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• City officials split on proposal aiming to encourage diverse housing options in Fort Wayne

  20-11-2024 23:08 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- Proposed amendments to current zoning ordinances are weaving their way through city and county government in an effort to create more housing options in Fort Wayne and Allen County.The amendments revolve around accessory dwelling units (ADUs), which are classified as a second living space that features separate cooking, sleeping and bathroom facilities from the primary building on a property.Currently, similar structures can be built, but these amendments would forgo t
  
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• Week starts off warm with rain, ends cold with snowflake potential

  24-11-2024 22:41 via wane.com
  
  A weather system is moving through the region tonight and it brings scattered rain showers starting overnight. Low temps will drop to the low 40s and our sky becomes cloudy, again, with these periods of rain.More scattered rain showers continue on-and-off through the day tomorrow. Highs will be above average, in the mid-50s, helped along by gusty S/SW winds reaching speeds up to 30 mph. still get into the mid-50s, though, as mild air rushes in from the south. The best chance of rain tomorrow com
  
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• Possible traffic tie ups downtown starting Monday

  24-11-2024 20:20 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- Those traveling through downtown Monday may experience some traffic delays as crews install a water service line.
  Starting Monday morning, lasting until late afternoon, the far south lane of E Jefferson Blvd between Monroe and Francis Street will be closed. This is due to crews installing a water service line.Motorists could experience some delays as a result of the lane closure and are being asked to plan accordingly.
  
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• Michael Strahan announced as Pace Car driver for 2025 Indy 500

  24-11-2024 18:35 via wane.com
  
  INDIANAPOLIS — Michael Strahan, a Pro Football Hall of Famer, two-time Emmy winner, "Good Morning America" co-host and longtime analyst for "FOX NFL Sunday" will be the honorary Pace Car driver for the 109th Indianapolis 500, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway announced on Sunday during "FOX NFL Sunday."According to a press release, Strahan will drive a 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 coupe. This vehicle has 1,064 horsepower and can reach speeds of up to 233 mph. IMS said this is the highest top
  
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• Clouds starting to dissipate early this afternoon

  24-11-2024 18:23 via wane.com
  
  Even though Sunday has "sun" in it, we saw overcast skies rule the morning. The good news is that it will not stay cloudy for the entire day, as sunshine looks to break out this afternoon, with some clouds already dissipating. This will be from a warm front that lifts itself through the area. More clouds do return overnight.Afternoon temps climb through the mid-to-upper 40s, reaching around the 50° mark across the area.Even with the day starting off cloudy, we will see temperatures climb int
  
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• Fort Wayne NFL native hosts turkey drive

  24-11-2024 17:26 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- Sunday a Fort Wayne NFL native will host a turkey drive to give back to the community.
  Sunday, at the Chateau on Broadway, Jaylon Smith will be giving away turkeys as a way to support families in need on Fort Wayne's southeast side.
  The event will run from 3 to 5 p.m. or until turkeys run out.
  
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• Infant dead, 10 people sick in listeria outbreak tied to ready-to-eat meat and poultry

  24-11-2024 17:07 via wane.com
  
  (AP) — A California infant has died and at least 10 other people have been sickened in an outbreak of listeria food poisoning tied to ready-to-eat meat and poultry products that include chicken feet, duck neck, beef shank and pork hock, federal health officials reported Friday.Yu Shang Food, Inc., of Spartanburg, South Carolina, has recalled more than 72,000 pounds of meat and poultry products tied to the outbreak, according to the U.S. Agriculture Department. Some products were
  
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• Indiana University students react to football team’s first loss of the season

  24-11-2024 15:38 via wane.com
  
  BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — A historic run has come to an end for Indiana University football. The now-10-1 Hoosiers lost their first game of the season on Saturday against Ohio State.“The first drive went well,” said Dylan Wagler, an IU fan. “We scored, and then after that, ugh, it was a rough one. I can’t lie.”“It was good, and then I just started getting a little sad as the game went on,” said Jayden Wampler, another fan.“I was crying,” said
  
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• Delphi murders victim honored by her friends at holiday charity event

  24-11-2024 15:37 via wane.com
  
  DELPHI, Ind. — It's been nearly two weeks since a jury found Richard Allen guilty of killing Abby Williams and Libby German in Delphi in 2017. On Saturday, a tradition honoring one of the girls brought the community together.Williams' friends participated in an effort known as Operation Christmas Child. Community members spent two hours at the VFW in Delphi putting together 250 gift boxes that will be sent to children around the world as part of the Samaritan's Purse project.Williams
  
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• Local temple opens Alan Grinsfelder architect exhibit

  24-11-2024 14:00 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — Congregation Achduth Vesholom welcomes community members to dive into the mind of a local architect as they peruse his designs and artistic endeavors.According to the temple's website, this collection illuminates Alan Grinsfelder's accomplishments; from his contributions to the Fort Wayne skyline during his long career with Grinsfelder Associates Architecture to his more recently created paintings.Grinsfelder is the oldest Purdue Fort Wayne student as he cont
  
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• Warm start to the week with colder air on the way

  24-11-2024 13:36 via wane.com
  
  Thanks to upper-level clouds, we're seeing a bit of a chilly start to this morning, with temperatures in the 30s. A light coat may be necessary this morning. Temperatures get into the upper 30s by 9 AM.Even though Sunday has the word "sun" in it, overcast skies will rule across the area this morning. The good news is that it will not stay cloudy for the entire day, as sunshine looks to break out this afternoon. This will be from a warm front that lifts itself through the area today. More clouds
  
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• Mild couple days ahead with rain chances Monday

  24-11-2024 04:30 via wane.com
  
  After several days of unsettled weather, it was a quiet start to the weekend across northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio. It was, however, a day filled with clouds and below average temperatures...Look for overcast skies to still be in place as you head out the door early Sunday morning for any plans. Temperatures will be as low as the mid-30s to get the day started, so make sure you bundle up.Temperatures drop down into the mid-30s early Sunday under cloudy skies.
  We're warming up though on Sun
  
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• 2 dead after crash on I-69 north of Union Chapel Road

  24-11-2024 03:09 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — The Allen County Sheriff's office was dispatched to the crash on Saturday evening north of mile marker 317 of I-69, the exit onto Union Chapel Road.Police are investigating the crash that has killed at least 2 people according to the Allen County Sheriff's Department.The crash is still under investigation, WANE 15 is on the scene and will update you when we learn more.
  
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• Overcast with the slight chance for drizzle

  24-11-2024 00:30 via wane.com
  
  After several days of unsettled weather, it has been a quiet start to the weekend across northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio.Clouds remain in place this evening and there is the slight chance for some areas of drizzle as we progress into tonight. You really should not need the umbrella though, with temperatures dropping down into the mid-30s overnight.We're cloudy with a slight drizzle chance tonight.Low temperatures drop into the mid-30s.We're warming up on Sunday, thanks to southerly winds! L
  
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• What to watch for in Sunday's Lions-Colts game

  23-11-2024 23:37 via wane.com
  
  INDIANAPOLIS — Areas of interest in the Indianapolis Colts’ Sunday meeting with the Detroit Lions at Lucas Oil Stadium.Kickoff: 1 p.m.Broadcast: FOX59.Spread: Lions by 7½.History lesson, Part I: The Colts lead the overall series 22-19-2 and have won five of the last six. That one blemish was a 39-35 Detroit win on its most recent visit to Indy. It was the 2016 season-opener, and quarterback Andrew Luck’s return after missing the last seven games of ’
  
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• Hyundai, Kia recall over 200K electric cars over power issues

  23-11-2024 21:37 via wane.com
  
  (The Hill) — Hyundai and Kia announced this week recalls for more than 200,000 electric vehicles due to loss of drive power that can increase the risk of crash, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Hyundai’s recall encompasses over 145,000 cars, including some IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 EVs along with Genesis GV60, Genesis GV70 and Genesis G80 models. NHTSA said in a Thursday letter that the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may get damage
  
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• Hoosiers fall to the Buckeyes 38-15, ending 10 game winning streak

  23-11-2024 21:28 via wane.com
  
  COLUMBUS, Oh. (WANE) -- The Hoosiers had high hopes heading into Saturday's game against the Buckeyes, but they ultimately lost, ending their record-breaking 10-game winning streak.Initially, IU fans were hopeful with Hoosier scoring a touchdown at 6:54 in the first quarter with a 2-yard Touchdown run by Ty Son Lawton.The game was quickly flipped with Will Howards' 11-yard touchdown pass to Emeka Egbuka, the Buckeyes getting another touchdown just 7 minutes later with TreVeyon Henderson's 4-yard
  
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• City of Butler back under Boil Water Advisory

  23-11-2024 20:41 via wane.com
  
  BUTLER, Ind. (WANE) -- The City of Butler is back under a Boil Water Advisory after it was lifted Friday.
  According to a post on the City of Butler's Facebook page, the city is back under a Boil Advisory Saturday "until further notice." Initially, a Boil Advisory was put into effect Wednesday, later being lifted Friday.
  The post also states that they are continuing maintenance in order to clear up the issue. It is still unclear what is causing the Boil Advisory.
  
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• A cloudy Saturday with slight drizzle chances

  23-11-2024 16:51 via wane.com
  
  The lake-effect showers have concluded this morning as winds have shifted to a more westerly direction. It will still be a bit breezy outside, though not as breezy as the past few days, with gusts up to 20 mph at times. Another round of showers, scattered and only a slight chance, will also be possible early this afternoon. Not everyone will see these, and we'll be devoid of the chances by 3 PM.Temperatures through the remainder of the morning, thanks to the overcast skies, crawl into the mid-40
  
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• Holiday displays light up northeast Indiana

  23-11-2024 16:18 via wane.com
  
  INDIANA (WANE) -- As we head into the holiday season, holiday lights displays are set to light up the sky in not only Fort Wayne but surrounding towns and cities as well. See just a few of the holiday displays that jumpstart your holiday cheer below!Fort Wayne offers multiple holiday lights displays with the new addition Parkview Field showing off over a million lightsto Blue Jackets Fantasy of Lights. Both light festivities offer families the opportunity to experience the magic either from the
  
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• Cloudy Saturday with slight drizzle chances

  23-11-2024 16:00 via wane.com
  
  The lake-effect showers have concluded this morning as winds have shifted to a more westerly direction. It will still be a bit breezy outside, though not as breezy as the past few days, with gusts up to 20 mph at times. Another round of showers, scattered and only a slight chance, will also be possible early this afternoon. Not everyone will see these, and we'll be devoid of the chances by 3 PM.Temperatures through the remainder of the morning, thanks to the overcast skies, crawl into the mid-40
  
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• WATCH: The new floats you'll see in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

  23-11-2024 14:02 via wane.com
  
  NEW YORK (WPIX) - Some real characters are getting ready for next week’s holiday activities in New York City.Six new balloons and seven new floats will appear in this year's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. As big as the floats are, they also must be small. Their big move is the day before Thanksgiving when they travel from New Jersey to Manhattan. "They all can reduce to about the size of a city bus. We transport them from New Jersey through the Lincoln Tunnel to our starting lin
  
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• Drizzle dissipating, but still a cloudy Saturday

  23-11-2024 13:49 via wane.com
  
  Skies are overcast and gloomy this morning. Scattered areas of lake-effect drizzle have lingered across the area but will dissipate later this morning. Thanks to the low-level cloud cover, temperatures are only in the low-to-mid 40s to start the day, which is relatively mild for the later parts of November.The lake-effect showers conclude this morning as winds shift to a more westerly direction instead of northwest. It will still be a bit breezy, though, with gusts up to 20 mph at times.Even thr
  
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• Jurassic Quest transports visitors to prehistoric times

  23-11-2024 12:05 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — If you have ever dreamed about walking among dinosaurs, you may get your chance today.Jurassic Quest invites visitors on a prehistoric safari to check out several life-sized dinosaurs. Families can indulge in their dino dreams through hitching a ride, excavating fossils, and even meet the baby dinos.Jurassic Quest started on Friday and runs through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Jurassic World is open from Friday to Sunday.Ticket pr
  
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• 11/22 Highlight Zone - Semi-State Championships

  23-11-2024 05:36 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - Four local teams will head to Lucas Oil Stadium next week, as Warsaw, East Noble, Bishop Luers, and Adams Central all earned a semi-state title on Friday night to punch their ticket to Indianapolis.
  
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• Wanted shoplifters with 13 warrants found in hole in woods by FWPD

  23-11-2024 03:00 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- What started as officers responding to calls of stolen items at an area Target ended in a search through the woods and two arrested Thursday evening.
  According to a press release from the Fort Wayne Police Department, officers responded to the Target of S. Thomas Road after receiving reports from workers that individuals had left the store with stolen goods. When officers arrived they saw a vehicle being driven away by individuals that matched the description provided
  
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• Lutheran Hospital celebrates 120 years of serving the community

  22-11-2024 23:54 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — Lutheran Health Network is celebrating its 120 anniversary.Founded on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 24, 1904, as Lutheran Hospital, for over a century Lutheran has been helping residents of northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio get well and live healthier lives.The company started with very humble beginnings offering 25 beds and only one operating room, they now boast over 6,000 employees and volunteers, who officials say make Lutheran everything that they are today.
  
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• Lutheran Health Network celebrates 120 years of serving the community

  22-11-2024 23:54 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — Lutheran Health Network is celebrating its 120 anniversary.Founded on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 24, 1904, as Lutheran Hospital, for over a century Lutheran has been helping residents of northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio get well and live healthier lives.The company started with very humble beginnings offering 25 beds and only one operating room, they now boast over 6,000 employees and volunteers, who officials say make Lutheran everything that they are today.
  
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• Teens Teaching Trades: Trading the pencil for a hammer

  22-11-2024 22:41 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE)— High school students from Carroll High School spent their Friday afternoon teaching third graders from Perry Hill Elementary.The 20 Carroll students are enrolled in the building and facilities maintenance program that partners with Local 166. They spend their afternoons with a Local 166 instructor to learn about the trades."There's students that maybe don't necessarily like sitting in a classroom for 45 minutes listening to a teacher talk," Carroll High School
  
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• Some warmer air on the way

  22-11-2024 22:23 via wane.com
  
  As our northwesterly winds continue this evening, some occasional lake effect rain showers and sprinkles are possible on-and-off throughout the evening. Temps stay above freezing, so no ice is expected to form on area roads or on our windshields.Our sky remains cloudy, and conditions breezy, with temps not fluctuating much at all. Temperatures this evening through early tomorrow morning will be in the low-to-mid-40s.Temps are in the low -to-mid-40s all night long.
  Our winds shift tomorrow, stopp
  
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