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• Cold and soggy end to the weekend continues

  04-05-2025 23:00 via wane.com
  
  A stalled out area of low pressure continues to bring us cool and unsettled weather across northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio. Have a jacket and an umbrella close by, as it will be a few days until we are clear from this system...A band of heavy rain passed through this morning, caused some flooding of low-lying areas. While the heaviest rain has departed, we have been left with some lingering showers and areas of drizzle. Track the precipitation this evening by clicking here.We have only clim
  
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• 32 injured in Missouri shuttle bus crash: Authorities

  04-05-2025 22:14 via wane.com
  
  HERMANN, Mo. (KTVI) — Thirty-two people were hurt when a trolley carrying dozens crashed Saturday morning near Hermann, Missouri, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.The Hermann Volunteer Fire Department reports the bus was carrying at least 41 people. A Highway Patrol crash report states that at least 32 people suffered injuries, ranging in severity from minor to serious. The victims reportedly ranged in age from 27 to 68 years old.The crash occurred around 10:45 a.m. Saturday
  
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• Body of man reported missing after Hurricane Helene flooding recovered

  04-05-2025 19:58 via wane.com
  
  JONESBOROUGH, Tenn. (WJHL) — The remains of a man reported missing after Hurricane Helene in September have been found in Tennessee, authorities confirmed.Human remains were found along the Nolichucky River in rural Washington County, about 90 miles east of Knoxville, on Thursday.
  On Saturday, the Washington County Sheriff's Office confirmed that the remains are those of Steven Cloyd.“Crews clearing debris located the remains, and our Investigators worked with the medical examiner to
  
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• 2 people, a dog dead after small plane crashes in Los Angeles-area neighborhood

  04-05-2025 18:41 via wane.com
  
  SIMI VALLEY, Calif. (KTLA) — Two people and a dog are dead after the small plane they were flying in crashed in a Los Angeles-area neighborhood on Saturday.At around 1:51 p.m., about 40 firefighters responded to calls that a plane had crashed into two homes with smoke showing in the Wood Ranch community of Simi Valley, officials confirmed.The Simi Valley Police Department issued an alert at 2:40 p.m., telling the public that a plane crash near High Meadow Street had closed the road, warnin
  
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• Summit City Vintage Fest rescheduled due to rain

  04-05-2025 14:48 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- Those interested in all things retro will have to wait till June as the annual Summit City Vintage Fest has been rescheduled.
  In an Instagram post from Summit City Vintage, the festival was rescheduled due to rain.Summit City Vintage Fest, hosted by Summit City Vintage, gives all those searching for those good old-school vibes a chance to find it all in one place. Hosted at 110 West Columbia Street, the event was set to feature 25 different clothing vendorsAlongside th
  
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• Find things old, but new to you at Summit City Vintage Fest

  04-05-2025 14:48 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- If you're interested in all things retro, head down to Summit City Vintage Fest happening Sunday from noon to 6 p.m.
  Summit City Vintage Fest, hosted by Summit City Vintage, gives all those searching for those good old-school vibes a chance to find it all in one place. Hosted at 110 West Columbia Street, the event features 25 different clothing vendorsAlongside the vintage-style drinks are available to purchase from Night Train, which, according to their website, offer
  
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• Local artists unite for benefit concert to support The Center for Nonviolence

  04-05-2025 14:05 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — The Center for Nonviolence will be hosting a benefit concert to support local programs. The concert will be on Sunday, May 4.
  The Center for Nonviolence is a nonprofit in Fort Wayne that has a mission to create homes, communities, and the world free from violence. The center serves Fort Wayne and Northeast Indiana through education, advocacy, and support to end domestic violence and other forms of violence.
  All proceeds raised from the concert will go towards
  
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• A chilly and soggy Sunday

  04-05-2025 13:13 via wane.com
  
  A low pressure system persists across the region, continuing to provide gloomy skies and rain showers. As long as this stalled out low hovers across the region, more rain and cloudy conditions can be expected, which will not be until Tuesday night. So, trade out those sunglasses for a rain jacket or umbrella today, and hold onto them for the beginning of the workweek too.This weekend's weather system parks itself nearby, giving us some cloudy, chilly May days.
  After a dry end to our Saturday, ra
  
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• Komets wallop Walleye 6-1, tying series at 1-1

  04-05-2025 04:03 via wane.com
  
  TOLEDO, Ohio (WANE) - After missing out on a chance to steal game one, the Komets stomped on the rival Walleye in a 6-1 win in game two of the Central Division Finals on Saturday.With the win, the Komets tie the best-of-seven series at 1-1. It also snaps the Walleye's 27-game win streak against Central Division opponents in the playoffs.Fort Wayne cracked the scoreboard first for the second time in as many nights late in the first period. Zach Jordan scored off a deflected shot from Ethan Keppen
  
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• Soggy and chilly end to the weekend ahead

  04-05-2025 04:00 via wane.com
  
  A stalled out area of low pressure continues to bring us cool and gloomy May weather across northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio. Unfortunately, it will be a few days until this system scoots out of here, so clouds and shower chances will continue to be in play... You'll want to have a jacket and the umbrella close by.This weekend's weather system parks itself nearby, giving us some cloudy, chilly May days.
  After a dry end to our Saturday, rain will develop across the area by the time we get to
  
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• 'Slap in the face:' Doden and Surack at odds with Mayor over North River future

  04-05-2025 02:24 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — In April Chuck Surack and Daryle Doden made an announcement.  A signed Real Estate Purchase Offer to purchase the over 25-acre property known as the North River Property.At the time, the city simply told WANE 15, "We appreciate the interest from Mr. Surack and Mr. Doden but the City owned North River property is not for sale."The city is planning on building a fieldhouse on the lot, a catalyst of youth sports, but apparently they didn't pass along the message
  
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• At least 15,000 USDA employees accept voluntary resignation offer

  04-05-2025 02:22 via wane.com
  
  (The Hill) — Thousands of employees at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) accepted the Trump administration’s voluntary resignation offer, leading to a significant reduction in force.The decrease accounts for about 15 percent of the total workforce at the department which regulates food quality, agriculture development and nationwide nutrition efforts. A USDA spokesperson told The Hill that as of May 1, 15,182 employees elected to take a resignation offer.
  “Secretary [Br
  
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• 'Everything is at risk': PBS Fort Wayne reacts to Executive Order ending its federal funding

  04-05-2025 01:48 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — PBS Fort Wayne is 'preparing for the worst and hoping for the best' after President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday, ceasing federal funding from flowing to NPR and PBS.The Corporation for Public Broadcasting, or CPB, will stop funding both media stations. According to the executive order, the CPB fails to abide by the principles of impartiality by funding the stations with taxpayer dollars."Which viewpoints NPR and PBS promote does not matter,"
  
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• Sovereignty outduels 3-1 favorite Journalism in stretch to win 151st Kentucky Derby in the slop

  04-05-2025 01:40 via wane.com
  
  LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Sovereignty outdueled 3-1 favorite Journalism down the stretch to win the 151st Kentucky Derby in the slop on Saturday.Trainer Bill Mott won his first Derby in 2019, also run on a sloppy track, when Country House was elevated to first after Maximum Security crossed the finish line first and was disqualified after a 22-minute delay.This time, he knew the result immediately.Journalism found trouble in the first turn and jockey Umberto Rispoli moved him to the
  
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• Rain develops tonight into Sunday

  04-05-2025 01:30 via wane.com
  
  A stalled out area of low pressure will continue to bring us cool and gloomy May weather across northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio. You'll want to have a jacket and the umbrella close by.Unfortunately, it will be a few days until this system scoots out of here, so clouds and shower chances will be in play until the middle of the upcoming week...This weekend's weather system parks itself nearby, giving us some cloudy, chilly May days.
  After a dry evening, rain is expected to develop and become
  
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