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Toledo PD is launching new cultural competency training after community outcry over recent officer-teen interactions, bringing in retired cop Earl Mack and Professor Omar Alamari to lead the effort—building trust through community forums and addressing officer stress with compassion fatigue training, aiming for rollout next year. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillo...

Remote work’s lasting impact is reshaping city centers as offices shrink and foot traffic plummets, forcing small businesses, transit systems, and urban planners to adapt—or risk collapse—in a revolution that’s redefining how we live, work, and build our cities. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an...

New research reveals how your brain locks in new knowledge when you’re fully engaged—brain waves sync up like a save button, making focused attention the secret to mastering skills or learning anything. This isn’t just for exams—it’s the neural magic behind riding a bike or nailing a new beat. Distractions break the sync, proving mindfulness isn’t just hype—it’s essential for building brain connec...

France storms into the World Cup semifinals with a 2-0 demolition of Morocco, powered by Kylian Mbappé’s clutch goal and assist — despite missing a penalty — and a stunning strike from Ousmane Dembélé. Mbappé’s 20th World Cup goal puts him one behind Messi in the Golden Boot race, while France’s dominant attacking display outshot Morocco by a wide margin. The win echoes their 2018 semifinal triump...

Ohio’s bed bug epidemic is getting worse — and it’s not just a minor annoyance. With six metro areas cracking the top fifty nationwide, Cleveland ranks fourth, Columbus eighth, and Cincinnati fifteenth. These pests are spreading across the state, hitching rides in luggage, hotels, and secondhand furniture. While they don’t spread disease, their itchy bites and stealthy nature make them a major hea...

Farmers in northwest Ohio are drowning in mud and despair after historic rains ruined crops, flooded barns, and wiped out hay—now deemed toxic and unusable. Dawn Crickard and Chuck George, who run a beloved farm with goats, donkeys, and alpacas, say they’re left with nothing: no flood insurance, no federal aid in sight, and months of recovery ahead. Despite being told they weren’t even in a flood...

Six-foot-eight lefty Joseph Dzierwa is lighting up the minors and heading to the MLB Futures Game—his high school heroics are back, this time in Double-A, with family cheering from afar as he dominates on the mound and eyes a big stage in Philly. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-...

A six-point-two-five-million-dollar federal grant is fueling the Zepf Center’s Fatherhood Connection Program in Northwest Ohio, empowering over a thousand dads over five years with free, life-changing support. Through a seven-week course covering emotional intelligence, finances, and parenting skills — plus job training like CDL and welding — the program is transforming family dynamics. Thomas Cro...

Nazareth Hall in Grand Rapids, Ohio, born in 1927 as a military boarding school, transformed into a wedding haven in 1991 after a family bought it—blending century-old charm with modern celebrations, where former students and newlyweds alike keep its legacy alive as it heads toward its 100th anniversary. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advert...

A 30-year-old Michigan man, Jesus Sanchez, vanished during a deadly storm on Lake Erie while kayaking with friends—only two survived. Now, authorities fear he may have drifted into Ohio or even Canadian waters, and they’re urgently asking boaters and shoreline residents to help scan the area. Last seen in blue-green swim trunks, with brown eyes and shoulder-length black hair, Sanchez remains missi...

Ohio just took the top spot in CNBC’s 2026 “Top States for Business” report — its first-ever 1 ranking — thanks to world-class infrastructure and ultra-low business costs. With over 143 million people reachable within a day’s drive and affordable real estate, utilities, and insurance, the Buckeye State is becoming a magnet for companies. Meanwhile, Michigan surged to 6, a dramatic climb fueled by...

The Golden Boot race is heating up as Messi and Mbappé tie at eight goals, with Haaland close behind at seven—setting the stage for a thrilling individual showdown as the World Cup nears its climax. With just one final match left, the battle for top scorer promises drama, reminding us that even when teams fall short, stars like Mbappé and Ronaldo can still shine brightest on the world’s biggest st...

As America gears up for its 250th anniversary, history buffs are stepping into the past with passion and precision—transforming reenactment from costume play into immersive education. From French fur traders to Native American voices, these dedicated performers spend years mastering period skills, stitching authentic garments, and honoring underrepresented stories. Events like “Twilight on the Bat...

New research reveals that consistently sleeping less than six hours nightly accelerates brain aging, linked to harmful markers like increased tau protein tied to Alzheimer’s. Based on a massive 14,000-person study, the findings hold across ages and demographics—proving sleep isn’t optional, it’s essential. The good news? Prioritizing 7-8 hours of quality sleep may reverse some damage, making rest...

Put-in-Bay PD is cracking down hard this weekend—no open containers, no public cannabis use, and zero tolerance for disorderly conduct. They’re also watching golf carts, unsafe driving, and impaired behavior. Whether you’re local or visiting, expect a citation if you break the rules. Safety and order are the focus—plan smart, play safe, and respect the community. Listen in comfort: Get a discount...

A bold new push is underway to vaccinate 50% of the population with at least one dose by month’s end, targeting underserved communities with pop-up clinics at community centers and places of worship. Public health officials are teaming up with local leaders and organizers to build trust, remove barriers like scheduling hassles and long hours, and deliver clear, accurate info—because this isn’t jus...

A federal grand jury in Columbus has indicted eight individuals, including 19-year-old Tycen Proper from Knox County, for plotting to attack a White House event using explosive drones and snipers — charges including conspiracy to provide material support to terrorists and conspiracy to commit murder. The alleged target: a UFC event on the White House lawn. Authorities emphasize this wasn’t online...

Scientists have unveiled a revolutionary brain-mapping tech that offers unprecedented clarity into neural pathways—like upgrading from a blurry photo to a stunning 4K video of the brain in action. This breakthrough could transform treatments for Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and mental health disorders, with early trials showing promising, consistent results. It’s not just science—it’s a leap toward u...

Every Friday at 10:30 AM, tune in to “Aging Untold Extra” for deep dives into local stories hosted by Sashem Brey and Christina Williams. This week, they spotlight the 46th annual Maumee Glow 5K—a family-friendly nighttime race where every dollar supports the Maumee Senior Center’s vital programs. But the real heart of the episode? A five-year-old girl fighting kidney disease, whose mom’s best fri...

A Ohio judge just sided with 24 college basketball players, issuing a preliminary injunction that lets them enter the transfer portal — a major win in their lawsuit against the NCAA over new age-based eligibility rules. The court called the NCAA’s enforcement arbitrary, and a full trial is set for August 4. This isn’t the first time this attorney has challenged the NCAA — he’s previously filed sui...

A major tech company just unleashed a groundbreaking AI model that can write code, draft emails, and even pen poetry — all with uncanny human-like fluency. Trained on massive datasets, it’s pushing the limits of natural language processing and promising more intuitive, collaborative AI interactions. But with great power comes big questions: ethics, job impacts, and misuse. The company is racing to...

After the Fourth of July fireworks, volunteers from Keep Toledo-Lucas County Beautiful and Partners for Clean Streams hit the parks to tackle firework trash—because it’s not just litter, it’s pollution that harms water, wildlife, and even human health, plus it breaks down into toxic microplastics. They cleaned up over 40 pounds of debris at Side Cut Metropark alone, proving cleanup isn’t just abou...

Football season’s still a ways off, but the real powerhouses are already flexing—thanks to the new Lineman Olympics. Teams from Clay, Bryan, Fremont Ross, and St. John’s battled it out in explosive drills like sled pulls, medicine ball tosses, and tug-of-war, proving their strength, teamwork, and game-day readiness. Born from Clay High’s Tyler Sibbersen, who saw a need for summer fun beyond wrestl...

Providence Township is navigating a tricky balancing act as it seeks to regulate booming data center development—considering a new industrial zoning classification, conditional use permits, and fee structures—while grappling with un-zoned land and limited enforcement capacity. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn...

Sylvania’s bicentennial kicked off with a time capsule unearthed from 1976, sparking nostalgia as locals—some returning after decades—gathered to dig up history. The Fourth of July festivities began with a Declaration of Independence reading, then moved to unveiling yearbooks, newspapers, and artifacts from half a century ago. A former attendee, who helped bury the original capsule, shared how vit...