Humane Fort Wayne celebrates milestone; starts Rovernights
To complete that 3,000 adoptions, you could find a line waiting outside their door as early as 6:58 a.m. this morning for their new litter of Great Dane/Mastiff puppies.
Holiday First Alert Forecast: Mild for now, big chill coming back soon
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - One of the best days of the week ahead is Christmas... and it’s not just because of the presents under the tree!. Luckily your holiday traveling will be in good shape with a quiet and mild pattern holding on. (Woohoo!) We’ll be fairly cloudy...
Santa’s trolley rolls through Waynedale neighborhoods on Christmas Eve
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT)-- Santa Claus will be making his way through Waynedale neighborhoods on a trolley this Christmas Eve as part of a holiday tradition now in its fifth year. The decorated white trolley is scheduled to begin its route at 1 p.m. and will slowly travel through nine...
Howard wins Ford Family Community Scholarship
The Community Foundation of Wabash County is pleased to announce the recipient of the 2026 Ford Family Community Scholarship is Maya Howard of Wabash High School. The Ford Family Community Scholarship is a four-year, full tuition scholarship to an Indiana college or university for a Wabash County student who shows...
Wells Co. township secures fire protection services during special Christmas Eve session
WELLS COUNTY, Ind. (WPTA) - A Wells County township is no longer at risk of losing its fire protection services. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Special Christmas Eve session seeks to secure fire protection services for Wells Co. township. In late October, Jefferson Township announced that its fire protection service agreement...
WOWO EXCLUSIVE – TRAA VS ALLEN COUNTY DEADLINE LOOMS
FORT WAYNE, Ind. — Allen County residents may face changes to emergency dispatch services outside Fort Wayne, prompting local officials to weigh legal options and raise concerns about taxpayer costs. In an interview with WOWO’s Kayla Blakeslee, Allen County Commissioner Ron Turpin discussed the ongoing dispute with...
NineHouse serves complimentary Christmas meals in final farewell before new restaurant takes over
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - It’s been almost a year since NineHouse closed its doors. Ezra Kokonaing says she started her business in 2018. “Me and my husband, all started together, but it’s something I wanted, not him,” she said. Kokonaing says since her husband supported her...
Indiana State Police investigates fatal 3-car crash in Whitley County
Vincent Ramos passed away on scene and was identified by the Whitley County Coroner's office, who informed Ramos' family.
Connect with Loved Ones, Not Devices, During the Holidays
FORT WAYNE – Mindful use of devices can increase high-quality interactions with family and friends. As you gather with friends and family for the holidays, keeping your phone in your pocket instead of your hand could help you make stronger connections and nurture positive emotions with your loved ones.
The Fairfield’s ‘Holiday Glow Bash’ happening Friday
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The Fairfield’s ‘Holiday Glow Bash’ is happening this Friday from 9 p.m. to midnight. The free Pinhouse Social event is about giving people in Fort Wayne a place downtown to spend time with family. There will be a live DJ mixing both...

















