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Indiana Governor’s State of the State Address scheduled – 1/14/2026
Indiana Governor Mike Braun's 2026 State of the State Address will be January 14, 2026.
Wellspring Interfaith Social Services and Meijer Simply Give Hunger Relief Program
Wellspring is proud to announce a partnership with Meijer to provide much-needed relief to local families facing food insecurity through the retailer’s customer-driven hunger relief program, Simply Give.
Blue Jacket Fantasy of Lights adding additional night
News release from Blue Jacket:
Blue Jacket Fantasy of Lights is Doubling Down on Mission and Commitment to Community Despite Weather-Related Low Attendance
Fort Wayne, Indiana...
METRO Human Relations Commission meeting – 1/5/2026
The City of Fort Wayne's Metropolitan Human Relations Commission will meet on January 5, 2026.
State support announced for Downtown South Bend Tech and Talent Hub
Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced today the state’s support of the Downtown South Bend Tech and Talent Hub, a collaborative, regional-led strategy that builds on the South Bend-Elkhart region's long-term planning.
2025 Festival of Gingerbread Recap
The 40th Annual Festival of Gingerbread served up scrumptious records during its Ruby Anniversary in 2025.
IDEM coal ash regulations approved by Rules Board
Indiana is set to be among the first states to establish a comprehensive state permitting program for coal ash disposal and management.
Christmas Day added to Parkview Field Holiday Lights schedule – 12/25/2025
Officials with Parkview Field’s Holiday Lights have responded to public requests to have the popular downtown holiday attraction open on December 25, 2025.
Allen Superior Court’s 2025 holiday schedule
The Allen Superior Court has released it's schedule for the 2025 Christmas/New Year's season.
Eligible Hoosiers will share an estimated $10.5 million from Google settlement
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita announced today that eligible Hoosiers can start taking steps to receive their share of approximately $10.5 million coming to Indiana consumers as part of a $700 million national settlement.
FWFD: House Fire, 600 block Florence Avenue
On December 21, 2025, at 2027 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a report of smoke in the area of West State Boulevard and Hensch Street, Fort Wayne Indiana.
FWPD: Stabbing Investigation, 400 block Archer Avenue
On December 21, 2025, at 0445 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department was dispatched to a stabbing/cutting in the 400 block of Archer Avenue, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
FWPD: Homicide Investigation, Fairfield Avenue and West Paulding Road
On December 21, 2025, at 0433 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to a shooting at the intersection of Fairfield Avenue and West Paulding Road Fort Wayne, Indiana.
FWPD: Death Investigation, Coliseum Inn at 1020 North Coliseum Boulevard
On December 20, 2025, at 1106 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to reports of a man down at the Coliseum Inn at 1020 North Coliseum Boulevard.
Indiana Governor Braun honors the life of Forrest Lucas with Sachem Award
Indiana Governor Mike Braun on Thursday honored Lucas Oil founder Forrest Lucas with the 2025 Sachem Award, Indiana’s highest honor.
Allen County Indiana Government 2025 Winter Holiday Schedule
News release from the Allen County Board of Commissioners:
Allen County Winter Holiday Schedule
Allen County, Indiana (December 19, 2025) – Upcoming winter holidays will affect...
Foellinger Foundation announces Early Childhood, Family Development and more Grants
Foellinger Foundation’s Board of Directors approved grants totaling $3,536,125 to support nonprofit organizations in Allen County, Indiana.
FWPD: Child Abuse Investigation Arrest, 100 block West Superior Street
On December 11, 2025, the Fort Wayne Police Department began an investigation after being called to a local Fort Wayne hospital for an infant with serious injuries.
INDOT: Be safe, plan ahead, and drive sober for holiday travel
AAA predicts at least 109 million travelers will hit the road across the U.S. this year for the Christmas holiday, more than 2.5 million of those from Indiana.
City of Fort Wayne Indiana seeks proposals to develop new downtown plan
The City of Fort Wayne’s Community Development Division is seeking proposals for professional consulting services to create a downtown plan that will guide future investment, growth and development for the next ten years.
Free Expungement Presentation – 1/20/2026
A free presentation by local attorney, Heidi Fowler, explaining Indiana’s Expungement Law and local resources for legal assistance will be given on January 20, 2026.
Allen County Commissioners on TRAA
Statement from the Allen County Commissioners on TRAA funding demands.
Statement from Mayor Sharon Tucker in support of Three Rivers Ambulance Authority
Statement from Mayor Sharon Tucker in support of the Three Rivers Ambulance Authority.
Fort Wayne City Council statement in support of Emergency Services and TRAA
Fort Wayne City Council members Michelle Chambers, Scott Myers, Russ Jehl, Rohli Booker and Council President Geoff Paddock have released the following joint statement in response to the Allen County Commissioners’ recent public criticism of the Three Rivers Ambulance Authority.
City offices to be closed in recognition of Christmas and New Year’s Day
The City of Fort Wayne’s offices will be closed December 24 – 26 in recognition of Christmas, and on Thursday, January 1 in recognition of New Year’s Day.
FWFD: House Fire, 5000 block Oliver Street
On December 17, 2025, at 0016 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a house fire in the 5000 block of Oliver Street, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
FWFD: Industrial Fire, 2613 East Washington Boulevard
On December 16, 2025, at 1400 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a building fire at 2613 East Washington Boulevard, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
FWPD: Shooting Investigation, Laverne and Lake Avenue
On December 15, 2025, at 0935 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to a shooting in the area of Laverne and Lake Avenues, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Investing in our Future: Commitment to maintain and improve Parks 2025
Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation today releases highlights from its 2025 capital improvement program, noting an active year of completed projects.
Attorney General files against websites allegedly violating age verification law
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita is suing the operators of approximately 50 pornographic websites, alleging they have violated Indiana’s age-verification law.