AFW Video: John McGauley announcement of campaign for Fort Wayne City Clerk
Today, January 6, 2026, former ALlen County Recorder John McGauley, announced his campaign for Fort Wayne City Clerk in the upcoming January 17, 2026, caucus.
AFW Video: Fort Wayne City Clerk Lana Keesling’s resignation statement
On January 6, 2026, Fort Wayne City Clerk Lana Keesling announced she will be resigning her position on January 19, 2026.
AFW Video: City of Fort Wayne’s Neighborhood Infrastructure Recap
Video and photos from today's announcement that over $41 million in neighborhood infrastructure improvements were completed during the 2025 construction season.
Former GE plant demolition on Taylor Street
The demolition work continues on the World War II era former General Electric plant on Taylor Street.
AFW Video: Tesa Hege declares her bid for Allen County Prosecuting Attorney
Today, Republican Tesa Helge announced her candidacy for Allen County Prosecuting Attorney in the upcoming 2026 Primary Election.
https://youtu.be/wwb25l3CHsU
Before her announcement, current Allen County Prosecutor...
2026 Election Cycle
Allen Superior Court Judge Fran Gull to retire
Judge Fran Gull, Allen Superior Court, announces that she will not be seeking re-election and will be retiring at the end of her term, December 31, 2026.
ACDP calls on ACGOP to release voter list for caucuses
The Allen County Democratic Party is calling on the Allen County Republican Party to release its precinct chair voter list for this week’s upcoming caucuses to replace Fort Wayne City Clerk Lana Keesling and Allen County Councilman Josh Hale.
Candidate Campaign Declaration Filings – 1/9/2026
Candidates who filed for the 2026 Allen County Indiana Primary Election on January 9, 2026.
Allen County Commissioner Rich Beck will not seek re-election in 2026
Allen County Commissioner Rich Beck Jr. (R-3rd) announced today that he will not seek re-election for a third term as Commissioner in 2026.
Candidate Campaign Declaration Filings – 1/8/2026
Candidates who filed for the 2026 Allen County Indiana Primary Election on January 8, 2026.
Candidate Campaign Declaration Filings – 1/7/2026
Today was the first day for candidates to file their intention to run for office in the 2026 Primary Election to be held on May 5, 2026.
2026 Candidacy Filings Begin
Today marks the opening day for candidacy filings in the 2026 election cycle.
Candidates will have until noon Friday, February 13, 2026 to file their...
AFW Video: John McGauley announcement of campaign for Fort Wayne City Clerk
Today, January 6, 2026, former ALlen County Recorder John McGauley, announced his campaign for Fort Wayne City Clerk in the upcoming January 17, 2026, caucus.
AFW Video: Fort Wayne City Clerk Lana Keesling’s resignation statement
On January 6, 2026, Fort Wayne City Clerk Lana Keesling announced she will be resigning her position on January 19, 2026.
AFW Video: Tesa Hege declares her bid for Allen County Prosecuting Attorney
Today, Republican Tesa Helge announced her candidacy for Allen County Prosecuting Attorney in the upcoming 2026 Primary Election.
https://youtu.be/wwb25l3CHsU
Before her announcement, current Allen County Prosecutor...
Redevelopment Commission supports Sweetwater’s expansion plans
The Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission today voted to pass an Economic Development Agreement with Sweetwater to support the company’s expansion in Fort Wayne.
Waynedale residents invited to help shape the future of their neighborhoods
The City of Fort Wayne invites residents to share their ideas and feedback on draft recommendations for the Waynedale 2040 Plan.
State of Indiana fights waste, fraud, and abuse in Government
Today, Indiana Governor Mike Braun signed an executive order creating an Indiana Council on Fraud Detection and Prevention to build on his success in rooting out and eliminating waste, fraud, and abuse in government.
Mayor Tucker to hold educational forum on immigration
Today, Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker announced she will host an educational forum on immigration.
New Haven Boil Advisory Lifted
The boil order advisory in New Haven, Indiana, has been lifted.
Planned river level adjustment postponed due to weather
Planned maintenance work on the St. Marys River has been postponed due to ice and snow conditions that would not allow crews to safely access the work area.
City of New Haven Indiana Update to the Water Boil Advisory
Update to the New Haven Boil Order Advisory, at 10 a.m., January 30, 2026.
City of New Haven Indiana: Water Boil Advisory
The City of New Haven has issued a Boil Water Advisory for residents due to a disruption in the water system.
Indiana Governor Braun’s Power Up Initiative strengthens Hoosier workforce
Indiana Governor Mike Braun today highlighted the transformative impact of Power Up Indiana’s workforce development initiative.
Mayor Tucker to attend U.S. Conference of Mayors event
Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker will attend the 94th Winter Meeting of the U.S. Conference of Mayors.
NWS Report: Winter Storm of January 25th-26, 2026
The National Weather Service's report for the January 25-26, 2026 snow storm.
Fort Wayne Police Department promotions
Today, the following Fort Wayne Police Department Officers were promoted.
Parkview Health announces weather-related closings
Due to severe weather conditions in the region, Parkview Health has adjusted operations for today.
City of Fort Wayne Street Department plowing update
The City of Fort Wayne Street Department has had crews working around the clock and will continue to do so throughout the night.
Winter Weather Travel Watch issued for Allen County Indiana
A Winter Weather Travel Watch has been issued for Allen County Indiana as steady overnight snow has made all roads snow covered slick and hazardous.
Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control to host Canine Communication classes
Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control will once again be hosting a variety of canine communication classes in 2026.
New Haven’s annual State of the City Address highlights A City on the Rise
New Haven Mayor Steve McMichael gave an overview of 2025 and previewed 2026 to guests and dignitaries at the New Haven Community Center on January...
Metal Mayhem coming to Memorial Coliseum – 3/6/2026 to 3/8/2026
Full Throttle Monster Trucks and National Tractor Pullers Association have come together to create the biggest weekend in motorsports ever coming to Fort Wayne for one weekend.
FWACC: City ordinance requires temp-controlled shelter for pets below 10 degrees
Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control wants to remind pet owners and community cat caretakers to be mindful of your animals while outdoors with the current frigid temperatures.
State of Indiana prepares for winter storm and expected widespread travel impacts
The Indiana Department of Transportation, Indiana State Police and Indiana Department of Homeland Security urge Hoosiers to prepare for a significant winter weather event this weekend.
City of Fort Wayne prepared for forecasted snowfall
To prepare for the snow event predicted for this weekend, the City of Fort Wayne Street Department will have full crews working around the clock if necessary to keep streets and roads as safe as possible for emergency vehicles and motorists.
Winter Driving Tips from ISP Fort Wayne
With bitter cold temperatures and snow in the forecast, the Indiana State Police want to prepare you for winter driving conditions.
Indiana prepares for severe weather this weekend
With severe winter weather forecasted this weekend, Governor Braun is reiterating Indiana’s preparedness for severe snow and ice.
Highlighting Indiana’s leadership on critical minerals, including rare earth elements
Today, Indiana Governor Mike Braun and Secretary of Commerce David Adams visited ReElement Technologies’ pilot facility in Noblesville.
Padres announce 2026 Fort Wayne TinCaps Coaching Staff
The San Diego Padres have announced the coaching staff for the 2026 Fort Wayne TinCaps season.
Traffic Alert: Lima Road lane restriction Monday – 12/15/2025
The right-hand, southbound lane of Lima Road will be closed on December 15, 2025, as crews replace a fire hydrant.
Traffic Alert: Getz Road lane restriction
Fort Wayne City Utility crews will repair a water main along Getz Road on November 24, 2025.
Traffic Alert: Changes at I-469 and U.S. 24
The Indiana Department of Transportation announces changes to the construction zone on I-469.
Traffic Alert: Spring Street closure through end of week
Spring Street, between Wells Street and Short Street, will be closed for three days, beginning November 12, 2025, while crews restore the road damaged from a broken pipe.
Traffic Alert: East Pettit Avenue lane restriction
Starting October 22, 2025, crews will be restoring a portion of East Petit Avenue damaged by a water main break.
Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission meeting agenda – 1/12/2026
The Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission meets on Monday, January 12, 2026, for their annual reorganizational meeting.
FWPD Board of Public Safety Open Session – 1/8/2026
The City of Fort Wayne Board of Public Safety meets in Open Session on January 8, 2026, at Citizens Square.
FWFD Merit Commission meeting – 1/6/2026
The Fort Wayne Fire Department Merit Commission meets on January 6, 2026.
2026 Allen County Board of Commissioners meetings
Per Indiana Code 5-14-1.5-5(c), notice is hereby given that the Allen County Board of Commissioners will hold its Legislative Sessions at 10:00 a.m. each Friday throughout 2026.
METRO Human Relations Commission meeting – 1/5/2026
The City of Fort Wayne's Metropolitan Human Relations Commission will meet on January 5, 2026.
FWPD Board of Public Safety Executive Sessions Cancelled – 12/15/2025 and 12/16/2025
The City of Fort Wayne Board of Public Safety Executive Sessions scheduled for December 15, 2025, and December 16, 2025, have been cancelled.
2026 Fort Wayne Animal Control Commission dates announced
Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control announce the Animal Control Commission meeting dates for the upcoming 2026 year.
Agenda for tonight’s forum about the local Google Data Center
The agenda for tonight's Community Information Forum concerning the local Google Data Center.
FWPD Board of Public Safety Open Session – 12/15/2025
The City of Fort Wayne Board of Public Safety meets in Open Session on December 15, 2025, at Citizens Square.
The meeting will be held...
2026 Fort Wayne City Council meeting schedule
The Fort Wayne City Council has released their 2026 schedule of meetings.
FWPD: Homicide Arrests in December 21, 2025 homicide
On February 11, 2026, at 1600 hours, FWPD Homicide Detectives arrested Damiah Jackon-Sanders in the 600 block of East Jefferson Boulevard without incident in connection with the December 21, 2025, homicide of Andraias Curry.
Fort Wayne man sentenced to 190 months for Drug Trafficking and Firearm Offenses
On February 4, 2026, Michael O. Beers was sentenced after pleading guilty to possessing with intent to distribute 400 grams or more of fentanyl, possessing a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime, and possessing a firearm as a convicted felon.
FWFD: Apartment Fire, 6700 block Broadway
On February 9, 2026, at 1417 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to an apartment fire in the 6700 block of Broadway, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
FWFD: Coral Club Apartment Fire, 800 block Dolphin Drive
On February 7, 2026, at 2320 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a reported kitchen fire at the Coral Club Apartments in the 800 block of Dolphin Drive, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
FWFD: House Fire, 1300 block 3rd Street
On February 6, 2026, at 1912 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a house fire in the 1300 block of 3rd Street, Fort Wayne, Indiana.