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4th of July Parade to commemorate 250th anniversary of the United States
Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker today announced that the City of Fort Wayne will host a 4th of July Parade on Saturday, July 4, 2026, to honor the 250th anniversary of the United States of America.
Construction begins on The Landing Exchange
Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker joined The Model Group representatives today to highlight construction is underway on the $20 million The Landing Exchange project, 555 S. Harrison St.
Fort Wayne Police Department announces opening of new Downtown Fort Wayne District
The Fort Wayne Police Department officially launched its new Downtown District this week.
Access to Public Records Act Bill originated in Allen County
Yesterday, Indiana Governor Mike Braun hosted a ceremonial signing of a locally-drafted bill that will help mitigate the workload for local government employees across the state.
TinCaps ReCap: Lake County 13, Fort Wayne 4
The Fort Wayne TinCaps couldn’t keep up with the Lake County Captains in Tuesday night’s 13-4 loss at Classic Auto Group Park.
Downtown Plan 2026 Fact Sheet
The City of Fort Wayne has announced the selection of Interface Studio, LLC as the developer of a new downtown Fort Wayne Indiana plan and released a Downtown Plan 2026 Fact Sheet.
Interface Studio hired to help create new downtown Fort Wayne plan
The City of Fort Wayne Indiana will contract with Interface Studio, LLC to create a downtown plan that will guide future investment, growth and development for the next ten years.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect until 11PM tonight
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect until 11:00 PM EDT.
AFW Photos and Videos: $91M neighborhood investment announcement
Video and photos from the news conference held today by Fort Wayne City Utilities.
TinCaps Transactions: 4/14/2026
The San Diego Padres have made the following Minor League transactions for the Fort Wayne TinCaps.
FWPD: Barricaded Subject, 2600 block Corvalis Avenue
On April 14, 2026, at 1007 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to a residence in the 2600 block of Corvalis Avenue after receiving reports that an adult male had placed an adult female in a headlock and dragged her into the home.
$91M in utility investments target neighborhood infrastructure
Residents of the Fairfield Terrace Belmont Neighborhood joined Mayor Sharon Tucker, neighborhood leaders and City Utilities’ staff today to highlight projects planned and underway in 2026.
Governor announces $200M to expand child care affordability
Today Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced an investment of $200 million to expand affordable child care.
NWS: Severe storm chances
Showers and a few storms with gusty winds over 40 mph are expected this morning, but a greater threat of severe storms is expected for tonight into the early morning hours Wednesday.
AFW Photos and Video: Announcement of 2026 Neighborhood Improvement Grants
Photos and video from Today's announcement of the 2026 City of Fort Wayne Neighborhood Improvement Grants.
Governor takes action to make housing more affordable
Indiana Governor Mike Braun today ceremonially signed HEA 1001, legislation aimed at increasing housing production in Indiana.
Chip chip hooray for $5 Microchip Day
Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control in collaboration with coalition partners announces a community microchip event that will be offered at 5 different locations across Fort Wayne, Indiana.
FWFD: Apartment Fire, 3400 block Portage Boulevard
On April 14, 2026, at 1641 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to an apartment fire at the Wildwoods Apartments in the 3400 block of Portage Boulevard, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
FWFD: Vacant House Fire, 1100 block East Cook Road
On April 13, 2026, at 1150 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a house fire in the 1100 block of East Cook Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Hoosiers urged to take precautions against tick-borne disease
Indiana health officials urge Hoosiers to protect themselves from tick bites as the weather warms up and tick activity increases across the state.
Mayor Tucker announces improvement grants for 28 neighborhoods
Today, Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker announced that 28 Fort Wayne neighborhoods are receiving improvement grants to help make them safer, more attractive and more enjoyable for residents.
Timothy W. DeGroote appointed to the position of Probate Magistrate
The Allen Superior Court Civil Division has appointed local attorney Timothy W. DeGroote to the position of Probate Magistrate.
Iron Nation–Indiana launched to drive innovation, investment and economic growt
Today, Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced the launch of Iron Nation–Indiana, a new $60+ million investment and commercialization initiative designed to strengthen Indiana’s position as a destination for innovation-driven growth.
Traffic Alert: South Anthony Boulevard work begins this week
Fort Wayne City Utilities will begin replacing a more than 100-year-old water main along South Anthony Boulevard bringing traffic and parking restrictions.
TinCaps ReCap: Fort Wayne 5, Lansing 3
The Fort Wayne TinCaps finished their opening series at Parkview Field on a high note in Sunday’s 5-3 victory against the Lansing Lugnuts.
Snider High School to compete in 3DE Arby’s National Case Challenge
Snider High School once again has a team of freshmen in the final four of the Arby’s National Case Challenge Competition.
LADA Through the Looking Glass, a free performance at the Embassy – 4/29/2026
Audiences Unlimited at the Embassy presents a free performance of LADA Through the Looking Glass on April 29, 2026, at the Embassy Theatre, in downtown Fort Wayne, Indiana.
FWPD: Multiple-Shooting Investigation, 3200 block Abbott Street
On April 11, 2026, at 2316 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department was dispatched to the 3200 block of Abbott Street, Fort Wayne, Indiana, in reference to a shooting.
FWPD: California stalking fugitive arrested in the Fort
On April 11, 2026, the FWPD Street Crimes Unit located Michelle Dick, a fugitive wanted in California for stalking, at a local hotel in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Hoosiers may qualify for free well water testing
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management is encouraging eligible Hoosiers to apply for free well water testing through the 2026 Groundwater Monitoring Network.