Latest AFW Posts
INDOT: I-469 on-ramp to close at S.R. 37
INDOT announces an I-469 entrance ramp closure as part of ongoing interstate construction.
Fort Wayne Zoo Military Appreciation Day Saturday – 6/14/2025
The Fort Wayne Zoo is proud to host Military Appreciation Day this Saturday, June 14, 2025, offering free admission to all active duty and retired military personnel in honor of their service and sacrifice.
Mayor Tucker and Chief Lahey highlight data points on responsiveness to emergencies
Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker and Fire Chief Eric Lahey today reiterated the commitment by the City Administration and Fort Wayne Fire Department to ensure the safety and well-being of all Fort Wayne residents.
East Central Forward Neighborhood Plan reaches milestone
The East Central Forward neighborhood plan reached a significant milestone this evening with tonight’s unanimous approval from Fort Wayne City Council.
Traffic Alert: McKinnie Avenue at Lafayette Street – 6/11/2025
Field Operations team members will restore a portion of the intersection of McKinnie Avenue at Lafayette Street tomorrow, June 11, 2025.
Dr. Rich Bimler named Editor Emeritus of Hope-Full Living
Dr. Rich Bimler is being honored with the title of Editor Emeritus of Hope-Full Living.
IDOH celebrates historic decrease in Infant Mortality Rate
Provisional data from the Indiana Department of Health show the 2024 infant mortality rate in Indiana is 6.3 deaths per 1,000 live births, a decrease from 6.6 in 2023.
Fort Wayne Mayor Tucker announces grants to 22 non-profit programs
Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker today announced that 22 local non-profit programs will receive funding from the City of Fort Wayne’s federal Community Development Block Grant and Emergency Solutions Grant dollars.
Memorial Coliseum Traffic Advisory for Wednesday – 6/11/2025
The Allen County War Memorial Coliseum is issuing a Traffic Advisory for roadways surrounding the complex on June 11, 2025, for the 31st Annual Hot Rod Power Tour event.
Parkview Health welcomes Jim McCann as Director of Employer Solutions Business Development
Parkview Health is pleased to formally announce Jim McCann as the new director of Employer Solutions Business Development.
Traffic Alert: Motorists should use caution on north bound US 27 through Fort Wayne
Travel conditions along US 27 from Main St. north will remain hazardous over the next 12-24 hours on the northbound lane of US 27 through the city of Fort Wayne, Indiana.
25 Years of Water Quality Excellence brings National Honor
City Utilities' Three Rivers Filtration Plant has earned national recognition for its unwavering commitment to water quality and operational excellence.
Culvers hosts fundraiser for Honor Flight Northeast Indiana
Culver’s will host a fundraiser to benefit Honor Flight Northeast Indiana on June 25, 2025, at multiple locations in and around Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission meeting agenda – 6/9/2025
The agenda for the Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission meeting on Monday, June 9, 2025.
2025 Summer Nights at the Embassy begins July 9, 2025
The Embassy is pleased to announce that the tenth season of Summer Nights at the Embassy will begin Wednesday, July 9, 2025, and continue for 8 weeks, wrapping up on August 27, 2025.
Plant, Pick and Plate program kicks off at Johnnie Mae Farm
Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker and officials from the United States Conference of Mayors and the American Beverage Foundation for a Healthy America (ABFHA) joined area youth today at Johnnie Mae Farm to kick off the new Plant, Pick & Plate program.
Community Harvest Food Bank: Kids Cafe and Summer Feeding Program
Community Harvest Food Bank’s Kid’s Café & Summer Feeding Program has begun and runs from June 2, 2025, through July 18, 2025.
Today’s Lunch on the Square canceled
Lunch on the Square will be canceled for Thursday, June 5, 2025, due to rain and inclement weather.
Traffic Alert: Scott Road traffic restriction Thursday – 6/5/2025
Field Operations will repair a water main on Scott Road June 5, 2025, which will requires travel restrictions on Scott's southbound lane between Covington Road and Greenoak Boulevard.
Measures to modernize Indiana State Comptroller Title signed into law
Indiana State Comptroller Elise Nieshalla is a step closer to making history as key legislation she supported advanced previous efforts to modernize the state office name and officeholder’s title.
Traffic Alert: Southbound I-69 ramps to temporarily close
INDOT announces southbound I-69 ramp closures as part of ongoing interstate construction.
Indiana Arts Commission announces study on impact of creative aging arts programming for older adults
The Indiana Arts Commission, in partnership with the Center for Aging & Community at the University of Indianapolis, has released new research on the IAC’s Lifelong Arts Indiana programming.
Allen County Commissioners statement regarding Pike’s Pub incident
The Allen County Board of Commissioners issued a statement at today’s press conference held by the Allen County Sheriff’s Department regarding updates on the Pike’s Pub incident on May 30, 2025.
Firefighters call for leadership change to protect public safety
Today, the Fort Wayne Professional Firefighters Local 124 (IAFF124) called for new leadership at the Fort Wayne Fire Department.
Economic Development Commission meeting cancelled – 6/19/2025
The June 19, 2025, City of Fort Wayne Economic Development Commission meeting is canceled due to no new business.
Latest AFW Originals
AFW Photos and Videos: New Haven Next announcement
Photos and videos from the New Haven Next announcement on May 2, 2025, in downtown New Haven, Indiana.
AFW Video: 2025 Utility improvements news conference
Video and photos from the City of Fort Wayne's news conference held on April 30, 2025 in the Sunny Meadows neighborhood to announce almost $100M in Utilities infrastructure work to be completed this year.
North River Fieldhouse presentation video and other info
Video of the Victus study for the proposed North River Fieldhouse.
AFW Photos and Video: Be Elec-trific Day at Electric Works
Photos and video from the Be Elec-trific Day at Electric Works held February 11, 2025.
AFW #ThrowBacks: Parkview Field, 15 years ago
The outfield wall at Parkview Field is in the final months of construction in this photo from January 20, 2009.
Latest from the Fort Wayne TinCaps
TinCaps ReCap: TinCaps drop doubleheader
For the fifth time this season, Parkview Field hosted a sellout crowd of 7,499 fans in Saturday's doubleheader. The Fort Wayne TinCaps dropped both games to the South Bend Cubs, 3-1 and 4-0.
TinCaps Transactions: 6/14/2025
The San Diego Padres have made the following Minor League transactions for the Fort Wayne TinCaps.
TinCaps and Cubs Postponed on Friday Night
Friday night’s game between the Fort Wayne TinCaps and the South Bend Cubs is postponed due to weather.
TinCaps ReCap: South Bend 10, Fort Wayne 1
In its fourth sellout of the season, 7,374 fans packed Parkview Field, as the Fort Wayne TinCaps lost 10-1 to the South Bend Cubs.
TinCaps Transactions: 6/12/2025
The San Diego Padres have made the following Minor League transactions for the Fort Wayne TinCaps.
Public Safety Incidents
FWPD: Fatal Pedestrian/Vehicle Accident, East Paulding Road and South Calhoun Street
On June 14, 2025, at 2205 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department received multiple calls of a person in down in the roadway near the intersection of Paulding Road and Calhoun Street.
FWFD: Building Fire, 618 South Calhoun Street
On June 12, 2025, at 1237 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to Markey Bonding, at 618 South Calhoun Street, on the report of a building fire.
FWPD: Stabbing Investigation, South Anthony Boulevard and West Colonial Avenue
On June 12, 2025, at 1330 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to reports of a stabbing at the corner of South Anthony Boulevard and West Colonial Avenue.
FWPD: Fatal Motorcycle Accident, St. Joe Center Road and North Arlington Parkway
On July 2, 2023, at 1336 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to the intersection of St. Joe Center Road and North Arlington Parkway in reference to a vehicle accident.
ISP Investigate crash as suspect flees from the Allen County Drug Task Force
The Indiana State Police was requested to investigate a crash where a driver was fleeing police.