14 members of Ohio motorcycle club swept up in nationwide investigation - Fort Wayne news - NewsLocker (2024)

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) -- Authorities offered details on the warrants served Thursday as part of a nationwide, multi-agency sweep of what it alleges is an outlaw motorcycle club.Kenneth Parker, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Ohio, alleged that the Thug Riders Motorcycle Club "operated a criminal enterprise whose members and associates engaged in violence like murder, arson and assault." He also alleged that club members and associates took part in extortion and identity fraud."The Thug

Toxins from Ohio train derailment spread to 16 states, including Indiana: Data

*The video above is from when the train derailed in 2023.EAST PALESTINE, Ohio (NewsNation) — Three days after theNorfolk Southern train derailmentin East Palestine, Ohio, on Feb. 3, 2023, officials — with the EPA’s blessing — burned 116,000 gallons of vinyl chloride into the region.Now, for the first time since the incident,new data revealsjust how far those toxins spread.Within minutes, a mushroom-like cloud of toxins billowed into the atmosphere

DWI vs. DUI: Is there a difference?

(NewsNation) — SingerJustin Timberlakewas released without bail Tuesday after being charged with driving while intoxicated the previous night in Sag Harbor, New York.Timberlake's lawyer, Ed Burke, told Us Weekly that the charge was a single count because the singer refused a Breathalyzer test. Burke said that in addition to driving while intoxicated, Timberlake was also charged with two other court citations: running a stop sign and not traveling in the correct traffic lane.
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Firestorm erupts over provision requiring women to sign up for military draft

(The Hill) -- Senate Democrats have added language to the annual defense authorization bill to require women to register for the draft, prompting a backlash from Republicans and social conservatives and complicating the chances of moving the bill on the Senate floor before Election Day.Conservatives led by Sen. Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) are certain to attempt to remove the provision requiring women to register for the draft, which could present a tough vote for Sens. Jon Tester (D-Mont.) and Jacky

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Morning headlines Thursday, June 20

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - Here are your morning headlines for Thursday, June 20.

Cyberattack forces Crown Equipment to shut down, recovery in progress

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A manufacturing company with around 19,600 employees worldwide and business locations across the United States, including the Fort Wayne area, was hit with a cyberattack.Crown Equipment, based in New Bremen, announced Tuesday that the company was forced to shut down temporarily due to a cyberattack.Citing “an international cybercriminal organization” as the suspected cause, Crown says security measures and working with a variety of officials have decreased

Poisoned trees gave a wealthy couple in Maine a killer ocean view. Residents wonder, at what cost?

CAMDEN, Maine (AP) — Suspicious deaths in an idyllic seaside community and detective work that points to poison sound like themes from a classic murder mystery. But the victims in this Maine whodunnit were trees that stood in the way of a wealthy family’s oceanfront view, allegedly felled by well-heeled killers who, while ostracized and publicly shamed, remain free.Wealth and hubris fuel the tale of a politically connected Missouri couple who allegedly poisoned their neighbor’s

Dangerous heat today as long heatwave continues

The oppressive combination of heat and humidity continues today and it's also the summer solstice which means daylight will get slightly shorter after today. The excessive heat warning and heat advisory continue until Friday evening.15 Fury Alert Days: When do we issue them?This is a 15 Fury Alert Day with temperatures in the middle 90s but with the dangerous combination of heat and humidity, it will feel to your body like it's close to 100. We can't rule out an isolated storm this afternoon or

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Gubernatorial candidates visit Fort Wayne for annual economic meeting

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- Indiana's gubernatorial candidates visited Fort Wayne Wednesday to debate at the Regional Chamber of Northeast Indiana's (RCNEI) annual meeting.U.S. Sen. Mike Braun and former Indiana Superintendent of Public Instruction Jennifer McCormick discussed economic development strategies, which relates to the RCNEI's mission of promoting an "environment where individuals, businesses, and communities can thrive in a 21st century economy.""I know the roles you play for the Stat

Family foundation continues to help young agriculture entrepreneurs

ROME CITY, Ind. (WANE) - The Josh Clifford Memorial Foundation will hold their 3rd annual fundraiser next week Friday, June 28.
The foundation was formed to honor Josh Clifford, who died in 2020 the day after Christmas from a car accident, down the road from his family farm in Auburn.
Josh was heavily involved with his family's farm, and was going to take over with his dad.
"The foundation provides agriculture (ag) related scholarships and grants for young people pursuing agriculture," said Josh

High heat, humidity continue

ALERT DAY STATUS:
15 Fury Alert Days are in effect today, tomorrow, and Friday. Saturday is still hot, but is a little less humid than the preceding days. As a result, no 15 Fury Alert Day is currently in effect on Saturday.15 Fury Alert Days: When do we issue them?LATEST FORECAST:
A few isolated showers and storms are scattering through this evening. The strongest storms may produce 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-sized hail.The number of storms, though, will be very limited tonight. Many spots

Breaking the Threshold: How an impending population milestone will impact Allen County's future

ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) -- As Allen County celebrates in bicentennial anniversary in 2024, the county has already planned events and ceremonies that aim to highlight and honor the layered history of the area's past.However, county officials could soon have to wrestle with a change to Allen County's governmental structure that would have major ramifications on how day-to-day operations work between the Allen County Board of Commissioners and Allen County Council in the future.What is happening?

In the Archives: Greek Fest's finest foods

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — Greek Fest is eying its 44th annual celebration in the Summit City this week, but instead of turning heads, the festival often turns noses.
From roasted meats to delectable honey-based pastries, the festival always puts a spotlight on its food.WANE 15 went In the Archives to see what was being served in 1999, and much of the cuisine and dedication to the craft was the same.WANE 15 said it was the biggest selection of Greek food the festival had ever seen, and now

Family credits new fire districts for safe, at-home baby delivery

ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) — Cassie and Kris McKinley are resting comfortably at home after the birth of their newborn son, Brooks, didn't go quite as planned.Cassie said she wanted a natural birth at the hospital. Instead, she didn't even make it down the stairs of her home.Cassie said her contractions started just after 2 a.m. on June 6. From the start, she said there was no break between contractions.What’s going on with a potential IU Health hospital in southwest Fort Wayne?"I wa

Ohio cannabis festival hiring joint-rolling judges at high hourly rate

POMEROY, Ohio (WCMH) — As an Ohio cannabis festival prepares for launch, it's also looking to make multiple hires with a high pay grade.The Stargazer Cannabis Festival, weeks away from its inaugural three-day run at Wisteria Campground, is taking place in the first full year that Ohio has legalized recreational marijuana, and a little over a month after the state opened applications for sales at dual-use dispensaries.
Festival organizer Chad Thompson told Nexstar's WCMH that he was plannin

Scattered storms tonight, more 90s coming

ALERT DAY STATUS:
15 Fury Alert Days are in effect today, tomorrow, and Friday. Saturday is still hot, but is a little less humid than the preceding days. As a result, no 15 Fury Alert Day is currently in effect on Saturday.15 Fury Alert Days: When do we issue them?LATEST FORECAST:
A few isolated showers and storms are scattering through this evening. Scattered clouds stick around tonight, but decrease overnight. Our late afternoon high temperatures reached 90° and above for the 4th straigh

Late afternoon headlines Wednesday, June 19

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - Here are your late afternoon headlines for Wednesday, June 19.

What's going on with a potential IU Health hospital in southwest Fort Wayne?

ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) -- It has been more than two years since the Allen County Commissioners gave the final approval on the rezoning of land owned by IU Health.The land, located in southwest Fort Wayne, just off of I-69 at Lower Huntington and Ernst Roads, was said to be the home of an IU Health medical complex, including a medical building up to 150 feet tall. The company purchased it in 2019.At the time of the rezoning approval in April of 2022, there was one building under construction o

Michigan-based health insurance agency to acquire Physicians Health Plan of Northern Indiana

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- A health insurance agency based in Fort Wayne that serves more than 52,000 people will be acquired by another health insurance company based in Michigan before the end of the year.On Wednesday, Priority Health announced plans to acquire Physicians Health Plan of Northern Indiana (PHPNI), which has been headquartered in Fort Wayne since 1983."Joining Priority Health has great potential to offer additional resources and innovation to PHPNI customers and members," said PH

Allen County Fair in full swing

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) -- The Allen County Fair is officially back, with attractions, food, races and events of all kinds.The fair, which runs from June 18-23 at the Allen County Fairgrounds, features a different theme for each day, with Wednesday being "Enjoy the Arts" day. Featured events Wednesday evening include 4-H Llama Minipalooza at 6 p.m., Touch-a-Truck Experience from 6-8 p.m., The Race of Thrones: Team Outhouse Races at 7:30 p.m. and Pot Belly Pig Races at 8 p.m.
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Driver dies in head-on crash with semi after hitting exit ramp barrier near state line

LAKE COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) - A driver died after crashing on an Indiana interstate early Wednesday morning, about a mile from the Illinois state line.According to a release from Indiana State Police, troopers responded just after 1 a.m. to reports of a crash with an SUV and a semitrailer on I-80/94.Investigators determined a westbound SUV crashed into a barrier for the exit ramp to Calumet Avenue for an unknown reason. The SUV ended up facing the wrong way on the highway and it was hit nearly head

Afternoon headlines Wednesday, June 19

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - Here are your afternoon headlines for Wednesday, June 19.

Community Harvest Food Bank set to host a free community event to celebrate Juneteenth

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – Community Harvest Food Bank, CHFB, is hosting a Juneteenth Community Event with free food, festivities and fun.0Juneteenth, a holiday which celebrates the official end of African American slavery in the United States, was recently proclaimed a federal holiday in 2021. Dearllean Walker, an organizer of the event, said this event is a way to keep the history of the holiday alive and help pass this tradition onto younger generations."It's a way for us to ensure that

Delphi murders: Defense wants Judge Gull to testify

CARROLL COUNTY, Ind. – Defense attorneys for Delphi murder suspect Richard Allen fired the latest salvo in a contentious legal back and forth involving the defense, prosecution and the judge assigned to oversee the high-profile case.Richard Allen is charged with four counts of murder in connection with the February 2017 deaths of Abby Williams and Libby German near the Monon High Bridge in Delphi. Indiana State Police announced his arrest in October 2022, more than five years after the kil

Central Indiana police arrest parents for leaving kids in hot car

LAWRENCE, Ind. (WTTV) - Two children were found locked in an SUV Monday night during this week's heat wave, according to the Lawrence Police Department (LPD.) The crime is inexcusable and could have easily been deadly, according to police.A man and woman walked inside the Walmart on Pendleton Pike and allegedly left their two young children alone inside an SUV for more than 40 minutes. LPD claims a passerby noticed the kids locked in the SUV, which wasn't running, and called 911.Police found one

Morning headlines Wednesday, June 19

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - Here are your morning headlines for Wednesday, June 19.

The beginner's guide to celebrating Juneteenth

For more than one-and-a-half centuries,the Juneteenth holidayhas been sacred to many Black communities.It marks the day in 1865 enslaved people in Galveston, Texasfound out they had been freed— after the end of the Civil War, and two years after President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation.Since it was designated a federal holiday in 2021, Juneteenth has become more universally recognized beyond Black America. Many people get the day off work or schoo

Heat humidity and isolated showers/storms

A few scattered and isolated showers and storms this morning and redeveloping this afternoon. The clouds stick around for much of the afternoon with steamy conditions and it will feel like over 100 with even more sunshine temperatures get even hotter on Thursday and Friday. The first real break from the heat will be late in the weekend.Humid conditions through the rest of this week with a slight break over the weekend15 Fury Alert Days: When do we issue them?The excessive heat warning and heat

Heat and humidity create a dangerous combination today

The clouds stick around for much of the afternoon with steamy conditions and it will feel like over 100 with even more sunshine temperatures get even hotter on Thursday and Friday. The first real break from the heat will be late in the weekend.Humid conditions through the rest of this week with a slight break over the weekend15 Fury Alert Days: When do we issue them?The excessive heat warning and heat advisory continue with another hot and humid morning with temperatures increasing into the upp

Warning signs, symptoms and tips: How to stay safe in the heat

(WGN) -- Extreme heat doesn’t just zap our energy, it can also damage vital organs in our bodies, including the brain, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.To help you stay safe amid scorching temperatures this summer, here are a few things you should know:Drink plenty of fluidsDr. Andrew Costello, an emergency medicine physician with Endeavor Health in Chicago, said it's important to drink fluids, like water and sports drinks, before your summer activities.
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