• Seven dead, 19 injured in air ambulance crash in Philadelphia

    Seven dead, 19 injured in air ambulance crash in Philadelphia
    PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Authorities sifted through burned cars, damaged homes and charred debris Saturday to gather clues that might explain why an air ambulance exploded into a fiery ball as it crashed on a busy Philadelphia street, killing seven and leaving no survivors on board.
    The small plane carrying six people, including a child who had just undergone treatment at a hospital, crashed just after takeoff from the small Northeast Philadelphia Airport, creating what witnesses described as a
  • 1 injured in crash after striking a tree in DeKalb County

    1 injured in crash after striking a tree in DeKalb County
    DEKALB COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) -- One was injured in a crash Saturday morning when the struck a tree after failing to negotiate a curve.Photo shows the car following the Saturday morning crash.
    According to a press release from DeKalb County Sheriff's Department, a driver was westbound on State Road 8 at the intersection of County Road 71 just before 11 a.m.The driver failed to negotiate a curve, causing the car to leave the roadway, rotate and strike a tree.
    The driver was taken to an area hospital
  • Officials: Seven dead, 19 injured in air ambulance crash in Philadelphia

    Officials: Seven dead, 19 injured in air ambulance crash in Philadelphia
    PHILADELPHIA (AP) — At least seven people were killed and 19 were injured when an air ambulance crashed into a busy Philadelphia intersection, officials said Saturday. The dead from Friday’s accident include a child who was receiving treatment at a Philadelphia hospital and her mother.Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed that all six of those on board the jet — including a child who had received medical treatment at a Philadelphia hospital — were killed. All the
  • Showcase your talent at Pop-Up Jam Session

    Showcase your talent at Pop-Up Jam Session
    FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - There's a chance to show off your talents at Promenade Park soon, at the Pop-Up Jam Session.Jesús Rosario, Event Coordinator at River Fort Wayne, stopped by WANE 15 to share details on what guests can expect. You can see that in the interview above.The Pop-Up Jam Session will be held on Sunday, February 9th from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Park Foundation Pavilion at Promenade Park. It is free to attend.
    To sign up for a confirmed slot, call 260 427 6216 in advance.
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  • tiny little donuts served with a side of cookies: tiny little donuts joins Dirty Dough

    tiny little donuts served with a side of cookies: tiny little donuts joins Dirty Dough
    FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- A donut shop specializing in all things tiny has joined Dirty Dough, a cookie shop, to offer two one-of-a-kind baked goods.The donut shop tiny little donuts, joins Dirty Dough, giving customers the chance to add donuts and coffee to their order.
    This comes after tiny little donuts announced in late 2024 that they would have a secondary location inside Sweets on Main in downtown Fort Wayne.
    The donut shop usually holds up shop in the airstream, but with the colder
  • Step aside, roses: Botanical Conservatory celebrates orchids this February

    Step aside, roses: Botanical Conservatory celebrates orchids this February
    FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – An iconic flower is receiving extra attention this February.Orchids take center-stage at the Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory for a local club's weekend-long showcase and a month-long exhibit.The Three Rivers Orchid Society is holding their annual Orchid Show on Saturday and Sunday. According to the society's Facebook Page, visitors can admire member's prized flowers, peruse plants and potting material up for sale and learn how to pot their own bloo
  • Brief return to highs in the 30s

    Brief return to highs in the 30s
    Skies are partly cloudy this morning and notably colder as cold air surges behind the Friday weather system. Temperatures are tumbling through the upper 20s, falling to around the mid-20s at daybreak. Back to wearing that winter coat!A few roadways/parking lots/driveways may remain slick this morning as the wet conditions caused some freezing overnight. Keep an eye on those roadways this morning.Temperatures through the AM will rebound from the 20s, reaching the 30s in the afternoon. We will see
  • 1/31 Highlight Zone - Wayne tops Bishop Luers

    1/31 Highlight Zone - Wayne tops Bishop Luers
    FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - In one of the most anticipated games of the season, Wayne topped Bishop Luers 74-66 in the Highlight Zone "Game of the Week" as the Generals improved to 6-0 in conference, taking a big step toward the program's third-straight SAC title.
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  • Two vehicle crash stalls lanes on US 30

    Two vehicle crash stalls lanes on US 30
    WHITLEY COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) -- A two-vehicle crash on US 30 stalled lanes Friday evening.Whitley County Dispatch confirmed with WANE 15 that the Sheriff's Department was working a crash on US 30.
    Indiana State Police Sgt. Wes Rowlader told WANE 15 that they were working an injury crash at US 30 near County Road 700 East.
    According to Sgt. Rowlader, two vehicles were involved in the crash. Rowlader confirmed at least one person was transported to an area hospital it's unclear the extent of their
  • Two drivers suffer serious injuries in crash on US 30

    Two drivers suffer serious injuries in crash on US 30
    WHITLEY COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) -- Two drivers suffered serious injuries after a crash on US 30Friday evening.According to a release, Indiana State Police are investigating a crash, involving a wrong-way driver, that happened around 8:05 p.m. on US 30 near County Road 700 East.A Nissan Rogue, driven by 66-year-old Sandra McCoy of Columbia City, was traveling westbound in the eastbound lanes of US 30 near County Road 700 East. It collided head-on with a Kia Sedona, driven by 39-year-old Kathleen John
  • Temps dip Saturday, surge Sunday

    Temps dip Saturday, surge Sunday
    After our Friday rain and snow showers, some slick spots may develop on the pavement, especially on bridges and overpasses, as temps fall below freezing. Be careful out there.Our lowest temps in the early morning decrease to the mid-20s.Saturday morning lows are in the 20s.Behind Friday's rainy weather system, some colder air flows in. As a result, our high temperatures Saturday will be lower than on Friday. Saturday's highs will be in the mid-30s. High pressure will be moving in and we'll go fr
  • Person in life threatening condition after being struck by vehicle on Covington Road

    Person in life threatening condition after being struck by vehicle on Covington Road
    FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- Officers and emergency response are at the scene of a crash where a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle Friday night.
    Dispatch confirmed with WANE 15 that officers were responding to the area of Getz and Covington Road on reports of a crash involving a pedestrian.
    Dispatch also confirmed that a pedestrian was hit by a vehicle and they are in life-threatening condition.
    A public safety alert was issued asking the public to avoid the area of Covington Road West of Getz Ro
  • Man dead after being struck by vehicle on Covington Road

    Man dead after being struck by vehicle on Covington Road
    FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- One man is dead after being struck by an SUV on Covington Road Friday night.Public Information Officer Sergeant Nichter told WANE 15 crew at the scene that a person was traveling west, when they struck the man. The individual stopped briefly, got out of their vehicle but then fled the scene shortly after.
    Sgt. Nichter confirmed that the man was pronounced dead.Dispatch confirmed with WANE 15 that officers were responding to the area of Getz and Covington Road on report
  • Public Safety Alert issued as water rescue teams respond to St Joseph River

    Public Safety Alert issued as water rescue teams respond to St Joseph River
    FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- A public safety alert has been issued after water rescue crews were called out to the St Joseph River Friday night.
    A Public Safety Alert was issued asking people to avoid the area of St Joe Center Road between North Clinton Street and St Joe Road for the next hour while crews are on scene.
    According to dispatch, a water rescue team responded to the area of St Joe Center Road and Martin Luther Drive on reports of a water rescue.It has not been confirmed at this time if
  • Small plane crashes into residential Philadelphia neighborhood

    Small plane crashes into residential Philadelphia neighborhood
    PHILADELPHIA (NEXSTAR) — A small plane carrying two people has crashed in Northeast Philadelphia as crews respond to a fiery scene Pennsylvania’s governor said Friday.Gov. Josh Shapiro said he is offering all “Commonwealth resources as they respond to the small private plane crash in Northeast Philly.”Nexstar's WHTM reports that the crash happened less than 3 miles (4.8 kilometers) from Northeast Philadelphia Airport, which primarily serves business jets and charter
  • Private plane crashes into residential Philadelphia neighborhood

    Private plane crashes into residential Philadelphia neighborhood
    PHILADELPHIA (NEXSTAR) — A small plane carrying two people crashed in Northeast Philadelphia Friday night, Pennsylvania’s governor confirmed.Gov. Josh Shapiro said he's offering all “Commonwealth resources as they respond to the small private plane crash in Northeast Philly.”Nexstar's WHTM reports that the crash happened less than 3 miles (4.8 kilometers) from Northeast Philadelphia Airport, which primarily serves business jets and charter flights. Philadelphia&rsquo
  • Private plane crashes in Philadelphia, sets home ablaze

    Private plane crashes in Philadelphia, sets home ablaze
    PHILADELPHIA (NEXSTAR) — A small plane carrying two people and headed for Missouri crashed in Northeast Philadelphia Friday night, Pennsylvania’s governor confirmed.Gov. Josh Shapiro said he's offering all “Commonwealth resources as they respond to the small private plane crash in Northeast Philly.”Nexstar's WHTM reports that the crash happened less than 3 miles (4.8 kilometers) from Northeast Philadelphia Airport, which primarily serves business jets and charter fli
  • Medical plane carrying pediatric patient crashes in Philadelphia, sets homes ablaze

    Medical plane carrying pediatric patient crashes in Philadelphia, sets homes ablaze
    PHILADELPHIA (NEXSTAR) — A medical transport jet headed for Missouri and carrying a child patient and five others crashed in Northeast Philadelphia Friday night, Pennsylvania’s governor and the company that owns the plane confirmed.The plane’s owner, Jet Rescue, provides global air ambulance services, confirmed Friday night that six people were on board, including four crew and a pediatric patient and their escort.
    "At this time, we cannot confirm any survivors," Jet Rescue sai
  • Ambulatory plane carrying pediatric patient crashes in Philadelphia, sets homes ablaze

    Ambulatory plane carrying pediatric patient crashes in Philadelphia, sets homes ablaze
    PHILADELPHIA (NEXSTAR) — A medical transport jet headed for Missouri and carrying two people and four crew members crashed in Northeast Philadelphia Friday night, Pennsylvania’s governor and the company that owns the plane confirmed.The plane’s owner, Jet Rescue, provides global air ambulance services, confirmed Friday night that six people were on board, including four crew and a pediatric patient and their escort.
    "At this time, we cannot confirm any survivors," Jet Rescue sa
  • A small plane has crashed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania governor says

    A small plane has crashed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania governor says
    PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A small plane has crashed in Northeast Philadelphia as crews respond to a fiery scene Pennsylvania’s governor said Friday.Gov. Josh Shapiro said he is offering all “Commonwealth resources as they respond to the small private plane crash in Northeast Philly.”The crash happened less than 3 miles (4.8 kilometers) from Northeast Philadelphia Airport, which primarily serves business jets and charter flights. Philadelphia’s emergency management of
  • 'It doesn't feel right raising our prices': Brooklyn Pints Microcreamery closing doors

    'It doesn't feel right raising our prices': Brooklyn Pints Microcreamery closing doors
    FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- A local ice cream shop will be closing its doors for the last time after three years of business.In a Facebook post-Friday, Brooklyn Pints Microcreamery announced they made the "incredibly hard decision" to close their business.Owners Brian and Trisha said in the post, "Making ice cream has always been our passion and we believe that we reached our goal with our full intentions."
    The reason for the closure comes back to rising costs, with the owners saying, "It doesn't
  • Elkhart County Prosecutor reveals details of deadly Martin's Supermarket shooting

    Elkhart County Prosecutor reveals details of deadly Martin's Supermarket shooting
    ELKHART, IN (WSBT) — Elkhart County Prosecutor Vicki Becker provided disturbing details of the deadly shooting on Monday at Martin's Super Market.New, tragic and heart-breaking details were revealed about the moments that led up to Monday night's Martin's Supermarket Shooting in Elkhart that killed two people and left two officers hurt.While the investigation is far from over, the Elkhart County Prosecutor described the 19-year-old Martin's employee's violent encounter with the suspec

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