News across Greater Fort Wayne

Tip line for bullying, school safety concerns to launch in Indiana
Schools across the state can opt to use the tip line, which is monitored around-the-clock, at no cost.

Ribbon Cutting For Union Chapel Road Trail Monday, Oct. 5
On Monday, Oct. 5, the public is invited to join Fort Wayne Trails, Northwest Allen County Schools, the Allen County commissioners and other trail partners for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the newest section of the Union Chapel Road Trail.

Germany's political center fights for relevance after far-right and far-left gains
Centrist politicians are soul-searching after electoral gains by the far right and the far left. Today's weak coalitions, political fragmentation and dire economy echo a past that led to the rise of fascism.

WBOI Newscast: October 2, 2026
Monday is the last day to register to vote. Boyfriend convicted of murder in 2024 fatal stabbing of well-known local attorney.

Pro-Trump Influencer Benny Johnson is being sued for defamation by ICE protesters
The lawsuit says the prominent conservative podcaster falsely claimed the protesters were assaulting ICE officers during demonstrations at an ICE facility in Illinois last year.

October 1 ushered in a new era in U.S. foreign aid. What's the plan? Will it work?
The America First strategy asks for a Memorandum of Understanding as a condition for healthcare and development aid. It's been praised for promoting self-reliance but criticized for its conditions.

Who & What: October 2, 2026
Monday is the last day to register to vote. Boyfriend convicted of murder in 2024 fatal stabbing of well-known local attorney. Ballard wants secretary of state's office 'out of politics.' His opponents see a problem.

Cloaked in anonymity, Israeli soldiers describe mass civilian killings in 'NAZA'
NAZA is an acronym for nezek agavi, Hebrew for "collateral damage." It refers to the number of civilian casualties the Israeli military deems acceptable. The documentary is made by Israeli filmmakers.

Whitko Names October Students Of The Month
News Release LARWILL – The following Whitko Community School students are Students of the Month for October 2026. Awtymn Garver […]

The U.S. added only 29,000 jobs in September as job market lacks spark
U.S. employers added 29,000 jobs in September as the unemployment rate inched up to 4.2%. Job gains for July and August were revised down by a total of 60,000 jobs, extending a lackluster run for the job market.

Launchpad Holds First Early Childhood Conference for Local Educators
On Friday, September 26, LaunchPad, the Childcare and Early Learning Coalition, held a one-day conference for early educators in Kosciusko and Whitley counties.

Labor Department to release September jobs report
The Labor Department offers an update Friday on the strength of the U.S. job market. The news comes as long-term interest rates have been climbing.