Allen County EMA warns residents to steer clear of high rivers amid Flood Warning
ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. (WPTA) - The Allen County Office of Emergency Management is warning residents to stay away from high rivers after heavy rainfall created dangerous conditions across the county. Department director Bernie Beier says to expect rivers in the area to remain high through the weekend, saying no one...
Firearm accidentally goes off in coffee shop bathroom
According to the post, the bullet struck no one, but the man was injured from the shattered porcelain.
Fort Wayne Fire Department promotes 11-year veteran to assistant chief
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) - The Fort Wayne Fire Department promoted District Chief of EMS Daniel Etzcorn to Assistant Chief of EMS. Etzcorn has been with the department for 11 years. He previously served as a lieutenant in the Operations Division and held several specialized roles, including SCUBA team leader...
Decatur bridge to close; Second project at bypass
A rehabilitation project on the Wendell Macklin Bridge in Decatur in late April is expected to cause major traffic problems. The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is scheduled to begin the work on Monday, April 27, and may close the Monroe St./US 224 bridge for up to four months, until the end of August,...
🚌 Multiple Transportation Jobs in Allen County, IN
Allen County’s transportation scene is buzzing with new openings for folks who like being on the move. Whether you’re delivering lab samples or medical equipment, these roles keep you active and connected to the community.
Two Rodeo Icons Headline WPRA 2026 Hall of Fame Class
Two iconic women will be inducted into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame in July.
🐱 Special Cats with Big Hearts Ready for Adoption in Columbia City
Some very special cats at the Humane Society of Whitley County are looking for loving homes. Each one has a unique story and a lot of love to give. If you’ve been thinking about adopting, these resilient kitties would love to meet you!
Driver pinned, 4 hurt in Allen County crash
The crash involved two vehicles, two people in each car.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Area Until 8 PM
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect until 8:00 PM EDT on March 31 for parts of Allen, Huntington, Kosciusko, Wabash, Wells, and Whitley counties. At 7:36 PM, a storm near North Manchester was moving east at 55 mph, bringing 60 mph winds and penny-size hail. Residents in areas including Fort Wayne, Huntington,...
First Alert Weather Day issued for Thursday evening
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Last night’s storms may have been loud, but the real story was the rain. While most severe weather damage stayed isolated to Kosciusko and Defiance Counties, a concentrated band of heavy rain dumped 3 to 5 inches over parts of Fort Wayne and north of the city. Flooding will remain a concern...
