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Two Missing Kids Found Safe | Fort Wayne News

Fort Wayne police issued an urgent alert for missing kids Tidus, 10, and Alexis Harmon, 12, last seen near Tyrone Road in matching, colorful outfits — Tidus in blue and camo, Alexis in purple and Hello Kitty kicks. Parents and community rallied, fearing the worst, but the heartwarming twist? Both kids were found safe — a community triumph thanks to quick action and public vigilance. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/06ca516f99d81997

Why Neighbor Connections Are Vanishing | Fort Wayne News

Social capital is plummeting—only 40% of Americans now talk to neighbors weekly, down from 60% thirteen years ago, with young adults hit hardest. This decline isn’t just about loneliness; it’s a public health crisis, with isolation linked to a 25% higher risk of premature death. But hope is rising: community projects like Westwood’s are rebuilding trust through local gatherings, proving that simple acts—like walking or meeting in parks—can forge the connections that make neighborhoods resilient and healthier. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e501cdad4425fdc8

Backpacks and Checkups for School Success | Fort Wayne News

Bowen Health just wrapped up their fourth annual backpack giveaway and health fair, handing out hundreds of new backpacks packed with school supplies—including clear ones for middle schoolers—and offering vital health services like immunizations and screenings for oral and ear health. Families flocked early, stressing the importance of staying ahead of illness before school starts. Experts also urged parents to prioritize sleep, nutrition, and pre-school checkups to keep kids healthy and learning all year. With Allen County schools kicking off in early August, this event couldn’t have come at a better time. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8a0827261f0fdc56

Katherine Jackson Faces New Fraud Charge | Fort Wayne News

Katherine Jackson’s legal nightmare just got worse—she’s now facing a new felony fraud charge after allegedly swindling a man out of $8,000 by pretending to own a car dealership, while her kids were removed from her care due to severe neglect and developmental issues. With 16 existing federal charges and a potential 98.5-year sentence, her trial looms in January 2027, and this scandal only deepens the already grim picture of her downfall. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c6a56bb4b1ce17bd

Americans Feel Economy Is Rigged | Fort Wayne News

Americans are feeling the squeeze—especially those earning under $50K—with three-quarters saying inflation’s hit their families hard and over a third calling it a serious hardship. Even many Republicans now believe the economic system favors the wealthy, as President Trump’s approval on the economy plummets. While the White House highlights job growth, wage data shows little change, and gas prices remain stubbornly high. The sense that the system is rigged isn’t new, but its current intensity ties to inflation and deep-seated distrust in both parties. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d9d8733e1b81110c