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• Severe storms produce risk of tornadoes tonight

  07-05-2024 23:43 via wane.com
  
  Severe storms are moving across the region tonight. Tracking today's severe weather potentialA Tornado Watch has been issued until as late as 11 PM for the entire area.Severe weather, including the risk of tornadoes, is possible until as late as 11 PM.
  We already experienced some rain/storms this morning into early this afternoon. The atmosphere has become more unstable, though, thanks to some afternoon sunshine and increasing temperatures. Highs ended up near 80° and there's a good amount o
  
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• Tuesday's severe weather over

  07-05-2024 23:39 via wane.com
  
  UPDATE: Our Tuesday night, May 7, severe storm threat has ended. It was, indeed, a damaging night of weather across the area.
  For the most up-to-date-outlook, click here to go to our WANE Video Forecast.Check out the photo gallery of storm damage and reports from across the area: LOOK: Storm damage across northeast Indiana, viewer photos and videos
  
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• Tracking Tuesday's severe storms

  07-05-2024 23:39 via wane.com
  
  UPDATE: Our Tuesday night, May 7, severe storm threat has ended. It was, indeed, a damaging night of weather across the area. With the storms clear of the area, the information contained in the original post below is now updated.
  For the most up-to-date-forecast, click here to go to our WANE Video Forecast.Check out the photo gallery of storm damage and reports from across the area: LOOK: Storm damage across northeast Indiana, viewer photos and videosSevere storms are moving across the region to
  
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• Convicted felon charged in shooting involving 'revolver-like gun'

  07-05-2024 22:47 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- A Fort Wayne man is facing four gun-related felony charges after allegedly shooting at least two people around 4:20 p.m. Monday.The Allen County Prosecutor's Office charged 42-year-old Amos L. Manning with two counts of battery with a deadly weapon, one count of criminal recklessness with a deadly weapon and unlawful carrying of a handgun. All charges are Level 5 felonies.A witness told officers in court documents Manning reportedly fired a "revolver-like gun" into the
  
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• Indiana students share why they're taking a 'gap year'

  07-05-2024 22:25 via wane.com
  
  SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WSBT) - Many of this year's high school graduates already know what lies ahead after they have their diploma in hand. Some will go straight to college, others will go into the workforce. There is a growing number of students who are taking a year off or a gap year.A gap year has been seen in the past as unconventional, but it is now being considered a time for personal growth and exploration. IU South Bend launched a brand-new program to help guide recent high school graduates
  
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• Cool down this summer with Rita's Ice in southwest Fort Wayne

  07-05-2024 22:00 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - A refreshing new business brings Italian ice, frozen custard and gelato all to one spot in southwest Fort Wayne.Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard opens Wednesday at 6312 Covington Road. While the grand opening is set for June 14, the sweet shop is opening its doors more than a month ahead of time so fans of the chain don't have to wait any longer to enjoy this location close to home.
  Rita's Ice on Covington RoadRita's Ice in southwest Fort Wayne
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• Clock ticking: Monday deadline for plea deal in state trooper's killing

  07-05-2024 21:50 via wane.com
  
  In this video from March 2023, Terry Sands walks to court.DEKALB COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) - A Marion man accused of killing an Indiana State trooper by hitting him with a Jeep on Interstate 69 in DeKalb County last year has until Monday to accept a plea deal.That's according to the DeKalb Superior Court judge presiding over the case involving 43-year-old Terry Dewaine Sands II, who is charged with murder and several other felonies in the death of Master Trooper James Bailey.Sands appeared in court Tu
  
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• Late afternoon headlines Tuesday, May 7

  07-05-2024 21:44 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - Here are your late afternoon headlines for Tuesday, May 7.
  
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• Allen County Public Library to temporarily close Shawnee branch

  07-05-2024 21:12 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- The Allen County Public Library's (ACPL) Shawnee branch will be temporarily closed for a few days as the library works to install a new HVAC system for the building.According to the ACPL, the closure will start Wednesday, and the library will reopen Saturday, May 11. Allen County Public Library adds StoryScape learning space to Pontiac branchDuring the closure, visitors will not be able to access the building and the parking lot.The ACPL recommended going to nearby bra
  
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• Severe storms produce risk of tornadoes today

  07-05-2024 20:40 via wane.com
  
  Showers are likely with severe storms especially late this afternoon and early evening with the threat of damaging winds and large hail and some tornadoes are also possible. As a result, a Tornado Watch is in effect until 9 pm for areas west of Fort Wayne.Severe weather, including the risk of tornadoes, is possible until as late as 9 pm. Tracking severe weather TodayThe big question mark is just how much we'll warm up between rounds of thunderstorms. The more we warm, the more unstable the atmos
  
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• Missing 7-year-old and 10-year-old found safe

  07-05-2024 20:09 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - Two boys who went missing Tuesday morning northeast of downtown have been found.In a public safety alert Tuesday afternoon, FWPD said officers were searching for a 10-year-old wearing a red shirt, grey pants and red shoes, and a 7-year-old wearing a grey shirt, grey pants and red shoes or Crocs. Both boys were last seen near Lakeside Park around 10 a.m.Shortly before 3 p.m., dispatchers confirmed the children had been found safe. Details have not been released.FWPD sent
  
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• FWPD searching for missing 7-year-old and 10-year-old

  07-05-2024 20:09 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - Fort Wayne Police are looking for two missing boys who were last seen Tuesday morning northeast of downtown.Police are searching for a 10-year-old wearing a red shirt, grey pants and red shoes, and a 7-year-old wearing a grey shirt, grey pants and red shoes or Crocs, FWPD announced in a public safety alert. Both boys were last seen near Lakeside Park around 10 a.m.Anyone with information on where the boys may be should contact FWPD at 260-427-1222.
  
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• Woman killed in crash on US 33 identified as 85-year-old

  07-05-2024 19:57 via wane.com
  
  ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) - The woman who died Saturday in a crash on U.S. 33 has been identified as an 85-year-old.The Allen County Coroner identified the woman Tuesday as Mary E. Cox from Fort Wayne.The crash happened around 9:15 a.m. on U.S. 33 near Felger Road in northwest Allen County.Cox was pronounced dead at the hospital that morning.The coroner determined her death was caused by a blunt force injury from the crash, and it was ruled an accident.The crash is still under investigation.
  
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• Severe storms are likely this afternoon/evening

  07-05-2024 19:41 via wane.com
  
  Showers are likely with severe storms especially late this afternoon and early evening with the threat of damaging winds and large hail and some tornadoes are also possible.There is an enhanced risk (Level 3 out of 5) of severe weather today Tracking severe weather TodayThe big question mark is if we'll see sunshine between rounds of thunderstorms creating instability and the set-up for severe weather late this afternoon. The second round of storms will begin after 3 pm.Higher dew points will br
  
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• Severe storms likely this afternoon/evening

  07-05-2024 19:30 via wane.com
  
  Showers are likely with severe storms are possible especially late this afternoon and early evening with the threat of damaging winds and large hail.
  There is an enhanced risk (Level 3 out of 5) of severe weather today Tracking severe weather TodayThe big question mark is if we'll see sunshine between rounds of thunderstorms creating instability and the set-up for severe weather late this afternoon. The second round of storms will begin after 3 pm.Higher dew points will bring in more low-level m
  
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• Boy Scouts of America changing its name to be more inclusive

  07-05-2024 18:20 via wane.com
  
  IRVING, Texas (AP) — The Boy Scouts of America is changing its name for the first time in its 114-year history and will become Scouting America. It's a significant shift as the organization emerges from bankruptcy following a flood of sexual abuse claims and seeks to focus on inclusion.The organization steeped in tradition has made seismic changes after decades of turmoil, from finally allowing gay youth to welcoming girls throughout its ranks. With an eye on increasing flagging
  
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• Penske suspends Cindric and 3 others in the wake of a cheating scandal ahead of the Indianapolis 500

  07-05-2024 17:11 via wane.com
  
  (AP) - Roger Penske on Tuesday said he has suspended the president of Team Penske along with three others for two races for their roles in the cheating scandal that has rocked IndyCar ahead of the Indianapolis 500.Penske said in an interview with The Associated Press that a review done by his general counsel found that the team had no "malicious intent by anyone” and chalked up the incident as a breakdown in internal processes and miscommunication.He also said he remains committed to reign
  
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• Delphi murder trial rescheduled for October; defense voices discontent with timeline

  07-05-2024 16:15 via wane.com
  
  In this video from May 6, 2024, Richard Allen is moved to the Allen County Jail ahead of the May 7 hearing.ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) - The Delphi murder trial has been moved to October following a hearing Tuesday at the Allen County Courthouse.The prosecution and the defense for Richard Allen - the man charged with four counts of murder in the 2017 deaths of 13-year-old Abby Williams and 14-year-old Libby German - met in Fort Wayne to discuss several issues.At the forefront were concerns raised
  
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• Delphi murder trial rescheduled for October

  07-05-2024 16:15 via wane.com
  
  ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) - The Delphi murder trial has been moved to October following a hearing Tuesday at the Allen County Courthouse.Richard Allen's defense attorneys withdrew their motion for a speedy trial at the hearing. The defense argued they would need more than the 15 days that had been allotted for the trial that was previously scheduled to last through the end of May.The trial is now slated for Oct. 14 to Nov. 15.In the meantime, a hearing is scheduled for May 21-23 in Carroll Count
  
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• From renters to owners: Young adults are purchasing homes in these US cities

  07-05-2024 15:14 via wane.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) - Buying your first home can be an exciting yet scary process. All that saving and searching can be stressful, especially when you're unsure where you'd like to settle down.Thanks to some research by MoneyGeek, they've been able to pinpoint where young adults have been buying homes the most in the country.MoneyGeek analyzed over 320 cities throughout the U.S. using data from the 2022 American Community Survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau. In this survey, they focused o
  
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• What to expect during Tuesday's hearing in the Delphi murders case

  07-05-2024 13:16 via wane.com
  
  ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. – Several issues will be under discussion in the Delphi murder case when attorneys for the prosecution and defense gather in Allen County Tuesday.Last week, Special Judge Fran Gull scheduled a pretrial hearing for May 7 after a flurry of motions from both sides. The hearing comes about a week ahead of jury selection in the trial of Richard Allen.Allen charged in high-profile 2017 caseAllen faces four counts of murder in connection with the February 2017 deaths of Abby Wi
  
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• Severe storm potential during the afternoon/evening

  07-05-2024 12:05 via wane.com
  
  Showers are likely with severe storms are possible especially this afternoon and early evening with the threat of damaging winds and large hail.There is an enhanced risk (Level 3 out of 5) of severe weather today Tracking severe weather on TodayMost of the morning will be quiet with our first chance of showers and a few storms by late this morning and the threat of showers and storms will continue until noon.The big question mark is if we'll see sunshine between rounds of thunderstorms creating
  
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• Severe storms are possible this afternoon/evening

  07-05-2024 09:50 via wane.com
  
  Showers are likely with severe storms are possible especially this afternoon and early evening with the threat of damaging winds and large hail.There is an enhanced risk (Level 3 out of 5) of severe weather today Tracking severe weather on TodayMost of the morning will be quiet with our first chance of showers and a few storms by late this morning and the threat of showers and storms will continue until noon.The big question mark is if we'll see sunshine between rounds of thunderstorms creating
  
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• Tracking Today's Severe Weather Potential

  07-05-2024 09:45 via wane.com
  
  Severe storms are possible today and through the early evening. The timeframe for severe weather will be from about 3 to 9 pm showers and storms are possible through the late morning but the severe weather risk will be during the afternoon and early evening.
  Large hail and gusty winds are the greatest threats this afternoon and early evening
  The threat will diminish after 9 pm and light showers are possible until midnight.A strong or severe line of thunderstorms move through late this afternoon
  
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• Tuesday starts dry, then storm potential increases

  07-05-2024 04:52 via wane.com
  
  During the early morning, our temperatures end up as low as the low 50sTuesday morning lows are in the 50s. Some spots in northwest Ohio may dip to the upper 40s.No rain is out there yet, but there is a storm threat during the day Tuesday for a couple rounds of thunderstorms.Some storms could produce large hail and gusty winds, with our best chance of seeing severe storms occurring between 3 pm and 9 pm. Conditions will be right for isolated tornadoes, so we'll be monitoring that risk closely in
  
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• Looking ahead to the 2024 Indiana primary elections

  07-05-2024 03:26 via wane.com
  
  ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) - The 2024 Indiana Primary elections are Tuesday, May 7. Wane 15 spoke with the Allen County Democratic Party Chair, Derek Camp ahead of the primaries.
  Camps says they are focused on the Allen County County Council At-Large race, where he believes this is the party's best shot at flipping a seat.
  "We have five candidates running for three spots," said Camp. "With those candidates especially having some strong ones in there who have run before like Kevin Hunter, especial
  
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• Looking ahead to the 2024 Indiana primary election

  07-05-2024 03:26 via wane.com
  
  ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) - The 2024 Indiana Primary elections are Tuesday, May 7. Wane 15 spoke with the Allen County Democratic Party Chair, Derek Camp ahead of the primaries.
  Camps says they are focused on the Allen County County Council At-Large race, where he believes this is the party's best shot at flipping a seat.
  "We have five candidates running for three spots," said Camp. "With those candidates especially having some strong ones in there who have run before like Kevin Hunter, especial
  
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• Michigan man charged for soliciting a child in Wells County

  07-05-2024 03:17 via wane.com
  
  UPDATE: This story has been updated with information from Mason Mayor Russell Whipple.
  LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) -- The now-former vice chair of Mason's Planning Commission is in the Wells County Jail in Indiana after being arraigned on charges including soliciting a child "to engage in sexual intercourse."Seth A. Waxman was charged in Wells Circuit Court, before Judge Kenton Kiracofe, Monday morning on three charges. He faces a charge of child solicitation -- solicitation to engage in sexual interc
  
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• New restaurants, entertainment and sports in New Haven: Fields of Grace moves forward

  07-05-2024 02:21 via wane.com
  
  NEW HAVEN, Ind. (WANE) — New Haven's bid to cash in on youth sports might have more going on under the surface than an iceberg.
  The 150-acre project boasts a 140,000-square-foot indoor multi-sport fieldhouse with a 5-basketball court layout that can flex to ten volleyball courts in addition to outdoor fields, but that is really just one piece.Market-driven retail, restaurants, entertainment, medical facilities and high-end, luxury multi-family residential development are all slated to bols
  
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• SENTENCED: Man faces 66 years in woman’s 2021 killing

  07-05-2024 01:25 via wane.com
  
  Video above shows WANE 15 initial coverage of Martin being charged.FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- A 20-year-old man was sentenced to 66 years in prison after being found guilty of killing a woman who might have been targeted as part of a gang hit in 2021.Nathaniel Martin was found guilty of murder and a felony count of assisting a criminal in the killing of 20-year-old Ayania Starr Coker.GUILTY: Man faces up to 71 years in woman’s 2021 killing
  Martin was accused of being one of the indivi
  
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• Quiet tonight, severe storm chance tomorrow

  07-05-2024 01:18 via wane.com
  
  For this evening, only some scattered clouds are around and temps are falling through the 60s and end up as low as the low 50s during the early morning.No rain is out there tonight, but there is a storm threat tomorrow for a couple rounds of thunderstorms.A risk of severe weather exists across the entire area Tuesday. ome storms could produce large hail and gusty winds, with our best chance of seeing severe storms occurring between 3 and 9 pm. Conditions will be right for isolated tornadoes, so
  
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• Tracking Tuesday's severe weather potential

  07-05-2024 01:07 via wane.com
  
  We're tracking the potential for severe weather beginning Tuesday afternoon as well as an additional chance for a few strong to severe storms later Wednesday night.All of northeast Indiana and northwestern Ohio falls within either the "Slight" or "Enhanced" risk categories, levels 2 and 3 out of 5, on Tuesday.
  Storms are possible as early as 10 am Tuesday, but they are not likely to be as strong as the storms that are around after 3 pm.A risk of severe weather exists across the entire area Tuesd
  
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• Shopper recounts hiding in Glenbrook mall dressing room during shooting

  07-05-2024 00:52 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE)— Saturday's shooting at Glenbrook Square Mall that left two people injured sent some shoppers running for their lives and others taking cover in stores, hoping they would make it out alive.Jennifer Boen was shopping for pants at JCPenny. When she was in a dressing room, she heard someone yell that there was a shooting and that everyone needed to be quiet. Then, she heard people in the the rooms next to her praying. That's when the reality of the situation began to s
  
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• Severe storms possible tomorrow

  07-05-2024 00:01 via wane.com
  
  We have pleasant May weather on this Monday evening. No rain is out there tonight, but There is a severe weather threat tomorrow for a couple rounds of thunderstorms. Some could produce large hail and gusty winds with our best chance of seeing severe storms between 3 and 9 pm. READ: Tracking severe weather on TuesdayA risk of severe weather exists across the entire area Tuesday.For this evening, only some scattered clouds are around and temps fall through the 60s and end up as low as the low 50s
  
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