Police officials said the man picked up a knife while officers were on the scene. After he refused to drop it, he was shot. He remains in life-threatening condition.
Oct 13 26October 13, 2026
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Allen County Sheriff Troy Hershberger accepted the resignation of Cpl. Ben Fries per Allen County Sheriff's Department announcment.
Oct 09 26October 09, 2026
It only took an Allen County Superior Court jury 30 minutes Thursday to convict 62-year-old Charles Calvert of murdering Marcia Linsky in 2024.
Oct 01 26October 01, 2026
Early voting in all Indiana counties will begin Tuesday, Oct. 6.
Sheriff Troy Hershberger says Cpl. Ben Fries has made statements that make light of officer-involved shootings and could put the department in legal jeopardy. The four-count complaint filed with the Allen County Sheriff Merit Board came after an internal investigation.
Sep 30 26September 30, 2026
Officials warn everyone who was at the zoo on Sunday, Sept. 27, between 11:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. to check their MMR vaccination status and watch for symptoms within the next 21 days.
The case, identified Thursday, is one of 19 now identified by the Indiana Department of Health.
Sep 25 26September 25, 2026
The Indiana Department of Health has identified two of the state's 17 confirmed cases of the measles in Adams County.
Sep 23 26September 23, 2026
The vote to delay came after a number of amendments to Councilwoman Rohli Booker's original legislation.
The tech company is asking IDEM to approve an additional 228 diesel generators. Its initial request when the facility was built was just 34 generators.
Sep 21 26September 21, 2026
The 2015 shooting of Rocky Swihart left him with serious injuries. ISP's Cold Case Unit is looking for any tip to help solve the case.
Sep 18 26September 18, 2026
Councilwoman Rohli Booker introduced new ordinances that will create an advisory committee to look at "resource-intensive developments, as well as one that would put a year-long moratorium on new data center construction.
Sep 09 26September 09, 2026
The Fort Wayne Police Department unveiled an Engage portal this week which they hope will help them guide future communications.
Sep 02 26September 02, 2026
The 5-3 vote by Fort Wayne's City Council came after weeks of Mayor Sharon Tucker's attempts to address issues raised by the Republicans on the council. They voted no anyway.
Sep 01 26September 01, 2026
FWPD Chief P.J. Smith announced Monday that the department will not pursue smaller contracts after the city council voted to cancel its contract with FLOCK. He also said the 36 cameras are now offline and will be removed soon.
Aug 31 26August 31, 2026
Even though Fort Wayne City Council canceled the contract, the police department wants to find a way to keep using the cameras they say are a valuable tool to solve crimes. Mayor Sharon Tucker says "not so fast."
Aug 27 26August 27, 2026
The city's contract came up for renewal earlier in the summer, and after weeks of study and public comment, the council voted 8-0 to discontinue the use of the license plate readers. Councilman Dr. Scott Myers was absent.
Aug 25 26August 25, 2026
Held at the request of the Republicans on city council, Monday evening's hearing featured an opportunity for residents to learn more about the proposed Anchor Resource Center and why 333 E. Washington Boulevard was chosen. Those in attendance also had the opportunity to ask questions and offer their opinion.
All of Northeast Indiana's counties have the title, which is bestowed by the National Weather Service to indicate preparedness for severe weather.
Aug 21 26August 21, 2026
The donation is part of a $10 million gift from the company throughout the state to support water and infrastructure.
Aug 19 26August 19, 2026
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