Police: Speed, phone use lead to DeKalb County crash with critical injuries
The driver admitted to using his phone while driving.
The CandyMan of StoryPoint: A sweet tradition
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT)-- At StoryPoint Fort Wayne North, one resident has earned a sweet nickname and an even sweeter reputation. His name is Gil Anderson, but everyone knows him as “The Candy Man.”. Every day, Gil fills a bag with Hershey chocolates and makes his way down the...
Trick-or-treat safety tips from the Fort Wayne Police Department
The Fort Wayne Police Department reminds the public of Halloween safety tips.
People Drive From All Over Indiana To Eat Patty Melt At This Legendary Diner
Tucked away in downtown Fort Wayne sits a chrome-plated time machine that happens to serve the kind of patty melt that makes grown adults consider relocating just to be closer to it. Cindy’s Diner isn’t just a restaurant – it’s a 15-seat miracle that proves bigger isn’t always better, especially...
Program teaches students to solve problems through peace instead of violence
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Inside all five high schools in Fort Wayne Community Schools (FWCS), you’ll find an after-school program where students learn to solve problems through peace, instead of violence. Wayne High School sophomore Edith McComas calls joining the Peacemaker Academy this summer “life-changing”....
Wings Etc. Toys for Tots Softball Tournament Happening In Warsaw This Weekend
FORT WAYNE – The 14th Annual Wings Etc. Toys for Tots softball tournament is set for Nov. 1-2. There will be a men’s tournament on Saturday, Nov. 1, and coed competition on Sunday, Nov. 2. The Wings ETC. Toys for Tots Softball Tournament will be held at the...
$8.5 million renovation of Edsall House completed to provide affordable housing to the community
The Edsall House hosted a ribbon-cutting on Thursday, celebrating the completion of 203 apartment renovations for the elderly and disabled.
Jury is hung on murder charge, finds man not guilty of felony murder and...
Thursday, a jury found him not guilty of felony murder and attempted burglary, but was hung on the murder count.
Fort Wayne food bank braces for increased demand, preparing for SNAP benefits pause
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A Fort Wayne food bank is preparing for increased demand as SNAP benefits are set to pause starting Saturday. Wellspring Interfaith Social Services on Broadway has seen a dramatic surge in families seeking assistance. In a normal week, the food bank typically serves about 45...
Historic Chief Richardville House preserves Miami Tribe legacy in Fort Wayne
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The Chief Richardville House, built in 1827, is the oldest house in Fort Wayne and is a testament to both American history and the enduring presence of the Miami Tribe in northeast Indiana. “Many of the decisions that impacted our people were made in this...
