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• FWFD and West Central Fire District talk procedures after rescuing man from pit

  17-04-2025 23:59 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – Fire crews said their emergency protocols helped save a man's life last Friday.A man was trapped after a cave-in at a construction site just outside of Fort Wayne.The Fort Wayne Fire Department medical team created the crush protocol back in 2024.
  FWFD officials told WANE 15 Thursday, they did not have procedures for cases like this before, which could have cost them critical time.The West Central Fire District was the first department on the scene. Firefighters f
  
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• County Commissioners: Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in solid shape, recent study affirms

  17-04-2025 23:58 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — Allen County officials are standing by the findings of a newly released 70–plus–page study on the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, asserting that the landmark facility remains in excellent condition and requires no immediate changes. ‘Useful life’: Study looks at future viability of Allen County War Memorial ColiseumThe comprehensive report examined over 20 key building systems and found nearly 80% rated “good” or &ldquo
  
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• Ball State University announces decision to 'revise or sunset' DEI policies

  17-04-2025 23:50 via wane.com
  
  MUNCIE, Ind. (WANE) -- Ball State University has announced its official decision to revise or sunset Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) policies, following an Executive Order issued by President Trump in January.
  In a special meeting hosted by the Ball State University Board of Trustees on Thursday, a resolution was passed to "revise or sunset policies relevant to demonstrating our compliance with the order, and the resolution terminates any program that would be in violation of applicable di
  
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• Ball State University announces decision to end or revise DEI policies

  17-04-2025 23:50 via wane.com
  
  MUNCIE, Ind. (WANE) -- Ball State University has announced its official decision to revise or sunset Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) policies, following an Executive Order issued by President Trump in January.
  In a special meeting hosted by the Ball State University Board of Trustees on Thursday, a resolution was passed to "revise or sunset policies relevant to demonstrating our compliance with the order, and the resolution terminates any program that would be in violation of applicable di
  
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• 'Milk is in my blood': 2025 Indy 500 milk women hail from northeast Indiana

  17-04-2025 23:08 via wane.com
  
  KENDALLVILLE, Ind. (WANE) -- Two women will represent northeast Indiana during the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 in late May as the race's milk presenters.Abbie Herr, a dairy farmer from Kendallville, and Ashley Stockwell, a Hudson native, will be the two presenters as part of the American Dairy Association of Indiana's Rookie + Veteran Farmer Program, which started in the mid 2000s and continues a tradition that dates back to 1936. Herr and Stockwell represent the second all-female pair
  
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• State Boulevard bar reopening after a decade

  17-04-2025 22:29 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - A storied establishment on State Boulevard is reopening in May.Most recently known as Nick's Martini and Wine Bar, the joint has stood vacant for the past 10 years. Upon its reopening, it will just be named "Nick's", as many loyal customers already call it. According to a press release from the owners, the opening is set for May 1.The reopening coincides with the need for more space at its neighbor's spot, The Village Tap, which has the same owners: brothers Chris and M
  
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• Two women busted for prostitution by undercover police at Fort Wayne massage parlors

  17-04-2025 20:20 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) The Fort Wayne Police Department conducted two undercover operations at separate massage parlors in Fort Wayne Wednesday that resulted in the arrests of two women for prostitution. The department acted on allegations that prostitution was taking place at the businesses.
  Both arrests were detailed in court documents filed Thursday.
  Xiongying Tang (L) and Honglan Li (R) photos provided by the Allen County Sheriff's Department.
  One arrest took place at M Spa, located at 2517
  
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• Wrong man, wrong bed, wrong treatment: Patient's death prompts medical board to discipline California doctor

  17-04-2025 20:11 via wane.com
  
  BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) – A California physician has been placed on five years’ probation by the state's medical board for administering a course of treatment to a patient that was intended for the patient in an adjacent hospital bed.
  His mistake led to the death of the patient who received the treatment in error.In September 2020, Dr. Rajeev Manu, a gastroenterologist with 50 years of experience in Bakersfield, California, ordered that unidentified “Patient 1,” a 67-y
  
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• Braun signs voter registration-related bill that does not allow student ID's as proper identification to vote

  17-04-2025 20:09 via wane.com
  
  INDIANAPOLIS -- Under a new bill recently signed by Indiana Gov. Mike Braun, student IDs will not be accepted as identification to vote.Senate Bill 10, a voter registration-centered bill, was signed by Braun on Wednesday. This bill amends the state's code concerning elections.Authored by Indiana State Republican Senators Blake Doriot, Chris Garten and Mike Gaskill, the bill passed the Indiana House of Representatives on April 1 and the Indiana Senate on April 7.$2 per pack cigarette tax is one p
  
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• DNR lifts boating restrictions on lakes in LaGrange and Noble counties

  17-04-2025 18:50 via wane.com
  
  INDIANAPOLIS (WANE) Heavy rains resulting in high water prompted the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to restrict boating on several lakes in northeast Indiana earlier this month. Thursday, those restrictions were lifted.The emergency order restricted the operation of motorized watercraft on the Indian Lakes Chain in LaGrange County, which consists of Dallas, Witmer, Hackenberg, Westler and Messick lakes, as well as on the West Lakes Chain, which consists of Waldron, Steinbarger, Ta
  
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• Two dead, multiple people hospitalized after gunman opens fire at Florida State University

  17-04-2025 18:35 via wane.com
  
  TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (NEXSTAR/WFLA) – At least two people have died and five people are hospitalized after a gunman, who is now in custody, opened fire at Florida State University Thursday, according to police.The two deaths are not students at the university, but the shooter is believed to be a student. Five people are being treated at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, and the shooter is also receiving medical attention.Multiple law enforcement agencies remain on site for the ongoing investigat
  
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• Two dead and 6 injured in Florida State shooting; gunman is deputy's son, police say

  17-04-2025 18:35 via wane.com
  
  TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (NEXSTAR/WFLA) – At least two people have died and six people are hospitalized after a gunman, who is now in custody, opened fire at Florida State University Thursday, according to police.The two people who died were not students at the university, but the shooter is believed to be a 20-year-old student named Phoenix Ikner, son of a local sheriff's deputy, according to Leon County Sheriff Walt McNeil.Ikner allegedly used his mother's former service weapon in the shooting.
  
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• Suspect in custody after shooting at Florida State University leaves multiple injured

  17-04-2025 18:35 via wane.com
  
  TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (NEXSTAR/WFLA) – Multiple people are hospitalized and a suspect is reportedly in custody following an active shooter alert at Florida State University.The emergency notification system for FSU had not indicated whether a suspect had been apprehended as of 2 p.m., but law enforcement sources for CNN and the Associated Press indicated that at least one suspect had been taken into custody. A Tallahassee Police spokesperson confirmed those reports, according to Nexstar's WFLA
  
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• Suspect in custody after shooting at Florida State University: AP

  17-04-2025 18:35 via wane.com
  
  TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WFLA) – Multiple people are hospitalized and a suspect is reportedly in custody following an active shooter alert at Florida State University.The emergency notification system for FSU had not indicated whether a suspect had been apprehended as of 2 p.m., but law enforcement sources for CNN and the Associated Press indicated that at least one suspect had been taken into custody.A local hospital also confirmed that at least six people had been hospitalized, with one in cri
  
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• Active shooter reported at Florida State University; multiple hospitalized

  17-04-2025 18:35 via wane.com
  
  TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WFLA) – An active shooter was reported at Florida State University on Thursday. The reported shooter was located in the area of the Student Union, according to university police.Police said they had responded to the scene as of 12:20 p.m. ET. As of 12:39 p.m., those in the area were being told to "continue to shelter in place."
  People on the campus and in the immediate area were also being told to lock and stay away from all windows and doors, according to an alert issue
  
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• Active shooter reported at Florida State University

  17-04-2025 18:35 via wane.com
  
  TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WFLA) — An active shooter was reported at Florida State University on Thursday.The reported shooter was located in the area of Student Union, according to university police.Police said they had responded to the scene as of 12:20 p.m. ET. As of 12:39 p.m., those in the area were being told to "continue to shelter in place."
  People on the campus and in the immediate area were also being told to lock and stay away from all windows and doors, according to an alert issued by
  
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• Don't get grounded by the REAL ID deadline this summer during your domestic travels

  17-04-2025 18:05 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — The REAL ID deadline creeps closer, as does the summer vacation travel rush. The deadline for the new ID requirement is May 7, 2025.
  The REAL ID Act was passed in 2005. It was a recommendation from the 9/11 commission. REAL ID is a minimum national requirement for state IDs and driver's licenses. According to the Department of Homeland Security, the REAL ID is to be more consistent on secure.
  "Identity verification is such a critical part of what TSA does, and we
  
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• Columbia City sex offender faces child porn charges

  17-04-2025 17:29 via wane.com
  
  COLUMBIA CITY, Ind. (WANE) - A Columbia City man who was already know to be a sex offender was arrested Wednesday after police discovered he was allegedly in possession of child porn.A tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children led Indiana State Police detectives to search a home near East Hickory Circle and County Road 600 East.Police then arrested Derek Gaff, 44, on three Level 5 felony counts and three Level 6 felony counts of possession of child pornography. He also face
  
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• Menendez brothers hearing moves forward, albeit with confusion

  17-04-2025 16:20 via wane.com
  
  (KTLA) – The resentencing hearing for Eric and Lyle Menendez moved forward Thursday morning despite a motion for delay filed by Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman.Hochman filed the motion Wednesday, saying he wanted time for the court to review a parole assessment ordered by Gov. Gavin Newsom earlier this year.“The People believe that it is very important that the Court request and obtain a copy of these comprehensive risk assessments prior to holding a resentencing
  
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• DA files motion to delay Menendez brothers' resentencing hearing

  17-04-2025 16:20 via wane.com
  
  (KTLA) – The resentencing hearing for Eric and Lyle Menendez, scheduled for Thursday morning, could be delayed due to a motion filed by Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman.Hochman filed the motion Wednesday, saying he wants time for the court to review a parole assessment ordered by Gov. Gavin Newsom earlier this year.Harvey Weinstein’s #MeToo retrial: What to know
  In February, Newsom directed the California Board of Parole Hearings to investigate whether the brothers
  
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• 'Gut-wrenching': 152 dogs rescued from 'extremely poor' conditions in Utah home

  17-04-2025 16:17 via wane.com
  
  OGDEN, Utah (KTVX) — Over 150 dogs were rescued from a home in Ogden, Utah, where they were reportedly living in "extremely poor and overcrowded" conditions, according to the Ogden Police Department.Lt. Will Farr with the Ogden Police Department said they responded to the home Tuesday after receiving a report of possible animal neglect. Upon arrival, the Ogden PD said officers rescued a total of 152 dogs. Lost toddler found miles from home by dog that guided him to safety, sheriff saysAll
  
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• New York family told missing woman was found dead, only to learn she's living in Detroit

  17-04-2025 14:32 via wane.com
  
  ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – A New York family is navigating an emotional journey after learning their loved one, whom officials declared dead last year, is actually alive and living out of state.Shanita Hopkins reached out to Nexstar's WROC with a very unusual situation. Her family had filed a missing person's report for her sister, Shanice Crews, in July 2021. They were concerned because she left two children behind and cut off all communication.In April 2024, police told the family their si
  
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• Indiana faces $2.4 billion budget shortfall according to updated revenue forecast

  17-04-2025 13:32 via wane.com
  
  ​INDIANAPOLIS--- According to Indiana’s latest revenue forecast, state lawmakers now have a $2.4 billion budget shortfall on their hands with less than two weeks to go before the legislative session concludes.“Everything’s on the table,” said State Sen. Ryan Mishler (R-Mishawaka), the Senate appropriations chairman. “I’m not being sarcastic…In the 21 years I’ve been here, and I was here during the recession in ’08 and [the] ’09 b
  
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• Braun announces 'nuisance bar' crackdown involving state police, excise police

  17-04-2025 13:32 via wane.com
  
  INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana State Police and Excise Police will work together to crack down on “nuisance bars.”Gov. Mike Braun made the announcement Thursday morning in a news release, saying ISP and the Indiana Alcohol & Tobacco Commission’s Excise Police would collaborate to address what he referred to as a “serious public safety threat.”“Nuisance bar” is a term used to describe bars, nightclubs and other establishments where crime and violence ar
  
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• Rob Gronkowski taking on entertainment role in 'Snake Pit' during first Indianapolis 500 next month

  17-04-2025 12:58 via wane.com
  
  INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Rob Gronkowski will have an entertainment role for his first Indianapolis 500 next month, serving as the grand marshal for the “Snake Pit,” the infield party that takes place during “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing.”Gronkowski played 11 seasons in the NFL before retiring after the 2021 season. He now serves as an NFL studio analyst for FOX, which has taken over as the exclusive broadcaster of the IndyCar Series and the Indy 500.“This is on
  
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• Warmest temps of week with severe potential

  17-04-2025 09:58 via wane.com
  
  We are experiencing the warmest temperatures of the week today and Friday. The pattern breaks down late Friday night and early Saturday morning, with the potential for severe storms followed by heavy rainfall through the first part of the Easter weekend.Temperatures will be much warmer this afternoonWe'll see some sunshine before clouds move in late this morning. Temperatures will warm quickly to the upper 50s by noon.
  Clouds and gusty southeast winds will bring in even warmer air this afternoon
  
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• Komets break attendance record for second straight year

  17-04-2025 04:52 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — As the Fort Wayne Komets head into playoff hockey, they are already setting new records.After finishing the regular season averaging 8,185 fans per game, the team beat its previous record set last season, which brought in 8,157 fans per game.They also had four games with more than 10,000 fans and three showings exceeding 9,000 fans."I think it's just continuing to provide good competition on the ice, good family-friendly entertainment, and providing good value," J
  
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• Construction begins for new Fort Wayne FC stadium

  17-04-2025 03:15 via wane.com
  
  ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) -- Construction is "formally underway" for the new stadium Fort Wayne FC will call home in 2026.Located at Bass Road and I-69, the stadium will be privately funded and be the largest outdoor stadium in northeast Indiana, according to the team.Construction at the site of Fort Wayne FC's future stadium (Photo provided by Fort Wayne FC)Construction at the site of Fort Wayne FC's future stadium (Photo provided by Fort Wayne FC)A rendering of Fort Wayne FC's new stadium, whi
  
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• 'Useful life': Study looks at future viability of Allen County War Memorial Coliseum

  17-04-2025 01:45 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- The Allen County War Memorial Coliseum has been a staple of Fort Wayne's entertainment scene since the structure's start in 1952.However, a 2024 "useful life" study commissioned by Coliseum management and county leaders aimed to take a look at the modern viability of the building as an entertainment destination and whether other courses of action need to be taken.Analysis BackgroundThe 72-page study, conducted by Conventions, Sports & Leisure International (CSL), a
  
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