Latest Daily Highlights
Suspension of Indiana’s Gasoline Usage Tax and Gasoline Excise Tax extended
Indiana Governor Mike Braun today extended the suspension of Indiana’s Gasoline Usage Tax and Gasoline Excise Tax through October 6, 2026.
Council members explain their vote against the Anchor Resource Center
After last night's vote against funding the proposed Anchor Resource Center, the members of the Fort Wayne City Council who voted no circulated a letter to the media exploring their reasons.
FWPD seeks community input through public branding survey
The Fort Wayne Police Department is asking residents to share their opinions through a new community survey available on Engage Fort Wayne.
FWPD: Flock Safety cameras are now offline and will be removed shortly
Fort Wayne Police Chief P.J. Smith states the Flock Camera License Plate Readers are now offline and will soon be removed.
Indiana’s First West Nile Virus case of 2026 reported in Allen County
The first case of West Nile Virus disease in Indiana in 2026 has been reported in an Allen County Indiana resident.
Crack seal work on Rivergreenway begins today – 9/4/2026
Beginning this morning, September 4, 2026, sections of the Rivergreenway will be closed intermittently to allow crews to crack seal the trail.
Tonight’s Tread the Trails cancelled – 9/3/2026
Tonight’s Tread the Trails event is cancelled due to the high heat index.
“Indiana achieves second-largest drop in Veteran homelessness nationwide”
Today, Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced that Indiana achieved the second-largest drop in veteran homelessness nationwide.
Allen County government offices closed for Labor Day – 9/7/2026
On September 7, 2026, most Allen County Offices will close to observe Labor Day, and will reopen for normal business hours on September 8, 2026.
FWCS: Memorial Park Middle School takes center stage in new documentary
This year, Memorial Park STEAM Middle School’s award-winning jazz band, Big Noise, will be the feature subject of a documentary.
Indiana receives SBA grant for small businesses to increase product sales
Today, Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced the state has secured $765,000 in competitive grant funding from the U.S. Small Business Administration to help Indiana small businesses increase and expand their product sales.
Fort Wayne Fire Department announces promotions
Today, Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker and Fire Chief Eric Lahey announced promotions for five Fort Wayne Fire Department employees.
FWPD announces Ethan Dahlen as Strategic Communications Manager
The Fort Wayne Police Department is pleased to announce the hiring of Ethan Dahlen as the department’s new strategic communications manager.
Indiana Governor Braun accelerates rural housing in South Bend-Elkhart Indiana
Indiana Governor Mike Braun is increasing housing and supporting talent retention and attraction with a new community-focused investment in the South Bend-Elkhart Region.
Governor, FEMA Administrator visit storm recovery sites across Indiana
Indiana Governor Mike Braun and FEMA Administrator Cameron Hamilton traveled to Northwest, Central, and East Central Indiana on Monday to assess recovery efforts following the severe storms and historic flooding.
ACPL takes National Library Card Sign-Up Month to the pitch with discount FWFC tickets
September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month, and the Allen County Public Library is celebrating with a little hometown team spirit.
City offices to be closed on Labor Day – 9/7/2026
The City of Fort Wayne’s offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026. in recognition of Labor Day.
The Waynedale News celebrates 94 years with a Ford Model A Car Show – 9/2/2026
The Waynedale News is celebrating 94 years of local news and community connection with a special 1930s Car Show featuring historic vehicles from The Old Fort Model A Car Club.
IDOH: Routine hospital diversions to end
Indiana state health officials and emergency healthcare partners have joined together to end the practice of emergency medical services being diverted from hospitals due to over-crowding in the emergency department and hospital.
The James Foundation awards $1M to support tuition assistance for the Pearl Arts Music Academy
Today, Pearl Arts announced a $1 million gift from The James Foundation to expand tuition assistance for students enrolled in the Pearl Arts Music Academy.
Indiana Governor gives state employees impacted by severe storms paid leave
Indiana Governor Mike Braun today signed an Executive Order 26-24 granting special paid leave to eligible Indiana state employees whose homes were destroyed or severely damaged by the recent flooding and severe weather.
FWCS music video to launch for Futures ON Track – 8/29/2026
Fort Wayne Community Schools students are bringing their music to the screen with a new music video for “Stay Tuned,” the title track from the Futures ON Track project.
IAG Rokita secures big victory against Monroe County Indiana Sheriff
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita secured a consent decree against the Monroe County sheriff over department policies in regards to immigration laws.
Indiana state flags ordered lowered to half-staff in honor of Dolly Parton
Indiana Governor Mike Braun has directed flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of Dolly Parton, who died Tuesday at the age of 80.
Indiana Governo calls for investigation into NIPSCO following prolonged power outages
Today, Indiana Governor Mike Braun directed the Indiana Office of Utility Consumer Counselor to file a complaint and launch an investigation into NIPSCO following widespread and prolonged power outages in Northwest Indiana caused by severe weather that began on August 11, 2026.
Fort Wayne TinCaps ReCap: Lansing 8, Fort Wayne 2
The Fort Wayne TinCaps struck first but allowed eight unanswered runs in their 8-2 loss against the Lansing Lugnuts on Thursday in Lansing, Michigan.
Fort Wayne TinCaps Transactions: 9/3/2026
The San Diego Padres made the following Minor League transactions for the Fort Wayne TinCaps on September 3, 2026.
Fort Wayne TinCaps ReCap: Lansing 10, Fort Wayne 1
The Fort Wayne TinCaps lost Wednesday night, 10-1, to the Lansing Lugnuts at Jackson Field.
Fort Wayne TinCaps ReCap: Fort Wayne 6, Lansing 4
The Fort Wayne TinCaps struck early and came through massively in the 11th inning in Tuesday night’s 6-4 win over the Lansing Lugnuts.
Fort Wayne TinCaps Transactions: 9/1/2026
The San Diego Padres made the following Minor League transactions for the Fort Wayne TinCaps on September 1, 2026.
Cook Road temporary one-way traffic pattern changing Monday – 8/31/2026
Due to ongoing road improvement work on Cook Road, the temporary one-way traffic pattern on Cook Road, between Huguenard Road and Lima Road, will be changing direction on August 31, 2026.
Coliseum Boulevard eastbound lanes to close over weekend
The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a weekend closure on Coliseum Boulevard in Fort Wayne as part of ongoing construction.
Traffic Alert: Water main break to close Ardmore south of Elmhurst tonight – 8/18/2026
A water main break on Ardmore Avenue will require a road closure between Elmhurst Drive and Lower Huntington Road beginning tonight, August 18, 2026.
Traffic Alert: Lane restriction on Hillegas/Ardmore Road
On August 17, 2026, one lane of Hillegas/Ardmore Road will be closed for two blocks between Illinois Road and North Washington Road.
Coliseum Boulevards weekend closure: upcoming traffic pattern changes over Maumee River
The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a weekend closure on State Road 930/Coliseum Boulevard in Fort Wayne as part of ongoing construction.
Notice of Allen County Council Executive Session – 9/8/2026
On September 8, 2026, at 8:00 am, the Allen County Council will convene an Executive Session for the purpose of discussing applications for council board appointments to the Allen County Fire and EMS Board.
Fort Wayne Public Art Commission meeting agenda – 8/26/2026
The Fort Wayne Public Art Commission meets August 26, 2026.
Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission meeting agendas – 8/17/2026
The Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission meets on Monday, August 17, 2026.
Economic Development Commission August 2026 meeting cancelled
The Economic Development Commission meeting scheduled for August 6, 2026, has been cancelled.
Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission meeting rescheduled – 8/17/2026
The August Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission meeting originally scheduled for August 10, 2026, has been rescheduled.
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: CAPS arrest, 4500 block Schmucker Drive
On September 4, 2026, at 0713 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to the 4500 block of Schmucker Drive to investigate a reported rape.
ISP: Three car accident on US 30 injures two
On September 3, 2026, after 8:30 am, the Indiana State Police responded to a three-vehicle crash on US 30 eastbound near Flaugh Road that resulted in two people injured.
ISP: Trooper’s quick actions help deliver newborn along I‑69
Indiana State Police Fort Wayne District Trooper Sam Waterhouse was patrolling I‑69 near the 328‑mile marker outside Auburn when he observed a vehicle traveling at an extremely high speed heading southbound.
FWPD: Fatal Hit-And-Run Driver Arrested
Esperanza Villafana has been identified and arrested by the Fort Wayne Police Department in connection with the fatal hit-and-run accident on Maysville Road on June 19, 2026.
FWPD: Motor Vehicle Accident With Life-threatening Injuries
On August 27, 2026, at 1858 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department was dispatched to an accident involving a pickup truck that had struck the rear of a parked flatbed tow truck in the 900 block of West Creighton Avenue, Fort Wayne, Indiana.