News across Allen County

Thank you for a successful Fall Membership Drive 2026
With your help, WBOI raised over $260,000 towards support its mission to provide essential news and diverse music to Northeast Indiana.

Pastor barred from returning to the U.S. works to lead his congregation from afar
Pastoring is an intense job. But what happens when a pastor is stuck thousands of miles away from his church –- with no hope of returning anytime soon?

Fort Wayne Campaign Encourages Residents To ‘Leave The Leaves’
A Fort Wayne environmental campaign is encouraging residents to keep fallen leaves in yards and green spaces this fall to provide habitat for insects and wildlife while improving soil health.

How to limit the rat numbers? Train the humans
D.C.'s Rat Rangers take anyone who is interested on night time safaris through some of the Capitol's filthiest back alleys to learn the way of the rats, and to be better humans.

What it’s like to be defunded and what we’re doing about it
I can’t believe it, but today is the final day of WBOI’s fall membership drive. I hope that you’ve enjoyed hearing from our hosts, our DJs, our business staff, and other listeners.

Animal Blessing Ceremony Oct. 4 In Fort Wayne
Beyond the Rainbow Bridge Inc. and the Rev. Dr. Paula Neuman will be hosting a St. Francis Feast Day animal blessing ceremony.
Volunteers help make mountain trails accessible for people with disabilities
It takes a group of dedicated volunteers to make sure mountain trails are wide enough so everyone can have fun.

New to the U.S., he struggled to find belonging. A fellow student changed that
When Teyu Chou was 11 years old, his family immigrated to the U.S. The transition was isolating and confusing. But a fellow student stepped up and helped him adjust.