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Cutting it close: Fort Wayne’s tall grass/weed program returns
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — The City of Fort Wayne will begin enforcing its tall grass/weed program today, Monday, May 13. The program allows residents to report grass and weeds over nine inches. This is enforced through the Neighborhood Code Compliance. The public can report possible violations by calling...
I-469 ramp to close for 3 weeks near Maplecrest Road
ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) – A ramp leading to Interstate 469 on the northeastern edge of Fort Wayne is getting ready to close for three weeks as crews work on the highway. Starting on or after Wednesday, the westbound I-469 on-ramp from southbound Maplecrest Road will be closed, the Indiana Department of Transportation announced.
First Alert Forecast: Tracking next round of rain
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (21Alive) - Weather to round out the weekend was about as good as it can get for this time of year with highs in the 70s and plenty of sunshine. We hang on to the 70s for much of next week, but we’re tracking several rounds of rain.
Ivy Tech Fort Wayne/Warsaw to offer free summer classes for high school students in June
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) - Ivy Tech Fort Wayne and Warsaw are joining the statewide system in offering free classes to students in grades 9-12 this summer. The courses may be used for exploration and earning an Ivy Tech certification or degree. Courses may be easily transferred to any Indiana...
Man had been holding woman against her will in his truck before killing Utah officer, police say
PROVO — The semitruck driver accused of intentionally hitting and killing a Santaquin police sergeant has been released from the hospital and moved to the Utah County Jail. Police say he had been holding a woman against her will inside the cab of his truck just before the killing.
First Alert Forecast: Nearing 80, rain returning later on
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Get ready for a nice, warm start to the workweek! Temperatures for Monday near 80-degrees across 21Country. You’ll see more sunshine with passing clouds for the beginning of the day, but cloud cover will thicken as the day goes on. Chances for a few isolated showers come in for the evening, but the better chances for rain move in tonight and tomorrow.
One person dead, two others injured following car crash on city’s northside
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) -Allen County Dispatch confirmed with 21Alive News multiple people were hurt Saturday night following a car crash. Around 10:11 p.m., police say a call came in regarding a crash at the intersection of Till and Lima Road. The intersection has been shut down as of 10:30 p.m. and traffic has been rerouted around the area.
‘Race for the Warrior’ supports military families
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE)— “Race for the Warrior” supports the Northeast Indiana Base Community Council and their Military Support Fund. Eric Flores and Joe Lewis, co-chairs of the race, stopped by the WANE 15 studio to speak about what you can expect and how to get involved. You can see that in the interview above.
Lane restrictions go into effect on Airport Expressway
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Lane restrictions have gone into effect for a section of Airport Expressway as of Monday morning. On Monday, May 13, Airport Expressway introduced westbound lane restrictions between Lower Huntington and Winchester Roads for sewer line repairs. City leaders say WPCM will be performing the work...
Cloudier & warm Monday afternoon; rain likely overnight
Monday is very warm with highs near 80 degrees. Cloud coverage returns in the afternoon ahead of overnight showers and storms. We see clouds increasing throughout the day Monday. Highs near the 80 degree mark. We could see a couple of showers Monday evening, with showers and thunderstorms likely overnight.
Science Sunday: How do things float?
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – Science Central is a place for family fun, all while you can do a little learning. Executive director Martin Fisher stopped by WANE 15 to show how you can do a fun experiment at home, with items you may have around the house. Check it out in the video above.
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