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• VIDEO: U-Haul fire slows traffic on I-69 near Ashley

  17-06-2023 22:52 via wane.com
  
  STEUBEN COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) -- A U-Haul that caught on fire and sent plumes of smoke into the air slowed traffic on I-69 Southbound sometime around 4:00 p.m. on Saturday afternoon.Video submitted to WANE 15 of the incident shows the U-Haul on the right shoulder just south of mile marker 342.FWPD: Speed believed to be factor in fatal crash near Kreager ParkThe video shows major fire and smoke damage to the cabin of the truck.At the time of this post, details are limited on what exactly took place
  
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• "The Real Juneteenth" in the Fort

  17-06-2023 21:14 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — Juneteenth Fort Wayne celebrates "The Real Juneteenth;" honoring the important piece of Black history and culture through community engagement.The event is from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on June 17 at Kettler Park.The event will kick off with a performance by local artists and feature live music, spoken word poetry, and dance. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in interactive workshops and discussions, which focus on history, culture, and the continue
  
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• Father's Day in the Garden

  17-06-2023 21:01 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — What better way to celebrate your dad than a trip to the Botanical Gardens!From noon to 4:00 p.m. visit the Botanical Conservatory for a special Father's Day trip.While the family is entertained by live butterflies and beautiful garden displays, fathers can enjoy the visit with a beverage and snack available for purchase from Mad Anthony Brewing Company and Shigs in Pit (10:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. on Saturday and 12:00-3:30 p.m. on Sunday).
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• DeKalb and William Co. Sheriffs along with ISP work to combat impaired driving

  17-06-2023 19:09 via wane.com
  
  EDGERTON, Ind. (WANE) — On June 16, the Ohio State Highway Patrol in partnership with the Williams County Sheriff's Office, Indiana State Police and the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office teamed up to remove impaired drivers from roadways.Troopers and deputies conducted an OVI checkpoint in Ohio from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on U,S, Route 6, near the state lines. During this checkpoint, deputies made brief contact with the drivers that passed.Only westbound traffic was checked and 184 vehicles m
  
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• Here's the richest person in Indiana, according to Forbes

  17-06-2023 19:00 via wane.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) - Can you name the richest person in Indiana? Unless you have a billion dollars in your bank account, we can promise it isn’t you. As of 2023, nearly every state has a billionaire resident, according to Forbes, which released its list of the wealthiest people in the U.S. for the first time since 2019 on Thursday.Only three states are without a billionaire, as of June 2023: Alaska, Delaware and West Virginia. This wasn’t always the case for the latter, the outlet explai
  
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• Magnificent Freedom Fest 2023: uniting the community together

  17-06-2023 18:33 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — The 2023 Magnificent Freedom Festival celebrates Juneteenth while bringing the community together.Juneteenth is an annual holiday to observe the end of slavery in the United States. It marks the
  day when news of emancipation reached people in the deepest parts of the former Confederacy in Galveston, Texas, on June 19th, 1865.Celebrations and festivities were held all over the Fort. Including a parade, that highlights various local organizations.At Bishop Luers Hig
  
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• Macknificent Freedom Fest 2023: uniting the community together

  17-06-2023 18:33 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — The 2023 Macknificent Freedom Festival celebrates Juneteenth while bringing the community together.Juneteenth is an annual holiday to observe the end of slavery in the United States. It marks the
  day when news of emancipation reached people in the deepest parts of the former Confederacy in Galveston, Texas, on June 19th, 1865.Celebrations and festivities were held all over the Fort. Including a parade, that highlights various local organizations.At Bishop Luers Hi
  
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• Virginia man's alleged attempt to burn down Mary Todd Lincoln House is foiled by police officer

  17-06-2023 17:28 via wane.com
  
  LEXINGTON, Ky. (WDKY) — A Virginia man was arrested Thursday during an alleged attempt to burn down the Mary Todd Lincoln House in Lexington, officials say.A portrait of Mary Todd Lincoln seen in an exhibit in New York City in 1929. (AP Photo)
  Santosh Sharma, 29, was found by a Lexington police officer pouring gasoline on the rear of the building and holding a lighter in his hand, according to an arrest citation.The citations said Sharma had more gasoline in a drawstring bag tied to his ba
  
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• Kentucky man's alleged attempt to burn down Mary Todd Lincoln House is foiled by police officer

  17-06-2023 17:28 via wane.com
  
  Correction: A previous version of this story contained incorrect information regarding the suspect's state of residence.LEXINGTON, Ky. (WDKY) — A Kentucky man was arrested Thursday during an alleged attempt to burn down the Mary Todd Lincoln House in Lexington, officials say.A portrait of Mary Todd Lincoln seen in an exhibit in New York City in 1929. (AP Photo)
  Santosh Sharma, 29, was found by a Lexington police officer pouring gasoline on the rear of the building and holding a lighter in
  
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• Happy National Mascot Day!

  17-06-2023 17:10 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — Saturday, June 17 is National Mascot Day. From gameday hype-up to local community events, these mascots represent their team and the Fort. Time to celebrate them!Johnny TinCap, Fort Wayne Tin CapsIcy D. Eagle, Fort Wayne KometsOther mascots from area universities include,Don the Mastodon, Purdue Fort WayneRuby the Red Fox, Indiana University Fort WayneNorm the Forester, Huntington UniversityManny, Manchester UniversityJohnny Cougar, University of St. FrancisStorm,
  
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• ISP: Motorcyclist strikes vehicle after disregarding trooper and red lights

  17-06-2023 16:40 via wane.com
  
  VIGO COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) — Indiana State Police investigate as a Terre Haute man dies after striking a Jeep while on a motorcycle.The incident occurred on Friday, June 16 around 7:00 p.m. According to the ISP report, Trooper Daniel Organ attempted to pull over a 2012 Suzuki motorcycle at the intersection of 3rd St. and 8th Avenue. Trooper Organ noted that the motorcyclist disregarded the emergency lights. ISP: Kentucky woman arrested for driving under the influence with childrenThe motorcy
  
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• Crooked Lake Sandbar Music Fest to celebrate 10 years

  17-06-2023 15:26 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - The Crooked Lake Sandbar Music Fest is about to celebrate its 10th anniversary. The free concert festival starts in July.Jeb Bartley with the festival stopped by WANE 15 to share more. You can see that in the interview above.The Crooked Lake Sandbar Music Fest is on July 21 and 22. On Friday, the festival runs from 3 p.m. until fireworks. On Saturday, the festival runs from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. Admission is free. Still, you're encouraged to donate to the Humane Society
  
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• UPDATED: SR 8 and 900 E in Noble County is back open

  17-06-2023 15:00 via wane.com
  
  NOBLE COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) — UPDATED: Noble County officials state that SR 8 and 900 E is now reopen.A previous vehicle accident cause power lines to lie in the roadway. A press release states the roadways are clear of the lines.No further details were included in the release.
  
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• Noble County officials urging residents to take an alternative route

  17-06-2023 15:00 via wane.com
  
  NOBLE COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) — Noble County officials ask residents to avoid the area of SR 8 and 900 E.
  In a release, they stated an accident has caused power line damage, with lines in the roadway. The area is considered hazardous with emergency personnel working on the scene.More information will be released when it becomes available, no further details were included in the release.
  
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• ISP: Kentucky woman arrested for driving under the influence with children

  17-06-2023 14:14 via wane.com
  
  MIAMI COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) — Indiana Department of Child Services on scene after Indiana State Police arrested a Kentucky woman.According to the ISP report, Lt. TJ Zeiser conducted a traffic stop on Wednesday near US 31 and County Road 500 S, in Peru. He noted a 1995 Chevrolet driving at high speeds. FWPD: Speed believed to be factor in fatal crash near Kreager ParkThe vehicle failed to yield at the traffic stop while traveling 83 mph in the righthand lane. The report states that when Zeise
  
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• NCAA committee recommends dropping marijuana from banned drug list for athletes

  17-06-2023 13:09 via wane.com
  
  INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — An NCAA panel is calling for the removal of marijuana from the organization's list of banned drugs, suggesting that testing should be limited to performance-enhancing substances.The proposal released Friday from the Committee on Competitive Safeguards and Medical Aspects of Sports would mark a big change for the NCAA, which has been conducting drug tests at championship events since 1986. Committee members recommended halting cannabis tests at such events until a final
  
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• FWPD: Speed believed to be factor in fatal crash near Kreager Park

  17-06-2023 05:09 via wane.com
  
  ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) -- A man died following a single-vehicle crash near Kreager Park Friday night, according to the Fort Wayne Police Department (FWPD).Just before 8:30 p.m., police responded to a single-vehicle crash near the intersection of Shordon and Long roads.When officers arrived, they found a vehicle upside down and "severely damaged." Man in critical condition after accidentally pulling trigger on stolen gun: FWPDWitnesses at the scene told the FWPD that the vehicle was heading so
  
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• ISP, OSHP team up to combat impaired driving

  17-06-2023 03:52 via wane.com
  
  (WANE) -- On Friday, law enforcement agencies in Indiana and Ohio teamed up in an effort to deter impaired driving.Indiana State Police (ISP) and the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office collaborated with Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) and the Williams County Sheriff's Office to set up an OWI checkpoint and conduct patrols around the area of DeKalb and Williams counties. Federal judge grants partial block on Indiana’s gender-affirming care ban for minorsOSHP and the Williams County Sheriff's O
  
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• 2 students from Leo, Carroll receive full-ride scholarships to Ivy Tech

  17-06-2023 02:34 via wane.com
  
  ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) -- Six high school students received scholarships to attend Ivy Tech Community College Fort Wayne & Warsaw, and two local students will not have to stress over loans or costs.Ivy Tech awarded the students the Mark M. Suedhoff Endowed Scholarship - Chancellor's Merit Award, which provides two first-time students seeking their first associate degree with a full-ride scholarship.Abigail Cravens of Leo High School and Mackensi Evans of Carroll High School received the f
  
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