Latest Daily Highlights
Fort Wayne Indiana now recognized as a Purple Heart City
Tonight, Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker and the Fort Wayne City Council announced that Fort Wayne, Indiana, is now recognized as a Purple Heart City.
Mayor Tucker named a Founding Mayor of America the Entrepreneurial
Fort Wayne Indiana Mayor Sharon Tucker today announced that she has joined “America the Entrepreneurial” as a Founding Mayor.
Allen County leaders launch “Community Conversations” to connect with residents
Allen County residents are invited to take part in a new series of Community Conversations, a month-long initiative designed to bring county government directly into the communities it serves.
City of Fort Wayne Indiana challenges Aqua Indiana sewer rate request
Fort Wayne City Utilities, on behalf of the City of Fort Wayne, filed to intervene in Aqua Indiana’s request to increase sewer rates before the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission.
MAKE IT DOWNTOWN plan kicks off public engagement – 8/28 and 8/29/2026
Today, Fort Wayne leaders unveiled the website, logo and public engagement efforts for Make It Downtown, Fort Wayne Indiana’s ten-year strategic plan.
Indiana Gas Tax Holiday extended through September 5, 2026
Today, Indiana Governor Mike Braun declared a new statewide energy emergency and reinstituted his suspension of Indiana’s Gasoline Usage Tax and Gasoline Excise Tax through September 5, 2026.
The Salvation Army Fort Wayne marks 23 years of “Tools for School”
Today, The Salvation Army Fort Wayne is celebrating the 23rd year of the Tools for School program, which provides free backpacks and school supplies to local students in need.
FWCS Transition Day welcomes students to their new schools – 8/6/2026
To help students feel comfortable and prepared, Fort Wayne Community Schools will host Transition Day on August 6, 2026, for kindergarten students, sixth graders and ninth graders.
Neighborhood infrastructure projects receive approval at City Council
Four more projects led by the City of Fort Wayne’s Public Works Division received Committee Session approval from City Council last night.
New INcrEDIBLE Discovery Garden opens – 8/7/2026
The Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory will officially open the new INcrEDIBLE Discovery Garden on August 7, 2026.
Indiana State Police seeks police officers for the Capitol Police Section
The Indiana State Police Capitol Police Section is now accepting applications from both traditional and lateral applicants.
Northern District of Indiana U.S. Attorney’s Office supports community events during National Night Out – 8/4/2026
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Indiana supports and encourages community organizers, neighbors, and law enforcement partners to participate in the National Night Out events on August 4, 2026.
Streetlights first phase of Safe Neighborhoods Initiative
Tonight, the Fort Wayne City Council will discuss a $254,062 contract for new street lighting along Oliver Street from East Pontiac Street to Rudisill Boulevard.
Open Streets Fort Wayne announces list of activities – 8/16/2026
Today, the City of Fort Wayne announced the list of over 130 activities that will be offered during Open Streets Fort Wayne on August 16, 2026.
True Value named official Home Improvement Partner of Notre Dame Athletics
Today, True Value announced a new sponsorship with Notre Dame Athletics, becoming the Official Home Improvement Partner of Notre Dame Athletics.
National Night Out – 8/4/2026
National Night Out is on August 4, 2026, at Memorial Park in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Third Day 30th Anniversary Tour at Memorial Coliseum – 4/3/2027
Four-time GRAMMY Award-winning band Third Day has announced the second and final leg of its celebrated 30th Anniversary Tour including a stop at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control is hoping to reach 400 adoptions this month
Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control is ready to celebrate reaching 400 adoptions in July.
Indiana Medicaid will now cover GLP-1 treatments for eligible beneficiaries
Indiana Governor Mike Braun today directed the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration expand access to select GLP-1 medications for eligible Indiana Medicaid members living with obesity.
Grand Opening of the Fort Wayne Lawn Bowls and Fort Wayne Croquet Clubs
The Fort Wayne Curling Club announces the grand opening of a brand new bowling green and the introduction of the Fort Wayne Lawn Bowls Club and the Fort Wayne Croquet Club that will both utilize the green.
Fort Wayne TinCaps ReCap: Fort Wayne 3, West Michigan 0
The Fort Wayne TinCaps completed the 19th one-hitter in franchise history on Thursday night in a 3-0 shutout win over the West Michigan Whitecaps.
Fort Wayne TinCaps ReCap: West Michigan 11, Fort Wayne 1
The Fort Wayne TinCaps fell behind early and could not catch up in Wednesday night’s 11-1 loss at Parkview Field to the West Michigan Whitecaps.
Fort Wayne TinCaps Transactions: 8/5/2026
The San Diego Padres have made the following Minor League transactions for the Fort Wayne TinCaps.
Fort Wayne TinCaps unveil 2026 ‘Caps Against Cancer uniforms
The TinCaps have unveiled their specially designed jerseys for the 'Caps Against Cancer game on August 22, 2026, in partnership with the Parkview Packnett Family Cancer Institute.
Fort Wayne TinCaps update on Sunday’s suspended game
The August 2nd suspended second game of the doubleheader with the Great Lakes Loons will be made up on August 18, 2026, at Parkview Field in downtown Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Traffic Alert: Maumee Avenue lane restriction begin – 8/4/2026
The far-right lane of Maumee Avenue will be restricted for approximately seven blocks between Hanna Street and South Anthony Boulevard as crews replace a water main.
Traffic Alert: Multiple restrictions in the Ardmore/Jefferson/Illinois/Hillegas area this week
Two lane restrictions are scheduled this week as crews continue work on water main improvements in the Westwood Fairway neighborhood and along West Jefferson Boulevard.
Traffic Alert: Fairfield Avenue to partially close through mid-September
A sewer separation project will move forward next week along Fairfield Avenue to address chronic flooding in the Fairfield-Terrace Belmont neighborhood.
Westbound lanes to close in section of S.R. 930/Coliseum Boulevard over weekend
The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a weekend closure on State Road 930/Coliseum Boulevard in Fort Wayne as part of ongoing construction.
Traffic Alert: Spy Run Avenue restrictions continue tomorrow – 7/29/2026
Lane restrictions will continue Wednesday, July 29, on Spy Run Avenue between Fourth and Elizabeth streets in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Metropolitan Human Relations Commission meeting – 8/10/2026
The City of Fort Wayne's Metropolitan Human Relations Commission will meet on August 10, 2026.
Allen County Department of Health Executive Board meeting – 7/20/2026
The Allen County Department of Health's Executive Health Board meets on July 20, 2026.
Today’s Redevelopment Commission meeting cancelled – 7/13/2026
The City of Fort Wayne's Redevelopment Commission meeting scheduled for today has been cancelled.
Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission meeting agendas – 7/13/2026
The Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission meets on Monday, July 13, 2026.
METRO Human Relations Commission meeting – 7/6/2026
The City of Fort Wayne's Metropolitan Human Relations Commission will meet on July 6, 2026.
Downtown Fort Wayne Indiana America 250 fireworks tonight – 7/4/2026
The Fort Wayne TinCaps will be co-hosting tonight's America 250 fireworks display in downtown Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Big Boy Steam Locomotive coming through Fort Wayne Indiana!
The Union Pacific's 4014, the 4-8-8-4 Big Boy steam locomotive, will be travelling through Fort Wayne later this month.
Interview: Early voting, voting centers, and primary election security
Today, we spoke with Amy K. Scrogham who is the Executive Director of the Allen County Election Board about voting in this year's Primary Election on May 5, 2026.
AFW Photos and Videos: $91M neighborhood investment announcement
Video and photos from the news conference held today by Fort Wayne City Utilities.
AFW Photos and Video: Announcement of 2026 Neighborhood Improvement Grants
Photos and video from Today's announcement of the 2026 City of Fort Wayne Neighborhood Improvement Grants.
Latest Election News
Allen County Commissioner 3rd District race recount scheduled
The recount of the Allen County Commissioners 3rd District race has been scheduled.
Allen County Election Board meeting – 7/16/2026
The Allen County Election Board will meet on July 16, 2026.
The meeting will be held in the Rousseau Centre, 1 East Main Street, Suite...
2026 Primary Election recount requests filed
The Allen County Election Board has been notified of two recount requests from the May 5, 2026, Primary Election.
Final Certified 2026 Primary Election Results released
The final certified 2026 Primary Election Results have been released by the Allen County Election Board's Executive Director, Amy Scrogham.
Allen County Election Board statement on Primary Election results
Statement from the Allen County Election Board on the tabulation of results for yesterday's Primary Election.
FWPD: Critical Injury Motorcycle Accident, West Jefferson Boulevard and Catalpa Street
On August 1, 2026, at 1204 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to a motorcycle accident at the intersection of West Jefferson Boulevard and Catalpa Street, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
FWFD: Cintas Fire, 3115 Independence Drive
On July 30, 2026, at 1245 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a structure fire at Cintas, 3115 Independence Drive, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
FWPD: Exposure Arrest, 5311 Coldwater Road
On July 21, 2026, at 1330 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to the Walmart at 5311 Coldwater Road, regarding a report of a male exposing himself in the parking lot.
Prosecutor’s statement on the death of Tayshawn Amere Ross
Statement from the Allen County Prosecuting Attorney's office on the death of 10 year old Tayshawn Amere Ross.
Allen County Coroner: 2026 21st Allen County Homicide
The Allen County Coroner has identified Tayshawn Amere Ross as the 21st Allen County Homicide in 2026.