http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Fri, 03 Jul 2026 04:23:36 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/07/02/to-editor-our-unaffiliated-constitution/stories/20260703004 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/07/02/to-editor-our-unaffiliated-constitution/stories/20260703004#comments Fri, 03 Jul 2026 03:45:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/07/02/to-editor-our-unaffiliated-constitution/stories/20260703004 Texas megachurch pastor, Robert Jeffress, stated that Christian nationalists had a right to “impose their values” on everyone else. In this July 1, 2017, file photo, Pastor Robert Jeffress of the First Baptist Dallas Church Choir speaks as he introduces President Donald Trump during the Celebrate Freedom event at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington. https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/07/02/to-editor-ev-progress-down-drain-under-president/stories/20260703017 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/07/02/to-editor-ev-progress-down-drain-under-president/stories/20260703017#comments Fri, 03 Jul 2026 03:45:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/07/02/to-editor-ev-progress-down-drain-under-president/stories/20260703017 An article in The Blade on Tuesday spoke of the rise of hybrid powered vehicles and of the shelving of automaker plans for more all-electric ones. President Donald Trump arrives on Air Force One on July 1, at Joint Base Andrews, Md. https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorial-cartoons/2026/07/02/editorial-cartoon-maumee-dearest-6-25(copy)/stories/20260701154 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorial-cartoons/2026/07/02/editorial-cartoon-maumee-dearest-6-25(copy)/stories/20260701154#comments Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:30:05 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorial-cartoons/2026/07/02/editorial-cartoon-maumee-dearest-6-25(copy)/stories/20260701154 Click the image above to view the full cartoon. https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/07/02/editorial-welltower-rewards-executive-success/stories/20260703005 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/07/02/editorial-welltower-rewards-executive-success/stories/20260703005#comments Fri, 03 Jul 2026 03:45:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/07/02/editorial-welltower-rewards-executive-success/stories/20260703005 Signs at entry points to the city tell us: “You will do better in Toledo.” Welltower Inc., 4500 Dorr Street on July 22, 2019. https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/columnists/2026/07/01/lessenberry-a-quiet-primary-in-democratic-gubernatorial-race/stories/20260702020 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/columnists/2026/07/01/lessenberry-a-quiet-primary-in-democratic-gubernatorial-race/stories/20260702020#comments Thu, 02 Jul 2026 01:14:29 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/columnists/2026/07/01/lessenberry-a-quiet-primary-in-democratic-gubernatorial-race/stories/20260702020 DETROIT — Normally, when there is an open governor’s race in Michigan, you get loud, noisy, and expensive primary races in both parties. Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson addresses the crowd during inauguration ceremonies, Jan. 1, 2023, outside the state Capitol in Lansing. https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/07/01/editorial-safety-plan-in-place-kapszukiewicz/stories/20260702017 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/07/01/editorial-safety-plan-in-place-kapszukiewicz/stories/20260702017#comments Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:55:50 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/07/01/editorial-safety-plan-in-place-kapszukiewicz/stories/20260702017 The most picturesque view of Toledo occurs annually when fireworks emblaze the downtown skyline and reflect upon the Maumee River between majestic illuminated bridges. There are many awesome Independence Day celebrations throughout northwest Ohio but only Toledo’s fireworks are set against such a scenic backdrop. Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz speaks during a news conference about safety enforcement on the Fourth of July, June 25 at Promenade Park in Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/07/01/to-the-editor-believe-in-a-future-for-toledo/stories/20260702021 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/07/01/to-the-editor-believe-in-a-future-for-toledo/stories/20260702021#comments Thu, 02 Jul 2026 01:19:46 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/07/01/to-the-editor-believe-in-a-future-for-toledo/stories/20260702021 Holy Toledo. It’s the only city nickname I know that doubles as a flinch — the sound a place makes when it’s startled by its own good news. This week, as America celebrates its semiquincentennial, 250 years as a country, I’d like to make the case for the other spelling. People check out the different activities during the Watershed Weekend River Crossing Outdoor Expo in Toledo on June 13. https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/07/01/editorial-same-old-soap-biden-trump/stories/20260704006 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/07/01/editorial-same-old-soap-biden-trump/stories/20260704006#comments Thu, 02 Jul 2026 01:04:11 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/07/01/editorial-same-old-soap-biden-trump/stories/20260704006 If one listened only to the things President Trump says about his immediate predecessor, one would have to assume that by now Joe Biden is confined to an institution and spoon-fed his navy bean soup. From left, former President Joe Biden, former first lady Jill Biden, former first lady Laura Bush, and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on stage during the dedication ceremony for the Obama Presidential Center, June 18 in Chicago. https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/07/01/to-the-editor-america-needs-tom-paine-all-over-again/stories/20260702022 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/07/01/to-the-editor-america-needs-tom-paine-all-over-again/stories/20260702022#comments Thu, 02 Jul 2026 01:31:47 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/07/01/to-the-editor-america-needs-tom-paine-all-over-again/stories/20260702022 This year marks the U.S. semiquincentennial, 250 years of the Great American Experiment in elective democracy, an experiment that I have been part of for more than one-third of that time. I have experienced everything from the Great Depression (bad times) to the post-war boom (good times) to the current administration (uncertain times). In this Aug. 20, 2013 photo, a plaque marks the burial site of Thomas Paine in New Rochelle, N.Y. https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/columnists/2026/06/30/hussain-jago-bonito-beautiful-game-soccer/stories/20260701011 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/columnists/2026/06/30/hussain-jago-bonito-beautiful-game-soccer/stories/20260701011#comments Wed, 01 Jul 2026 03:45:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/columnists/2026/06/30/hussain-jago-bonito-beautiful-game-soccer/stories/20260701011 Pele, the Brazilian soccer legend, had popularized the phrase the beautiful game. It encompasses the art, joy, and unifying power of soccer. Mexico's Julian Quinones, left, scores his side's opening goal past Ecuador's Willian Pacho during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match in Mexico City on June 30. https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/06/30/editorial-vance-celebrates-corruption/stories/20260701009 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/06/30/editorial-vance-celebrates-corruption/stories/20260701009#comments Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:04:09 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/06/30/editorial-vance-celebrates-corruption/stories/20260701009 Perhaps Vice President JD Vance deserves praise for his candor in defending the corruption that ended the presidency of Richard Nixon as a triumph of “the deep state.” But his casual concern for Oval Office corruption should raise eyebrows with anyone who expects the President to abide by the law. Vice President JD Vance speaks as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth listens as President Donald Trump meets with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in the Oval Office at the White House on June 24. https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/06/29/editorial-toledo-area-enters-new-industry/stories/20260628041 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/06/29/editorial-toledo-area-enters-new-industry/stories/20260628041#comments Tue, 30 Jun 2026 03:45:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/06/29/editorial-toledo-area-enters-new-industry/stories/20260628041 Greater Toledo has won a monumental economic development decision that establishes northwest Ohio in the fast growth military technology manufacturing industry. Gov. Mike DeWine during the Democracy and Public Policy Network’s annual leadership luncheon on April 14 at the Bowen-Thompson Student Union at Bowling Green State University. https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/06/29/to-editor-shop-ask-better-savings-rates/stories/20260630016 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/06/29/to-editor-shop-ask-better-savings-rates/stories/20260630016#comments Tue, 30 Jun 2026 03:43:25 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/06/29/to-editor-shop-ask-better-savings-rates/stories/20260630016 Why are banks allowed to pay different interest rates on savings accounts to different customers? https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorial-cartoons/2026/06/28/editorial-cartoon-tim-hartman-6-29-26/stories/20260628123 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorial-cartoons/2026/06/28/editorial-cartoon-tim-hartman-6-29-26/stories/20260628123#comments Mon, 29 Jun 2026 03:45:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorial-cartoons/2026/06/28/editorial-cartoon-tim-hartman-6-29-26/stories/20260628123 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/06/28/to-editor-uaws-next-leaders-must-counter-ai-job-losses/stories/20260629009 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/06/28/to-editor-uaws-next-leaders-must-counter-ai-job-losses/stories/20260629009#comments Mon, 29 Jun 2026 03:45:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/06/28/to-editor-uaws-next-leaders-must-counter-ai-job-losses/stories/20260629009 As the auto industry rushes to adopt artificial intelligence and advanced automation, executives are signaling their ambitions to Wall Street. What they are not addressing, however, is the human cost. These technologies are being deployed primarily to cut jobs and increase shareholder returns. Tony Totty, president of UAW Local 14, speaks during a news conference about the closed downtown BMV location on Madison Avenue in Toledo on Sept. 30, 2024. https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/06/28/editorial-haitian-policy-harsh-not-racist/stories/20260629007 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/06/28/editorial-haitian-policy-harsh-not-racist/stories/20260629007#comments Mon, 29 Jun 2026 03:45:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/06/28/editorial-haitian-policy-harsh-not-racist/stories/20260629007 The Supreme Court has ruled sensibly that the Trump Administration is within its power to end Temporary Protected Status for more than 1.3 million refugees from violent and chaotic conditions in their home country and send them back immediately. This photo made from video shows people at a rally in support of Haitians on June 25, in Springfield, Ohio, after the United States Supreme Court ruled that the Trump administration can end temporary protected status for Haitians and Syrians. https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/06/27/editorial-saving-social-security/stories/20260629006 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/06/27/editorial-saving-social-security/stories/20260629006#comments Sun, 28 Jun 2026 03:45:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/06/27/editorial-saving-social-security/stories/20260629006 Ohio Sen. Bernie Moreno, a Republican MAGA stalwart, and Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren, a leading Democratic liberal, are a political odd couple signaling Congress is getting serious on Social Security reform. A Social Security card is displayed on Oct. 12, 2021, in Tigard, Ore. https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorial-cartoons/2026/06/27/editorial-cartoon-tim-hartman-6-28/stories/20260627090 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorial-cartoons/2026/06/27/editorial-cartoon-tim-hartman-6-28/stories/20260627090#comments Sun, 28 Jun 2026 03:45:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorial-cartoons/2026/06/27/editorial-cartoon-tim-hartman-6-28/stories/20260627090 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/06/27/safe-sleep-practices-save-lives/stories/20260623005 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/06/27/safe-sleep-practices-save-lives/stories/20260623005#comments Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:11:41 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2026/06/27/safe-sleep-practices-save-lives/stories/20260623005 Following safe sleep guidelines, commonly known as the ABCs of Safe Sleep (placing infants Alone, on their Back and in a Crib), is a public health responsibility and every caregiver, hospital, company and policymaker has a role in preventing avoidable infant deaths. A package containing these gifts as well as a sleep slack are part of ProMedica's new Safe Sleep for Babies initiative in 2014. Howell-McLean https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/06/27/bitcoin-barometer-voters/stories/20260627007 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/06/27/bitcoin-barometer-voters/stories/20260627007#comments Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:00:48 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/06/27/bitcoin-barometer-voters/stories/20260627007 The Blade Editorial Board suggests Ohio voters use the price of Bitcoin as a barometer on the political and economic judgment of Republican candidates Vivek Ramaswamy, Frank LaRose, and Robert Sprague. An advertisement for the cryptocurrency Bitcoin is displayed on a building in Hong Kong in 2021.