Tag: Fort Wayne Indiana
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.