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Ohio lawmakers could require state-approved training for anyone who serves alcohol
COSHOCTON − A new law being considered by Ohio legislators could change the responsibility restaurants and bars have for customers consuming alcohol at their establishments. And at least one local establishment is on board. House Bill 504 would require state-approved training for all liquor permit holders and their employees, as reported by the...
City and county debate emergency response services
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — Three city council members discussed gaps in the city and county’s emergency response services. Councilman Russell Jehl (2nd District), Councilman Nathan Hartman (3rd District) and Councilman Scott Myers (4th District) gathered at Citizen’s Square today to express their concerns about county EMS services.
'Hard to explain': Ohio Rep. Warren Davidson questions whether Trump shooter acted alone
FONTANA-ON-GENEVA LAKE, Wisconsin − As Congress begins to investigate the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump on July 13, one congressman from the Cincinnati region questioned whether the shooter acted alone. "It's such a level of negligence that it's just hard to conceive that it was simply negligence," U.S. Rep. Warren...
‘Lives are being endangered’: FW city councilmen call out Allen County Commissioners over EMS woes
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — A feud between Fort Wayne City Council and Allen County Board of Commissioners has boiled over, and the hot water of conflict now stains the pages of a local newspaper and the halls of Citizens Square. Three members of Fort Wayne City Council —...
Napoleon man sentenced for pursuit across state line, fatal crash
MONROE, Mich. — A judge in Monroe on Thursday sentenced a Napoleon man to prison for leading police on a pursuit last year across the Ohio-Michigan state line that ended in a crash that killed his passenger. Kim Lynn Fitch Jr, 32, received 17-30 years for involuntary manslaughter, fleeing...
K. Schmit & Friends at Huggy Bear
MIDDLE POINT--Kaitlyn Schmit & Friends will be playing Huggy Bear campground as part of the annual St. Jude benefit this Friday, July 19 from 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.--and not 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. as previously stated. They will also be playing from 7:30-10:30 p.m. in Fountain Park on August...
City announces plans for a pedestrian bridge to expand Pufferbelly Trail
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — Additions to the Pufferbelly Trail are on the horizon as the city announces plans for a new pedestrian bridge crossing over Coliseum Boulevard. Construction is expected to begin as soon as 2026. Renderings show that the bridge will be located on the west side...
Fort Wayne Urban League launches initiative to improve teen encounters with police
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – The Fort Wayne Urban League hosted a press conference Thursday to announce their initiative titled “Mothers for the Movement, Every Child Home Alive”. The initiative is working to develop training and language to educate youth about proper protocols when interacting with police...
Indiana and Michigan Beachgoers Alert: Dangerous Waves and Swim Risks on Lake Michigan
Fort Wayne, IN – A beach hazards statement is in effect for La Porte County, IN, and Berrien County, MI, warning of dangerous swimming conditions on Lake Michigan today. With waves expected to reach up to 7 feet, residents and visitors are advised to stay out of the water due to the high risk of strong currents and dangerous waves.
11 Investigates: Owners of rundown mobile home park near downtown have not made a tax payment since 2022 purchase
TOLEDO, Ohio — The owners of a rundown, dilapidated mobile home park within sight of downtown have not made a tax payment to the county since purchasing the property in 2022. On Wednesday, days after 11 Investigates highlighted multiple issues at Riverside Mobile Home Estates, a judge vacated his...
What Happening Wednesday: Weekend Events Happening In Fort Wayne July 19-July21 2024
Exciting weekend ahead in Fort Wayne! Check out the Indiana Vantage Market with over 50 vintage-styled vendors, the Lawton Park car show, and Artlink art supply resale for all your artistic needs. Don't miss out on these fantastic events happening in our city.
Air Force Museum hosting student aviation program for prospective pilots
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Students that have thought about becoming a pilot when they grow up could have a chance to see what the career is actually like. The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force is holding “Introduction to Becoming a Pilot,” a program for students between the ages of 14 and 18. Rather […]
What we can VERIFY about the Maumee sewer line connections ordinance
MAUMEE, Ohio — Since it became a law on June 17, residents in Maumee have been raising questions and concerns about ordinance 20-2024, both online and in-person, to city officials about what it means for their wallets and futures. One of the hot-button questions has been "Do I have...
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