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Woman killed in Wayne County crash identified

Woman killed in Wayne County crash identified

A 23-year-old Lyons woman died early Wednesday after her vehicle struck a utility pole in the town of Wolcott.
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Wayne County man accused of shooting police drone

Wayne County man accused of shooting police drone

A Wayne County man faces charges after authorities say he fired at a sheriff's office drone during a July investigation in Savannah.
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Palmyra man, 74, identified as victim in fatal Wayne County logging truck crash

Palmyra man, 74, identified as victim in fatal Wayne County logging truck crash

George R. Zimmerman was killed Monday when the logging truck he was driving overturned on Route 21 in Palmyra.
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Bank seeks foreclosure of downtown Rochester Wyndham hotel

Bank seeks foreclosure of downtown Rochester Wyndham hotel

Cogent Bank wants a court to foreclose on Rochester's downtown Wyndham hotel, alleging more than $6 million in loan defaults.
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Monroe County renewed PrimeCare contract after inmate died | Exclusive

Monroe County renewed PrimeCare contract after inmate died | Exclusive

Monroe County renewed PrimeCare's jail medical contract weeks after a state report on an inmate's preventable death. A review still hasn't started.
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Hate crime charges filed in Manhattan synagogue attack

Hate crime charges filed in Manhattan synagogue attack

A New York City man now faces hate crime charges after barging into Shabbat services and attacking two people at a Manhattan synagogue Friday night
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4th defendant pleads guilty in Sam Nordquist murder case. What happens next?

4th defendant pleads guilty in Sam Nordquist murder case. What happens next?

Sage is the fourth of seven defendants to plead guilty in the case involving the torture and killing of 24-year-old Sam Nordquist.
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Their coffee shops keep closing. They keep showing up.

Their coffee shops keep closing. They keep showing up.

A Geneseo coffee group, which began in the 1990s, has hopped from one site to another as stores have closed.
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23-year-old woman killed in single-vehicle crash in Wayne County

23-year-old woman killed in single-vehicle crash in Wayne County

The 23-year-old was the sole occupant of a 2007 Chevrolet that struck a utility pole on Route 104A, according to state police.
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Flash Flood Emergency Declared in Southeast Indiana Amid Heavy Rainfall

Flash Flood Emergency Declared in Southeast Indiana Amid Heavy Rainfall

A flash flood emergency has been issued for parts of southeast Indiana, including Wayne, Fayette, and Union Counties, as heavy rain continues to impact the region. Rainfall rates of up to 2 inches per hour have been recorded, with some areas already receiving 4 to 8 inches of rain. Additional scattered storms are expected later in the day, with the highest rainfall totals likely in areas west and southwest of Cincinnati. A flood watch remains in effect for the entire region through Wednesday evening. The National Weather Service has also warned of major record flooding along the West Fork of the Whitewater River in Alpine, Indiana. Source time: Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:32:00 GMT.
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Historic Flooding Prompts Evacuations in Wayne County, Indiana

Historic Flooding Prompts Evacuations in Wayne County, Indiana

Wayne County, Indiana, is experiencing significant flooding after receiving between 7.3 and 10 inches of rain in the past 24 hours, according to the Wayne County Emergency Management Agency (WKEF, 2026-08-12). Cambridge City has been particularly affected, with rapidly rising waters leading to multiple water rescues and evacuations. Emergency shelters have been established, including one at the Kuhlman Center at the Wayne County Fairgrounds. A Level 3 Travel Emergency has been declared for all county roads, urging residents to avoid travel. Rescue operations are ongoing, with crews using boats to assist stranded individuals. No injuries or fatalities have been reported so far.
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Historic Flooding Prompts Emergency Declaration in Wayne County, Indiana

Historic Flooding Prompts Emergency Declaration in Wayne County, Indiana

Wayne County, Indiana, is experiencing catastrophic flooding after receiving up to 10 inches of rain within 24 hours (Western Wayne News, Aug. 12, 2026). The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning until 9:15 a.m., with additional rainfall of 1 to 3 inches expected. Emergency crews are conducting water rescues, evacuations, and road closures, while a Level III Travel Warning prohibits non-emergency travel through noon Thursday. Cambridge City and surrounding areas face power outages, boil advisories, and significant infrastructure damage. Schools, businesses, and public services have announced closures or delays, and emergency shelters have been established to assist displaced residents.