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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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Walmart Exposure Incident in Coldwater | Fort Wayne News
A shocking incident unfolded at a Walmart on Coldwater Road when a man allegedly exposed himself in front of two young girls—one just twelve, the other…
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Fort Wayne Unites to Tackle Opioid Crisis | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne kicked off its opioid settlement funding journey with a powerful, collaborative meeting at the public library, uniting frontline responders and…
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Fort Wayne’s Downtown Future Unveiled | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne’s bold “Make it Downtown” initiative is set to reshape the city’s core over the next decade, blending expert urban design with community input…
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Louisiana Taxpayers: Claim Your $17M Refund | Fort Wayne News
Louisiana taxpayers, hurry—claim your $17.5 million in overdue refunds before September 4th or lose it to the state’s unclaimed property program. Over 22,000…
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Free Backpacks & Food for Kids | Fort Wayne News
Free Backpacks & Food for Kids | Fort Wayne News
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Stealth iPod Prototype Heads to Auction | Fort Wayne News
A hidden gem from tech history is hitting the auction block: the Apple P68, a massive, disguised iPod prototype built as a decoy to test public reactions…
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Shreveport Uncovered | Fort Wayne News
Shreveport’s got secrets—and this episode dives deep into the city’s hidden corners, wild history, and the people who’ve shaped its soul. From midnight jazz…
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Shreveport Eyes $175M Transit Boost | Fort Wayne News
Shreveport’s public transit is eyeing a massive $175 million federal grant to revitalize two critical projects: repairing the long-shut-down Linwood Avenue…
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Braun Pushes College-Business Partnerships | Fort Wayne News
Governor Mike Braun hit Indiana University Southeast to champion a bold new vision: aligning colleges with local businesses to train students for in-demand…
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Fort Wayne Kids Ready for School | Fort Wayne News
Summer’s ending, but Fort Wayne’s Super Shot nonprofit is kicking into gear with a big back-to-school vaccine push — and it’s packed with perks. Join them…
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Park Land Sale Sparks Community Talks | Fort Wayne News
Lutheran Foundation gifted 13 acres to Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Indiana — now, they’re offering 3.9 acres of Lutheran Park for $1.3M, sparking debate…
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Canal Street Collective Secures $4M Grant | Fort Wayne News
Wabash just got a massive $4 million READI grant to transform downtown into a thriving arts and community hub—40,000 sq ft of revitalized space for artist…
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Michigan’s Mental Health System in Focus | Fort Wayne News
Michigan’s community mental health system, serving over 350,000 people, is a national model for accessible care—thanks to the tireless work of the Community…
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Michigan’s Childcare Crisis Costs Billions | Fort Wayne News
Michigan’s economy is hemorrhaging billions annually due to a childcare crisis, with families struggling to find affordable, reliable care and businesses…
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Kalamazoo’s Childcare Millage Plan | Fort Wayne News
Kalamazoo County is voting on a half-mill property tax to fund childcare—just $50 a year for a $100K home—that could generate $6.3 million annually for ten…
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Don Wood Foundation Funds Youth STEAM Programs | Fort Wayne News
The Don Wood Foundation just unleashed $145,000 in new grants to 16 groups across Northeast Indiana, fueling hands-on STEAM programs from May to July that…
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Fort Wayne Teens and the Rising Gun Violence | Fort Wayne News
Teen gun violence in Fort Wayne has skyrocketed, with 300 shootings between 2021 and 2025—far outpacing previous decades. Social media, easy gun access under…
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Riverfront Revival: Phase Two Moves Forward | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne’s riverfront is heating up with real progress—Phase Two’s “The Eddy” mixed-use development is rising, its parking garage nearing completion for…
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Tornado in Grant County Leaves Damage | Fort Wayne News
A weak EF-zero tornado touched down in Grant County, Indiana, Monday night, causing scattered damage as it raced from Sweetser to Marion. Though the twister…
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Tornado Confirmed in Grant County | Fort Wayne News
Tornado Confirmed in Grant County | Fort Wayne News
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Lutheran Park’s Future in Focus | Fort Wayne News
Lutheran Park in Fort Wayne is more than just a green space—it’s a community heartbeat where kids learn to roll and everyone unwinds. Now, the Boys and Girls…
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Indiana Arts Commission Drops $2.3M | Fort Wayne News
Indiana’s Arts Commission is pouring $2.3 million into statewide arts projects, with Fort Wayne’s Arts United, Fort Wayne Children’s Choir, and Fort Wayne…
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Tariffs Crush Small Auto Suppliers | Fort Wayne News
New tariffs meant to revive U.S. auto manufacturing are backfiring—small suppliers at the bottom of the supply chain are bearing the brunt, struggling to…
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Solar Power Fuels Affordable Care | Fort Wayne News
Turnstone Center in Fort Wayne just launched a massive solar system on their Plassman Athletic Center, generating 650,000 kWh annually—enough to power nearly…
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Tornado and Wind Damage in Grant County | Fort Wayne News
An EF0 tornado touched down in Grant County, ripping through trees and a business near Sweetser before fizzling out, while damaging over a dozen towns with 60…
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Fort Wayne Pools Shutting Down | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne’s iconic city pools are calling it quits for the season this Saturday at 5 PM — McMillen and Northside are officially closing as lifeguards head…
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Enjoy the Dry Weather While It Lasts | Fort Wayne News
Weather’s turning cozy for now—clear skies, temps in the low to mid 80s, and humidity finally taking a break. But don’t get too comfy: a storm system’s rolling…
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Fort Wayne Man Wanted in Child Molesting Case | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne Man Wanted in Child Molesting Case | Fort Wayne News
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Teen’s 30-Year Sentence for Elderly Victim | Fort Wayne News
An 18-year-old from Fort Wayne, Indiana, William Britt, just received a 30-year sentence for his role in the 2025 murder of 86-year-old Alice Hall — the second…
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Ten-Year-Old’s Tragic Fate Linked to Infant Abuse | Fort Wayne News
A heartbreaking tragedy in Fort Wayne: Ten-year-old Tayshawn Ross died from injuries sustained as a baby in 2016, injuries his father, Desmond Ross, now…
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SAFE Act Targets Trucking Chameleons | Fort Wayne News
U.S. Senators Todd Young and Andy Kim are pushing a bold new bill to crack down on “chameleon carriers”—dangerous trucking companies that evade federal safety…
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Thrift Trail Returns for Big Impact | Fort Wayne News
Get ready to shop, save, and give back this August! The Fort Wayne Nonprofit Thrift Trail returns for its second year, August 14-15, with 11 local thrift…
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County Council Tackles COLA and Budgets | Fort Wayne News
Allen County Council kicks off 2027 budget talks with two major moves: a 3.75% COLA for employees to combat inflation and retain staff in hard-to-fill roles…
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Ten-Year-Old’s Tragic Death Linked to Infant Abuse | Fort Wayne News
A ten-year-old boy, Tayshawn Amere Ross, died from abusive head trauma sustained as an infant in 2016, with his death officially ruled a homicide in July 2024…
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Fort Wayne Pools Closing This Weekend | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne’s city pools are shutting down this weekend—last swim day is Saturday, August 1st, from 12:30 PM to 5 PM at McMillen Park and Bob Arnold Northside…
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Fort Wayne Pools Closing This Weekend | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne’s Northside and McMillen pools are closing for the season this weekend—no more swims! The shutdown is due to staff shortages as lifeguards head back…
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Fort Wayne Hosts 79th Jugglers Festival | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne is throwing down for the 79th Annual International Jugglers’ Association Festival — where gravity’s got nothing on the world’s most dazzling…
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NYC Launches New Grocery Stores | Fort Wayne News
New York City is about to drop its own grocery stores—yes, really—to slash food prices and give residents a major break at the checkout. Listen in comfort:Get…
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Kids Sing Stars & Stripes at Choralfest | Fort Wayne News
Two hundred kids ages eight and up are unleashing their voices at Fort Wayne’s annual Choralfest Camp, celebrating America’s 250th birthday with a…
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Brother Accused of Burning His Own Car | Fort Wayne News
A 42-year-old man in Fort Wayne is facing arson charges after allegedly setting his brother’s car on fire—though he claims it was an accident caused by spilled…
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Moxie the Falcon Found After Vanishing | Fort Wayne News
A beloved 15-year-old peregrine falcon named Moxie vanished from her usual nest box atop the I&M tower, sparking concern among volunteers who feared the best…
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Saudi Nuclear Deal Raises Red Flags | Fort Wayne News
A major U.S.-Saudi nuclear deal, announced in July 2026, has sparked global alarm over whether it permits Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium—a critical step toward…
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Air Force One: Power in the Sky | Fort Wayne News
Air Force One isn’t just a plane—it’s the ultimate symbol of presidential power, transforming how presidents lead, engage, and campaign. Before jets…
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Brother vs Brother Arson Drama | Fort Wayne News
In Fort Wayne, a wild family feud is igniting legal drama: James Peden, 42, faces felony arson for allegedly torching his brother Christopher’s car—parked at…
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Six-Year Sentence for Online Predator | Fort Wayne News
A 65-year-old man from Fort Wayne, Douglas Mieras, faces six years in prison after being caught soliciting minors online—offering money for explicit photos…
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Huntington County 4-H Fair This Week | Fort Wayne News
Get ready for the Huntington County 4-H Fair — kicking off July 25th and running through July 30th at the Fairgrounds. It’s not just a show, it’s a celebration…
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Motorcycle Crash in Allen County | Fort Wayne News
Motorcycle Crash in Allen County | Fort Wayne News
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Sixty-Nine-Year-Old Pleads Guilty to Child Abuse | Fort Wayne News
Sixty-Nine-Year-Old Pleads Guilty to Child Abuse | Fort Wayne News
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Guano, Fertilizer, and Global Power | Fort Wayne News
The global fertilizer market is in turmoil—war in Ukraine disrupts natural gas for nitrogen, sanctions hit Belarus’ potash, and China tightens phosphate…
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Fort Wayne Car Meet Builds Community | Fort Wayne News
Zesto in Fort Wayne turned heads with their second annual car meet, drawing a massive crowd for a free evening of vintage and modern rides, ice cream, and live…
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Stephanie Dasbach Takes Helm of Indiana Libertarian Party | Fort Wayne News
Stephanie Dasbach, a seasoned Indiana political veteran with over two decades of leadership and campaign experience, has taken the reins as chair of the…
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Purdue Tops Value List for Public Schools | Fort Wayne News
Purdue University just soared to 2 in SmartAsset’s top public universities for best value, edging out the University of Florida and leading the Big Ten—thanks…
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Destiny Gritzmaker DUI Crash | Fort Wayne News
A 32-year-old woman, Destiny Gritzmaker, crashed her black car into a semi-truck in St. Joseph County at 2:05 AM, driving erratically before the collision. She…
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Fort Wayne Packs Kids for School | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne’s “Pack 2 School” event is your one-stop back-to-school kickoff—free physicals, immunizations, haircuts, food, bounce houses, live music, and…
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Remembering the Korean War Armistice | Fort Wayne News
Seventy-three years after the Korean War ended in a fragile armistice, veterans and families gathered at the Veterans National Memorial Shrine for a solemn…
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Pack 2 School Event at Pontiac Street Market | Fort Wayne News
Get ready for back-to-school fun at Pontiac Street Market’s third annual ‘Pack 2 School’ event this Saturday, August 1st, from 11 AM to 3 PM. Grab free school…
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Local Author Tops NYT Bestseller List | Fort Wayne News
A Fort Wayne native just made literary history—author Michael Benner, who went to Snider High, has his kids’ book “Mac & Cheese: The Origin Story” soaring to 1…
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Arc of Wabash Secures $4M Arts Grant | Fort Wayne News
Wabash County’s Arc just landed a $4 million boost from Indiana’s economic development corps and Lilly Endowment—fueling a downtown makeover with a new café…
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Fort Wayne Pride Festival Recap | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne’s 29th annual Pride Festival drew thousands to Headwaters Park for two jam-packed days of music, food, vendors, and community — capped off by a…
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SUV Turn Causes Head-On Crash | Fort Wayne News
A T-bone crash in LaOtto, Indiana, sent shockwaves through the area Saturday afternoon—when an SUV making a left turn collided head-on with a sedan, sending…