‘He brings joy wherever he goes’: Fort Wayne toddler faces brain tumor battle
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Three-and-a-half-year-old Harvey Jump is known for his infectious smile, big hugs, and joyful spirit. But now, his family says that same joy is being tested by a devastating diagnosis. Harvey’s mom, Karley Jump, says Harvey has been in therapy for most of his young life,...
Renovations, new name coming to apartment complex on Fort Wayne’s southeast side
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Officials and residents broke ground on renovations for Arbors of Southtowne Square on Wednesday. The affordable senior housing complex, located on 7911 Decatur Rd., includes 214 units. Renovations will include new windows, elevators, plumbing and a new roof topped with solar panels. Yvonne...
New antique store opens in former Fort Wayne Big Lots
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A new antique store is taking over the former home of Big Lots on Stellhorn Road. The owners call it “Our Perfect Chaos,” and they feature different vendors selling all types of items, ranging from old furniture to vintage clothing. Husband and wife...
Felony charge filed against Fort Wayne woman who allegedly lied about hiding a wanted...
The woman claimed there was no one else in the apartment with her.
Fort Wayne offers heating and air conditioning loan program to residents
The City of Fort Wayne will now be accepting applications for their Heating & Air Conditioning program, which offers qualified residents a zero percent interest loan for the replacement and installation of new heating and air-conditioning systems.
4 northeast Indiana troopers celebrate 25 years with Indiana State Police
Indiana State Police (ISP) recognized its 59th Academy class Wednesday for celebrating 25 years of service
CORONER ID: Victim of deadly gunshot in church parking lot identified
Fort Wayne, Indiana – The Allen County Coroner’s Office identified the victim of a fatal shooting on Fort Wayne’s south side last Thursday. Officers say they were called to a church parking lot in the 700 block of West Rudisill Boulevard around 2:30 p.m. on Thursday after hearing reports of a shooting.
‘We’re right at the heart of this community’: Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream to bring...
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Open Streets Fort Wayne will return to Calhoun Street for its eighth year in August, and Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream will provide free drumsticks. This year’s edition will run from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 17, along Calhoun Street, from Columbia Street to Pontiac Street.
Braun IEDC Board Replacements Include Warsaw, Fort Wayne Appointees
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Economic Development Corporation’s board makeup will look different at Wednesday, June 18’s meeting following Gov. Mike Braun’s decision to replace the eight-member panel with nine new appointees Monday, June 23 — including ones from Warsaw and Fort Wayne. In a release,...
Fort Wayne City Council holds funding vote for part of Urban Trail
Fort Wayne City Council tabled discussions Tuesday that would have approved funding for another portion of the Urban Trail, which will stretch across downtown Fort Wayne when completed.