Indiana State Police launches C.A.R.E. blitz to target impaired driving

As Hoosiers prepare to celebrate America’s 250th Independence Day, Indiana Governor Mike Braun and the Indiana State Police are urging the public to make safety a priority throughout the holiday weekend.

Keep pets safe this Fourth of July

Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control is urging pet owners to take extra precautions to keep their furry and even feathered friends safe during this holiday.

IAG demands Merrillville cease illegal interference with immigration enforcement

Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita recently sent a cease-and-desist letter to the Town Council of the Town of Merrillville, warning that its actions to block U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement from establishing new detention space violate state law and undermine public safety.

Reminder: City’s cooling stations offered throughout the summer

Several cooling stations throughout Fort Wayne, Indiana, are available for residents who are seeking relief from the heat.

Hoosier farmers committed to soil conservation

The Indiana Conservation Partnership recently announced the results of the conservation transect survey, which estimated Hoosier farmers planted 1.58 million acres of overwinter living covers.

Garbage and recycling collection will begin at 5 a.m. when temps reach 90’s

On days when temperatures are predicted to reach the 90’s, GFL Environmental will begin collecting garbage and recycling one hour earlier.

City Utilities team wins national championship in “College Bowl” of water competitions

A team of City Utilities chemists from the Three Rivers Filtration Plant won the national Top Ops Championship at the American Water Works Association’s ACE26 Conference in Washington, D.C.

On Friday, July 3, 2026, most Allen County Offices will close to observe Independence Day or the Fourth of July and will reopen for normal business hours on Monday, July 6, 2026.

Safety Village and Survive Alive House celebrate 35 years

The City of Fort Wayne held an open house to commemorate the 35th anniversary of the Safety Village and Survive Alive House today.

City offices to be closed for Independence Day – 7/3/2026

The City of Fort Wayne’s offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026, in recognition of Independence Day.