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• Ohio police investigate what led up to fatal semi crash on US 24

  07-01-2023 21:37 via wane.com
  
  LUCAS COUNTY, Ohio (WANE) - A man from Bryan, Ohio died Saturday morning after the semitrailer he was driving crashed in a ditch off US 24.The Ohio State Highway Patrol determined just before 11 a.m., the semi went off the side of the highway into a ditch and hit a speed limit sign. It's unclear what led up to the crash.Officers identified the driver as 50-year-old Kenneth F. Risner. He was taken to the hospital and was later pronounced dead.The crash is still under investigation.
  
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• Elon Musk secures record for largest-ever loss of personal fortune, according to Guinness World Records

  07-01-2023 21:08 via wane.com
  
  (The Hill) – Elon Musk has secured a world record for the largest loss of personal fortune in history, Guinness World Records claimed Friday. In a blog post, the global organization, which keeps track of a huge variety of records, cited Forbes' estimate that Musk had lost around $182 billion since November 2021 but noted that other sources indicate the figure is closer to $200 billion.While the true figure is unclear, Musk's losses appear to easily surpass those of the previous record
  
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• These are the most Googled toys from the past 50 years, study finds

  07-01-2023 21:02 via wane.com
  
  (KTLA) - It turns out some of your favorite childhood toys are still popular on Googe.A new study from Wishlisted, a lifestyle website, reveals which toys from the past 50 years have withstood the test of time and are still popular Google searches.
  Researchers analyzed Argos, NPD Group, and The Toy Association data to determine the ranking. Wishlisted then used an SEO software search tool to estimate the average monthly Google searches for each toy in the U.S. in the last year. 5 of the worst Ha
  
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• Philharmonic provides Musicians final offer

  07-01-2023 20:56 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - A recent proposal made public Wednesday offered musicians additional wage increases totaling 42.5% over four years. The last proposal before that offered a 33.4% salary increase over three years.In an updated release, Fort Wayne Philharmonic reported that no agreement has been reached yet. Instead, its "best and final offer" was provided to the Union Saturday night, which is below.
  The annual wage increases are:
  Year 1: 24.3%
  Year 2: 10%Year 3: 8.5%
  Year 4: 3%
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• Philharmonic provides musicians 'best and final' offer

  07-01-2023 20:56 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - Fort Wayne Philharmonic management has put a deadline on its latest offer to musicians.
  Negotiations continue as the Players' Association marks one month of being on strike. Upcoming concerts could be canceled if the "best and final offer" proposed Saturday doesn't result in an agreement between musicians and management by the next negotiations meeting. Philharmonic parties still at odds over contract after back-to-back meetingsAlthough fundamental disagreements remain,
  
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• Musicians accept wage terms with Philharmonic management

  07-01-2023 20:56 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - Although fundamental disagreements remain, Philharmonic musicians have agreed to wage terms set by management, the Fort Wayne Philharmonic Players' Association said in a release Saturday.A recent proposal made public Wednesday offered musicians additional wage increases totaling 42.5% over four years. The last proposal before that offered a 33.4% salary increase over three years. Philharmonic parties still at odds over contract after back-to-back meetingsThe Players' As
  
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• Truck, minivan collision leaves 5 children, 2 adults injured

  07-01-2023 20:47 via wane.com
  
  HAMILTON, Ind. (WANE) -- A two-car crash at the intersection of Railroad Street and Homestead Drive left a total of seven people injured Friday night.
  Steuben County Sheriff's 911 received a call about the collision around 6:30 p.m. according to a release. After responding to the scene, the deputies determined that a blue 2015 Ford F-150 pickup truck was traveling eastbound approaching the intersection. The other vehicle, a black 2017 Kia Sedona minivan, was traveling westbound. The Ford F-150,
  
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• Police: Alcohol may be factor in Steuben County crash that hurt 5 kids, 2 adults

  07-01-2023 20:47 via wane.com
  
  HAMILTON, Ind. (WANE) -- A two-car crash at the intersection of Railroad Street and Homestead Drive left a total of seven people injured Friday night.
  Steuben County Sheriff's 911 received a call about the collision around 6:30 p.m. according to a release. After responding to the scene, the deputies determined that a blue 2015 Ford F-150 pickup truck was traveling eastbound approaching the intersection. The other vehicle, a black 2017 Kia Sedona minivan, was traveling westbound.
  The Ford F-150,
  
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• Ex-Fort Wayne parole officer gets 2 years in case of sex misconduct with teen boy

  07-01-2023 20:33 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - A former Fort Wayne parole officer has been sentenced in a case where he pleaded guilty to a sexual interaction with a teen boy.The Allen Superior Court judge on Friday sentenced 41-year-old Branden D. Shaw to five years in prison with three of those years suspended.Ex-Fort Wayne parole officer pleads guilty to sex misconduct with a minorIn November, Shaw pleaded guilty in Allen Superior Court to one count of sexual misconduct with a minor and one count of vicarious sex
  
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• Woman's ex charged for allegedly attacking her, another man in her home

  07-01-2023 19:24 via wane.com
  
  FREMONT, Ind. (WANE) - A Fremont man was arrested Friday after reportedly assaulting his ex-girlfriend and another man in the woman's home, according to a release from the Steuben County Sheriff's Office.Steuben County officers began investigating after a woman called around 4:30 p.m. to report that a man was assaulted at her house in the 200 block of South Pleasant Street around 10:30 a.m., according to the release.Detectives determined the woman who reported the incident, along with a 39-year-
  
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• Fort Wayne Police seek info on incident that left woman in life-threatening condition

  07-01-2023 17:22 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - Fort Wayne Police are asking the public for information related to an incident that left a woman in life-threatening condition Saturday morning.Just before 8:15 a.m., officers responded to Preston Pointe at Inverness off Illinois Road. A release from FWPD said an "unknown problem" had been reported at an apartment in the 7900 block of Winston Lane, and officers at the scene found a woman in life-threatening condition.Police said the woman was taken to the hospital, and
  
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• 2023 is here — and big questions on student debt still loom

  07-01-2023 17:02 via wane.com
  
  (NerdWallet) - From repayment policy changes to a sweeping one-time debt forgiveness plan, 2022 proved to be a high-profile year for student loans. But questions have clouded the student loan announcements, and answers are few and far between. We don’t yet know how, when or if some of these changes will take form. As 2023 dawns, here are the biggest questions surrounding student loans — and what borrowers can do to prepare amid the uncertainty. Is student debt cancella
  
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• Police investigate source of fake bills found at Van Wert businesses

  07-01-2023 16:29 via wane.com
  
  VAN WERT, Ohio (WANE) - Police are investigating a recent bout of fake money given to businesses in the Van Wert area.Van Wert Police said in a Facebook post Friday several businesses in the area had been given counterfeit bills in the last few days. Cashiers were encouraged to be even more careful than usual while accepting cash from customers.Police said counterfeit money can be spotted if the bill feels too thin, the color looks off, or if it's missing the raised ink and red and blue fibers t
  
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• Mega Millions jackpot rises to $1.1 billion after no winner

  07-01-2023 14:05 via wane.com
  
  DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Another Mega Millions drawing, another night without a big winner.No one hit all six numbers and won the estimated $940 million jackpot, pushing the lottery prize to an estimated $1.1 billion ahead of the next drawing Tuesday night.The prize is now the third-largest in U.S. history.The numbers drawn late Friday were: 3, 20, 46, 59, 63 and gold Mega Ball 13.There have been 24 drawings without a jackpot winner, stretching back for more than two months. The winless str
  
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• Ukraine hails U.S. military aid as cease-fire said to falter

  07-01-2023 13:20 via wane.com
  
  KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine's president is praising the United States for including tank-killing armored vehicles in its latest multibillion-dollar package of military aid, saying they are “exactly what is needed” for Ukrainian troops locked in combat against Russian forces.Officials, meanwhile, said it was unclear whether Moscow was abiding by a unilateral 36-hour cease-fire for Orthodox Christmas that Ukraine has denounced as a ploy.The latest multi-billion dollar package of
  
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• Police seek suspect in crash, robbery of Fort Wayne home

  07-01-2023 12:47 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - Fort Wayne Police are investigating a crash and alleged burglary at the same address.Just before 2 a.m., police responded to the scene of a reported burglary at a house in the 3700 block of Webster Street, near the intersection of West Rudisill Boulevard and Calhoun Street.Dispatchers confirmed to WANE 15 a vehicle crashed into a home and allegedly robbed the home.Dispatchers said no one was hurt and no arrests have been made.Tire marks could be seen in front of the hou
  
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• Driver arrested on OWI charges after hit-and-run at Fort Wayne home

  07-01-2023 12:47 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - Fort Wayne Police arrested a driver who crashed into a front porch and fled the scene early Saturday morning.Just before 2 a.m., police responded to the scene of a reported crash at a house in the 3700 block of Webster Street, near the intersection of West Rudisill Boulevard and Calhoun Street. No injuries in large Fort Wayne apartment fireDispatchers initially said a vehicle crashed and allegedly robbed the home. Police confirmed later that day there was no burglary at
  
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• McCarthy elected House speaker in rowdy post-midnight vote

  07-01-2023 11:01 via wane.com
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican Kevin McCarthy was elected House speaker on a historic post-midnight 15th ballot early Saturday, overcoming holdouts from his own ranks and floor tensions that boiled over after a chaotic week that tested the new GOP majority’s ability to govern.“My father always told me, it’s not how you start, it’s how you finish,” McCarthy told cheering fellow Republicans.Eager to confront President Joe Biden and the Democrats, he prom
  
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• 1/6 Highlight Zone - First Friday of the New Year

  07-01-2023 05:53 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - The Highlight Zone hit up 24 games on Friday night to kick off the new year, including a key SAC showdown that saw Brashawn Bassett drill nine three-pointers as North Side topped Wayne in the "Game of the Week!"
  
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• No injuries in large Fort Wayne apartment fire

  07-01-2023 04:03 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – The Fort Wayne Fire Department is investigating a large apartment fire that damaged several apartments.Fire crews responded to the 1800 block of Hobson Road around 10:30 p.m. That’s off Lake Avenue on the city’s northeast side. Several apartment complexes are located in the area.
  Hobson RoadFirefighters arrived to find heavy flames and smoke coming from the roof of a multi-unit building. Occupants alerted other tenants to evacuate the building prior to
  
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• Firefighters battle large fire in northeast Fort Wayne

  07-01-2023 04:03 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — Firefighters are currently battling a large fire at a multi-unit housing addition near the intersection of State and Coliseum boulevards in northeast Fort Wayne.A large blaze of fire burst through the roof of a section of the multi-unit housing near the 1800 block of Hobson Road.Hobson Road DCS: Allen County has most child abuse, neglect deaths in IndianaAuthorities have not said if anyone was in the building during the fire or what caused the fire.WANE 15 has a c
  
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• TinCaps hiring part-time, seasonal positions for 2023 season

  07-01-2023 02:28 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — On Friday, the Fort Wayne TinCaps announced they are hiring part-time, seasonal positions as Opening Day draws near.Job perks include an exclusive Team Member Appreciation Picnic and more opportunities for recognition. All-American Outdoor expo brings back fan favorite"As a team member at Parkview Field, you'll be appreciated and valued," said TinCaps Community and Fan Engagement Manager Brenda Feasby. "Hosting thousands of fans every game certainly requires hard
  
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