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• Coroner identifies Huntington man who died in US 24 crash

  19-01-2025 20:09 via wane.com
  
  HUNTINGTON COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) -- The Huntington County Coroner has identified the man who died in the crash on US 24 Friday.
  The coroner identified the man as 29-year-old Briar M. Strle, of Huntington, Indiana. Strle's cause of death was identified as blunt force traumatic injuries according to the press release from the Huntington County Coroner's office.One dead after two separate crashes on US 24According to the release, Strle failed to recognize a slowing semi, causing him to crash into the
  
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• TikTok says it's restoring service to US users based on Trump's promised executive order

  19-01-2025 19:39 via wane.com
  
  TikTok said Sunday it was restoring service to users in the United States after the popular video-sharing platform went dark in response to a federal ban that President-elect Donald Trump said he would try to pause by executive order on his first day in office.Trump said he planned to issue the order to give TikTok’s China-based parent company more time to find an approved buyer before the popular video-sharing platform is subject to a permanent U.S.ban. He announced the move on his Truth
  
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• Snow showers Sunday before polar plunge

  19-01-2025 19:17 via wane.com
  
  It is a cloudy and cold day across northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio. Temperatures are down into the 20s now and it will be awhile until we are even this warm again...Watch out for a few lake effect snow showers to continue scattering through this evening. Some areas could still pick up a coating to a half an inch of snow, but impacts will overall be minimal. Just watch out for a few isolated slick spots on the roads.By tonight, we'll be left with just the slight chance for a snow shower and
  
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• TikTok says it's in the process of restoring service to US users

  19-01-2025 19:01 via wane.com
  
  TikTok says it's “in the process” of restoring service to users in the United States after the popular video-sharing platform went dark in response to a new law.The company that runs TikTok said in a post on X on Sunday that tech companies that faced fines if they didn't remove TikTok's app from the digital stores and other service providers had agreed to help.TikTok thanked President-elect Donald Trump, who on Sunday said he planned to sign an executive order after his inauguration
  
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• Hoosier women flock to Fort Wayne for pinball state championship

  19-01-2025 18:14 via wane.com
  
  Video shows a previous Positively Fort Wayne on Wizard's World.
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- Hoosier women from all over the state were in Fort Wayne Sunday to participate in the Women's State Championship for Pinball.
  With the tournament kicking off at noon, Fort Wayne Pinball Wizard's World Arcade invited all players throughout the state to participate for a chance to qualify for the national level competition, representing the state of Indiana.
  At the end of each calendar year, 16 players, each
  
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• Trump says he will issue an executive order Monday to get TikTok back up

  19-01-2025 16:41 via wane.com
  
  President-elect Donald Trump said Sunday that he plans to issue an executive order that would give TikTok's China-based parent company more time to find an approved buyer before the popular video-sharing platform is subject to a permanent U.S.ban.
  Trump announced the decision in a post on his Truth Social account as millions of TikTok users in the U.S. awoke to discover they could no longer access the TikTok app or platform. Google and Apple removed the app from their digital stores to comply wi
  
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• These notable inaugurations weren't held at the US Capitol. Here's why

  19-01-2025 16:39 via wane.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) – For decades, Americans have gathered at the Capitol Building in Washington D.C. to watch the inauguration of the incoming president, but there are some noteworthy exceptions.While the first and second inaugurations of President George Washington were held outside of Washington D.C., they were still held in the nation's capital, which was in New York City in 1789, and, for Washington's second inauguration in 1793, in Philadelphia.The inauguration ceremony would move to Washingto
  
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• Gaza ceasefire takes hold and the first handover of hostages is underway

  19-01-2025 16:15 via wane.com
  
  DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas took hold in the Gaza Strip on Sunday, ushering in an initial six-week period of calm and raising hopes for the release of dozens of militant-held hostages and an end to the devastating 15-month war. A last-minute delay by Hamas put off the truce's start by nearly three hours and highlighted its fragility.Hamas and Egyptian officials confirmed the handover of the first hostages to the Red Cross was underway, speaking on
  
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• Flipped semi blocks eastbound lanes on US 24

  19-01-2025 14:26 via wane.com
  
  ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) -- A semi on its side blocked eastbound US 24 lanes early Sunday morning.
  Dispatch confirmed with WANE 15 that a semi on its side blocked both eastbound lanes of US 24 near the I-469 intersection just after 8 a.m. Sunday.
  Dispatch also confirmed no one was injured in the crash but that the northbound I-469 ramp to eastbound US 24 was shut down as a result of the crash.Allen County Sheriff's Department sent out a 911 alert to avoid eastbound US 24 at I-469 until further
  
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• Doing Dry January? Try Swizzle Market:

  19-01-2025 14:00 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – A local business especially those who staying sober through the month.Dry January challenges those who enjoy alcohol to put down their boozy beverages for 31 days.But what should they pick up instead?Local cafe, bar and marketplace Swizzle Market offers a variety of options that may remind you of your favorite drink, minus the alcohol.In an interview with WANE 15, Crystal Vann Wallstrom, the founder of Swizzle, said she wanted to bring the "first non-alcoholic bev
  
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• Scattered Sunday snow showers

  19-01-2025 13:35 via wane.com
  
  This morning, the skies are cloudy, influenced by Lake Michigan. A few flurries are also flying across the area, but due to their light nature, they are not accumulating on the roadways for now. Skies stay cloudy for most of the day as winds stay northwesterly until overnight.Temperatures to start the day are in the upper teens and lower 20s across the area. Highs will be in the low-to-mid 20s for many. Morning wind chills are in the double digits. Stay warm!Scattered lake effect showers this mo
  
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• Notre Dame, Ohio State 1 day away from clash in national championship game

  19-01-2025 13:24 via wane.com
  
  INDIANAPOLIS — Notre Dame and Ohio State are just one day away from their clash in the College Football Playoff National Championship Game.The game will air nationally on ESPN at 7:30 p.m. The contest will be played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Notre Dame (14-1) clinched its spot in the national championship game by earning wins over Indiana, Georgia and Penn State in the first, quarterfinal and semifinal rounds, respectively.The Fighting Irish — seeded seventh in this year's
  
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• TikTok goes dark as US ban takes effect

  19-01-2025 11:06 via wane.com
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — Millions of TikTok users in the United States are no longer able to watch videos on the social media platform as a federal ban on the immensely popular app takes effect.
  The company's app was removed Saturday evening from prominent app stores, including the ones operated by Apple and Google, while its website told users that the short-form video platform was no longer available. The blackout began just hours before the law took effect.
  Users opening the TikTok app on Saturd
  
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• One life threatening condition in shooting near Electric Works

  19-01-2025 08:10 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – One person is in life-threatening condition after a shooting near Electric Works late Saturday night.Fort Wayne Police Officers (FWPD) responded to the 1400 block of Eagle Street, located just two blocks off of Taylor Street, on reports of a shooting just before 10:15 p.m.An officer at the scene told WANE 15 crew, that one person had been shot. The victim was taken to a local hospital in life-threatening condition.
  Officers also told WANE 15 that there's currently
  
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• One life threatening condition after shooting in neighborhood near Electric Works District

  19-01-2025 08:10 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – One person is in life-threatening condition after a shooting near Electric Works late Saturday night.Fort Wayne Police Officers (FWPD) responded to the 1400 block of Eagle Street, located just two blocks off of Taylor Street, on reports of a shooting just before 10:15 p.m.An officer at the scene told WANE 15 crew, that one person had been shot. The victim was taken to a local hospital in life-threatening condition.
  Officers also told WANE 15 that there's currently
  
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• One injured in shooting near downtown

  19-01-2025 08:10 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – One person is in life threatening condition after a shooting near downtown Friday night.
  Fort Wayne Police Officers (FWPD) responded to the 1400 block of Eagle Street on reports of a shooting just before 10:15p.m.
  An officer on scene told WANE 15 one person had been shot. The victim was taken to a local hospital in life threatening condition. Officers also told WANE 15 that there's currently no threat to the public.WANE 15 is working to learn more and will provide
  
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• One in life threatening condition after shooting in neighborhood near Electric Works District

  19-01-2025 08:10 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – One person is in life-threatening condition after a shooting near Electric Works late Saturday night.The Fort Wayne Police Department (FWPD) responded to the 1400 block of Eagle Street, located just two blocks off of Taylor Street, on reports of a shooting just before 10:15 p.m.An officer at the scene told a WANE 15 crew that one person had been shot. The victim was taken to a local hospital in life-threatening condition.Officers also told WANE 15 there's currentl
  
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• Police investigating shooting south of downtown Fort Wayne

  19-01-2025 04:46 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — The Fort Wayne Police Department is investigating a shooting south of downtown Fort Wayne Saturday night.
  Allen County Dispatch confirmed that a shooting was called out around 10:12 p.m. in the 1400 block of Eagle Street. An officer at the scene told WANE 15 one person was shot. The person was taken to an area hospital in life threatening condition.Police said there is no threat to the public at this time.We will keep you updated as we learn more.
  
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• The Bell Mansion Hosts a Magical Evening at the Starfall Ball

  19-01-2025 04:38 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – The historic Bell Mansion in Fort Wayne transformed into a scene straight out of a fantasy novel Saturday night, as it hosted the enchanting Starfall Ball.
  The event, inspired by the popular romance fantasy novel A Court of Thorns and Roses, promised to transport attendees into a magical world of wonder.The Bell Mansion, known for its rich history and timeless charm, provided the perfect backdrop for the evening. Guests arrived dressed in elegant go
  
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• Scattered snow Sunday before bitter cold arrives

  19-01-2025 04:30 via wane.com
  
  Fort Wayne saw its warmest day of the year so far on Friday, with a high in the mid-40s! Unfortunately, the warmth was not meant to last, as we remain on track to see a big blast of arctic air early in the new week.Skies will be overcast as you head out the door early Sunday morning. Temperatures will be in the upper teens and there may be a few spotty lake effect snow showers around.Spotty lake effect snow is possible under mostly cloudy skies early Sunday.Wind chills drop into at least the tee
  
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