Fort Wayne Man Sentenced for 2022 Homicide Role
Michael Barker received 65 years in prison for his involvement in the killing of William J. Kintzel.
Fort Wayne Launches Annual Tree Planting Program
Local Restaurants Prepare for Valentine's Day with Limited Reservations
Lifestyle
Meet Doogie, Adoptable Pet at Humane Fort Wayne
Humane Fort Wayne hosts weekly 'Forever Home Friday' to showcase adoptable animals

Fort Wayne Sees Surge in High-Income Households as Affordable Housing Needs Persist
City seeks public input on 5-year plan to boost affordable housing as income inequality grows.
Fort Wayne Honors Transit Equity Day with Tribute Bus
City celebrates Rosa Parks' legacy with special bus design and community event.
Entertainment
Fort Wayne Ballet Hosts Valentine's Day Love Notes
The ballet company's annual romantic showcase returns for two days of classical and contemporary performances.

Comedian Ali Siddiq brings 'In The Shadows' tour to Fort Wayne's Embassy Theatre
The show is this Saturday at 7 p.m., offering a fresh take on personal growth and family dynamics through Siddiq's unique storytelling.
Fort Wayne to Host Midwest's Best Young Pianists
Annual competition invites talented pianists aged 18 and under from within 100 miles of Fort Wayne.
Crime
Genealogy Traces Fox Hollow Victim to Fort Wayne Furniture Store Owner
Coroner seeks help identifying 12th victim of suspected serial killer Herb Baumeister

Fort Wayne Police Seek Missing 10-Year-Old Boy
Joziah Wells was last seen heading south on Oliver Street on Wednesday evening.
DEA and Fort Wayne Police Gain Upper Hand on Fentanyl Epidemic
Collaboration between federal and local law enforcement leads to 40% decrease in overdose deaths nationwide.
Politics
Trailblazing Allen County Commissioner Linda Bloom Dies at 84
Bloom was the first woman elected to the Allen County Commission, serving for 24 years.

Record Number of Democrats File for Indiana Legislative Seats
Local party leaders react to increased Democratic candidate filings ahead of 2026 elections
Fort Wayne Hosts Immigration Law Forum as ICE Enforcement Increases Nationwide
City leaders and law enforcement gather to inform and equip residents on immigration rights and local law enforcement roles.
Business
Zacher Company Predicts Spec Industrial Comeback in Northeast Indiana
New federal tax incentives expected to spur industrial development despite rising costs

New Full-Service Grocery Store Coming to Downtown Fort Wayne
Developer Chuck Surack shares details on the 30,000-square-foot store set to open in 2027.
Byrna Technologies Reports Strong Q4 and Full-Year 2025 Results
Company emphasizes retail expansion, new products, and manufacturing changes to drive margin improvement in fiscal 2026.