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North Side High School brings holiday cheer to kids surviving cancer – 12/7/2025
North Side High School will host its 38th annual Christmas Party for Kids Surviving Cancer on December 7, 2025.
NWS Infographic: Cold impacts on vulnerable populations
Everyone is at risk from the dangers of extreme cold, but some groups are more vulnerable than most.
NWS: A frigid night ahead
A frigid night is in store with minimum wind chills between 0 to 10 degrees below zero early Friday morning.
NWS: Weekend weather outlook
Arctic air spills in tonight into Friday morning with sub-zero wind chills.
NWS: Brief Freezing Drizzle tonight
The National Weather Service warns of freezing drizzle overnight.
NWS: Cold weather ahead
A strong cold front will bring light snow and possible freezing drizzle this evening as much colder air filters into the area late tonight through Thursday night
Keep your home warm, safe, and flowing in single digit temperatures
With temperatures expected to drop into the single digits, we should all take proper precautions to protect our pipes from freezing.
Completion of Pufferbelly Trail Golden Spike section celebrated
Today, the City of Fort Wayne’s Public Works Division marked the completion of the Pufferbelly Trail “Golden Spike” section from Ice Way to Washington Center Road, a $4.2 million investment.
Landmark settlement to safeguard voter rolls, identify illegal votes secured
Federal records confirm at least 165 non-citizens registered to vote in Indiana — 21 cast ballots.
Riverfront Phase IIb public open space update
Construction is now underway for Riverfront Phase IIB, located along the north bank of the St. Marys River.
NWS: Recap of Thanksgiving snowstorm
A significant, early season winter storm moved through the entire forecast area on November 29, 2025, into early November 30, 2025.
FWPD: Homicide Investigation Arrest, downtown Amoco Gas Station
On December 2, 2025, at 2215 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department arrested Domonique Drew during a traffic stop at the intersection of South Clinton Street and East Jefferson Boulevard, on a charge of murder related to a homicide earlier that evening.
FWPD: Homicide Investigation, Amoco Gas Station, 437 East Washington Boulevard
On December 2, 2025, at 1820 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department was dispatched to the Amoco Gas Station at 437 East Washington Boulevard in regards to a shooting.
“Family First Workplace” policy announced that will support working families
Today, Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced the launch of Family First Workplace initiative, a new family-focused program that allows eligible state employees to bring their infants to work during the first six months of life.
NWS: Sharply colder temperatures with light snow chances this week
Temperatures this week will turn sharply colder Thursday night with lows near zero and wind chills well below zero possible.
FWFD: Indian Village Manor Fire, 2121 Engle Road
On December 1, 2025, at 2025 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a car fire near a large multi-garage/storage unit at the Indian Village Manor complex at 2121 Engle Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission meeting cancelled – 12/8/2025
The Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission meeting for December 8, 2025, has been cancelled.
Community Foundation to present grant award to youth organization
Representatives from the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne will make a check presentation to the New Haven Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council and City of New Haven in the amount of $25,000 on December 1, 2025.
ISP Fort Wayne Post Thanksgiving week patrol results
Last week was busy for Indiana State Police Fort Wayne Post Troopers as they worked to make an impact on Holiday travel.
Honoring Fort Wayne’s Favorite Santa – Phil Steigerwald
On December 4, 2025, the History Center will host Fort Wayne City Council President Geoff Paddock who will read a proclamation from Mayor Sharon Tucker honoring Phil Steigerwald.
FWPD: Shooting Investigation, Travelers Inn, 4606 East Washington Boulevard
On November 30, 2025, at 1515 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department was dispatched to a “shots fired” call at the Travelers Inn at 4606 East Washington Boulevard.
Travel Watch lifted; Winter Weather Travel Advisory still in place
The Winter Weather Travel Watch is lifted in Allen County, Indiana; however, a Winter Weather Travel Advisory remains in place.
NWS: Lake Effect Snow returning at times today
Lake effect snow pushes through this morning into the afternoon and then another band of lake effect snow pushes in later this afternoon.
Winter Weather Travel WATCH Issued for Allen County Indiana
A Winter Weather Travel Watch has been issued for Allen County Indiana on November 29, 2025.
NWS Weather Story: Dangerous winter travel conditions
Widespread snow is expected across the area through this evening, then overnight areas south of US 24 will mix with rain.
NWS Update: Winter Storm Warning in effect until Sunday, 10:00 AM EST
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning which is in effect until tomorrow, Sunday, at 10:00 AM, EST.
Winter Weather Travel Advisory issued for Allen County Indiana – 11/29/2025
A Winter Weather Travel ADVISORY has been issued for Allen County, Indiana.
NWS Weather Story: Significant early season winter storm
The National Weather Service is forecasting a significant early season winter storm for our area this weekend.
NWS Infographic: Shovel Smart
Shovel Smart infographic from the National Weather Service.
NWS: Winter Storm Warning in effect until 11/30/2025 10 AM EST
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning which is in effect from November 29, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST until November 30, 2025, 10:00 AM EST.