Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of July.
Good morning, Toledo.
The Bauman family will display its historic Jeep collection (including a military ambulance, M715 pickup truck and mechanical mule) at Toledo Jeep Fest next weekend at Glass City Center.
Residents near the corner of Manhattan Boulevard and Elm Street in North Toledo report that a trash pile has grown unaddressed over three months despite repeated calls for help.
Neighbors hope city services will soon clear the buildup.
Local teens graduated from the RE-TREE Toledo Urban Forestry Teen Tree Training Program, where they learned how urban forestry supports neighborhood health (their skills will boost future local green efforts).
The University of Toledo hosted Campus Crawl today and drew more than 550 prospective students and 1,200 guests to explore academic activities, interactive booths, and food trucks on Centennial Mall.
University representatives engaged visitors to experience student life firsthand.
On Thursday, dozens of fish were found dead at a local park and city Environmental Services experts (testing the water) are working to determine the cause.
Environmental specialists tested water quality at Sleepy Hollow Park on Thursday after crews found many dead fish along the pond.
They suspect elevated water temperatures and low dissolved oxygen are to blame.
State authorities began investigating potential regulation violations after fertilizer leaked from Farmers Elevator Associates’ tanks in Henry County on July 21, killing nearly 25,000 fish along an 11-mile stretch of the Maumee River; tests confirmed the public water supply was not affected.
Dr. Jian-Ting Zhang and Dr. Yong (Kevin) Jiang of UToledo’s Northwest Ohio Cancer Research Institute discussed their National Cancer Institute-supported research into triple-negative breast cancer on July 30.
Their study aims to find new answers when cancer drugs stop working.
On July 30, 2026, UToledo Health transplant surgeon Dr. Michael Rees explained how kidney donation chains trigger multiple transplant surgeries, offering new hope for patients in need.
Aging Untold Extra will livestream today at 10:30 a.m. on 13 Action News with hosts Sashem Brey and Christina Williams sharing expert advice on scams targeting older Americans and hospital delirium while featuring Canada’s oldest resident discussing her secret to a long life.
Nine people were evaluated for minor symptoms after reports of a chemical odor at 9 a.m. on July 20 in the area north of Pickle Road to York Street between Lallendorf Road and Coy Road; tests show no safety hazard and agencies are investigating its source.
Toledo health officials report the nation is facing its largest cyclosporiasis outbreak to date as investigators work to identify the contamination source while urging residents to wash produce and monitor for symptoms.
Sunset Cruise on the Glass City Pearl
8-11 p.m. — J&M Cruise Lines - The Sandpiper and The Glass City Pearl — BYOB encouraged — Enjoy magical sunset views over Lake Erie aboard the Glass City Pearl.
Hens & Hounds Baseball Game
7:05-8:05 p.m. — Fifth Third Field — Dog tickets required — Enjoy a night of baseball and bring your furry friend for a special giveaway.
Karaoke Night
8 p.m. — Georgjz419 Food, Fun, & Spirits — No cover — Sing your heart out with DJ Ang at this lively karaoke event.
Air Margaritaville
7-10 p.m. — Centennial Terrace & Quarry — $20 at the door — A fun evening for Parrotheads with live music and a vibrant atmosphere.
Karaoke Night with DJ Ang
8 p.m. — Georgjz419 Food, Fun, & Spirits — No Cover — Show off your singing skills on Karaoke Night with fun vibes and open kitchen.
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