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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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Three Million Dollars in Free Backpacks | Fort Wayne News
Three million dollars worth of free backpacks are headed to families across northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio this Sunday as Round Room, LLC — a Verizon…
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Shillings Connects at Fort Wayne Pride | Fort Wayne News
Lauri Shillings, Indiana’s Libertarian Secretary of State candidate, hit the ground running at Fort Wayne Pride, connecting with voters from 2 PM to 6 PM as…
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Fort Wayne Duck Race Raises Funds | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne’s 38th annual Weigand Construction Duck Race drew thousands of plastic ducks and a lively crowd to Promenade Park, raising funds for the Iris Family…
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Stuff a Bus for School Supplies | Fort Wayne News
The Salvation Army of Allen County is rallying the community for their annual Tools for Schools campaign, aiming to fill a bus with essential supplies like…
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Moxie the Falcon Found Safe | Fort Wayne News
Moxie the peregrine falcon, a beloved local icon who’s raised over thirty chicks with her mate Jamie in fourteen years, went missing from her Indiana Michigan…
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak in Indiana | Fort Wayne News
Indiana’s facing a major cyclosporiasis outbreak with over 750 cases statewide — including 100+ in Allen County — caused by a parasite in contaminated food or…
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Parkview Buys Land for Healthcare Expansion | Fort Wayne News
Parkview Health just splashed over $2.9 million on 30 acres near I-69 and Lower Huntington Road — a steep jump from last year’s $1 million purchase — fueling…
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Braun Picks New Utility Regulator | Fort Wayne News
Governor Mike Braun just appointed Joby Jerrells to the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission, the fourth new member since December, as he continues reshaping…
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Adopt a Pet This Saturday | Fort Wayne News
This Saturday, PetSmart Charities and Humane Fort Wayne are teaming up for a big adoption event at the Lima Road PetSmart, from noon to three PM—where you can…
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Bike Show for Veterans at Bubba's | Fort Wayne News
This Saturday, grab your bike and head to Bubba’s 33 in Fort Wayne for a fun bike show and fundraiser—10% of your check goes straight to Honor Flight Northeast…
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Farmers, Taxpayers, and the Cost of Crops | Fort Wayne News
Congress is poised to pour another $11 billion into farm subsidies—on top of the $44 billion already pledged—forcing the average taxpayer to foot a $360 bill…
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Cold Case Breakthrough Using DNA Tech | Fort Wayne News
After 40 years, Indiana State Police are reigniting the hunt for the killer of 67-year-old Evelyn Matchett, whose February 1988 murder remains unsolved. Armed…
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Run for Independence with The League | Fort Wayne News
This weekend, The League kicks off their second annual ‘Race 4 Independence’ at Purdue Fort Wayne—run a 2.5K or 5K, or join their adaptive options. Since 1950…
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Bring Back the High-Rail Bike | Fort Wayne News
Science Central is reviving its legendary high-rail bike with a modern safety upgrade and a $150,000 fundraising push, kicking off with the “Ride the Wire Bike…
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MERIT Act Targets Legacy Admissions | Fort Wayne News
A new bipartisan bill, the MERIT Act, is poised to reshape college admissions by banning legacy and donor preferences, forcing schools to prioritize merit over…
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Get Ahead This July for Christmas | Fort Wayne News
Get ahead of the holiday rush with Fairfield’s “Christmas in July” open house—perfect for planners who want to lock in bookings early and avoid last-minute…
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Local Author Michael Benner Visits Fort Wayne | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne’s own hometown hero, Michael Benner—author of the New York Times Best Seller ‘Mac & Cheese: The Origin Story’—is hitting Sunbound Books this…
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Allen County Honors Long-Term Employees | Fort Wayne News
Allen County Commissioners honored 44 dedicated employees for 10+ years of service at their quarterly ‘Years of Service’ coin ceremony — with some celebrating…
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Bowen Health Gives Back to Schools | Fort Wayne News
Bowen Health’s fourth annual backpack giveaway and health fair packed more than just school supplies—families walked away with free immunizations, health…
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Pickup Hits Buggy in Indiana | Fort Wayne News
A pickup truck slammed into a horse-drawn buggy in Indiana, sending three people—driver Velda Miller, a toddler, and an infant—flying. The 77-year-old truck…
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Fort Wayne Woman Sentenced to Prison | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne Woman Sentenced to Prison | Fort Wayne News
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Tragedy in LaGrange County Truck Crash | Fort Wayne News
Tragedy struck in LaGrange County Thursday night when a truck veered off West 700 South near Topeka, crashing into a fence—leaving a heartbreaking loss and…
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Breon Russell Gets 20-Year Sentence | Fort Wayne News
A 26-year-old Fort Wayne man, Breon Russell, received a 20-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to child molesting and exploitation — charges stemming…
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Tragedy on County Road 700 | Fort Wayne News
An 18-year-old driver lost his life in a deadly crash on County Road 700 South in LaGrange County, where his pickup truck veered off the road and slammed into…
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Truck Hits Buggy on State Road Nine | Fort Wayne News
A harrowing crash on State Road 9 in Lagrange County left three buggy riders—including a baby and toddler—injured after being struck by a pickup truck. The…
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Two Arrested in Fort Wayne Shooting | Fort Wayne News
Police in Fort Wayne, Indiana, have arrested two suspects in connection with a July 6 shooting that left a young child critically injured. Twenty-four-year-old…
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Two Arrested in Morning Home Shooting | Fort Wayne News
Two men, Davareion Gentry, 24, and Duane Stevenson, 18, face serious charges including attempted murder after a shocking early-morning shooting on Southcrest…
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Fort Wayne Pride Returns This Weekend | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne Pride Returns This Weekend | Fort Wayne News
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Vance Ave Closure in Fort Wayne | Fort Wayne News
Vance Avenue in Fort Wayne is temporarily closed for pipe work and asphalt paving between Coliseum Blvd and Inwood Dr—expect detours this weekend, with…
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Indiana Law Forces Teen to Face Sentence | Fort Wayne News
Indiana’s new Senate Bill 9 is already in action — forcing a defiant teen shooter to face sentencing, even if he refuses. Devon Stewart, 18, who admitted to…
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Fort Wayne Victim’s Justice Served | Fort Wayne News
In a shocking case from Fort Wayne, 86-year-old Alice Hall was fatally shot in June 2025, leading to charges against two 19-year-olds. Devon Stewart, who just…
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WaterWorks FunFest at Fort Wayne Plant | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne’s Water Pollution Control Plant is hosting a free, wild WaterWorks FunFest this Saturday—yes, you read that right—where you can party, splash, and…
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Weather Heating Up This Weekend | Fort Wayne News
Weather’s turning spicy this weekend—mild clouds and 70s today, but temperatures climb fast: low 80s Saturday, sticky upper 80s Sunday. Dry for most, but…
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Two Missing Kids Found Safe | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne police issued an urgent alert for missing kids Tidus, 10, and Alexis Harmon, 12, last seen near Tyrone Road in matching, colorful outfits — Tidus in…
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Why Neighbor Connections Are Vanishing | Fort Wayne News
Social capital is plummeting—only 40% of Americans now talk to neighbors weekly, down from 60% thirteen years ago, with young adults hit hardest. This decline…
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Backpacks and Checkups for School Success | Fort Wayne News
Bowen Health just wrapped up their fourth annual backpack giveaway and health fair, handing out hundreds of new backpacks packed with school supplies—including…
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Katherine Jackson Faces New Fraud Charge | Fort Wayne News
Katherine Jackson’s legal nightmare just got worse—she’s now facing a new felony fraud charge after allegedly swindling a man out of $8,000 by pretending to…
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Americans Feel Economy Is Rigged | Fort Wayne News
Americans are feeling the squeeze—especially those earning under $50K—with three-quarters saying inflation’s hit their families hard and over a third calling…
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Fort Wayne Siblings Found Safe | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne Siblings Found Safe | Fort Wayne News
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Trump's Energy Pledge Gains Momentum | Fort Wayne News
Trump’s Ratepayer Protection Pledge is gaining steam, with nearly 200 new backers—including 23 Republican governors—joining tech giants like Amazon and Google…
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Mortgage Rates Rise Amid Global Tensions | Fort Wayne News
Mortgage rates hit 6.51%—a small jump that packs a punch amid rising oil prices and inflation fears. For new buyers, stay calm and focus on your budget and…
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Indiana’s 988 Lifeline Surges in Use | Fort Wayne News
Indiana’s 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is seeing a major spike in calls—with nearly 138,000 Hoosiers reaching out between June 2025 and May 2026, including…
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Fort Wayne Man Faces New Sex Charges | Fort Wayne News
A 35-year-old man from Kentucky, Corey Nannie, is locked up in Fort Wayne facing multiple serious charges after allegedly engaging in a sexual relationship…
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Gabby Petito Foundation Joins DeKalb Domestic Violence Conference | Fort Wayne News
DeKalb County’s Domestic Violence Task Force is hosting its third annual conference this fall, bringing national attention with the Gabby Petito Foundation’s…
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AEDs in Police Cars Save Lives | Fort Wayne News
East Central Fire and EMS is making a lifesaving impact by equipping New Haven Police cruisers with seven new automated external defibrillators—thanks to…
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Philly Bars Stay Open Till 4 AM | Fort Wayne News
Philadelphia’s late-night bar and restaurant experiment, approved by Governor Josh Shapiro for major events like the World Cup and All-Star Game, seems to have…
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Fort Wayne Pride Festival Guide | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne Pride is back for its 29th year, hitting Headwaters Park this Friday with two days of nonstop fun—live music, food, vendors, and vital resource…
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Tennessee Jobs: Seasonal Shifts, Stronger Statewide | Fort Wayne News
Tennessee’s job market shows mixed signals in June: while unemployment rose across most counties—driven by seasonal school staff claims—statewide numbers…
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Fort Wayne Seeks Homeless Resource Center Site | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne’s city leaders are racing to find the perfect spot for a new homeless resource center after vetting nearly 50 locations — all while dodging red…
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Free Back-to-School Event for Families | Fort Wayne News
Back-to-school stress? Bowen Health’s got your back—free supplies, health screenings, and vital info for families this Thursday 5–7 PM at Rudisill Plaza. Join…
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Indiana Gets $154K from Pharma Settlement | Fort Wayne News
Indiana’s getting $154,000 from a massive $30 million national settlement with Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, accused of conspiring to inflate generic drug prices…
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Officers Shot in East Side Response | Fort Wayne News
Two Indianapolis police officers are recovering after being shot during a tense nighttime call on East 37th Street—when a suspect allegedly opened fire…
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Celebrate Latino Culture at Fiesta Fort Wayne 2026 | Fort Wayne News
Get ready to dance, eat, and celebrate at Fiesta Fort Wayne 2026 on August 8th! This all-day festival at Headwaters Park Lincoln Pavilion is a vibrant tribute…
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Wisconsin Jobs Report June Insights | Fort Wayne News
Wisconsin’s unemployment dipped to 3.3% in June—better than the national 4.2%—but raw data shows most counties saw slight rises, with only 10 improving…
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Katherine Jackson Faces New Fraud Charge | Fort Wayne News
Katherine Jackson, once accused of faking her daughter’s terminal illness to scam donors and secure a Make-A-Wish trip, is now facing fresh fraud charges after…
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Fort Wayne's Homeless Center Search Ends | Fort Wayne News
Fort Wayne’s city council is narrowing down options for a new homeless resource center after reviewing 46 proposed sites — only 13 passed basic filters, but…
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Fetterman Opens New State College Office | Fort Wayne News
Senator John Fetterman just launched his sixth Pennsylvania office in State College, strategically located downtown near Penn State and public transit to make…
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Chicago’s Tenant Relocation Rule Stands | Fort Wayne News
Chicago landlords who buy foreclosed apartment buildings now face a $10,600 relocation fee per tenant under the city’s “Keep Chicago Renting” ordinance, after…
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"Call your mom." - A Message From Corey
"Call your mom." - A Message From Corey
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Trump Reduces Utah Monuments by 3 Million Acres | Fort Wayne News
President Trump shocks conservationists by slashing Utah’s Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante monuments by nearly three million acres—returning them to…