🚔 Teen arrested in connection to death of girl shot at South Fort Wayne apartment complex

🚫 Three Rivers Festival cancelled for 2025, beginning bankruptcy proceedings

⚖️ Indiana bill to punish people living on the street is part of Texas think tank movement

🐾 Fort Wayne Zoo hosting job fair ahead of opening day

🏥 Amended bill would hit nonprofit hospitals with fee tax over high prices

🏫 Ivy Tech closing office of diversity, equity and belonging across all locations

🚨 Child critically hurt in southeast Fort Wayne shooting

🤒 Flu cases rise, over 50 deaths in Indiana

📚 State cuts funding on Dolly Parton Imagination Library program, jeopardized

🏆 Homestead, Snider, Fremont earn sectional title

🏐 Volleydons swept by 15th-ranked Buckeyes

🚔 Teen arrested in connection to death of girl shot at South Fort Wayne apartment complex
A teenager was arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a girl at a South Fort Wayne apartment complex. Authorities are actively investigating the incident and reviewing evidence as additional details remain limited. Read more from WANE 15 here

🚫Three Rivers Festival cancelled for 2025, beginning bankruptcy proceedings
The Three Rivers Festival for 2025 has been cancelled as organizers begin bankruptcy proceedings. Financial difficulties prompted the cancellation, and all scheduled events have been suspended. Officials confirmed the decision in an official statement. Read more from WFFT here

⚖️ Indiana bill to punish people living on the street is part of Texas think tank movement
An Indiana bill proposing punishments for individuals living on the street is linked to a movement inspired by a Texas think tank. Lawmakers introduce the measure, and its potential implications are currently under review. Read more from WFYI here

🐾 Fort Wayne Zoo hosting job fair ahead of opening day
The Fort Wayne Zoo is hosting a job fair ahead of opening day. The event offers additional employment opportunities and detailed local information on zoo operations, aiming to recruit qualified candidates for several positions. Read more from WFFT here

🏥 Amended bill would hit nonprofit hospitals with fee tax over high prices
An amended bill would impose a fee tax on nonprofit hospitals over high prices. Lawmakers state that the measure addresses pricing practices and aims to reduce costs. The proposal outlines implications for healthcare institutions. Read more from IBJ here

🏫 Ivy Tech closing office of diversity, equity and belonging across all locations Ivy Tech is closing its office of diversity, equity and belonging across all locations. The institution made the decision after reviewing administrative functions. Officials confirm the move is part of a broader reorganization effort. Read more from WFFT here

🚨 Child critically hurt in southeast Fort Wayne shooting
A child was critically injured in a southeast Fort Wayne shooting. Authorities report the incident resulted in serious wounds, prompting a swift response from emergency services. Medical personnel provided urgent treatment as investigations continue. Read more from WFFT here

🤒 Flu cases rise, over 50 deaths in Indiana
Flu cases in Indiana are rising as the state reports over 50 deaths. Health officials confirm an increase in influenza infections and fatalities. Authorities are monitoring trends and urging residents to follow preventive measures. Read more from WFFT here

📚 State cuts funding on Dolly Parton Imagination Library program, jeopardized
The state has reduced funding for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library program, jeopardizing its operations. Officials report that budget cuts are affecting program resources and planning. Stakeholders are evaluating the impact on library services. Read more from WFFT here

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🏆 Homestead, Snider, Fremont earn sectional title
Homestead, Snider, and Fremont earned sectional titles. The article reports each team secured the title in high school sports contests. Officials confirmed the victories and provided detailed recaps of the events and key moments reported. Read more from WANE here

Upcoming Komets Games

February 14 – 7:35 PM EST
Cincinnati Cyclones @ Fort Wayne Komets (Home)

February 15 – 7:00 PM EST
Fort Wayne Komets vs. Kalamazoo Wings (Away)

February 16 – 5:00 PM EST
Kalamazoo Wings @ Fort Wayne Komets (Home)

🏐 Volleydons swept by 15th-ranked Buckeyes
Volleydons were swept by the 15th-ranked Buckeyes in a college sports series. The article reports that the Buckeyes won all matches, ending the Volleydons’ contest. Officials highlighted decisive plays and team performance throughout the games. Read more from WANE here

🌡️ High: 28°F | Low: 20°F
☁️ PM Snow & Freezing Rain – A winter storm is brewing! Expect cloudy skies with snow starting in the afternoon. Winds from the ENE at 10-20 mph will make it feel even chillier. Snowfall: 1 to 3 inches ❄️

🌙 Wednesday Night: More snow on the way! Cloudy skies continue with steady snowfall overnight. Winds shifting from NNE to WNW at 10-15 mph. Another 1 to 3 inches possible.

🌅 Sunrise: 7:38 AM
🌇 Sunset: 6:11 PM

Stay warm, Fort Wayne! If you’re heading out,drive safe! 🚗