Two killed in Toledo recycling facility explosions

Two workers were killed and others injured after explosions and a large fire at an industrial recycling facility in Toledo, prompting state and federal investigations.

Published Aug 19, 2026, 4:19 PM EDT | LehighValleyLive

Two workers were killed and several others were injured after explosions and a large fire tore through an industrial recycling facility in Toledo early Tuesday, triggering a massive emergency response and prompting state and federal investigations, Yahoo! reported.

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Florida woman allegedly bites off part of husband’s ear during I‑95 dispute with children in car

A Boca Raton woman allegedly bit off a chunk of her husband’s ear during an argument on I‑95 while he was driving and their two young children were...

Published Aug 19, 2026, 5:25 PM EDT

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7 dead, including 5 Americans, after safari helicopter crashes in Kenya

Seven people were killed Wednesday when a safari helicopter crashed in northern Kenya, officials said. The victims included five Americans. Kenya’s aviation authority said the aircraft was a...

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What $500,000 or less bought in Monroe County the week of Aug. 10

During the week of Aug. 10–16, Monroe County saw a variety of home sales at $500,000 or below. This article summarizes top listings in each area, selected for...

Published Aug 19, 2026, 4:56 PM EDT

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South Carolina QB LaNorris Sellers has no fall classes

South Carolina senior quarterback LaNorris Sellers isn’t enrolled in any classes this fall. With no coursework on his schedule, he’ll have extra time to concentrate on the playbook...

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Hayden Panettiere’s rocky relationship with her mother, Lesley Vogel

Actress Hayden Panettiere, who died suddenly at age 36 on Sunday, Aug. 16, had a rocky relationship with her mother, Lesley Vogel. Both Panettiere and Vogel commented publicly...

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Robin Williams’ Instagram reactivated by his children 12 years after his death

Robin Williams’ children have brought their father’s official Instagram account back online 12 years after his death. The reactivation restores the late actor’s social media presence after more...

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Art Briles nearly left Baylor for Texas in 2014

Former Baylor coach Art Briles revealed in a wide-ranging interview that in 2014 he agreed to become the head coach at Texas but ultimately remained at Baylor. Briles...

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Tax Foundation: States should heed Maryland court ruling on digital ad tax

The Maryland Tax Court recently struck down the state’s digital advertising tax and ordered refunds to be paid to taxpayers for over five years of collections. The Tax...

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Kohl’s giving up to $100 in Kohl’s Cash this weekend

Kohl’s announced a new round of back-to-school promotions Wednesday, including up to $100 in Kohl’s Cash available this weekend. The retailer is also offering discounts of up to...

Published Aug 19, 2026, 4:15 PM EDT

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Cause of death revealed for former Mets outfielder Butch Huskey

Officials have revealed the cause of death for former New York Mets outfielder Butch Huskey, who died earlier this month at age 54. Reports say medical personnel responded...

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Two killed in Toledo recycling facility explosions

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