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• Nissan recalls more than 236K cars due to steering wheel problem

  19-08-2023 23:41 via wane.com
  
  (The Hill) — Nissan has issued a recall for nearly a quarter million vehicles this week due to steering wheel issues, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said.About 236,000 Nissan Sentra sedans between the 2020 and 2022 model years have a weak tie rod in the steering wheel, which may bend or break, causing the vehicle to lose steering and crash, the recall report states. What’s the deal with the Bass Pro Shops pyramid in Memphis?Any Sentra drivers who feel that their s
  
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• Nearly 1 million child porn images found after house fire

  19-08-2023 18:57 via wane.com
  
  RICHMOND, Ind. - A Richmond man has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison after nearly 1,000,000 images and videos of child pornography were found in his home, according to the United States Attorney's Office, Southern District of Indiana.
  David Julien, 65, pleaded guilty to charges after the Richmond Fire Department found the child sex abuse images in his home. According to court documents, on Jan. 2, 2022 fire crews were dispatched to Julien's home who was making french fries in his kit
  
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• Indianapolis racer dies in 2-vehicle crash in Jackson County

  19-08-2023 18:57 via wane.com
  
  JACKSON COUNTY, Ind. — A Greenfield woman is dead following a two-vehicle crash on Interstate 65 in Jackson County.Indiana State Police reported that 24-year-old Ashlea Albertson was killed shortly after a white 2018 GMC Terrain she was riding in collided with a black 2016 Chevrolet Malibu. According to her Facebook page, Albertson was a professional driver and racer and was scheduled to race on Saturday in Shelby County.
  The Terrain, which was driven by 31-year-old Jacob Kelly of Indianap
  
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• Iowa State Fair husband calling contest returns after becoming viral sensation

  19-08-2023 18:43 via wane.com
  
  DES MOINES, Ia. (WANE) -- The husband calling contest has been a tradition at the Iowa state fair for over 40 years and this year it makes its big return after becoming a viral sensation.This year barely any room is left on the signup sheet as women from all over the world come to participate in the contest. Women of all ages come to call their husbands for dinner, some even dressing up to set the scene for viewers of the contest.
  Even in its virality, one woman continues to return year after ye
  
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• You 'Wannabe' at 90s Night?

  19-08-2023 17:47 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — Miss the 90s? Well, jam over to Headwaters Park for 90s Night!Join the fun from 7:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. This is a 21+ event only, attendees must have a valid ID.Tickets are $5 in advance and $10 at the gate.An $100 prize will be awarded for the Best 90s Outfit at 10:00 p.m.Tickets are on sale now, click here. https://www.wane.com/top-stories/pick-the-best-wing-at-wings-beer-and-bbq-fest-2023/Decade Divide & DJ Trend playing Sublime & Nirvana, Goo Goo Dolls
  
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• Fort Wayne Movie Theater takes part in National CatVideoFest

  19-08-2023 16:52 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — Fort Wayne Cinema Center is having a purr-fect day.CatVideoFest 2023 is on August 19.The event is at 2:00 p.m., tickets can be found here. Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo celebrates birth of baby orangutanCatVideoFest is a compilation reel of the latest and best cat videos culled from countless hours of unique submissions and sourced animations, music videos, and classic internet powerhouses. CatVideoFest is a joyous communal experience, only available in theaters
  
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• Pick the best wing at Wings Beer and BBQ Fest 2023

  19-08-2023 16:06 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — Get your tastebuds ready for Wings Beer and BBQ Fest!Happening on August 19 from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Headwaters ParkBeer sampling will be at 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Wristbands for the sampling are available. With pricing at $5 for two samples and $15 for all four. Fort Wayne’s largest block party Open Streets is back!Several different beer selections will be available for sampling between 12:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. for 21+ attendi
  
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• These Indiana counties drink more than others, study finds

  19-08-2023 16:00 via wane.com
  
  INDIANA (NEXSTAR) — Do you know how many adults in Indiana identify themselves as heavy drinkers? Would you want to know?Earlier this year, the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute released its 2023 County Health Rankings and Roadmaps report, which is meant to raise awareness about factors that can impact health outcomes and disparities nationwide.Researchers use numerous data points to determine the length and quality of life on a state-by-state basis. Among those factors i
  
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• Stolen car pursuit causes officer to fire shots in Beech Grove

  19-08-2023 14:18 via wane.com
  
  BEECH GROVE, Ind. (WANE) -- A police pursuit over a stolen vehicle led to an officer-involved shooting Friday afternoon.Early afternoon Beech Grove police were informed of a stolen vehicle that was reported in Indianapolis, and at 12:20 pm a Beech Grove officer observed the stolen maroon Honda at a gas station. When attempting to stop the vehicle, the driver fled. In the pursuit, the officer made at least two attempts to immobilize the vehicle with a PIT (precision immobilization technique) mane
  
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• 8/18 Highlight Zone - 2023 Season Kicks Off

  19-08-2023 06:05 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - East Noble rolled 45-7 in the Highlight Zone "Game of the Week," Snider blasted Warren Central, but many SAC programs had a rough go of it in week one as the 2023 season kicked off Friday night.
  
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• Police respond to submerged car in St. Marys River near downtown Fort Wayne

  19-08-2023 05:12 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- Police are along the St. Marys River near downtown Fort Wayne Friday night as authorities attempt to get a car out of the river.Crews could be seen along the river near the intersection of Van Buren and Superior streets as they attempted to remove the car from the middle of the river.Police have not yet confirmed if anyone was in the car when it went into the river.Authorities told WANE 15 they were struggling to remove the car from the river due to party boats that we
  
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• Wabash special events continue Saturday

  19-08-2023 04:50 via wane.com
  
  WABASH, Ind. (WANE) - There is a lot going on in downtown Wabash this weekend. There is something to do for the entire family. Weekend Weather ForecastFirst off, the city is hosting the annual Dave Kunkel Cruise-In Car Show. Funds raised at the event go toward ALS research in honor of Dave Kunkel, a native of Wabash County. Approximately 400 to 500 classic vehicles are parked around the Honeywell Center. It is completely free to stop by and view all of the vehicles on display from 9 AM to 3 PM S
  
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• Indiana State Police arrests Roanoke couple for child sex crimes

  19-08-2023 02:43 via wane.com
  
  ROANOKE, Ind. (WANE) -- A Roanoke couple has been arrested and charged with child sex crimes following a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, according to Indiana State Police (ISP).ISP received the cyber tip Wednesday and served a search warrant at a home on Palace Drive in Roanoke Thursday.Investigators with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security also assisted with the search warrant, according to ISP.As a result of the investigation, ISP arrested 35-year-old Ceci
  
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• Parkview Health to phase out labor, delivery services at hospitals in DeKalb, LaGrange counties

  19-08-2023 02:09 via wane.com
  
  (WANE) -- Parkview DeKalb and Parkview LaGrange hospitals will no longer be offering labor and delivery services starting sometime in September, according to Parkview Health.The services will still be available at Parkview hospitals in Allen, Huntington, Noble and Whitley counties.Parkview Health cited "ongoing challenges in ensuring sustainable access to high-quality obstetrics services" at rural hospitals across the country as one reason for the decision.Moving forward, Parkview Health will im
  
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• Hot stretch starts Sunday

  19-08-2023 01:29 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - Following a refreshing week of below average high temperatures, get set for a big change.Throughout the work week, we have not hit 80° once. For the upcoming week of August 20, we're expected to be close to and hit 90° multiple times.
  Our first 90° day in the 10 Day Forecast comes on Sunday. The increase in heat is accompanied by an increase in humidity.Conditions become uncomfortable by Sunday and remain that way through, at least, the middle of next week.T
  
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• Fort Wayne Children's Zoo celebrates birth of baby orangutan

  19-08-2023 00:30 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- The Fort Wayne Children's Zoo recently welcomed a baby orangutan to the more than 1,500 animals currently at the zoo.Tara, a 28-year-old Sumatran orangutan, gave birth to a baby boy at 11:13 p.m. Wednesday.Tara, a Sumatran orangutan, holds her newborn at the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo (Photo provided by the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo)
  Kami Fox, director of Animal Health and Conservation, said the baby orangutan marks the third orangutan birth at the zoo since 2006."We ar
  
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• 'One bad ear of corn:' Aunt Gena's Gourmet Sweet Corn works to keep honor system amid rise in thefts

  19-08-2023 00:15 via wane.com
  
  ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) -- Across the Fort Wayne area, residents can find numerous food stands selling ears of corn from Aunt Gena's Gourmet Sweet Corn in Hicksville, Ohio.While people can often find heaps of corn and some customers shopping at each stand, the stands lack a common feature that makes Aunt Gena's unique: employees.Since Aunt Gena's started over 10 years ago, each stand has utilized the honor system, meaning customers are expected pay for what they take without any oversight from
  
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