Government News

City of Fort Wayne

Mayor Tucker to attend U.S. Conference of Mayors event

Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker will attend the 94th Winter Meeting of the U.S. Conference of Mayors.

City of Fort Wayne Street Department plowing update

The City of Fort Wayne Street Department has had crews working around the clock and will continue to do so throughout the night.

Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control to host Canine Communication classes

Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control will once again be hosting a variety of canine communication classes in 2026.

FWACC: City ordinance requires temp-controlled shelter for pets below 10 degrees

Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control wants to remind pet owners and community cat caretakers to be mindful of your animals while outdoors with the current frigid temperatures.

City of Fort Wayne prepared for forecasted snowfall

To prepare for the snow event predicted for this weekend, the City of Fort Wayne Street Department will have full crews working around the clock if necessary to keep streets and roads as safe as possible for emergency vehicles and motorists.

Allen County

Winter Weather Travel Watch issued for Allen County Indiana

A Winter Weather Travel Watch has been issued for Allen County Indiana as steady overnight snow has made all roads snow covered slick and hazardous.

Allen Superior Court Judge Fran Gull to retire

Judge Fran Gull, Allen Superior Court, announces that she will not be seeking re-election and will be retiring at the end of her term, December 31, 2026.

Allen County continues $3 billion permitted construction value trend

Last week, the Allen County Building Department reported that the value of building permits issued in 2025 totaled $3,836,321,507 – the second year in a row to surpass the $3 Billion mark, besting last year’s total by nearly $172,000,000.

Allen County Board of Commissioners reorganization

During this morning’s Legislative Session, the Board of Commissioners reorganized, something that they do each January.

Allen County Commissioner Rich Beck will not seek re-election in 2026

Allen County Commissioner Rich Beck Jr. (R-3rd) announced today that he will not seek re-election for a third term as Commissioner in 2026.

Federal

White House: Evidence suggests link between Acetaminophen, Autism

Today, President Donald J. Trump joined Administration officials to announce major progress in understanding the root causes of autism.

President Trump’s Executive Order on homeless

Text of U.S. President Donald Trump's Executive Order on the homeless.
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USDA Secretary Rollins announces USDA reorganization

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today announced the reorganization of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

EPA announces $2M brownfields cleanup funding for North River site

Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced a $2 million clean up grant for the Former OmniSource South Property (now known as the North River site) in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

COVID-19 Disinfectant List

Today, the EPA is releasing an expanded list of EPA-registered disinfectant products that have qualified for use against SARS-CoV-2, the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19.

State of Indiana

Indiana Governor Braun’s Power Up Initiative strengthens Hoosier workforce

Indiana Governor Mike Braun today highlighted the transformative impact of Power Up Indiana’s workforce development initiative.

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.

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.

Highlighting Indiana’s leadership on critical minerals, including rare earth elements

Today, Indiana Governor Mike Braun and Secretary of Commerce David Adams visited ReElement Technologies’ pilot facility in Noblesville.

Indiana Governor Mike Braun delivers record economic results in 2025

Indiana Governor Mike Braun highlighted a record-setting year for Indiana’s economy.

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