Latest Daily Highlights
FWPD: Public’s help sought in fatal hit-and-run Maysville Road accident
The Fort Wayne Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance for any information regarding a fatal hit and run that occurred near the 6700 block of Maysville Road on June 18, 2026.
122nd Fighter Wing F-16 flyover to kick-off City’s Fourth of July Parade
Residents and visitors gathered for the Celebrate America, 250 Years United Fourth of July Parade will experience a military aerial flyover to kick-off off the event.
Neighborhood Engagement Grant recipients announced
Twelve Fort Wayne neighborhood associations were named as recipients of the City of Fort Wayne's Neighborhood Engagement Grants.
Andrew Constantine stepping down as Fort Wayne Philharmonic Music Director
The Fort Wayne Philharmonic announces that Andrew Constantine, beloved Music Director since 2009, is leaving his role as Music Director.
Mayor Tucker announces $2.26M in philanthropic funds pledged to Anchor Resource Center
Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker today announced pledges totaling $2.26 million to support the new nonprofit Anchor Resource Center, which will provide 24/7 access to services for families and individuals facing homelessness.
Residents invited to ask questions about proposed homeless resource center
Local residents are now invited to ask questions or leave comments about a proposed homeless resource center on the City of Fort Wayne’s Engage Fort Wayne website.
City’s Heating and Air Conditioning program may bring relief from hot temperatures
For residents suffering from the hot temperatures, the Office of Housing & Neighborhood Services Heating & Air Conditioning zero percent loan program may bring some relief.
Alive Community celebrates 2026 Peacemaker Graduation – 6/26/2026
Alive Community Outreach will celebrate the graduation of 60 students from its 2026 Peacemaker Academy on June 26, 2026 at North Side High School.
Free expungement education presentation – 7/28/2026
A free presentation by local attorney, Heidi Fowler, explaining Indiana’s Expungement Law and local resources for legal assistance will be given on July 28, 2026.
New Haven announces 2026 Red, White and Blues Summerfest
The 2026 Red, White & Blues Summerfest begins June 25, 2026, and runs through June 27, 2026.
WindSwell grants $75k to support for disability inclusion at Wellspring
Wellspring Interfaith Social Services is pleased to announce that it has received a $75,000 grant from WindSwell Foundation to support disability inclusion within Wellspring's Youth Programs.
PBS Fort Wayne America @ 250 programming through Independence Day
In honor of the nation’s 250th Anniversary and as part of PBS America @ 250 – a multi-year initiative designed to engage viewers nationwide with history and civics.
Electric Works partners with Four-Thirty Venue Group to lead campus events
Electric Works has announced a new partnership with Four-Thirty Events to lead all events on campus.
Free and fast confidential testing offered for National HIV Testing Day – 6/26/2026
Free, confidential screening for HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STI) will be available on June 26, 2026.
Clean Drains Week: Free kits help residents clear storm drains
Residents and groups can register at CleanDrainsintheFort.org to receive a free Clean Drains Kit.
TinCaps Baseball
Fort Wayne TinCaps ReCap: Fort Wayne 6, Lake County 2
The Fort Wayne TinCaps fired the 18th one-hitter in franchise history in Tuesday night’s 6-2 win over the Lake County Captains.
Fort Wayne TinCaps Transactions: 6/23/2026
The San Diego Padres have made the following Minor League transactions for the Fort Wayne TinCaps.
Fort Wayne TinCaps ReCap: Fort Wayne 6, South Bend 2 (June 21)
The Fort Wayne TinCaps captured victory on Father’s Day, 6-2, for their second series win of the season against the South Bend Cubs.
Fort Wayne TinCaps ReCap: Fort Wayne 3, South Bend 2
The Fort Wayne TinCaps put together another comeback in their 3-2 win over the South Bend Cubs at Parkview Field on Saturday night.
Fort Wayne TinCaps ReCap: South Bend 7, Fort Wayne 6
The Fort Wayne TinCaps lost 7-6 in 11 innings to the South Bend Cubs Friday night, opening up the second half of the Midwest League season.
Traffic Alert: Eastbound S.R. 1/Dupont Road to close for sewer work
The Indiana Department of Transportation announces the closure of eastbound State Road 1/Dupont Road for city utility repairs.
Traffic Alert: Extended closures and lane restrictions begin for East Transmission Main Project
Work on the East Transmission Main Project will continue next week, with extended closures and lane restrictions beginning June 22, 2026, and continuing through late November.
Traffic Alert: Indianapolis Road to temporarily close – 6/22/2026
The Allen County Highway Department alerts motorists to the full closure of Indianapolis Road beginning June 22, 2026.
FWPD Update: Three-vehicle accident, Hobson Road and Vance Avenue
E-mail update from the Fort Wayne Police Department concerning the intersection of Hobson Road and Vance Avenue.
Traffic Alert: Lima Road lane restrictions – 6/15/2026
Fort Wayne City Utilities Field Operations crews will repair a water main on Lima Road beginning Monday, June 15, 2026.
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...
Fort Wayne Public Art Commission meeting agenda – 6/24/2026
The Fort Wayne Public Art Commission meets June 24, 2026.
Capital Improvement Board of Managers Meeting agenda – 6/25/2026
The Allen County-Fort Wayne Capital Improvement Board of Managers will meet on June 25, 2026.
The meeting will be held at the Grand Wayne Convention...
Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission meeting agendas – 6/15/2026
The Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission meets on Monday, June 15, 2026, in regular session with a public hearing.
Economic Development Commission June 2026 meeting cancelled
The Economic Development Commission meeting scheduled for June 18, 2026, has been cancelled.
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.
Early voting starts tomorrow – 4/7/2026
Early voting for the 2026 Primary Election begins tomorrow, April 7, 2026.
Latest Election News
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.
Final Certified 2026 Primary Election Results released
The final certified 2026 Primary Election Results have been released by the Allen County Election Board's Executive Director, Amy Scrogham.
Allen County Election Board statement on Primary Election results
Statement from the Allen County Election Board on the tabulation of results for yesterday's Primary Election.
Allen County Election Board meetings cancelled
The Allen County Election Board has cancelled several scheduled meetings over the next few days.
FWFD: House Fire, 2600 block Freeman Street
On June 24, 2026, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a house fire in the 2600 block of Freeman Street, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Allen County Coroner: 2026 15th Allen County Homicide
The Allen County Coroner has identified Giorgio Edward White as the 15th Allen County Homicide in 2026.
FWPD: Homicide Investigation, Pontiac Street and Weisser Park Avenue
On June 21, 2026, at 0216 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to a reported shooting in the area of Pontiac Street and Weisser Park Avenue in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
FWPD: Shooting Investigation, 2600 block Weisser Park Avenue
On June 20, 2026, at 0228 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to the 2600 block of Weisser Park Avenue, Fort Wayne, Indiana, regarding a reported shooting.
FWPD: Battery Investigation, 3800 block Coldwater Road
On June 13, 2026, at 1030 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to the 3800 block of Coldwater Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana, regarding a battery investigation that had just occurred.