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ACPL free lecture: From Hollywood to Fort Wayne: Paul Revere Williams “Architect to the Stars”
Learn how three human stories connect with history, architecture and a shared aesthetic vision.
Inspire Neighborhoods Conference now accepting speaker and award applications
The Inspire Neighborhoods Conference is now accepting speaker and award applications for the 2026 conference, tentatively scheduled for September 11, 2026, at Electric Works.
Fort Wayne earns 2026 CPTED Project of the Year award
The City of Fort Wayne’s High Street CPTED Pilot Area initiative has captured the 2026 Project of the Year award from the U.S. CPTED Association.
FWPD: Khai Fusion Robbery Suspects Arrested, 2500 Winch Street
On February 4, 2026, at 1700 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department was dispatched to an armed robbery call at the Khai Fusion Restaurant at 2823 East State Boulevard, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
New Haven Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council engages in matching campaign for pocket park
Young leaders in New Haven are planning for the future as they lay the groundwork for a new park.
FWPD: Barricaded Subject, 6800 Baer Road
On February 16, 2026, at 1035 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department was dispatched to a residence in the 6800 block of Baer Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana, regarding an armed subject that was suffering from a mental health crisis.
FWFD: House Fire, 400 block Fairfax Avenue
On February 15, 2026, at 1437 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a house fire in the 400 block of Fairfax Avenue, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Second phase of a LOT to LOVE program now open
The second phase of the successful A LOT to LOVE program is now open to developers who may apply to purchase discounted City-owned vacant lots and transform them into new housing.
Citizen-match residential street tree planting program applications now being accepted
Applications are again accepted online or by mail for the annual Citizen-match residential street tree planting program.
TinCaps unveil new alternate identity in 2026
Paying homage to the area’s rich railroad history, the Fort Wayne TinCaps announced this evening the team will be playing as the “PufferBellies” every Wednesday night game, May through August, during the 2026 season.
Board of Commissioners statement on the passing of former Commissioner Linda Bloom
The Allen County Board of Commissioners was saddened to learn about the passing of former Allen County Commissioner, Linda Bloom.
FWPD: Homicide Arrests in December 21, 2025 homicide
On February 11, 2026, at 1600 hours, FWPD Homicide Detectives arrested Damiah Jackon-Sanders in the 600 block of East Jefferson Boulevard without incident in connection with the December 21, 2025, homicide of Andraias Curry.
Fort Wayne man sentenced to 190 months for Drug Trafficking and Firearm Offenses
On February 4, 2026, Michael O. Beers was sentenced after pleading guilty to possessing with intent to distribute 400 grams or more of fentanyl, possessing a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime, and possessing a firearm as a convicted felon.
Redevelopment Commission supports Sweetwater’s expansion plans
The Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission today voted to pass an Economic Development Agreement with Sweetwater to support the company’s expansion in Fort Wayne.
FWFD: Apartment Fire, 6700 block Broadway
On February 9, 2026, at 1417 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to an apartment fire in the 6700 block of Broadway, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
FWFD: Coral Club Apartment Fire, 800 block Dolphin Drive
On February 7, 2026, at 2320 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a reported kitchen fire at the Coral Club Apartments in the 800 block of Dolphin Drive, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
FWFD: House Fire, 1300 block 3rd Street
On February 6, 2026, at 1912 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a house fire in the 1300 block of 3rd Street, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
FWFD: House Fire, 4300 block Reed Street
On February 4, 2026, at 1322 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a house fire in the 4300 block of Reed Street, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Waynedale residents invited to help shape the future of their neighborhoods
The City of Fort Wayne invites residents to share their ideas and feedback on draft recommendations for the Waynedale 2040 Plan.
FWFD: House Fire, 4500 block Lillie Street
On February 3, 2026, at 2150 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to an attached garage fire that had spread into the house in the 4500 block of Lillie Street, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
FWFD: Trolley Steaks and Seafood Fire, 2898 East Dupont Road
On February 3, 2026, at 1454 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to the Trolley Steaks and Seafood at 2898 East Dupont Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
State of Indiana fights waste, fraud, and abuse in Government
Today, Indiana Governor Mike Braun signed an executive order creating an Indiana Council on Fraud Detection and Prevention to build on his success in rooting out and eliminating waste, fraud, and abuse in government.
Mayor Tucker to hold educational forum on immigration
Today, Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker announced she will host an educational forum on immigration.
FWFD: House Fire, 900 block Irene Avenue
On February 2, 2026, at 0800 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a house fire in the 900 block of Irene Avenue, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
New Haven Boil Advisory Lifted
The boil order advisory in New Haven, Indiana, has been lifted.
FWFD: House Fire, 4600 block South Park Drive
On February 1, 2026, at 0321 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a house fire in the 4600 block of South Park Drive, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
FWFD: House Fire, 4500 block Wilmette Street
On January 31, 2026, at 2219 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a house fire in the 4500 block of Wilmette Street, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
FWFD: House Fire, 500 block McKinnie Avenue
On January 31, 2026, at 0230 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a house fire in the 500 block of McKinnie Avenue, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Planned river level adjustment postponed due to weather
Planned maintenance work on the St. Marys River has been postponed due to ice and snow conditions that would not allow crews to safely access the work area.
City of New Haven Indiana Update to the Water Boil Advisory
Update to the New Haven Boil Order Advisory, at 10 a.m., January 30, 2026.