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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
- 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
- Owl found stuck in a concrete mixer is on the mend and flying free
- Trump says sculpture garden honoring prominent Americans is planned for park along Potomac River
- Strike deadline nears for New York-area train system with 250,000 daily commuters
- FBI offers $200,000 reward to catch ex-Air Force specialist wanted on espionage charges in Iran
- 'Tall Tour' brings the tall and proud together across the US
- US Rep. Max Miller sues his ex-wife for defamation in escalation of long-running divorce feud
- Rep. Chuck Edwards faces House ethics investigation over harassment allegations
- Kentucky Republicans race to replace McConnell while carefully keeping him at arm’s length
- A Texas town may offer a preview of a Trump plan to force noncitizens from public housing
- Court to consider whether new House map violates state ban on partisan gerrymandering
New York Times
The Daily
- Lessons From the Hantavirus Outbreak May 15, 2026Inside a hospital in Nebraska, 16 Americans who may have been exposed to the hantavirus have begun an unusually long quarantine. In some cases, it will last up to 42 days. Apoorva Mandavilli, who covers global health for The New York Times, explains what is known about the deadly outbreak and how the public heath […]
- A New Leader — and a New Showdown — at the Fed May 14, 2026After a year of harassing and threatening Jerome Powell, the chairman of the Federal Reserve, President Trump replaced him on Wednesday. Colby Smith, who covers the Fed, explains how the president ended one standoff only to create a new one. Guest: Colby Smith, a New York Times reporter covering the Federal Reserve and the U.S. […]
- Two Superpowers Across the Table May 13, 2026Here’s what to expect from the summit between President Trump and China’s top leader, Xi Jinping. For the first time in nearly a decade, President Trump will meet with President Xi Jinping of China in Beijing, where they are expected to discuss trade, technology and other points of contention. David E. Sanger, who covers the […]
- Why More Americans Are Seeking Religion May 12, 2026After decades of declining church attendance and a profound rise in secularism, religion is having a moment in America. Lauren Jackson, the host of the Believing newsletter, talks to Asthaa Chaturvedi, a producer at “The Daily,” about why more people in the United States are now choosing to believe. Guest: Asthaa Chaturvedi, a producer at […]
- Is China Winning the A.I. Race? May 11, 2026President Trump is preparing to make a crucial trip to China this week to meet with its leader, Xi Jinping. A key issue hanging over the meeting is artificial intelligence, and whether the global A.I. race is spinning out of control. Vivian Wang, who covers Chinese politics and society, explains how the country is approaching […]
- For Mother’s Day, Classic Mom-isms May 10, 2026For Mother’s Day, we asked you about your “Mom mantras”: the oft-repeated mottos or go-to expressions that your moms have said over the years. In partnership with the Well desk, we received thousands of submissions, full of sayings that ranged from wise to funny to profound. In today’s episode of “The Sunday Daily,” we feature […]
- A Personal Finance Star on What Millennials Need From Their Boomer Parents May 9, 2026Ramit Sethi wants everyone to have a healthier relationship to money, and thinks he knows how to get us there. 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 […]
- The Resurrection of Michael Jackson May 8, 2026The new biopic about Michael Jackson has been a record-shattering box office success. The subsequent outpouring of love for the musician was the result of a painstaking, yearslong effort to resurrect the reputation of the king of pop, despite the accusations of sexual abuse that have surrounded him for decades. Mark Binelli, a writer for […]
- What the End of Spirit Airlines Means for the Future of Flying May 7, 2026When Spirit Airlines shut down over the weekend, it brought an end to a company that had revolutionized air travel in the United States with its ultra-low-cost approach. Niraj Chokshi, who covers aviation for The New York Times, discussed why the company unraveled and whether those problems could spread to other airlines. And Lynsea Garrison, […]
- Your Kids Asked the Artemis Astronauts Questions. They Answered. May 6, 2026Last month, the astronauts of NASA’s Artemis II mission splashed down in the Pacific Ocean, bringing their journey around the moon to a close. “The Daily” asked children to send in questions for the crew. The astronauts — three Americans and one Canadian — sat down with Rachel Abrams to answer them. Guest: The Artemis […]
NBC News
NBC News Top Stories
- Man accused of plotting terror attack on New York City synagogue arrested May 15, 2026A man suspected of plotting a terror attack on a synagogue in New York City has been arrested. NBC News' Tom Winter has details on the arrest and the suspect's alleged involvement with a group tied to Hezbollah.
- Speaker Mike Johnson responds to domestic abuse allegations against a GOP congressman: ‘He’s got to work that out’ May 15, 2026House Speaker Mike Johnson weighed in on domestic abuse allegations Rep. Max Miller’s ex-wife Emily Moreno has made in their divorce, saying “he’s got to work that out.”
- Man accused of planning terrorist attack on New York City synagogue to appear in court, authorities say May 15, 2026A man suspected of planning an attack on a New York City synagogue is expected to appear in federal court Wednesday to face terrorism charges, according to two people familiar with the matter
- Judge declares mistrial in third Manhattan sex crimes trial against Harvey Weinstein May 15, 2026A judge has declared a mistrial in Harvey Weinstein's third Manhattan sex crimes trial after the jury was deadlocked on Jessica Mann's allegations. NBC News' Chloe Melas reports on the trial and what could come next for Weinstein.
- Trump leaves China with no agreement on thorny issues, but cites ‘very good’ talks with Xi May 15, 2026Though U.S. President Donald Trump said he and Chinese President Xi Jinping “discussed almost everything,” their Beijing summit produced no sweeping agreements.
- Court fight over Ron DeSantis’ new congressional map kicks off in Florida May 15, 2026Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ attempt to do away with anti-gerrymandering provisions in the state constitution had its first day in court Friday, as opposing attorneys pushed a Tallahassee judge to put a temporary hold on new congressional lines that created four additional GOP-leaning seats.
- DOJ pushing to indict Raúl Castro over 1996 downing of civilian planes May 15, 2026According to two U.S. officials, the Justice Department is pushing to indict former Cuban president Raúl Castro over the deaths of four Cuban Americans in the 1996 downing of civilian planes. NBC News' Ryan Reilly breaks down the state of relations between the U.S. and Cuba.
- Georgia Senate race tests Gov. Brian Kemp’s sway in the Republican Party May 15, 2026With his time in the governor’s office coming to an end, Brian Kemp has asked Georgia voters for “one last thing.”“Send Derek Dooley to the U.S.
- Democratic Rep. Steve Cohen to retire after Republican-led redistricting in Tennessee May 15, 2026Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., announced Friday that he won’t be running for re-election this fall after a redistricting push in Tennessee carved up his Memphis-based district.“This morning, I announced my decision not to run in any of the three gerrymandered congressional districts carved out of the 9th District that I have represented for more than […]
- Harvey Weinstein’s third Manhattan sex crimes trial ruled mistrial as jury deadlocks May 15, 2026The judge in former Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein’s third New York sex crimes case declared a mistrial Friday after the jury said it was deadlocked on a verdict
Sky News
World News – Breaking international news and headlines | Sky News
- New Ebola outbreak in Congo kills more than 60 May 15, 2026A new Ebola outbreak has been confirmed in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with 65 deaths recorded so far, according to Africa's top public health body.
- Five tourists die deep diving in Maldives May 15, 2026Five tourists, including a professor and her daughter, have died in a scuba diving accident in the Maldives.
- CIA chief visits Cuba as US demands 'fundamental changes' May 15, 2026The head of the CIA has made a historic visit to Havana for talks with senior officials as the country is gripped by blackouts caused a US oil blockade.
- 'Most wanted' British man who imported large amounts of cocaine arrested in Spain May 14, 2026A "most wanted" British man who imported large amounts of cocaine into the UK has been arrested in Spain.
- Protests break out in Havana during Cuba's worst blackouts in decades May 14, 2026Protests have broken out in Havana as Cuba deals with it's worst rolling blackouts in decades.
- Over 100 killed as storm hits India's Uttar Pradesh state May 14, 2026Over 100 people have been killed in a violent storm in Uttar Pradesh, India's most populous state.
- Netanyahu's office says he had secret meeting with UAE president - but Emirates deny claim May 13, 2026Benjamin Netanyahu's office said he secretly visited the United Arab Emirates earlier this year during the US-Israeli war with Iran - but the UAE has denied the trip took place.
- World Cup could see dangerous heat and humidity, experts warn May 13, 2026This year's World Cup could see hazardous heat and humidity for players and fans at around a quarter of games, academics warned.
- More than 1,700 people banned from leaving British cruise ship over likely stomach flu outbreak May 13, 2026More than 1,700 passengers and crew members have been ordered not to leave their cruise ship while French health officials carry out tests after a likely stomach flu outbreak onboard.