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.
Early voting starts tomorrow – 4/7/2026
Early voting for the 2026 Primary Election begins tomorrow, April 7, 2026.
Latest Daily Highlights
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.
2025-26 Efforts provide 4,055 safe shelter nights for homeless
Fort Wayne’s Office of Housing & Neighborhood Services joined local nonprofit agencies today to report results from the 2025-26 winter contingency emergency shelter efforts, which provided 4,055 safe shelter nights for people with no housing.
4th of July Parade to commemorate 250th anniversary of the United States
Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker today announced that the City of Fort Wayne will host a 4th of July Parade on Saturday, July 4, 2026, to honor the 250th anniversary of the United States of America.
Construction begins on The Landing Exchange
Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker joined The Model Group representatives today to highlight construction is underway on the $20 million The Landing Exchange project, 555 S. Harrison St.
Fort Wayne Police Department announces opening of new Downtown Fort Wayne District
The Fort Wayne Police Department officially launched its new Downtown District this week.
ISP Master Trooper John Grant awarded Bronze Star Award
ISP Master Trooper John Grant, has been awarded the Bronze Star Award for his courageous actions during a pursuit in New Haven in 2025.
ISP Senior Trooper Jeff Goehring awarded Combat Action Award and Silver Star
Indiana State Police Fort Wayne District Trooper, Senior Trooper Jeff Goehring, has been awarded the Combat Action Award and the Silver Star for his courageous actions during the pursuit of a murder suspect in 2025.
ISP Master Motor Carrier Inspector Kevin Bowsman awarded 2025 Motor Carrier Inspector of the Year
ISP Master Motor Carrier Inspector Kevin Bowsman was recognized as the 2025 Motor Carrier Inspector of the Year at a recent awards ceremony in Indianapolis.
ISP Sergeant Adam Kitson honored with Life Saving Award
ISP Sergeant Adam Kitson has been honored with a Life Saving Award during a recent ceremony in Indianapolis, Indiana.
ISP Trooper Benjamin Walker top DUI award for Fort Wayne District
ISP Trooper Benjamin Walker was given the top DUI Award for the Fort Wayne District in a recent awards ceremony held in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Forensic Scientist II Hannah Dygert awarded 2025 Forensic Scientist of the Year
Forensic Scientist II Hannah Dygert, with the ISP Fort Wayne Regional Laboratory, was awarded as the Forensic Scientist of the year for the Indiana State Police.
NWS: Sunday Frost Advisory, 1 AM to 9 AM – 5/3/2026
The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory for our area which is in effect from 1 AM to 9 AM May 3, 2026.
Parkview’s direct-to-employer rates fall well below statutory benchmarkw of direct-to-employer arrangements
Parkview Health today highlighted its performance in the Indiana Department of Health’s inaugural Direct-to-Employer Healthcare Arrangement Plan Review for 2025.
Visit Fort Wayne continues wins in adaptive sports categories
Visit Fort Wayne is excited to announced that we were honored with the Emerging Sports Destination Award for Accessibility at the 2026 Compete Sports For All Petey Awards in Las Vegas.
Allen County residents invited to recycle electronics – 5/2/2026
The Allen County Department of Environmental Management will host an Electronics Recycling Event on May 2, 2026.
Indiana’s competitiveness and safeguards against foreign adversaries strengthened
Indiana Governor Mike Braun today ceremonially signed two bills into law to ensure Indiana remains competitive in the face of growing threats from foreign adversaries.
Huntington University joins Higher Education Coalition
Fort Wayne Community Schools and the Higher Education Coalition are expanding to now include eight local colleges and universities.
FWPD: Phone scam impersonating law enforcement is targeting residents
The Fort Wayne Police Department is warning the public about a phone scam in which suspects falsely identify themselves as local law enforcement officers in an attempt to obtain money from victims.
Explore Fort Wayne’s history all month long
May is National Historic Preservation month, and this year the City of Fort Wayne is partnering with Visit Fort Wayne to let people know the many ways they can learn about and celebrate Fort Wayne history.
TinCaps Baseball
Fort Wayne TinCaps ReCap: Fort Wayne 6, South Bend 1
The Fort Wayne TinCaps rounded out April with their second consecutive win, defeating the South Bend Cubs 6-1 at Four Winds Field Thursday night.
Fort Wayne TinCaps ReCap: Fort Wayne 7, South Bend 4
The Fort Wayne TinCaps put together a stretch of timely hits in Wednesday afternoon’s 7-4 win against the South Bend Cubs.
Fort Wayne TinCaps ReCap: South Bend 6, Fort Wayne 4
The Fort Wayne TinCaps couldn’t come back in Tuesday night’s 6-4 series-opening loss against the South Bend Cubs.
Jamie Hitt named Midwest League Pitcher of the Week
Minor League Baseball has announced TinCaps left-handed pitcher Jamie Hitt as its Midwest League Pitcher of the Week for April 20-26.
Fort Wayne TinCaps ReCap: Wisconsin 8, Fort Wayne 0
The Fort Wayne TinCaps lost Sunday afternoon’s series finale 8-0 against the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers.
Latest Election News
Allen County Election Board meetings cancelled
The Allen County Election Board has cancelled several scheduled meetings over the next few days.
Early in-person voting locations expand today – 4/27/2026
Five additional locations will open for early in-person voting today, Monday, April 27, 2026.
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.
Allen County Election Board meeting cancelled – 4/10/2026
The Allen County Election Board's meeting scheduled for April 10, 2026, has been cancelled.
Early voting starts tomorrow – 4/7/2026
Early voting for the 2026 Primary Election begins tomorrow, April 7, 2026.
Overnight I-69 ramp closures in Allen County
The Indiana Department of Transportation announces temporary I-69 ramp closures as part of ongoing construction.
Overnight I-69 on-ramp closure to take place in Fort Wayne
The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a temporary I-69 on-ramp closure as part of ongoing construction.
Traffic Alert: South Calhoun Street lane restriction
Fort Wayne City Utilities crews will begin replacing a water valve on South Calhoun Street at 8:00 a.m. on April 23, 2026.
St. Joe Center Road lane restrictions begin Monday
Lane restrictions will affect traffic along St. Joe Center Road starting Monday, April 20, as crews begin installing a new relief sewer line in the area. Work is expected to continue through late August.
INDOT: Overnight closures planned for Coliseum Boulevard
The Indiana Department of Transportation announces overnight lane closures on State Road 930/Coliseum Boulevard in Fort Wayne between Lake Avenue and S.R. 930/East Washington Boulevard.
FWFD Merit Commission meeting – 5/5/2026
The Fort Wayne Fire Department Merit Commission meets in Open Session on May 5, 2026.
METRO Human Relations Commission meeting – 5/4/2026
The City of Fort Wayne's Metropolitan Human Relations Commission will meet on May 4, 2026.
Allen County Election Board meetings cancelled
The Allen County Election Board has cancelled several scheduled meetings over the next few days.
Capital Improvement Board of Managers Meeting cancelled – 4/23/2026
The Allen County-Fort Wayne Capital Improvement Board of Managers meeting scheduled for April 23, 2026, has been cancelled.
Fort Wayne Public Art Commission meeting agenda – 4/22/2026
The Fort Wayne Public Art Commission meets April 22, 2026, at Citizens Square.
FWPD: Shooting Investigation, 200 block Corwin Lane
On May 1, 2026, at 0445 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department was dispatched to the 200 block of Corwin Lane regarding a reported shooting.
FWPD: Fatal Semi-truck vs motorcycle accident, 5300 block Illinois Road
On April 30, 2026, at 1554 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to the report of motorcycle versus semi-truck that occurred in the 5300 block of Illinois Road.
Allen County Coroner: 2026 5th Allen County Homicide
The Allen County Coroner has identified Erica Ann Eggeman the 5th Allen County Homicide in 2026.
FWPD: Shooting Investigation, Thompson and Scott Avenues
On April 29, 2026, at 1304 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to the area of Thompson and Scott Avenues on reports of shots fired.
FWPD: Homicide Suspect Wanted, 3200 block Abbott Street
The Fort Wayne Police Department has issued a Felony Murder Warrant for David E. Hunter Jr., age 21, Detroit, Michigan, who is wanted in connection with the homicide of Latisha Ann Marie Greene on April 11, 2026.