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• SACS votes on partnerships geared toward solving racial tensions within district

  18-07-2023 22:40 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- Southwest Allen County Schools (SACS) officials are one step closer to implementing a plan to help solve racial tensions ahead of the new school year following a viral social media post of a student in blackface in February.
  School board members voted on two potential partnerships Tuesday with Rise to Win and FAIR for All in separate votes.The board voted in favor of implementing the plan with FAIR for All, but voted against the proposed partnership with Rise to Win .S
  
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• SACS to vote on partnerships geared at solving racial tensions within district

  18-07-2023 22:40 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- Southwest Allen County Schools (SACS) officials could be one step closer to a plan to help solve racial tensions ahead of the new school year following a viral social media post of a student in blackface in February.
  School board members are expected to vote on two potential partnerships Tuesday with Rise to Win and FAIR for all.School board members were scheduled to vote on a partnership with Rise to Win last month but decided to slow things down. Two weeks ago, SACS
  
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• Wild on WANE: Animal Behavior

  18-07-2023 22:00 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - When people visit the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo, they might see the animals eating or playing or taking a snooze. Visitors only see them for a few minutes. It's just a small snippet of their day.But, the zoo tracks what the animals are doing all day long with welfare assessments. Each animal, more than 1,500, gets one done at least twice a year.
  "It's a lot of assessments. Our Animal Care Specialists are very busy," Allison Folsom, the zoo's Curator or Behavioral Husban
  
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• Las Vegas police search home in connection with Tupac Shakur murder

  18-07-2023 22:00 via wane.com
  
  LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - Las Vegas Metro police searched a home Monday as part of its ongoing investigation into the death of Tupac Shakur, police confirmed to Nexstar's KLAS.Shakur was shot and killed one block off the Las Vegas Strip in September 1996. His murder remains unsolved.Detectives served the search warrant at a home in Henderson near Interstate 11 and Wagon Wheel Drive, sources told KLAS.Police did not comment further. No arrest had been made as of Tuesday.Last year, two Las Vegas-based po
  
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• Indiana man charged with attempted murder after allegedly shooting at 3 deputies

  18-07-2023 21:10 via wane.com
  
  MUNCIE, Ind. (AP) — A central Indiana man accused of resisting arrest and shooting at three sheriff's deputies has been formally charged in the June attack.Tarron H. Conwell, 19, was charged Monday with three counts of attempted murder, one count of resisting law enforcement and a weapons-related misdemeanor by Delaware County prosecutors.Investigators said Conwell, who was wanted on a warrant, was pursued by the three Delaware County deputies as he fled on foot in Muncie on June 23. He al
  
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• Coroner rules on death of driver who crashed into trailer in southeast Fort Wayne

  18-07-2023 20:13 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - The Allen County Coroner has ruled on the cause of death for a driver who crashed into a trailer in a southeast Fort Wayne parking lot in April.Police responded around 9:20 a.m. April 28 to reports of a crash in the 6100 block of Decatur Road, near the intersection with Paulding Road. Police determined a car had crashed into a trailer on private property, and said it likely happened shortly after 12 a.m. Police investigate death of driver who crashed into trailer in sou
  
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• Back to School: How much will supplies cost you?

  18-07-2023 19:45 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- As the start of the 2023/24 school year draws closer, it's time for parents to hit the stores and pick up supplies their kids will need.Just like the last few years, experts are warning it will cost you more to get your children fully prepared this year.According to the National Retail Federation, which does annual studies on back-to-school costs, families with children in elementary through high school plan to spend an average of $890.07 this year. Indoor playground c
  
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• Frontier Airlines sale offers flights as low as $29

  18-07-2023 19:32 via wane.com
  
  KANSAS CITY, Mo. (WDAF) -- Frontier Airlines is celebrating its 29th anniversary with special rates for customers, but travelers need to act quickly to get the deal.The customer appreciation sale includes flights as low as $29 for travel through Nov. 15, 2023. Certain blackout dates apply.For an additional $29, travelers can add a bundle that includes a carry-on bag, a checked bag, and the ability to select a seat. There is also a $49 add-on bundle option that includes a refundable ticket. Both
  
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• ISP: I-69 crash near Auburn leaves man in critical condition

  18-07-2023 18:52 via wane.com
  
  (WANE) - A man is in critical condition Tuesday afternoon after a crash on Interstate 69 near Auburn that police suspect was caused by impaired driving.Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) announced the lanes were closed between IN 8, near Auburn, and Exit 334/US 6, one mile south of Waterloo.
  Indiana State Police (ISP) confirmed the crash happened around noon and involved a semitruck and a mowing tractor contracted by INDOT. ‘Holy grail of muscle cars:’ New Haven man looks t
  
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• Crash on I-69 shuts down northbound lanes from Auburn to Waterloo

  18-07-2023 18:52 via wane.com
  
  (WANE) - A crash on Interstate 69 has the northbound lanes blocked for several hours Tuesday.Indiana Department of Transportation announced the lanes are closed between IN 8, near Auburn, and Exit 334/ US 6, one mile south of Waterloo.
  Just before 12:30 p.m., INDOT said the closure would last four hours.WANE 15 has a crew on the way to the scene to learn more.
  
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• Multiple winning Powerball tickets sold in Indiana for Saturday, Monday drawings

  18-07-2023 18:38 via wane.com
  
  INDIANAPOLIS – No one hit the jackpot for Saturday’s or Monday’s Powerball drawing, but it’s certainly worth taking a second look at your tickets.Six tickets sold in Indiana for the drawings are worth either $50,000 or $100,000. No Powerball winner yet, jackpot hits $1 billionThe $100,000 winning ticket was for Saturday night’s drawing. Someone bought it at Meijer Store No. 152 at 6650 Whitestown Parkway in Zionsville. The ticket included Power Play.Another ticket f
  
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• Indoor playground coming to Jefferson Pointe this summer

  18-07-2023 16:33 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - An indoor playground where kids rule is coming to Fort Wayne.The signs are up for Kids Empire at Jefferson Pointe. The playground is located next to the mall office and Buckle.WANE 15 has reached out to officials with Jefferson Pointe and Kids Empire for details on the grand opening. A press release sent to WANE 15 from Kids Empire didn't specify a date, but states it's slated to open this summer.
  "Families are invited to recapture the magic of childhood and enjoy activ
  
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• Indoor playground coming to Jefferson Pointe

  18-07-2023 16:33 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - An indoor playground where kids rule is coming to Fort Wayne.The signs are up for Kids Empire at Jefferson Pointe. Find the playground next to the mall office and Buckle.WANE 15 has reached out to officials with Jefferson Pointe and Kids Empire for details on the opening.
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  Kids Empire has several other locations around the country, including one in Indianapolis. There are play structures for chi
  
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• Wrongful death lawsuit against Indiana senator reaches settlement

  18-07-2023 15:50 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - A settlement has been reached in a wrongful death lawsuit filed against an emergency room doctor elected as state senator.Court documents show there has been an "agreed resolution" in the case against Dr. Tyler Johnson, R-Leo-Cedarville. No further details have been released on the settlement.The lawsuit against Johnson stemmed from the death of 20-year-old Esperanza Umana, who was seen at Parkview Regional Medical Center’s emergency room in 2018 but released desp
  
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• Largest inline skating competition coming to Fort Wayne

  18-07-2023 15:09 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - Visit Fort Wayne is bringing the largest inline skating competition in North America to Fort Wayne this month.State Wars is a major roller hockey event comprised of state, provincial, and national teams competing in the United States Roller Hockey Championship. This year, 283 teams have entered into the competition, but only 3 of these teams reside from Indiana. Other countries participating in the championship include Canada, Columbia, Australia, Spain, Sweden, Cayman
  
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• Peacock to raise prices starting in August

  18-07-2023 14:03 via wane.com
  
  (WXIN) - Peacock subscribers are set for a price increase.Effective Aug. 17, the streaming service will go up by $1 for Premium subscribers (from $4.99 to $5.99) and $2 for Premium Plus subscribers (from $9.99 to $11.99). The Premium subscription includes advertisements, while the Premium Plus subscription gets rid of most ads and allows viewers to download content for offline viewing. Premium Plus also grants access to livestreaming of local NBC affiliates. Paramount+ to raise subscription pric
  
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• Dense Fog Advisory from Fort Wayne to the south

  18-07-2023 12:18 via wane.com
  
  A DENSE FOG ADVISORY has been issued for areas around Fort Wayne, south of Fort Wayne, and NW Ohio Counties of Van Wert and Paulding.You'll notice a big difference when you venture outside today with brighter sunshine and much less smokey. It will be a little warmer with heat and July humidity returning Wednesday and Thursday.Temperatures will climb quickly and will be in the middle to upper 70s at noon.
  Sunshine will be brighter this after without the smoke as highs will top out in the lower 80
  
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• No Powerball winner yet, jackpot hits $1 billion

  18-07-2023 11:41 via wane.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) -- The Powerball jackpot rose yet again to an estimated $1 billion after no winning ticket was sold for the latest drawing.No ticket for Monday’s drawing matched the white balls 5, 8, 9, 17, 41 and red Powerball 2. The jackpot was estimated at $900 million.The new jackpot for Wednesday’s drawing would be the third-highest in U.S. history and will keep growing until someone wins. Ticket buyers have a chance at $1 billion paid out in yearly increments or a $516.8 mi
  
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• A comfortable day with less humidity

  18-07-2023 09:33 via wane.com
  
  You'll notice a big difference when you venture outside today with brighter sunshine and much less smokey. It will be a little warmer with heat and July humidity returning Wednesday and Thursday.Temperatures will climb quickly and will be in the middle to upper 70s at noon.
  Sunshine will be brighter this after without the smoke as highs will top out in the lower 80s. Humidity will be in the comfortable range.It will be a clear and cooler night tonight with only a few clouds and a low in the uppe
  
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• Angola City Council shoots down controversial rezoning of concrete facility

  18-07-2023 05:37 via wane.com
  
  ANGOLA, Ind. (WANE) - Angola City Council voted no Monday night on a proposal to rezone an area owned by Speedway Professional Park. Officials planned to move their Speedway Redimix concrete facility, but it was shot down five to zero.The proposed area is located across the street from Scoops Ice Cream off S.R. 127. Officials with Speedway Redimix said they will possibly have to move from their current Angola location because the property is being sold and their lease could be terminated.Some re
  
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• Powerball: Winning numbers drawn for $900M jackpot

  18-07-2023 05:02 via wane.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) - It has been three months since the Powerball jackpot was hit, but that could all change following Monday's drawing.
  If a ticket (or tickets) matches the winning numbers below, the jackpot could be the third-largest grand prize in Powerball's history, and one of the largest lottery prizes in U.S. history.
  The numbers drawn Monday were: 5, 8, 9, 17, and 41, and red Powerball 21. The Power Play multiplier was 4X. These Powerball numbers have been drawn the most since the last jackpotAhe
  
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• Traffic stops lead to 3 separate arrests in Mercer County

  18-07-2023 04:16 via wane.com
  
  MERCER COUNTY, Ohio (WANE) -- Following a police detail on Monday, the Mercer County Sheriff's Office made three separate arrests involving a variety of charges.The department's Heroin Interdiction Team (HIT) conducted numerous traffic stops Monday that resulted in the three arrests.Authorities arrested 43-year-old Christopher L. Brockman, 51-year-old Brian Briesacker, and 22-year-old Anthony Abels.
  Christoper Brockman mugshot (Photo provided by the Mercer County Sheriff's Office)Brian Briesacke
  
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• Davis leads money race to replace Rep. Jim Banks; new candidates announce

  18-07-2023 04:02 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, IND. (WANE) -- In the race to replace Rep. Jim Banks (IN-3), Wendy Davis had the most cash on hand, according to reports filed with the Federal Election Commission.
  The campaign filings were due June 30.The filings seemed to confirm the conventional wisdom that the May 2024 Republican primary is expected to be crowded and expensive.Davis, the former Allen County judge, reported $431,261.17 raised, $101,916.21 dispersed, leaving $329,344.96 on hand.When looking at cash on hand, former
  
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• Davis leads money race to replace Rep. Jim Banks; new candidate announces

  18-07-2023 04:02 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, IND. (WANE) -- In the race to replace Rep. Jim Banks (IN-3), Wendy Davis had the most cash on hand, according to reports filed with the Federal Election Commission.
  The campaign filings were due June 30.The filings seemed to confirm the conventional wisdom that the May 2024 Republican primary is going to be crowded and expensive.Davis, the former Allen County judge, reported $431,261.17 raised, $101,916.21 dispersed, leaving $329,344.96 on hand.When looking at cash on hand, former Co
  
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• Davis leads money race to replace Rep. Jim Banks; new candidate announced

  18-07-2023 04:02 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- In the race to replace Rep. Jim Banks (IN-3), Wendy Davis had the most cash on hand, according to reports filed with the Federal Election Commission.
  The campaign filings were due June 30.The filings seemed to confirm the conventional wisdom that the May 2024 Republican primary is going to be crowded and expensive.Davis, the former Allen County judge, reported $431,261.17 raised, $101,916.21 dispersed, leaving $329,344.96 on hand.When looking at cash on hand, former Co
  
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• Officials: Sexual abuse allegation against former Fort Wayne priest found 'credible'

  18-07-2023 02:50 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- An sexual abuse allegation made against a former Fort Wayne priest who died in 2022 has been found "credible," according to the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.The Diocese recently learned of an allegation of sexual abuse of a minor made against Father Jan Klimczyk, who served at Saint Charles Borromeo Parish and Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Fort Wayne, as well as a church in Albion and Huntington.As a result, Klimczyk has been placed on the Diocese's lis
  
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• 'Holy grail of muscle cars:' New Haven man looks to sell car possibly worth millions

  18-07-2023 01:22 via wane.com
  
  AUBURN, Ind. (WANE) -- Gary Dodane, owner of Karl's Barber Shop in Fort Wayne, could soon turn $500 into over $2 million.Dodane is not secretly an alchemist or a bank robber, nor is he related to the man who turned water into wine.Instead, he is just a barber who happened across the deal of a lifetime."I thought [at the time], 'this is a lot of money for a used car,' then again I didn't know what I was buying," Dodane said.In June 1983, Dodane purchased a 1970 Plymouth Barracuda for $500 equippe
  
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• Improved air quality Tuesday

  18-07-2023 01:21 via wane.com
  
  A Severe T-Storm Watch is in effect through midnight for Jay County (including the city of Portland). However, as of 7 pm, the highest severe weather threat had shifted south into central Indiana.Smoke continues to be a big focus of our forecast after this hazy day. The good news is that the smoke is moving out and air quality is expected to be much better tomorrow.Air quality improves on Tuesday and no Air Quality Action Day has been declared.Temperatures this evening fall from around 80° d
  
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