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FWPD: Man wanted for child molesting arrested in Avilla
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A 47-year-old man was arrested Monday morning on five felony charges related to two children being sexually abused, the Fort Wayne Police announced. Angel Maldonado-Viscaino was named by two children as their abuser after their family brought them to the FWPD Victims Assistance office to report the abuse. He was arrested Avilla with help from Noble County Sheriff’s Department deputies.
Gov. Holcomb breaks ground on first READI 2.0 project
Governor Eric J. Holcomb joined local and regional officials in Kokomo today to break ground on the first quality of place project supported by the recent expansion of the Indiana Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI 2.0), which increases the state’s overall program commitment to $1 billion, marking an unprecedented state-led investment in cultivating vibrant communities that attract and retain top talent. In Kokomo, READI 2.0 funding will facilitate the expansion of University Park at Indiana University Kokomo, adding critical student housing and amenities to retain and attract top talent and support significant job creation plans in the region’s growing electric vehicle (EV) industry.
NACS timeline for Middle School, Admin building, and Carroll High School
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — At Monday night’s school board meeting, the Northwest Allen County Schools board offered updates on multiple construction projects involving Willow Creek Middle School, Carroll High School, and the NACS Administration Center. External construction is underway at NACS Administration Center. The center will offer...
An inside look at the ongoing renovation of Concord Mall
ELKHART, Ind. (WNDU) - What was formally known as Concord Mall brings fond memories for many in the community. Over the years, the mall lost retail stores and struggled to attract new ones. But it’s not over for the site, as new life is being brought to this Elkhart County fixture as a mixed-use development.
Rotarians roll up their sleeves for Whitley County 4-H
(The Hoot News photos provided) Members of the Columbia City Rotary Club rolled up their sleeves and provided significant volunteer service in support of the Whitley County 4-H last week. The Rotarians served and cleaned up dinner in the 4-H Center. Above, from left, are Rotarians Eric Horvath of Eel...
“Oh, you were stopping me for driving while Black?” Illinois man in custody after police pursuit
WHITLEY COUNTY, Ind. (WFFT) — A Chicago, Ill. man has been arrested following a multi-county police pursuit on Sunday around 8:47 a.m. Jeffery L. Price, 44, fled from police in his Nissan Rogue through Allen and Whitley counties causing a high-speed pursuit from Indiana State Police, Fort Wayne police and Columbia City police.
Rockford shifts national ski championship to Warsaw
WARSAW — Kosciusko County is expected to see a burst of some unexpected economic activity during the second week of August. That’s when the national ski show championships return unexpectedly after organizers in Rockford, Ill., balked because of prolonged flooding. “They have been at 11 feet flood stage...
Prosecutors seek to add new charges against man accused in fatal June shooting
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Prosecutors have filed a motion to add charges against a 28-year-old Fort Wayne man charged with murder in connection with a June shooting. Tyshawn Morris is already facing one count of murder and another count of attempted murder, but prosecutors want to add two new counts of criminal recklessness.
Fort Wayne man gets 86-year sentence in violent 2019 robbery, plans to appeal
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A 48-year-old Fort Wayne man was sentenced to 86 years in prison Monday afternoon in connection with a violent 2019 robbery. A jury found Clifton Mauricio guilty in the case last month on charges of felony robbery, aggravated battery, and four counts of criminal confinement.
Teen signs guilty plea for carrying gun near Weisser Park Elementary
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — A teen in custody pleaded guilty to carrying a gun near Weisser Park Elementary last year. Drevon Mondrell Ware, 17, was charged as an adult and faced two felonies from the incident on Nov. 7, 2023. He faced one count of unlawful carrying of...
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