's family says her prison time can't count. Agree?
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Saturday, May 18 2013 10:50 PM EDT2013-05-19 02:50:34 GMT
Three suspects are still on the loose after an-early morning home invasion and murder in Waterville Township and investigators say the death of 34-year-old James Safadi was not a random act of violence.More >>
Investigators say the home invasion death of 34-year-old James Safadi in Waterville was not a random act of violence. They believe the local business owner was targeted.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 9:01 PM EDT2013-05-19 01:01:59 GMT
A team that played football for years has reunited to pay tribute to their coach who died from ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease.It was the fifth year for the Dave Calabrese Football Blitz, butMore >>
It was the fifth year for the Dave Calabrese Football Blitz, but the first without Calabrese, who died just days ago after a battle with ALS.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 7:57 PM EDT2013-05-18 23:57:12 GMT
While the most intense of the severe weather will be in the Great Plains and Mississippi Valley, it is possible that we could see some severe thunderstorms, as early as Monday night, especially west of the Toledo metro area.More >>
While the most intense of the severe weather will be in the Great Plains and Mississippi Valley, it is possible that we could see some severe thunderstorms, as early as Monday night, especially west of the Toledo metro area.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 6:45 PM EDT2013-05-18 22:45:41 GMT
Nearly 100 Antique automobiles were on display Saturday in Archbold at the annual antique car gathering at Sauder Village.Car collectors showcased their vintage vehicles and talked about these unique cars.VistorsMore >>
Nearly 100 Antique automobiles were on display Saturday in Archbold at the annual antique car gathering at Sauder Village.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 6:37 PM EDT2013-05-18 22:37:55 GMT
Students at Lourdes University received their diplomas Saturday at a graduation ceremony.Sister Mary Soro-Siak and Owens-Illinois CEO Albert Stroucken received honorary doctoral degrees.Strouken also deliveredMore >>
Students at Lourdes University received their diplomas Saturday at a graduation ceremony.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 6:24 PM EDT2013-05-18 22:24:10 GMT
A Toledo man is accused of animal cruelty after he hit his pit bull with 2 by 4.Police say Donnie Britton was trying to break up a fight between two dogs by hitting them with a board. Both dogs were injuredMore >>
A Toledo man is accused of animal cruelty after he hit his pit bull with 2 by 4.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 5:54 PM EDT2013-05-18 21:54:20 GMT
Verizon Wireless customers have been experiencing voice and data issues throughout the day on Saturday in Ohio.Customers in the Sandusky, Akron and Canton areas have seen an increased in dropped callsMore >>
Verizon Wireless customers have been experiencing voice and data issues throughout the day on Saturday in Ohio.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 5:22 PM EDT2013-05-18 21:22:38 GMT
Firefighters are investigating just what caused a garage fire in Springfield Township on Saturday.The fire broke out in the 700 block of Hammersmith Circle. No one was injured and the fire was containedMore >>
Firefighters are investigating just what caused a garage fire in Springfield Township on Saturday.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 5:09 PM EDT2013-05-18 21:09:49 GMT
Neighbors in Waterville are shocked and afraid after a deadly home invasion early Saturday morning.34-year-old James Safadi was shot in his Waterville Township home and three suspects are still on theMore >>
Neighbors in Waterville are shocked and afraid after a deadly home invasion early Saturday morning.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 4:36 PM EDT2013-05-18 20:36:23 GMT
The Milan Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle crash on the Turnpike near the 88 milepost in Rice Township.The crash happened around 10:30 Saturday morning when a CadillacMore >>
The Milan Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle crash on the Turnpike near the 88 milepost in Rice Township.More >>
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