FWFD: House Fire, 7200 block Shady Lane

On January 23, 2026, at 1457 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a house fire in the 7200 block of Shady Lane, Fort Wayne, Indiana.

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.
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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.

FWPD: Barricaded Subject, 4000 block San Pedro Drive

On January 22, 2026 at 1226 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to a report of a subject armed with a handgun who was experiencing a mental health crisis.

Fort Wayne Man sentenced to prison for possession of child pornography

On January 15, 2026, Kevin James Miller, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, was sentenced after pleading guilty to Possession of Child Pornography.
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Indiana’s 2026 Human Trafficking Awareness Initiative results

The Indiana State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division partnered with the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance for the CVSA Human Trafficking Awareness Initiative, which took place from January 12 – 16, 2026.

FWFD: House Fire, 3300 block Eastwood Drive

On January 18, 2026, at 2159 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a house fire in the 3300 block of Eastwood Drive, Fort Wayne, Indiana.

FWPD: Pedestrian/Vehicle Accident, 3700 block West Coliseum Boulevard

On January 15, 2026, at 2305 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department received calls about a vehicle accident involving a pedestrian in the 3700 block of West Coliseum Boulevard, Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Fort Wayne Fire Department announces promotions

Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker and Fire Chief Eric Lahey today announced promotions for two FWFD employees.