Suspect in custody after south side standoff, threatening others with sword - Fort Wayne news - NewsLocker (2024)

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE)— A standoff lasted for more than two hours on Fort Wayne's south side after police responded to reports of a domestic disturbance involving a sword on Sunday morning.The call came in at 2:50 a.m. and Fort Wayne Police were on scene shortly thereafter. According to FWPD Public Information Officer, Adam Shotzman, a man inside a home in the 5200 block of Webster St. was threatening other people with a sword.When officers asked the suspect to come out of the home, he re

'We are committed to Barr Street': St. Paul's Lutheran Church undergoes renovations

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — A groundbreaking ceremony on Sunday kicks off renovations at St. Paul's Lutheran Church.This six-million-dollar project will redesign the office spaces and the restrooms to add handicapped stalls. Pastor Joe Hoem of St. Paul's said the church is also expanding their courtyard by breaking down one of their brick walls and adding a roof, creating the space for a new conference room and a space for members to socialize.Building Coordinator Dan Ernst said the need for

Cool and comfortable with plenty of sun

After a very humid beginning to the weekend, we'll see the complete opposite today!Both today and Monday will be much cooler and much less humid, as high pressure moves in from the north. High temperatures will be in the 70s and it will feel nice and refreshing outside. Get out and enjoy it as much as you can! It will be a bit breezy through the day, with gusts up to 25 mph at times from the northwest. This may kick up a few clouds, but we're anticipating more sunshine than clouds at this time.A

Video shows NY officer fatally shooting 13-year-old on ground. Police say he pointed a replica gun

NEW YORK (AP) — Video released late Saturday shows an officer in upstate New York fatally shooting a 13-year-old boy who had been tackled to the ground after he ran from police and pointed a replica handgun at them.The teen was killed a little after 10 p.m. Friday in Utica after officers in the city about 240 miles (400 kilometers) northwest of Manhattan stopped two youths in connection with an armed robbery investigation, police said.The youths, both 13, matched the descriptions of the ro

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Body of teen recovered from Wabash River

CLARK COUNTY, Ill — The body of a 15-year-old was recovered from the Wabash River following an extensive search Saturday.Officials say at 10:16 a.m. the Clark County Sheriff's Office and all available emergency response agencies were dispatched to the scene for a juvenile in distress in the Wabash River southeast of West Union, Ill.According to a Facebook post by the Clark County Sheriff's Office, the juvenile was said to have been playing in the water with several family members and was s

Suspect in custody after south side standoff, threatening others with swords

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE)— A standoff lasted for more than two hours on Fort Wayne's south side after police responded to reports of a domestic disturbance involving a swords on Sunday morning.According to a release from FWPD Public Information Officer, Adam Shotzman, at 2:50 a.m. Sunday morning officers were called to the 5200 block of Webster Street after receiving reports of a man who was threatening others inside a home with swords.Officers investigate fatal shooting in YoderWhen office

Cool morning with humidity levels dropping

After a very humid beginning to the weekend, we'll see the complete opposite today!Temperatures are on the cooler side this morning as a cold front has recently passed through the air. You may want a light jacket as you step out the door.Both today and Monday will be much cooler and much less humid, as high pressure moves in from the north. High temperatures will be in the 70s and it will feel nice and refreshing outside. Get out and enjoy it as much as you can! It will be a bit breezy through t

Much more refreshing air to end the weekend

It was a very muggy Saturday across northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio. We saw a round of rain/storms in the morning, followed by a few isolated storms later in the day. A cold front though will bring us big changes to end the weekend...Thunderstorms chances end as a cold front slides through early Sunday morning. More comfortable air will accompany this front, with temperatures dipping into the low-to-mid 60s before daybreak.Both Sunday and Monday will be much cooler and much less humid, as h

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Officers investigate fatal shooting in Yoder

ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) –Allen County officers are investigating a shooting that left one dead Saturday evening.The Allen County Sheriff's Department Police responded to the 100 block of Chrisren Cove in Yoder, IN just before 6 p.m.
Allen County Police Department Officer, BrentBolinger, told a WANE 15 crew member at the scene that an uninvited male entered a mobile home. The male homeowner fired several shots striking and killing the male intruder. We are told that the intrud

Intruder shot dead by homeowner after entering home in Yoder

ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) –One man is dead after entering a home, uninvited, and being shot by the homeowner.
The Allen County Sheriff's Department responded to the 100 block of Chrisren Cove in Yoder, Ind. just after 5:30 p.m. on reports of a shooting.
According to a press release from the Allen County Sheriff's Department, when officers arrived on the scene they found one man inside the home that had been shot. Southwest Fire District EMS was dispatched and the man was later declar

Very muggy with scattered evening storms

After a soggy beginning to the day, we have dried out across the area this afternoon. However, we will be tracking scattered thunderstorms to redevelop this evening...This is because we remain in this very muggy, uncomfortable airmass. The Muggy Meter has climbed to the top "Oppressive" category. The Storm Prediction Center has placed us in a level 1 out of 5 "Marginal" risk for an isolated strong thunderstorm. The overall confidence in severe weather is low, but be aware a developing storm this

13-year-old dies in New York after being shot by police

UTICA, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — A 13-year-old who pointed a pellet gun at police officers chasing after him was shot and killed by one of the officers late Friday night in Utica, New York, local police said Saturday morning.In a chaotic press conference, disrupted by members of the public shouting at police, Utica Police Chief Mark Williams says he wasn’t ready to say what initial incident caused officers to stop the 13-year-old and the other person he was with.When officers attempted to sto

Electric Works hosts esports tournament

Video above describes the nature of esports coaching.FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- Electric Works is hosting The Works 2024, a two-day esports gaming tournament, this weekend.
The tournament, presented by Odyssey Esports LLC, will feature hundreds of esports players across the state and the country. Over 250 players will compete in multiple events at the tournament, and multiple titles will be up for grabs. Spectator admission is $20.The tournament is a successor to last year's Smash Works tourname

Oppressive humidity continues, watching for strong storms after dark

After a soggy beginning to the day, we're anticipating things to remain on the dry side for the majority of the afternoon hours. Humidity levels will remain "Oppressive" on the Muggy Meter and temps will continue to climb...We are under a Level 1 out of 5 severe storm risk for the rest of the day. We are continuing to monitor for the chance to see a strong, isolated thunderstorm developing during the late evening hours. Should we see these storms develop, our main concern would be gusty winds an

Where to canoe in the area for National Canoe Day

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- With National Canoe Day earlier this week, there's no better way to celebrate the holiday than trying canoeing out yourself. Luckily, many places in and around Fort Wayne and Northeast Indiana offer spaces to relax and enjoy nature through canoeing this summer.Salamonie Lake is hosting a National Canoe Day event on Saturday, where attendees can celebrate the holiday with a float on Salamonie River and lunch. The Northeast Indiana Water Trails offer over 550 miles of tr

Need an oar-some way to celebrate National Canoe Day: Here's where to canoe in northeast Indiana

Video above shows water safety tips to remember this summer.
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- With National Canoe Day earlier this week, June 26, there's no better way to celebrate the holiday than trying canoeing out yourself. Luckily, many places in and around Fort Wayne and Northeast Indiana offer spaces to relax and enjoy nature through canoeing this summer.Salamonie Lake originally planned to host a National Canoe Day event on Saturday, where attendees could celebrate the holiday with a float on

Driver charged with DUI for New York nail salon crash that killed 4 and injured 9

DEER PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Police on Long Island have arrested a man who is accused of driving while intoxicated after hecrashed his SUV into a nail salon, killing four people and injuring nine others.Suffolk County Police said Saturday that Steven Schwally had been speeding through the parking lot when he drove his 2020 Chevy Traverse through the front window of Hawaii Nail & Spa in Deer Park at around 4:30 p.m. on Friday.The salon was open and conducting business at the time of the

Runners take off in the 4th annual Fort4Fitness Summer Sunset Relay

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- Get ready to race around the 1-mile MedPro Campus Saturday as runners and walkers alike participate in the Fort4Fitness Summer Sunset Relay.Participants were invited to gather friends, family, and even coworkers to form a relay team for the 4th annual Fort4Fitness Summer Sunset Relay hosted at the MedPro Campus.
Teams were given the option to run as many one-mile laps as possible during the allotted three or six-hour time frames. All participants in the race will recei

ESPN’s Dick Vitale diagnosed with cancer for a 4th time with surgery scheduled for Tuesday

BRISTOL, Conn. (AP) — Longtime ESPN college basketball analyst Dick Vitale said on social media he has been diagnosed with cancer for a fourth time.Vitale announced Fridaythat a biopsy of a lymph node in his neck showed cancer. He is scheduled to have surgery Tuesday.“With all the (prayers) I have received & the loving support of my family, friends and ESPN colleagues, I will win this battle,” Vitale said on X, formerly Twitter.The 85-year-old Vitale has previously be

Heavy rain and thunderstorms rolling through

We're tracking additional scattered showers and thunderstorms as we begin our Saturday morning.We are under a Level 1 out of 5 severe storm risk for the day. We are continuing to monitor for the chance to see a strong, isolated thunderstorm developing during the late evening hours. Should we see these storms develop, our main concern would be gusty winds and heavy downpours. Stay tuned for updates as this weather system rolls in tonight.Isolated strong-to-severe storms are possible this evening

Beer and BBQ returns to Headwaters Park

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- Saturday, Beer and BBQ lovers can join hands to crown the best wings at the 2024 Wings, Beer and BBQ Fest.
From 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., head to Headwaters Park for the chance to try delicious food from 12 regional food vendors including Ziffles, One Love, Smoke Haus, Ivy's Jerk Joint, Brooks BBQ, Yard Bones BBQ, and more.
Alongside BBQ, attendees get the chance to sample different beer selections from multiple vendors.
The beer sampling will take place from 12 to 6 p.m. wit

ISP: Parents no longer cooperating in search for ex-Colts player’s son Bryson Muir

LOGANSPORT, Ind. — Indiana State Police have declared a Silver Alert for the son of a former Colts player after his parents backed out of an arrangement to bring the teen to police. He has been considered missing for 12 days.Indiana State Police are asking for the public’s help in locating Bryson Muir, a 14-year-old boy last seen two weeks ago in Ohio, who may be the victim of abuse by his parents. He is the son of former Colts defensive lineman Daniel Muir, who is now a person of in

ISP investigating inmate death at Wayne County Jail

RICHMOND, Ind. - Indiana State Police is investigating after an inmate died at the Wayne County Jail early Friday morning.According to a press release from authorities, at approximately 5 a.m. Friday morning, 36-year-old Andrew Taylor was found unresponsive in the jail.Jail and medical staff attempted life-saving measures, but the inmate ultimately died. Wayne County Sheriff Randy Ritter has requested Indiana State Police to investigate the incident.
Indiana State Police reported that the inmate

Memorial to be built in honor of fallen Indiana state trooper Aaron Smith

NEW WHITELAND, Ind. — Exactly one year ago, Indiana state trooper Aaron Smith wash*t and killed during a stolen vehicle pursuit.Now, one year later, the local community is honoring Smith and his sacrifice with a ceremonial groundbreaking of a new memorial.“Aaron Smith and his family have changed us forever,” said ISP Superintendent Doug Carter.The memorial pays tribute to Smith and also the many other first responders making an impact in the Hoosier Stat

"It was a dream come true", Bellmont's Scheumann to Purdue Volleyball

DECATUR, Ind. (WANE) – The junior-to-be, MaryKate Scheumann, has decided to spend her next four years playing volleyball with the Boilermakers.
Last season, she finished with 456 kills and 316 digs as a sophom*ore. The Braves reached a 34-3 record while falling short of a 3A state title.
College coaches are able to talk to athletes on June 15th after their sophom*ore year. Scheumann said, "It kind of happened really fast... but after talking with my parents and coaches, it was really excitin

'Albert Stoner Day' declared by Mayor Tucker at the 75th-anniversary block party

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- Those wanting to enjoy some magic and celebrate alongside a historic downtown Fort Wayne storefront, head to Stoner's Funstore for their 75th-anniversary celebration.
(Credit to Stoner's Funstore)
On May 2, 1949, Albert Stoner opened the Funstore doors, by the name of Stoner's Magic Shop, and since its opening Stoners has sold all things magic, costumes, jokes and fun!Saturday, you can join the store in their celebration with magic, music, fortune-telling ice cream and

Scattered rain and thunderstorms rolling through

We're tracking additional scattered showers and thunderstorms as we begin our Saturday morning. Some of our thunderstorms may be on the stronger side with strong, gusty winds.We are under a Level 1 out of 5 severe storm risk for the day. We are continuing to monitor not only our morning storms, but the chance to see a strong, isolated thunderstorm developing during the late afternoon hours. Stay tuned for updates as this weather system rolls on today.Line of showers and storms approaches the are

New Haven Summer Fest parade postponed for inclement weather

NEW HAVEN, Ind. (WANE) -- Saturday is the final day for New Haven's Summer Fest and with the final day, comes a final send-off of the festivities via parade.
Summer Fest, running Thursday through Saturday, has taken over Schnelker Park in New Haven with live music, food trucks, retail vendors, dance performances and more. But with rain expected in the forecast, event organizers have had to pivot the original parade start time.New Haven’s Summer Fest extends to 3 daysPone Vongphachanh, the

New Haven Summer Fest hosts delayed parade

NEW HAVEN, Ind. (WANE) -- Saturday is the final day for New Haven's Summer Fest and with the final day, comes a final send-off of the festivities via parade.
Summer Fest, running Thursday through Saturday, has taken over Schnelker Park in New Haven with live music, food trucks, retail vendors, dance performances and more. But with rain expected in the forecast, event organizers have had to pivot the original parade start time.New Haven’s Summer Fest extends to 3 daysPone Vongphachanh, the

ACPL offers multiple options for e-books, demand increases

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - The Allen County Public Library (ACPL) discussed Friday the process of buying and rebuying e-books, and the growing demand of e-books.
OverDrive and Midwest Tape are vendors for the ACPL, those companies have platforms one the ACPL uses is Hoopla. Another platform is Libby, on both, people can use them for reading and listening to audiobooks. Hoopla offers music and movies.
Matthew Etzel, the collections services manager at the ACPL, explained how repurchasing e-books w