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FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — An Indiana State Police trooper has been honored for his bravery during a dangerous pursuit last year. Senior Trooper Jeff Goehring from the Fort Wayne District received the Combat Action Award and the Silver Star at the annual State Police ceremony in Indianapolis. Goehring...

The Fort Wayne Swim Alliance has listed the 2024 Olympic Trials pool for sale after funding gaps and delays forced the project to be put on hold. Archive photo via Jack Spitser/Spitser Photography. On Tuesday, the Fort Wayne Swim and Wellness Alliance, Inc. listed the 2024 Olympic Swimming Trials pool...

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A new state law could bring change to how you’re billed for electricity. Beginning in July, electric companies, including Indiana Michigan Power and NIPSCO, will be required to enroll eligible customers who have applied for assistance through the state’s Home Energy Assistance Program in levelized billing.

INDIANA — Scattered thunderstorms are expected again this afternoon and evening across Indiana along a stationary boundary draped across the region, with the storm window running from noon through midnight Wednesday April 22. A few storms may be strong with gusty winds and small hail, though widespread severe weather...

Kendall Shockey is heading to Division III Cornell College, while Isaac Vergara and Justin VanderRoest are going to Indiana Tech.

An existential question: Can a landmark truly be considered a landmark if its location is not permanently fixed?. Eiffel Tower in Paris, The Gateway Arch in St. Louis, and Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco have remained stationary fixtures. But Cindy’s Diner deserves the superlative designation of “landmark” rather than mere “fixture,” despite its being relocated three times and renamed another three times in...

The Fort Wayne Housing Authority named a new CEO Monday, tapping Dana Christian for the role. Christian will also serve as the agency’s executive director. The position change became effective last week. She has served the agency in senior leadership, most recently as interim CEO. Her work so far...

A Garret-Keyser-Butler Community Schools staff member is on administrative leave pending termination after bringing a handgun to Garrett High School.

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The Fort Wayne Zoo was featured on the Kelly Clarkson Show to promote its “Teens for Nature” program. The program is an immersive summer volunteer opportunity where participants between seventh and 12th grade help in different roles around the zoo. Gianna Porfilio, an...

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Another months-long lane restriction is coming to Sherman Boulevard next week. According to city officials, the northbound lane of Sherman Boulevard between High and Spring Streets will be closed beginning Monday, April 27. They say crews will be installing a water main. Intermittent flaggers will...