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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
- Bat with rabies confirmed in Lucas County
- Metroparks, Mercy Health Prescribe Nature to Nurture Your Wellbeing
- 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
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ABC News: US
- Newsom signs California law banning sales of single-use, battery-powered vapes
- Man on death row for decades released on bail after DNA tests show no match to him
- MLB considers Grand Teton National Park for baseball game site, prompting concern
- Alito steps aside in a major climate case after scrutiny over oil stock holdings
- Denmark, at UN, says Greenland pact benefits all parties involved
- In a relatively mild speech, North Korea uses UN platform to lament 'mutual distrust' and tension
- Tennessee is set to execute a woman for the first time in 200 years
- Residents near Maui wildfires show elevated metals linked to impacted lung health, study says
- Giggle for God: America’s witty church signs aim to inspire, attract passersby
- Man gets 6 years for taking explosives to church hosting annual Red Mass for justices
New York Times
The Daily
- He Was Deported to a Country He’d Never Heard Of September 28, 2026In its efforts to deport as many undocumented immigrants as possible, the Trump administration has increasingly relied on a highly controversial strategy: deporting people to countries they have no connection to.Last week, a federal court ruled the practice to be illegal because it violated people’s right to due process. The administration challenged that ruling, and […]
- The Best TV Shows of the 21st Century September 27, 2026The turn of the century was the beginning of a new era in television: prestige TV for the masses. Today, television is where big stars and innovative creators go to marshal sizable budgets and tell meaningful stories.Over recent months, our colleagues at The New York Times ran a survey, asking industry insiders — on-screen talent, […]
- Sylvester Stallone Hid His Struggles for Decades. Now He’s Coming Clean. September 26, 2026The legendary actor on his disturbing childhood, his Hollywood missteps and the pain he caused to his loved ones, his body and himself.Thoughts? Email us at theinterview@nytimes.comWatch our show on YouTube: youtube.com/@TheInterviewPodcastFor transcripts and more, visit: nytimes.com/theinterview For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next […]
- The Life and, for Now, the Death of the Kennedy Center September 25, 2026For 50 years, the Kennedy Center was a sprawling public home for opera, theater, jazz and free programs. Last week, it closed its doors for the time being.Elizabeth Williamson traces how President Trump decided to take over and now shut down Washington’s biggest and most celebrated home for the arts.Guest: Elizabeth Williamson, a feature writer […]
- What Safeguarding Nukes Can Teach Us About Safeguarding A.I. September 24, 2026Last night, President Trump welcomed Xi Jinping, China’s top leader, in a lavish ceremony as he arrived for two days of closely watched negotiations.Artificial intelligence — and what, if any, role the countries should play in regulating it as concerns mount about its risks — is expected to be on the agenda.David E. Sanger, a […]
- Health Trackers Are Everywhere. Do Babies Need Them, Too? September 23, 2026More and more people are wearing technology in the form of fitness bands and smart rings. These devices track metrics such as heart rate, skin temperature and sleep. The latest frontier is health tech for babies — and it’s being supercharged by artificial intelligence.Sapna Maheshwari shares her family’s experience with health tracking and discusses whether […]
- Trump Banned the Media. This Time, the Media Struck Back. September 22, 2026For every day of Donald J. Trump’s presidency, there has been a camera from a major television network pointed at him. But on Monday, that all changed.Zolan Kanno-Youngs and Michael M. Grynbaum discuss the face-off between the president and the press. Guest:Zolan Kanno-Youngs, a White House correspondent for The New York TimesMichael M. Grynbaum, a media […]
- The Trump Administration Defangs the Endangered Species Act September 21, 2026In its second term, the Trump administration has increased its efforts to undo environmental regulations. Last week, it became clear that the Endangered Species Act, one of America’s bedrock environmental laws, would be losing some of its most important protections.Catrin Einhorn, who covers biodiversity, explains what is changing and what impact that could have on […]
- How a 1,000-Year-Old Tapestry Took London by Storm September 20, 2026For the first time in centuries, the Bayeux Tapestry — a nearly 1,000-year-old piece of embroidery that depicts the invasion of England by William the Conqueror in 1066 — is on display in Britain.It was long said by art experts to be too fragile to move. But in a development that required geopolitical persuasion, this […]
- Aaron Sorkin Goes Off Script September 19, 2026The Oscar-winning writer returns to Facebook with “The Social Reckoning”— and surprises us with the revelation of why he is so drawn to uplift and romance. Thoughts? Email us at theinterview@nytimes.comWatch our show on YouTube: youtube.com/@TheInterviewPodcastFor transcripts and more, visit: nytimes.com/theinterview For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available […]
NBC News
NBC News Top Stories
- Cornell rape accuser’s attorney says the school and law enforcement failed a young woman September 29, 2026The DA vows to pursue any additional evidence after the woman’s lawsuit prompted him to reopen the case.
- Common Ground: Loving your neighbor in 2026 September 29, 2026TODAY's Savannah Guthrie, author of "The Meaning of Your Life" Arthur C. Brooks, PhD and pastor Michael Rudzena discuss how you can love your neighbor in 2026. Common Ground is sponsored by Comcast.
- As Republicans break with Trump, one gets a brushback: From the Politics Desk September 28, 2026Welcome to From the Politics Desk, a daily newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Capitol Hill and the campaign trail.
- Ahead of rare execution, lone woman on Tennessee’s death row says ‘I am at peace’ September 28, 2026Christa Pike, 50, was an accomplice in a murder she committed at 18. She would be the first woman executed by the state in over 200 years.
- Ahead of rare execution, lone woman on Tennessee’s death row says ‘I am at peace’ September 28, 2026Christa Pike, 50, was an accomplice in a murder she committed at 18. She would be the first woman executed by the state in over 200 years.
- A search for their loved ones’ remains, three months after Venezuela earthquakes September 28, 2026Sleeping in tents in front of collapsed buildings and removing rubble with bare hands, family members and volunteers search the ruins with at least 1,500 people missing.
- District attorney defends past decision not to seek criminal charges in Cornell rape allegations September 28, 2026In a civil lawsuit filed this month, a former Cornell student alleges she was sexually assaulted, raped and plied with drugs by seven Chi Phi fraternity brothers.
- New early October Prime Day deals just dropped — I hand-picked 41+ actually worth shopping September 28, 2026Prime Big Deal Days is back from October 6 to 7, and we’re already shopping early deals. Find editor-approved markdowns on iRobot, Ninja, Casper, Lego and more.
- New York Times executive fatally shot by his in-laws in Bay Area park, police say September 28, 2026Jonathan McKinsey, head of engineering and games player experiences for the Times, was found on the ground at a park with multiple gunshot wounds, police said.
- In reversal, Justice Samuel Alito steps aside from major climate case September 28, 2026Alito will sit out the first case the Supreme Court hears this term after facing calls from the left to do so because he owns stock in oil companies. He had previously pushed back.
Sky News
World News – Breaking international news and headlines | Sky News
- Pope says concerns about AI going rogue are not 'fake news' after Trump 'hoax' claims September 28, 2026The Pope has repeated his warnings about artificial intelligence - saying concerns the technology could go rogue are not "fake news".
- Trump asked China's president if he wanted to buy US weapons, says ambassador September 28, 2026Donald Trump offered China's president Xi Jinping the chance to buy American weapons, the US ambassador to China has said.
- Bill Gates warns AI global framework talks harder than Cold War-era nuclear negotiations September 28, 2026Microsoft founder Bill Gates has warned that getting countries to agree on a global framework for AI could be more difficult than Cold War-era negotiations to restrict nuclear weapons.
- Ireland players refuse handshakes before Nations League win over Israel September 27, 2026Republic of Ireland players did not shake hands with the Israeli team before their Nations League match on Sunday night.
- Two mass shootings kill at least 27 people in South Africa September 27, 2026At least 27 people have been killed in two separate mass shootings within hours of each other in South Africa.
- Only diplomacy can solve conflict, says Iran after Trump rejects peace plan September 27, 2026Iran has insisted that only diplomacy can solve its conflict with the US and Israel after Donald Trump said he rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the fighting.
- Spain housing crisis protest after 87-year-old woman evicted September 27, 2026Tens of thousands of people marched through the streets of Madrid to protest against Spain's housing crisis after an 87-year-old woman was evicted from an apartment she had lived in for decades.
- Bangkok declared disaster zone after more than 30cm of rain in 48 hours September 26, 2026Bangkok has been declared a disaster zone after parts of the Thai capital saw more than 30cm (12 inches) of rain in 48 hours, causing flooding across much of the city.
- OpenAI models accessed US government data and 'tried to hack another site' September 26, 2026OpenAI models accessed data on two US government websites and carried out an unsuccessful hack on a Department of Education site, according to new investigations.
- British man and Greek wife 'killed in Athens gas leak explosion' September 26, 2026A British man and his Greek wife are believed to be among those killed in a building collapse caused by an explosion from a gas leak in Athens, along with four Americans.