Fort Wayne Braces for Winter Storm
Residents urged to prepare for heavy snow and ice as weather system approaches
Health Care Jobs Prop Up U.S. Labor Market
Fort Wayne, IN Faces Overnight Rain Chances Along US-24
Lifestyle
Fort Wayne Launches Annual Tree Planting Program
Residents can apply to have a street tree planted for $50 through the city's Citizen Match Program.

Local Restaurants Prepare for Valentine's Day with Limited Reservations
Restaurants in Fort Wayne, Indiana are fully booked for Valentine's Day weekend as they gear up to serve hundreds of customers.
Meet Doogie, Adoptable Pet at Humane Fort Wayne
Humane Fort Wayne hosts weekly 'Forever Home Friday' to showcase adoptable animals
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
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.

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.
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.