Fort Wayne IN

The latest tornadoes to be confirmed are three EF-1 twisters, all in Huntington County.

FORT WAYNE — Several Indiana companies with a presence near were among those recognized in Newsweek’s 2026 rankings of America’s standout employers – with Fort Wayne-based Steel Dynamics earning a perfect five-star ranking. Among the companies to receive honors were recreational vehicle supplier Lippert in Elkhart,...

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The Fort Wayne Police Department is reminding parents and guardians of the state’s curfew law as schools across the city continue their summer break. According to the department, children in Indiana may not be in public during the following hours:. Under 15 years old:

Expanding and modernizing training programs, as well as engaging potential surgeons earlier in their education are crucial to improving the spine and orthopedic surgeon pipeline. The number of orthopedic surgeons has steadily declined over the past few years. In 2021, there were 16,260 orthopedic surgeons in the U.S.,

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The Fort Wayne Zoo is hosting a Military Appreciation Weekend on Saturday and Sunday. The zoo says all active-duty and retired military personnel, along with up to three of their guests, will receive free admission. They will also eligible for $20 off a new or renewed membership.

FORT WAYNE – Parkview Heart Institute (PHI) surgeon Dr. Peter Ali recently completed the 50th transcarotid artery revascularization (TCAR), a minimally invasive procedure that can help reduce stroke risk for patients with carotid artery disease. According to the release from Parkview, using the ENROUTE Transcarotid Neu

One vehicle was transporting Uber passengers, and following the two cars colliding, one vehicle caught fire, which the Fort Wayne Fire Department quickly extinguished.

ROANOKE, Ind. (WPTA) - Thursday’s storms left some people in 21Country without power, including a barber in Roanoke. Rex Ottinger has been working as a barber for 67 years, serving his community. “Neighbors are friends, and friends are neighbors,” Ottinger said. A tree fell and hit a large...

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Construction is bringing a road closure, lane restrictions, and traffic pattern changes to Fort Wayne’s northwest side starting Monday. St. Marys Avenue will be closed at its intersection with Huffman Street as Fort Wayne City Utilities crews replace a water valve. The closure is...

The Sweetwater All-Star Band made its eighth consecutive appearance in the Decatur Chamber’s Summer Concert Series on Thursday night, featuring heat, the usual great music and a surprise announcement. Standing on the Madison St. Plaza and looking directly into a blazing sun, lead vocalist and guitarist Bob Bailey told.