Latest Daily Highlights
City of Fort Wayne in strong fiscal position as proposed 2027 Civil City Budget released
Today, Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker and City of Fort Wayne Controller Pat Roller announced the proposed 2027 budget for the City of Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Electric Works and Cunningham Restaurant Group announce three new dining concepts
Electric Works and Cunningham Restaurant Group announce a new partnership that will bring three original restaurant concepts to the historic Electric Works campus in Fort Wayne over the next year.
Fort Wayne Zoo announces “Pick It Up for Penny” conservation campaign
“Pick it up. Pitch it in. Protect Wildlife" that's the slogan for Fort Wayne Zoo's new "Pick it up for Penny" Conservation Campaign.
Lincolndale Drain Stormwater Improvement Phase II ground breaking held
Today, Fort Wayne City Utilities and area businesses broke ground on Phase II of a multiphase stormwater improvement along the Lincolndale Drain corridor.
Allen County Board of Commissioners reflect on the 25th anniversary of 9/11/2001
The Allen County Board of Commissioners issued the following statement today, reflecting on the 25th Anniversary of 9/11.
Parkview Health named among world’s Top 100 Inspiring Places to Work
Parkview Health was named today to Inspiring Workplaces’ global Top 100 list, marking the third consecutive year the health system has been ranked among the world’s best workplaces.
Momentum building in Indiana’s creative economy
Today, Indiana Governor Mike Braun highlighted the growth of Indiana’s creative economy, delivering video remarks at the 2026 Indiana Creative Economy Summit in Indianapolis, Indiana.
2026 Indiana Grown Farmers Market Challenge winner announced
Indiana Grown announced the winner of the fourth annual Indiana’s Ultimate Farmers Market Challenge as Franklin Farmers Market in Franklin, Indiana, for the second year in a row.
Parkview Environmental Services receives certificate from the Association for the Health Care Environment
Parkview Health Environmental Services recently received the 2026 Certificate of Merit from the Association for the Health Care Environment.
37th annual Conference on Youth, Families and Communities – 10/1/2026
Retired Judge Charles F. Pratt and Judge Andrew Williams are pleased to announce that the 37th Annual Conference on Youth, Families and Communities will be held October 1, 2026.
History Center announces 2026-2027 George R. Mather Sunday Lecture Series
The History Center is proud to announce the presenters for the 2026-2027 George R. Mather Sunday Lecture Series.
The musical Six to appear at the Embassy Theatre – 11/10-11/2026
Nederlander Markets and the historic Embassy Theatre are pleased to announce that tickets for the Tony Award®-Winning new musical SIX by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss will be at the Embassy Theatre in Fort Wayne, Indiana, on November 10 and 11, 2026.
NWS: Heavy rainfall this weekend
The National Weather Service Northern Indiana is warning of a Moderate Risk for excessive rainfall (level 3 of 4) on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
NWS Infographic: Flash flooding can escalate quickly
Infographic from the National Weather Service Northern Indiana on flash flooding.
Clay Edmondson named 2026 Midwest League All-Star
Minor League Baseball announced Wednesday Fort Wayne TinCaps right-handed pitcher Clay Edmondson as a 2026 High-A Midwest League All-Star.
Bluffton Road project receives 2nd approval at Fort Wayne City Council
A project to improve intersection safety at the Bluffton and Winchester Roads intersection received Committee Session [second reading] approval from City Council last evening.
Growth in Indiana’s skilled trades pipeline
Indiana Governor Mike Braun is building a stronger pipeline of electricians, welders and skilled trades professionals to help meet growing demand for technical talent by working with Indiana employers through the Power Up Indiana program.
East State Village Connected Neighborhoods project approved
A $2.6 million construction project along East State Boulevard was approved in committee session by Fort Wayne City Council this evening.
Indiana Governor Mike Braun assesses storm recovery efforts
Today, Indiana Governor Mike Braun assessed storm recovery efforts in Anderson and met with families directly affected by the disaster and local elected officials and community leaders to discuss ongoing recovery efforts.
NIBCC hosts annual “Golf for the Warrior” event to support local Veterans and military families – 9/18/2026
The Northeast Indiana Base Community Council is proud to announce its annual charity golf outing, Golf for the Warrior, taking place at Brookwood Golf Club on September 18, 2026.
Indiana receives proposed approval for Coal Ash Permit Program following EPA leadership visit
Today, Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced the federal government’s proposed approval of Indiana’s coal combustion residuals permit program application.
Looking for new friends? ACPL offers adults a place to connect with Speed Friending events
This fall, the Allen County Public Library is creating a space where adults can take some of the awkwardness out of making new connections with two “Speed Friending” events.
3rd round of Gas Tax Holiday reimbursements approved
Indiana counties, cities and towns will once again receive gas tax reimbursements after the State Board of Finance today unanimously approved the reimbursements.
Honor Flight Northeast Indiana celebrates 58th flight – 9/30/2026
Honor Flight Northeast Indiana will conduct its 58th flight to Washington, D.C., on September 30, 2026.
Draft your next feline event
Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control is offering a new variety of draft – a feline draft in honor of the kick-off of football season.
Traffic Alert: Parnell Avenue to be one-way temporarily
Due to private development work at the intersection of East State Boulevard and Parnell Avenue, construction within the roadway will begin soon.
Traffic Alert: One-block lane closure on West Washington Boulevard begins Thursday – 9/17/2026
Fort Wayne City Utilities Field Operations will be replacing a lead water service line along West Washington Boulevard starting September 17, 2026.
Traffic Alert: Vance Avenue to close for two days – 9/15/2026
Fort Wayne City Utilities’ Field Operations crews will repair a water main on Vance Avenue beginning September 15, 2026.
Traffic Alert: Preliminary utility work on the Vann Family Crossing Pedestrian Bridge begins Sunday – 9/13/2026
One portion of preliminary work for the much-anticipated Vann Family Crossing Pedestrian Bridge over Coliseum Boulevard will begin at 8 p.m., September 13, 2026.
INDOT: U.S. 30 stoppages and Flaugh Road closure planned – 9/14/2026
The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a closure and overnight traffic stoppages as part of the ongoing U.S. 30 Corridor Improvements project.
City of Fort Wayne SEED Board meeting – 9/17/2026
The Fort Wayne Urban Enterprise Association d/b/a SEED Fort Wayne Board of Directors meets on April 9, 2026.
Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission meeting agenda – 9/14/2026
The Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission meets on Monday, September 14, 2026.
Board of Park Commissioners meeting – 9/10/2026
The Board of Park Commissioners meets Thursday, September 10, 2026.
Economic Development Commission September 2026 meeting cancelled
The City of Fort Wayne Economic Development Commission meeting scheduled for September 17, 2026, has been cancelled.
Notice of Allen County Council Executive Session – 9/8/2026
On September 8, 2026, at 8:00 am, the Allen County Council will convene an Executive Session for the purpose of discussing applications for council board appointments to the Allen County Fire and EMS Board.
Downtown Fort Wayne Indiana America 250 fireworks tonight – 7/4/2026
The Fort Wayne TinCaps will be co-hosting tonight's America 250 fireworks display in downtown Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Big Boy Steam Locomotive coming through Fort Wayne Indiana!
The Union Pacific's 4014, the 4-8-8-4 Big Boy steam locomotive, will be travelling through Fort Wayne later this month.
Interview: Early voting, voting centers, and primary election security
Today, we spoke with Amy K. Scrogham who is the Executive Director of the Allen County Election Board about voting in this year's Primary Election on May 5, 2026.
AFW Photos and Videos: $91M neighborhood investment announcement
Video and photos from the news conference held today by Fort Wayne City Utilities.
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.
Latest Election News
Right to Life of Northeast Indiana PAC announces 2026 General Election endorsements
The Right to Life of Northeast Indiana Political Action Committee announces its endorsements for the 2026 general election.
Public test of General Election’s electronic voting systems – 9/17/2026
The Allen County Election Board gives notice of public test of the electronic voting systems to be used in the General Election held on November 3, 2026.
Allen County Commissioner 3rd District race recount scheduled
The recount of the Allen County Commissioners 3rd District race has been scheduled.
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...
2026 Primary Election recount requests filed
The Allen County Election Board has been notified of two recount requests from the May 5, 2026, Primary Election.
FWPD: Disturbance leads to arrest, 6400 block Cathedral Oaks Place
On July 24, 2026, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to the 6400 block of Cathedral Oaks Place, Fort Wayne, Indiana, in regards to a disturbance.
Indiana ICAC initiative: Operation Guardian Angel
the Indiana State Police, which oversees the Indiana Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force once again organized and led Operation Guardian Angel which ran from August 1-31, 2026.
Fort Wayne man sentenced to 360 months as part of a Homeland Security Task Force investigation
On September 2, 2026, Robert Lamons II of Fort Wayne, Indiana, was sentenced to 360 months in prison after pleading guilty to conspiring to distribute and possess with intent to distribute 400 grams or more of fentanyl.
FWPD: Double Homicide Investigation, 800 block Buchanan Street
On September 9, 2026, at 2057 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to reports of a double-shooting in the 800 block of Buchanan Street, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
FWPD: Barricaded Subjects, 3900 block Robinwood Drive
On September 9, 2026, at 1045 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to the 3900 block of Robinwood Drive on the report of a battery.