City of Fort Wayne receives over $15 million from State, plans to invest in quality-of-life projects - Fort Wayne news - NewsLocker (2024)

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — Over $15 million will be poured into projects improving Fort Wayne's quality of life.
Mayor Sharon Tucker and city officials announced that the City of Fort Wayne received a local income tax supplemental distribution from the state totaling $15.3 million.The Thursday announcement also came with potential projects focused on strengthening neighborhoods and boosting the quality of life.
Below are the focus areas mentioned in the news release. In the paratheses is th

Beautiful August weather to end the weekend

What a beautiful start to the weekend we experienced across the area! Cool, refreshing air is filtering into our area out of Canada and we're set to continue seeing the great weather into our Sunday...Look for mostly clear skies to be in place early Sunday morning. Temperatures will drop down into the low-to-mid 50s by daybreak Sunday, so you may even want a light jacket as you head out the door early in the morning. You can also open up those windows and give your air conditioner a break!Temper

Gorgeous August weekend continues

What a beautiful start to the weekend we are experiencing across the area! Cool, refreshing air is filtering into our area out of Canada and we're set to continue on the great weather into our Sunday.Look for partly cloudy skies to be in place this evening into tonight. The weather will be perfect for your outdoor plans. Temperatures will drop down into the low-to-mid 50s by daybreak Sunday, so you may even want a light jacket as you head out the door early in the morning.Skies will be partly cl

Disney thrills fans at D23 with 'Incredibles 3' announcement, footage from 'Moana 2'

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Disney teased upcoming its movies and television series including “Moana 2” in a rousing showcase featuring sneak peaks, live performances and surprise appearances from actors including Dwayne Johnson, Zoe Saldaña and Jude Law.
Fans at Disney’s D23 convention welcomed CEO Bob Iger with a standing ovation Friday at the top of the showcase. “The world needs to be entertained maybe even more so now than ever before and we take that respons

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Romanian gymnast could replace Jordan Chiles as bronze medalist in floor exercise after court ruling

PARIS (AP) — The Court of Arbitration for Sportvoided the inquirythat led toOlympicbronze on the floor exercise for American gymnastJordan Chiles, opening the door for Romania's Ana Barbosu to replace Chiles as bronze medalist.CAS ruled Saturday that the appeal by U.S. coach Cecile Landi to have .1 added to Chiles' score that vaulted Chiles from fifth to third came outside the 1-minute window allowed by the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG).CAS wrote i

Huntertown Heritage Days Parade 2024

HUNTERTOWN, Ind. (WANE) —Hundreds of candy was thrown to spectators from floats at the Huntertown Heritage Days Parade on Saturday.The parade includes many vehicles and displays from local schools, businesses and first responders.
Huntertown residents Thomas and Paige Kale said they missed last years parade due to the birth of their son. This year, the family said they were excited to go to the Foam Party together and to enjoy the parade from the comfort of their driveway."Just looki

USWNT wins its fifth Olympic gold medal in women's soccer with a 1-0 victory over Brazil in final

PARIS (AP) — The U.S. women's soccer team won its fifth Olympic gold medal by beating Brazil 1-0 on Mallory Swanson’s early second-half goal in the tournament final Saturday at theParis Games.The Americans, who hadn't won gold since the 2012 London Olympics, closed out an undefeated run to the title in their first international campaign under new coach Emma Hayes.Goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher preserved the win with a one-handed save on Adriana’s header in stoppage time at Parc

Snider's Brandon Logan flips commitment to Notre Dame football, baseball

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - Snider senior Brandon Logan is getting a chance to double dip with one of the most renowned institutions in college athletics.A day after announcing his de-commitment from Vanderbilt baseball, Logan announced Saturday afternoon that he will play football and baseball at the University of Notre Dame.In baseball, Logan slashed .441/.581/.661 in his junior season with the Panthers. The outfielder also flashed his athleticism several times on defense.In football, Logan emer

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Fortlandia Brewing Company celebrates 5 years

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - Fort Wayne's only Nanobrewery is celebrating a milestone this weekend. Fortlandia Brewing Company is bringing in its 5th anniversary with a party Saturday!Ken Daly with the Fortlandia Brewing Company stopped by WANE 15 to talk about what the business has to offer, and what will be available at the 5th year celebration party. You can see that in the interview above.Fortlandia's 5th Anniversary Party will be held Saturday from noon to midnight located at 1010 Spring St. T

The 21st Annual Brad Miller Gala features live performance painter

FORT WAYNE, (Ind.) - The 21st annual Brad Miller Gala and Auction will take over the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum next weekend. It benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Indiana (BBBSNEI).
World-renowned performance painter David Garibaldi will perform during the event, auction off his paintings, and donate all of the proceeds to BBBSNEI.
Lexi Denning with BBBSNEI stopped by WANE 15 to share more about what guests can expect at the Gala. You can see that in the interview above.
The

Reddit users reveal the illegal things they do 'on a regular basis'

(NEXSTAR) – A recent discussion on Reddit has revealed the many crimes some of its users commit “on a regular basis,” presumably as opposed to the crimes they reserve for special occasions.The subreddit, posted by a Redditor who goes by Central_Power_Unit, has prompted thousands of responses within just a few weeks, with users detailing everything from their preferred petty crimes to more cunning criminal cons.In some cases, users claimed they were completely ignorant of the il

Chicago brewpub cited for serving cicada-infused Malört shots

LOMBARD, Ill. (WGN) — A suburban Chicago brewpub was recently fined and given an "education" in connection with cicada-infused Malört being served to celebrate the emergence of two broods of periodical cicadas in Illinois.Noon Whistle Brewing co-founder Mike Condon confirmed to Nexstar's WGN that there was a citation from the Illinois Liquor Control Commission but wrote that he preferred to keep details internal."We complied and paid the fine to avoid any further issue," Condon wrote.

YLNI Farmers Market named one of the best for 3rd time

*The video above is from when YLNI opened its market for the 2024 summer season.FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - The Young Leaders of Indiana (YLNI) Farmers Market at Barr Street once again took top honors as one of the best in the state.
For three years in a row, the American Farmland Trust and the Farmers Market Coalition placed the market 1st in Indiana for the 2024 America's Farmers Market Celebration.YLNI named #1 farmers market in Indiana for second yearYLNI is an organization whose mission is t

Teaching Tomorrow's Teachers

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) –Local universities are using research-backed pedagogical approaches in order to equip tomorrow's educators with the best tools for both learning and handling conflict in the classroom.There is more research than ever before on how children learn and develop. Wane 15 spoke with Division Director of the Division of Teacher Education at the University of Saint Francis, Ph.d Juanita Oberley and Purdue University Chair of the Department of Education, Brad Oliver a

FWPD investigates shooting on Fort Wayne's southeast side

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - The Fort Wayne Police Department is investigating a shooting on Fort Wayne's southeast side.Fort Wayne Dispatch confirmed to WANE 15 that police are investigating a shooting on the 2500 block of Gay St. It's unknown how many people are involved, or if anyone is severely hurt at this time.
WANE 15 has a crew member at the scene. This is a developing story. We will provide all updates as we learn more.

Best weekend weather of the summer

Cooler, less humid air is blowing in from the northwest our of Canada, and it continues through today and into Sunday. You might want to grab a light jacket this morning as mostly clear skies have cooled us into the mid-50s.
Our average high temperatures at this point in August are in the low 80s. We'll see high temperatures in the mid-70s this weekend. This weekend may certainly be the best weekend of the summer to enjoy being outside.Temperatures climb, but only into the lower 70s. Lots of sun

Best weather weekend of the summer

Cooler, less humid air is blowing in from the northwest our of Canada, and it continues through today and into Sunday. You might want to grab a light jacket this morning as mostly clear skies have cooled us into the mid-50s.
Our average high temperatures at this point in August are in the low 80s. We'll see high temperatures in the mid-70s this weekend. This weekend may certainly be the best weekend of the summer to enjoy being outside.High pressure is the main influence on our weather pattern o

Sweetwater rocks out with GuitarFest

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) —The first ever GuitarFest is Saturday with guest artists, guitar customization and open access to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Guitar Display.GuitarFest, a spin-off of DrumFest, is the first of it's kind that Sweetwater has organized.The free event will allow visitors to meet several 'Guitar Heros' and have them sign attendees' complimentary guitar pick. Guitars the artsists use to perform are available for sale as well.Visitors have access to the Rock and

Disney shows fans 'Moana 2' footage, reveals 'Toy Story 5' and 'Incredibles 3' are also coming

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Disney teased upcoming its movies and television series including “Moana 2” in a rousing showcase featuring sneak peaks, live performances and surprise appearances from actors including Dwayne Johnson, Zoe Saldaña and Jude Law.
Fans at Disney’s D23 convention welcomed CEO Bob Iger with a standing ovation Friday at the top of the showcase. “The world needs to be entertained maybe even more so now than ever before and we take that respons

Balloon launch remembers murder victim on the four-year anniversary

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – Loved ones of 19-year-old murder victim, Angel May Carter, met for a ceremonial balloon release Friday, four years after she was killed.
Carter was shot and killed August 9, 2020.
On Friday, family and friends adorned her gravesite with flowers and released balloons after recalling fond memories of her."I miss my daughter I miss my best friend," said Carter's mother Dawn Hipshire. "I can't go over to her place I can't hug her. I can't talk to her on the phone anym

How to watch the Perseid meteor shower early next week

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) and FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - The Perseid meteor shower is a weeks-long, fireball-filled event that happens annually.
This year, the meteor shower's peak will take place on Sunday night into Monday morning.If you want to catch a glimpse, there are a few things you should know if you plan to get the best possible view.The Perseid meteor shower is seen over the Ulanbum grassland in Chifeng city, Inner Mongolia, China, August 14, 2023. (Photo by Costfoto/NurPhoto via Getty

Downtown Live! wraps up for the season

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - Another season of the Downtown Live! Summer Concert Series wrapped up Friday. While it was a breezy night, the weather was beautiful for the last concert of the year in Fort Wayne!The Todd Harrold Band performed to conclude the season that began back in late May. The concerts were held at the PNC Plaza this year, which is located next to Sweets on Main and down the street from Coney Island.Downtown Live! returns at PNC PlazaAttendees enjoyed free music, along with enter

Man faces sexual battery charge, accused of groping woman at Fort Wayne business

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- A man faces a felony sexual battery charge Friday after reportedly groping a woman at a Fort Wayne business, according to police.According to the Fort Wayne Police Department (FWPD), a woman visited a business in the 5200 block of Calhoun Street Friday afternoon when a man, identified by police as 37-year-old Mae Ra Hin, allegedly walked up being her and grabbed her chest and other areas multiple times.Police arrested Hin and transported him to the Allen County Jail. H

VERDICT: Jury finds man guilty of killing brother-in-law

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - It took jurors roughly four hours Friday to find a Fort Wayne man guilty of murder in connection with the killing of his brother-in-law, who was gunned down in an alley off of Lenox Avenue last year.
James Saylor, 34, now faces up to 85 years in prison.
Saylor is one of two people connected to the deaths of his brother-in-law and his sister, Vanessa Brabson, who was found dead in a vacant lot near Bloomingdale Park days before her husband was killed, according to court

Northeast Indiana baseball players relish chance to play alongside former MLB stars in Home Run Derby X

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- While former MLB stalwarts such as Jake Arrieta and Dexter Fowler are used to playing in front of seas of fans, Saturday's Home Run Derby X will be a unique experience for the local college baseball players who will also be competing in the event.In addition to former MLB players, softball players and women's baseball players, the Home Run Derby X will also feature high school and college baseball standouts who are currently playing in northeast Indiana.Some of those p

Several chances to see northern lights this weekend in 17 states: Here's when and where

(NEXSTAR) –Solar activity is heating up just in time for the weekend, bringing back-to-back chances for northern states to spot the northern lights.A "strong" solar flare was observed Thursday, creating interference and signal issues for high frequency radio users, the Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) said. "Flares of this magnitude are not frequent."The agency also issued a G2-level geomagnetic storm watch for Friday through Sunday, as coronal mass ejections make their way tow

Indiana is home to 3 of the 'Best State Parks', report finds

INDIANAPOLIS — Hoosiers don't even have to travel out of state to witness some of the most majestic views the American wilderness has to offer.
According to the 2024 State Park Index, assembled by vacation rental company HomeToGo, Indiana is home to three of the top 50 "Best State Parks to Visit this Summer and Fall."
See which Hoosier parks are among the best in the United States.Indiana Dunes State Park
The only Hoosier destination to land in the top ten is the Indiana Dunes State Park.

Who has the power to tax? Special judge to decide on jail tax lawsuit in September

ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) -- The power to tax.Special judge Heather Welch for the Indiana Tax Court said Friday she will decide by Sept. 9 whether or not Allen County officials were in their rights to enter into a lease back agreement on the county’s courthouse when they brokered financing for a proposed new jail.That's what played out Friday during a hearing in the Allen County Courthouse involving four local women - self-dubbed Allen County Residents Against the Jail - who are appealing

Late afternoon headlines Friday, August 9

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - Here are your late afternoon headlines for Friday, August 9.

Cooler, but comfortable weekend

Cooler, less humid air is blowing in from the northwest and it continues through the weekend.Our average highs at this point in Augusts are in the low 80s. Today, however, our highs only reached the upper 70s.
Tonight, with just a scattering of clouds in the sky, and winds lightening up, we'll easily cool off with the pleasant warmth of the day escaping back up into the atmosphere. Temperatures will fall as low as the mid-50s Saturday morning. We haven't had conditions that cool in about two wee