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Fort Wayne News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Fort Wayne News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Fort Wayne—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Fort Wayne News Today…
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Fort Wayne Pushes to End Immigrant Detention | Fort Wayne News
This weekend in Fort Wayne, Indiana, a powerful coalition is rallying to end the detention of immigrants at the Miami Correctional Facility—where 600 detainees…
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Tragic Fire Ends Life in Grant County | Fort Wayne News
A deadly apartment fire in Grant County claimed one life Friday afternoon when first responders arrived to find thick smoke and intense heat, preventing…
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West Nile Virus Found in Allen County | Fort Wayne News
West Nile virus has been confirmed in a human case in Allen County, Indiana — the first this season. Mosquitoes carrying the virus have already been detected…
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Teen Driver Crashes After Deer Avoidance | Fort Wayne News
At 2:30 AM on a Saturday, an 18-year-old driver named Lucas Resor lost control of his pickup truck on State Road 8 in DeKalb County after swerving to avoid a…
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Fort Wayne Hobby Show Returns Free | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne’s beloved Hobby and Collectibles Show is back bigger and better this year, free to attend on Sunday, September 6th, from 11 AM to 4 PM at the Allen…
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Fort Wayne’s Tough New Public Loo | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne’s bold new Portland Loo project is finally greenlit — with state approval for key code variances, construction is poised to resume soon after a…
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Indiana's Water Future Under Pressure | Fort Wayne News
Indiana’s water future is under fire as experts gather at the annual Water Summit to tackle flooding, data center impacts, and toxic contaminants like PFAS and…
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Mow Later to Protect Native Grasslands | Fort Wayne News
Don’t mow your native grassland in August or September—those late-blooming flowers are still seeding, and migratory birds and butterflies depend on their…
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Traffic Chaos on I-469 Northbound | Fort Wayne News
Traffic chaos erupts on I-469 Northbound in Fort Wayne, with multiple accidents causing massive backups between mile markers 24 and 28—near S.R. 37 exits. S.R…
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Snider’s New Stadium Marks Big Moment | Fort Wayne News
Snider High School’s dream just became reality—its brand new Russ Isaacs Stadium hosted its very first home football game, marking a historic moment for the…
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The Mohawk’s Final Journey to Glory | Fort Wayne News
Get ready to witness history in motion—The Mohawk, the last surviving New York Central steam locomotive, is about to roar back to life after 40 years of…
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Golden Dome Shield Built in Indiana | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne, Indiana, is home to the high-stakes Golden Dome missile shield project — a critical defense initiative designed to protect the homeland from…
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Speed Kills: Hunter Cooper Faces Reckless Homicide Charges | Fort Wayne News
A young man in Wells County, Indiana, faces reckless homicide charges after a deadly crash at 124 mph that killed 19-year-old Gavyn Orlando—alcohol or drugs…
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Fort Wayne Hit-and-Run Ends in Charges | Fort Wayne News
A 26-year-old woman in Fort Wayne is facing deadly charges after a June hit-and-run that killed a man near Kreager Park. Investigators found debris matching a…
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Fort Wayne Ends Flock Surveillance Cameras | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne is shutting down its controversial Flock license plate cameras, officially ending a program funded by a DOJ grant after city council voted against…
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NIPSCO’s Massive Storm Recovery Effort | Fort Wayne News
After a devastating August derecho left 375,000 NIPSCO customers without power — the company’s worst storm ever — they pulled off an unprecedented recovery…
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Fed Chair Warns Against Over-Telegraphing Policy | Fort Wayne News
Fed Chair drops a wake-up call at Jackson Hole, warning that constant forward guidance is confusing markets and risking policy mistakes — it’s time to focus on…
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Coliseum Blvd Eastbound Closure This Weekend | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne drivers, brace yourselves—Coliseum Boulevard between Lake Avenue and East Washington Boulevard is shutting down this weekend for pipe work and…
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Coliseum Blvd Closure This Weekend | Fort Wayne News
Coliseum Boulevard’s eastbound lanes are shutting down Friday night at 9 PM for road and bridge resurfacing — reopening Monday morning at 6 AM. Westbound lanes…
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Jeffrey Weisheit’s Execution Set | Fort Wayne News
Indiana’s Supreme Court has set November fifth for the execution of Jeffrey Weisheit, convicted in 2013 for orchestrating the fatal house fire that killed…
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Lake Ontario Renamed Lake America | Fort Wayne News
President Trump just renamed Lake Ontario to Lake America — yes, really — citing a $60 billion trade deficit with Canada over 15 years as the reason. Tensions…
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Chicago Funds Local Food Heroes | Fort Wayne News
Chicago’s rolling out a bold new plan to bring fresh food to underserved neighborhoods—ditching the idea of city-run grocery stores in favor of empowering…
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Amy Winehouse’s Prison Love Letter Sells | Fort Wayne News
A hauntingly personal Valentine’s card from Amy Winehouse to her then-husband Blake Fielder-Civil, written while he was imprisoned and she was vacationing in…
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Teen Driver Charged After Deadly Crash | Fort Wayne News
A 19-year-old man is facing charges after a deadly crash in Wabash County that killed a 17-year-old passenger. Evidence shows the vehicle was speeding over 100…
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Indiana Eyes F-35 Base in Fort Wayne | Fort Wayne News
Indiana just approved $1 million to boost Fort Wayne’s Air National Guard bid for the F-35A fighter jet, a high-stakes race against states like Michigan…
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Trump’s Lake America Gambit | Fort Wayne News
Trump’s latest executive order turns Lake Ontario into Lake America—just the latest in a string of bold geographic renaming moves, including the Gulf of Mexico…
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Tragic Head-On Collision on I-469 | Fort Wayne News
A tragic head-on collision on I-469 in Fort Wayne claims the life of 46-year-old Jasmin Rizvic, who was driving his work truck when a Jeep allegedly entered…
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Inflation Still Tops Voter Concerns | Fort Wayne News
Inflation’s still the top voter concern—again. A new poll shows 20% of registered voters name rising prices as their biggest issue, with over 40% ranking it in…
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Honoring Dolly Parton’s Legacy Locally | Fort Wayne News
Dolly Parton’s passing sent shockwaves around the world—her music, warmth, and legacy touched millions. While her private funeral will be held in Nashville…
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Tragic Head-On Collision on I-469 | Fort Wayne News
A heartbreaking crash on I-469 in Fort Wayne claimed the life of 46-year-old Jasmin Rizvic, who was killed when an SUV traveling the wrong way collided head-on…
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Dolly Parton’s Legacy Lives On | Fort Wayne News
Dolly Parton’s legacy lives on as the Cinema Center in Fort Wayne teams up with the Allen County Imagination Library to honor her with a special screening of…
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Du Quoin Fair: Small Budget, Big Impact | Fort Wayne News
The Du Quoin State Fair is set to roar back this Friday, running through Labor Day as a vital economic lifeline for Southern Illinois — despite receiving just…
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Man Sentenced for Sexual Misconduct with Minor | Fort Wayne News
A Fort Wayne man, John E. Wright III, 27, got three years in prison for sexual misconduct with a minor after pleading guilty to one count in a February case —…
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Immigrant Detention Fuels Rural Jails | Fort Wayne News
In January 2026, Operation Country Roads led to the arrest of 600 immigrants across West Virginia, many ending up in overcrowded local jails that ICE pays…
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Fed's Power and Accountability Debate | Fort Wayne News
The Federal Reserve’s growing power and secrecy are sparking a fierce debate: how much accountability should this economic giant have? Once seen as a shield…
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Fort Wayne's Homeless Center Debate | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne’s city leaders are locked in a heated debate over where to build a new 24/7 homeless resource center, with the proposed East Washington Boulevard…
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New Haven Gets Boost for Downtown Revival | Fort Wayne News
New Haven’s downtown is getting a major upgrade with $1.7 million in new funding to kickstart the Schnelker Exchange—a mixed-use project set to transform the…
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Deaf-Friendly Coffee Shop in Fort Wayne | Fort Wayne News
A new coffee shop could be brewing in Fort Wayne—with a twist: it’s designed to be deaf-friendly, following the inspiring model of Shamyl Tufail’s existing…
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First Deaf-Owned Coffee Shop in Fort Wayne | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne just got its first fully deaf-owned coffee shop, Niyyah Coffee, where intention meets inclusion. Owner Talha Tufail, continuing his brother’s…
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Offboarding Right Keeps Your Business Strong | Fort Wayne News
When someone leaves your team, don’t just rush to fill the spot—handle the exit with care. A smart offboarding process protects your business, keeps your team…
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GuardCare Brings Vital Health Services to Appalachia | Fort Wayne News
This summer, GuardCare delivered free medical, dental, and vision care to nearly 500 Appalachian Ohio residents — a massive effort born from two years of…
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Free Implant Dentures for Seniors | Fort Wayne News
The University of Michigan’s SenIOR program is revolutionizing senior dental care by offering free, surgically anchored implant overdentures to 100 patients…
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New Haven Downtown Gets Major Upgrade | Fort Wayne News
New Haven’s downtown is getting a major makeover with $1.7 million in new funding to spark a bold redevelopment plan, aiming to draw $45–$60 million in private…
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Pickup Crash Leaves Passenger Critical | Fort Wayne News
A brutal crash in Fort Wayne Thursday night sent one pickup passenger to the hospital in critical condition after being pinned inside — while the driver walked…
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Fort Wayne Votes on Homeless Center | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne’s City Council faces a pivotal vote next Tuesday on the proposed Anchor Resource Center, a much-needed hub for homeless services modeled after…
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Fort Wayne Council Blocks Flock Funding | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne’s City Council just killed funding for Flock’s license plate reader system, forcing police to switch from grant money to taxpayer dollars for any…
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Life-Threatening Crash in Fort Wayne | Fort Wayne News
A life-threatening crash shook Fort Wayne Thursday on Creighton Avenue, prompting a four-hour road closure and emergency response as one person fights for…
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VR Game Turns Into Child Solicitation Case | Fort Wayne News
A 25-year-old man from New Haven, Indiana, pleaded guilty to soliciting children in the VR game Rec Room, after messages flagged by the National Center for…
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Fire Investigation Tactics Training | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne Fire Department hosts a high-impact training session with national fire investigation experts, equipping local and regional responders with…
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Mortgage Rates Rise Amid Inflation and AI Boom | Fort Wayne News
Mortgage rates edged up to 6.57% after hotter-than-expected inflation data, though they’ve since cooled slightly — but pressure remains. The Fed held steady…
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NIPSCO Steps In After Storms | Fort Wayne News
NIPSCO’s $2 million storm recovery push is more than just a donation—it’s a lifeline for families hit hardest, funding food and housing through trusted local…
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Van Theft Halts Local Business | Fort Wayne News
A Fort Wayne family’s business van packed with $10K+ worth of commercial cleaning gear was stolen right from their driveway—caught on doorbell cameras…
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Flock Cameras Face Uncertain Future | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne’s city council just voted to halt a $120K contract for controversial Flock cameras—but police are keeping them running for now, on a month-to-month…
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Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Celebrates | Fort Wayne News
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is bringing free books and big vibes to Allen County, with Nashville-themed events and a Steel Magnolias movie…
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Alliance and Iris Expand Family Support | Fort Wayne News
Alliance Health Centers and Iris Family Support Center are teaming up to bring seamless, on-the-spot support to families in Grant County—making help easier to…
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Win Scholarships by Serving Others | Fort Wayne News
Indiana University Fort Wayne is launching the Called to Care Essay Invitational for high school seniors eyeing a healthcare career—submit an essay or video by…
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Fort Wayne Celebrates Dolly Parton | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne’s paying tribute to Dolly Parton with music, movies, and books—celebrating her legacy through Nashville-themed nights, a screening of Steel…
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21Alive News Offline – Stay Informed | Fort Wayne News
21Alive News in Fort Wayne is offline due to a power outage, but their team is racing to restore the broadcast—your patience is appreciated while they fix the…
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Scholarships for Future Health Heroes | Fort Wayne News
High school seniors dreaming of a career in healthcare, this one’s for you: IU Fort Wayne’s Called to Care Essay Invitational is calling your name. Submit an…
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Trump Renames Lake Ontario to Lake America | Fort Wayne News
President Trump just renamed Lake Ontario to Lake America — yes, really — in a bold executive move tied to strained trade ties with Canada. It’s not the first…