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In this weekly podcast we chat with individuals who work to improve the quality of life in our community of Northwest Ohio. We often delve into history, culture and heritage. Follow us on multiple sites including Amazon Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. You can also tune in at The Toledo Free Press and through the Stream 419 app. New episodes drop on Friday.
Local News
- Northwest Ohio Launches “Time Travelers Passport” to Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday
- Metroparks, Mercy Health Prescribe Nature to Nurture Your Wellbeing
- The Ability Center partners with First Tee to launch All Access Golf, an Adaptive Sports Initiative
- BBB warns about tax frauds
- COVID-19 Remains A Real Threat
- Toledo Ranks in the Top 10 for New Business Investment by Site Selection Magazine
- Warning from Toledo’s 2014 water crisis goes unheeded
ABC News
ABC News: US
- Fire breaks out on Brooklyn Bridge during New York's fireworks show
- Pastor freed from prison in China weeks after Trump requested his release
- A timeline of Charlie Kirk's assassination and the arrest of Tyler Robinson
- Prosecutors to lay out their case against the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk
- 150 people from 50 countries become US citizens at Mount Vernon on America's 250th birthday
- Prosecutors argue the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk should stand trial
- Female American rower completes record-breaking solo journey
- Maine couple spots a bear chasing a moose calf and helps it escape
- Chess federation suspends former world champion who accused Naroditsky of cheating
- 3 dead and others rescued after boat capsizes on Wisconsin lake amid storms
New York Times
The Daily
- The Most American Episode of The Daily, Ever. July 5, 2026In celebration of the United States of America’s 250th birthday, we posed a simple question to some of our favorite critics, columnists and editors across the New York Times newsroom, people who write about books, movies, TV shows, science, sports, wellness and food. We asked: What’s the most American thing on your beat? On today’s […]
- 250 Years Later, Why We’re Still Fighting About Our Founding July 3, 2026Two hundred and fifty years ago, the founding fathers gave rise to a new nation. They also gave rise to an enduring myth about their virtue and what that meant about America’s virtue as a country. Jia Lynn Yang, a New York Times journalist, discusses how the founding myth has evolved, why we are still […]
- The Fallout of Massive Earthquakes for Venezuela — and the U.S. July 2, 2026The rare doublet earthquake in Venezuela was one of the most powerful tectonic events to strike the country in the past century, and the death toll was virtually certain to rise as rescuers began to reach hard-hit areas and remote hillside towns. Carlos Prieto, a producer on “The Daily,” speaks to Venezuelans about how they’ve […]
- Why Americans Will Get Less Help Paying for College July 1, 2026As the cost of higher education has soared in recent decades, universities have attracted more scrutiny about the value of a four-year degree. Now, the Trump administration is taking those questions to the next level with a set of policies that scales back the federal government’s student loan program. Ron Lieber, who writes about personal […]
- The Supreme Court Expands Presidential Power. Again. June 30, 2026The Supreme Court on Monday delivered one of the biggest changes in decades to how the federal government works when it ruled that President Trump could fire independent government regulators. Then, it announced an exception to its own ruling. Ann E. Marimow, who covers the Supreme Court for The New York Times, explains what the […]
- Why Everyone Cares About This World Cup June 29, 2026Two weeks into the World Cup soccer tournament, it has already broken records. It has had its highest attendance ever, and generated the most goals scored in history. But one of the biggest stories of the tournament is happening off the field as a wave of international visitors encounter America, and Americans encounter them. Tariq […]
- The Last 12 Weeks June 28, 2026In 1992, David Wood became El Paso’s most notorious convicted serial killer. He has been on death row ever since. More than 30 years later, his lawyers have just a few months to argue his innocence and stop his execution. This is the first episode of a new five-part series from Serial Productions called “The […]
- Robby Hoffman Will Always Feel Poor, No Matter How Rich She Gets June 27, 2026The comedian and actor says class and the way she grew up inform everything about the way she lives now. Thoughts? Email us at theinterview@nytimes.com Watch our show on YouTube: youtube.com/@TheInterviewPodcast For transcripts and more, visit: nytimes.com/theinterview Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast […]
- Supreme Court Delivers Big Wins for Trump’s Immigration Agenda June 26, 2026The Supreme Court delivered big wins for President Trump’s immigration agenda on Thursday. Two polarized decisions closed off another path to seek legal status in the United States and potentially set the stage for hundreds of thousands of people to be deported. Hamed Aleaziz, who covers immigration policy for The New York Times, explains how […]
- Mayor Mamdani Flexes His Power in the Midterms June 25, 2026On Tuesday, a blowout in the New York primaries cemented Mayor Zohran Mamdani as a local kingmaker. All of his chosen candidates won, and their victories pointed to a growing movement within the Democratic Party. Nicholas Fandos, who covers New York politics for The New York Times, explains whether their victories will help Democrats in […]
NBC News
NBC News Top Stories
- Chinese air conditioners are in hot demand in Europe as heat wave sends temperatures soaring July 5, 2026BEIJING — Trade tensions between China and Europe are heating up, even as Europeans turn to China for help cooling down.
- Chinese air conditioners are in hot demand in Europe as heat wave sends temperatures soaring July 5, 2026BEIJING — Trade tensions between China and Europe are heating up, even as Europeans turn to China for help cooling down.
- Eight people shot in Coney Island, including four children, NYPD says July 5, 2026At least eight people, including four children, were shot late Saturday night in Brooklyn’s Coney Island, leaving one woman in critical condition.
- Eight people shot in Coney Island, including four children, NYPD says July 5, 2026At least eight people, including four children, were shot late Saturday night in Brooklyn’s Coney Island, leaving one woman in critical condition.
- Romário confía en Ancelotti y compara al Brasil actual con su generación July 5, 2026El legendario Romário habló sobre el momento que vive la Selección de Brasil, respaldó el proyecto encabezado por Carlo Ancelotti y comparó al equipo actual con la generación campeona de la que formó parte, destacando varias similitudes.
- Trump uses America’s 250 speech to honor military heroes and also push political agendas July 5, 2026President Trump concluded the semiquincentennial celebration by reflecting on the nation's history, honoring veterans and pushing his political agenda during his address at the Salute to America event. NBC News’ Ryan Nobles reports on key points from the president's speech.
- Trump touts SAVE America Act during Salute to America 250 speech July 5, 2026President Trump highlighted the potential approval of the SAVE America Act during his Salute to America 250 speech, stating his goal to require photo identification to vote and limit the use of mail-in ballots.
- Alfaro tras quedar fuera frente a Francia: "Si no era por ese penal, no nos marcaban la diferencia" July 5, 2026El DT destacó el esfuerzo de Paraguay, apuntó que los europeos festejaron como lo hicieron porque el partido les costó, y adelantó que necesita hablar con su familia antes de confirmar si continúa al frente de la selección guaraní.
- Jordan Henderson: “No hay nada más grande que jugar contra México en este estadio” July 5, 2026En la rueda de prensa previa al México vs Inglaterra por los octavos de final de la Copa Mundial, el técnico Thomas Tuchel y el mediocampista Jordan Henderson aseguraron que los ingleses están listos para este reto, en un partido que será histórico.
- FBI seized more than 600 drones near World Cup events July 5, 2026The FBI says it has seized more than 600 drones near FIFA World Cup sites after authorities determined the devices violated restricted airspace since the tournament began on June 11.
Sky News
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- Chinese pastor freed after Donald Trump raised issue of his release with Xi Jinping July 5, 2026A Chinese pastor has been released from jail after Donald Trump intervened to get him freed, in what his family have described as a "miracle".
- Major Ukrainian drone attack on Russia strikes St Petersburg oil terminal July 4, 2026Ukrainian drones have struck an oil terminal and port in St Petersburg and the surrounding region, Russian and Ukrainian officials say.
- Thousands gather for funeral of Iran's assassinated supreme leader July 4, 2026A days-long funeral is under way in Tehran for Iran's former supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
- 'We should not look like kids and clowns': F1 stars criticise Lego car parade July 3, 2026Formula One's decision to put drivers in Lego cars for Sunday's British Grand Prix parade lap has been criticised by top drivers.
- Two men jailed for stabbing TV presenter on street July 3, 2026Two men have been jailed over the stabbing of a TV presenter in a case that exposed the use of criminal "proxies" in the UK by the Iranian government.
- Woman wanted over Monaco bombing 'that targeted Ukrainian tycoon' is named July 3, 2026Interpol has named a woman who is wanted over a bombing in Monaco which reportedly targeted a Ukrainian tycoon with links to Russia.