City of Fort Wayne
Dedication of the new downtown ‘Flow’ light sculpture postponed
The dedication of the new lighted sculpture entitled Flow has been postponed due to delays caused by recent storms and to allow additional time to ensure the anchor system is properly installed.
Local artists bring the “Only Rain in the Drain” message to Fort Wayne sidewalks
From August 15 through August 23, 2026, local artists will brighten sidewalks around Fort Wayne with colorful murals and an important message: “Only Rain in the Drain.”
Metropolitan Human Relations Commission announces Executive Director transition
The Fort Wayne Metropolitan Human Relations Commission announced today that Executive Director Nikki Quintana will conclude her service with the Commission effective August 21, 2026.
Traffic Alert: Illinois Road brief closure expected today for restoration work – 8/10/2026
Crews will complete pavement restoration following a water main break along Illinois Road on August 10, 2026.
Environmental remediation begins on the North River site
Environmental remediation is beginning on the former OmniSource property, or what has become known as the North River site, which includes 29 acres along Clinton Street just north of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Bridge.
Allen County
Allen County leaders launch “Community Conversations” to connect with residents
Allen County residents are invited to take part in a new series of Community Conversations, a month-long initiative designed to bring county government directly into the communities it serves.
Allen County Commissioner 3rd District race recount scheduled
The recount of the Allen County Commissioners 3rd District race has been scheduled.
Allen County to finalize creation of unified fire and EMS district
The Allen County Board of Commissioners will consider two ordinances next Friday that would complete the final stage in a multi-year and multi-step process to unify Fire and EMS agencies across the county.
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...
Federal
Population growth holds steady in midsized cities amid widespread slowdown
Amid a widespread national slowdown in population growth, midsized cities remained close to the previous year’s patterns between July 1, 2024, and July 1, 2025.
Text of King Charles III’s address to Joint Session of Congress – 4/28/2026
Text of United Kingdom's King Charles III's address to a joint session of Congress in Washington D.C. on April 28, 2026.
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.
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.
State of Indiana
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita warns of storm/flooding scammers
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita is urging all Hoosiers to remain vigilant against scammers exploiting the damage from the recent severe weather and flooding.
Indiana Governor Braun secures federal assistance, updates statewide storm response
Indiana Governor Mike Braun provided an update on Indiana’s ongoing storm response from the State Emergency Operations Center on Saturday, August 15, 2026.
Indiana Governor Braun requests Presidential Emergency Declaration following severe weather
Today, Indiana Governor Mike Braun requested a Presidential Emergency Declaration through FEMA as the state continues responding to the severe weather.
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.
Indiana Statewide Disaster Emergency announced
Today, Indiana Governor Mike Braun declared a statewide disaster emergency and announced he has mobilized the Indiana National Guard.