Sweet Breeze sets sail for the 2024 summer season - Fort Wayne news - NewsLocker (2024)

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- All aboard the Sweet Breeze! The replica canal boat will set sail on Saturday for its first tour of the summer season.During the off-season, the boat received a fresh treatment to the interior dock. The interior seating will return to the inside of the boat ahead of the first tour tomorrow afternoon.This year, Sweet Breeze will host riverfront tours on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays beginning Memorial Day weekend and continuing through mid-October. Should the demand

Overcast afternoon with a slight rain chance

We ended the weekend on a very active note with many locations around the area seeing more than a half-inch of rain. Some locations saw more than one inch! Here are a few rainfall reports from the 24-hour timespan of 5 AM Sunday through 5 AM Monday.Soggy end to the weekend!For your Memorial Day today, expect a cooler day, with high temperatures in the upper 60s. Look for plenty of clouds to be in the sky, especially around midday, with the slight chance for a rain shower in play. Many spots thou

The most common myths about weight-loss drugs

(WGN Radio) – Injectable GLP-1 medications, like Ozempic, Mounjaro, Wegovy and Zepbound, have been the subject of a lot of excitement – some of it earned, some of it thanks to myths circulating about these so-called wonder drugs.
The class of drugs, which either contain semaglutide or tirzepatide, started as ways to treat diabetes, explained Dr. Sterling Elliott, a clinical pharmacist at Northwestern Medicine and assistant professor of orthopedics at Northwestern University Feinberg

There’s a unique way to fly the flag for Memorial Day: Do you know it?

(NEXSTAR) — Memorial Day has a relatively simple purpose: honor those who have died in American wars. What isn’t as simple is how the American flag should be flown to mark the holiday.Three years after the Civil War ended, Decoration Day was established. It was intended as a time for the nation to decorate the graves of the war dead with flowers, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. It was later set for May 30 to correspond with flowers being in bloom. Years la

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5 things to know about Memorial Day, including its evolution and controversies

NORFOLK, Va. (AP) — Memorial Day is supposed to be about mourning the nation’s fallen service members, but it’s come to anchor the unofficial start of summer and a long weekend of discounts on anything from mattresses to lawn mowers.But for people such as Manuel Castañeda Jr., the day is very personal. He lost his father, a U.S. Marine who served in Vietnam, in an accident in 1966 in California while his father was training other Marines.“It isn’t just the sp

Cloudy times continue after a rainy night

After a very active Sunday, things are expected to be mellow this afternoon.For your Memorial Day today, expect a cooler day, with high temperatures in the upper 60s. Look for plenty of clouds to be in the sky, especially around midday, with the slight chance for a rain shower in play. Many spots though will stay dry. No need to cancel any of your outdoor plans! Keep in mind it will be windy though, with occasional gusts up to 30 mph, especially during the afternoon.Overall, not a bad forecast f

Showers departing early under cloudy skies

After a very active Sunday, things are expected to be mellow this afternoon.We're seeing a few additional showers and thunderstorms along a cold front that's moving through the area. Temperatures are in the mid-60s.For your Memorial Day today, expect a cooler day, with high temperatures in the upper 60s. Look for plenty of clouds to be in the sky, especially around midday, with the slight chance for a rain shower in play. Many spots though will stay dry. No need to cancel any of your outdoor pla

Rain and non-severe storms rolling through

After a very active Sunday, things are expected to be mellow this afternoon.We're seeing a few additional showers and thunderstorms along a cold front that's moving through the area. Temperatures early Monday morning will be in the lower 60s.For your Memorial Day today, expect a cooler day, with high temperatures in the upper 60s. Look for plenty of clouds to be in the sky, especially around midday, with the slight chance for a rain shower in play. Many spots though will stay dry. No need to can

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Cooler and windy Memorial Day ahead

It was an active Sunday afternoon, as strong thunderstorms moved from southwest to northeast through our area. We saw very heavy rainfall, along with wind gusts up around 50 mph at times. Take a look at the video below we captured outside of WANE 15!
Look for weather not quite this active through daybreak Monday, but we'll see a few additional showers and thunderstorms along a cold front. Temperatures early Monday morning will be in the lower 60s.Scattered showers and a few storms are anticipate

A few additional showers/storms expected tonight

It was an active Sunday afternoon, as strong thunderstorms moved from southwest to northeast through our area. We saw very heavy rainfall, along with wind gusts up around 50 mph at times. Take a look at the video below we captured outside of WANE 15!
Look for much quieter weather through the rest of the evening, as we'll see partly to mostly cloudy skies, and temperatures hovering in the upper 60s to around 70 degrees.We tap into some sunshine this evening!Clouds increase though late this evenin

A roof catches fire due to lightning strike, no injuries

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - The Fort Wayne Fire Department (FWFD) says no one was injured after lightning struck a roof in northeast Fort Wayne.
According to a release from FWFD, crews arrived to a home in 2900 block of Glencairn Drive to smoke coming from the roof above the garage.
The crew then assessed the area and confirmed that everyone had evacuated the home, according to a the release.
Other units arrived and assisted with the fire, it was under control within 15 minutes. No injuries were r

A cool evening behind afternoon strong storms

It was an active afternoon, as strong thunderstorms moved from southwest to northeast through our area. We saw very heavy rainfall, along with wind gusts up around 50 mph at times. Just take a look at this photo from our Bluffton camera before the storms moved through!
Look for much quieter weather this evening, as we'll see some sunshine and temperatures hovering in the upper 60s to around 70 degrees.By tonight though, some additional shower and thunderstorm development can be expected along a

Pedestrian in critical condition after being struck by SUV in Steuben County

STEUBEN COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) -- A man is in critical condition after being struck by an SUV in Steuben County early Sunday morning.
In a release from the Steuben County Sheriff's Department, deputies responded after receiving calls of a crash involving a pedestrian on SR 127 just north of CR 275 N at 1:30 a.m. Sunday.
When officers arrived on the scene they found 29-year-old, Mason L. Aelker, of Payson, Utah lying in the southbound lanes suffering from a head injury. He was taken by EMS to a loca

Tracking strong storms this afternoon

Strong thunderstorms are moving through the area this afternoon. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 8 PM this evening for our southeastern communities. Click here to view the latest weather alerts.The first wave of rain and thunderstorms is entering the area. The main threat with this wave is damaging wind gusts and flash flooding with heavier pockets of rain. The best window for severe storms will be until 5 PM with this round.Gusty winds can be expected where our thunderstorms pass

LOOK: Car catches fire after crash on Illinois Road

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- A car caught fire after a crash on Illinois Road between Hadley and Scott Road Sunday afternoon.
An officer at the scene confirmed with WANE 15 crew at the scene that two vehicles crashed at the intersection of Illinois Road and River Oak Run. Shortly after the crash one of the cars caught fire.
Dispatch confirmed with WANE 15 that there were no injuries in the crash.
It is unclear at this time what the exact cause of the crash was. The fire was very quickly contained

Car catches fire after crash on Illinois Road

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- A car caught fire after a crash on Illinois Road between Hadley and Scott Road Sunday afternoon.
An officer at the scene confirmed with WANE 15 crew at the scene that two vehicles crashed at the intersection of Illinois Road and River Oak Run. Shortly after the crash one of the cars caught fire.
Dispatch confirmed with WANE 15 that there were no injuries in the crash.
It is unclear at this time what the exact cause of the crash was. The fire was very quickly contained

Parents of PGA Tour golfer Grayson Murray release statement: 'He rests peacefully now'

(WGHP) — A day after his death, the parents of PGA Tour golfer Grayson Murray have released a statement.PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan confirmed Murray's death Saturday, saying the 30-year-old passed away that morning.
"I am at a loss for words,” Monahan said in a statement. “The PGA TOUR is a family, and when you lose a member of your family, you are never the same. We mourn Grayson and pray for comfort for his loved ones.”Murray's death came a day after he withdrew f

Splash into summer: Area pools and swim spots

With summer approaching, many area pools and swimming spots are set to open in the coming weeks. Be sure to check out these attractions and their opening dates to start your summer with a splash.Fort Wayne Parks Splash PadsFort Wayne's nine splash pads opened for the season on Saturday, May 25. Use of the splash pads is free, and children can touch the top of the green activation bollard for some water fun. The splash pads, open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. are located at 9 parks in Fort Wayne: Buckner

Man arrested after young girls stabbed at Massachusetts movie theater

BRAINTREE, Mass. (WWLP) — A man is in custody after allegedly stabbing multiple girls in a Massachusetts movie theater Saturday night.
Massachusetts State Police said the man, who has not yet been identified, entered an AMC movie theater in Braintree, about 14 miles south of Boston, Saturday evening and bypassed the ticket counter. Authorities told reporters the man then entered a theater and stabbed four girls, ranging in age from 9 years old to 17, "without any warning."
The attack is be

Memorial Day celebrations around Fort Wayne

Video above shows the 2022 Waynedale Memorial Day Parade.FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- If you need a way to ring in the holiday, Monday will feature various celebrations from parades to parties, here's just some events happening around Fort Wayne.Waynedale Memorial Day ParadeThe annual Waynedale Memorial Day Parade kicks off at 9 a.m. at the Waynedale United Methodist Church Monday making its way to Prairie Grove Cementary. The event brings together locals to honor the sacrifices of veterans. Some

Tracking changes to this afternoon's strong to severe storm potential

We have big changes to talk about. A weather system will move in and bring with it two chances for strong to severe thunderstorms.Damaging winds and localized flash flooding are the largest concerns this afternoonThe first wave of rain and thunderstorms continues to approach the area. There is higher confidence in this round, with the main threat being damaging wind gusts and flash flooding with heavier pockets of rain. A higher chance of severe weather will be south of our area and around India

Indy 500: Track drying to begin, aim for 5:30 p.m. race start

Update (2:35 p.m.)Track drying will begin soon as IMS officials hope for a 5:30 p.m. start of the Indianapolis 500. FOX59/CBS4 continues to monitor developing rain storms.
IPS President Doug Boles said that this evening's race will be broadcast live on NBC.
Update (2:10 p.m.)IMS said fans may now return to the grandstands and the gates have re-opened as lightning is no longer in the area.
Update (12:35 p.m.)Lightning was detected near Indianapolis Motor Speedway around 12:30 p.m. Sunday. Fans ar

Indy 500: Track drying to begin, aim for 4:44 p.m. race start

Update (3:25 p.m.)
Officials have released the updated schedule for Sunday afternoon's race:3:48 p.m. - Driver Introductions4:16 p.m. - Pre-race ceremonies4:24 p.m. - National Anthem4:35 p.m. - "Back Home Again In Indiana"
4:37 p.m. - Drivers start your engines4:44 p.m. - Green flag.Update (3:09 p.m.)
In a statement from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, officials thanked the fans for waiting out the rain. They confirmed that NBC will televise the race live, without blackouts, in Central Indiana

Indy 500 start time delayed because of weather, pre-race ceremonies paused

Update (11:56 p.m.)
Officials with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department are encouraging people to seek shelter in their vehicles."Let's ensure everyone stays safe and enjoys the race responsibly," the department said.
Update (11:20 a.m.)
In a statement from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, officials said pre-race ceremonies have been paused. Fans will need to move out of the grandstands and the Snake Pit.
"Spectators are encouraged to follow the instructions of IMS team members," a st

Water systems warn Americans could soon see major rate hikes due to 'forever chemicals'

(The Hill) — In exchange for cleaner water, Americans around the nation may soon have to pay hefty prices.Water systems are starting to warn residents of massive rate hikes as they prepare to install technology to filter out toxic chemicals in a family known as PFAS.Utilities from South Florida to upstate New York have warned customers that they could see significant price increases after the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)mandated that they remove the substances, which h

Science Sunday: How to see invisible light waves

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – The colors we see with our eyes are only just a small part of light waves that exist. There is a lot of invisible light waves that we can't see. But, using an ultraviolet light can change that.Science Central executive director Martin Fisher stopped by WANE 15 to share a fluorescent light experiment you can do at home. You can see that in the video above.Science Central is located at 1950 N Clinton Street.You can click here to learn more.

Photo gallery: Scenes from 108th Indianapolis 500

INDIANAPOLIS — It's race day in central Indiana.The 108th Indianapolis 500 is currently scheduled to begin at 12:45 p.m. (ET). FOX59 and CBS4 crews have been at Indianapolis Motor Speedway all morning.Here's a look at some of the scenes at IMS on Sunday:INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MAY 26: A general view of the IMS Pagoda before 108th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on May 26, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)INDIANAPOLIS, INDIAN

Local boxing foundation curbs violence with summer camp

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- A local boxing foundation is curbing violence through a summer boot camp.
The Guns Down Gloves Up summer boot camp teaches kids not only the fundamentals of boxing but to stay away from gang violence, and drugs.The camp, hosted by trainers with the Kings and Queens of Boxing Fort Wayne, hopes to channel attendees' anger through a positive outlet and with parent involvement.
"We want parents to have an experience with their kids as they grow older and into themselves,"

Former Jackson County Auditor arrested by Indiana State Police

JACKSON COUNTY, Ind. — A former Jackson County Auditor was arrested by Indiana State Police on Friday.According to a press release, 44-year-old Staci Eglen of Seymour now faces numerous charges related to fraud, official misconduct and theft. Her arrest comes on the heels of a month-long investigation Indiana State Police conducted.ISP's investigation began when the State Board of Accounts discovered potentially fraudulent activity Eglen had been conducting.During their investigation, stat

Rolling Thunder honors fallen service members in memorial ride and ceremony

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- Rolling Thunder Inc Indiana Chapter One is honoring fallen and unaccounted service members this Memorial Day weekend with a ride from Indianapolis to Fort Wayne.
Taking off from Indianapolis at 9 a.m. riders will head to Harley Davidson of Fort Wayne, located at 6315 Illinois Road.
From there Fort Wayne riders are welcome to join before being escorted by the Allen County Sheriff's Department, to the Veterans National Memorial Shrine and Museum located at 2122 ODay Road