Category Archives: WXKE Local News

Missing Adams County toddler found dead in hole
BERNE, Ind. (ADAMS) – Authorities in Adams County say it looks like a toddler drowned in a hole after wandering away earlier this week. The Adams County Sheriff’s Office says a toddler was...
Joey Martin Apr 01, 2022

ISP investigating officer involved shooting in Steuben County
STEUBEN CO., Ind. (ADAMS) – Indiana State Police say it is investigating after a Steuben County deputy fired a shot during a chase on Tuesday. ISP that a pursuit began shortly after 7 p.m. in Pl...
Joey Martin Mar 31, 2022

Spring cleanup biodegradable bag collection begins
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (ADAMS) – The City of Fort Wayne Street Department has begun collecting biodegradable paper leaf/lawn/garden bags placed by the curb. Only leaves should be placed in the bags, n...
Joey Martin Mar 31, 2022

FWCS using coronavirus money on HVAC upgrades
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (ADAMS) – Fort Wayne schools want to use most of their coronavirus stimulus money to bring more fresh air into their classrooms. The city’s school district this week unvei...
Joey Martin Mar 31, 2022

S.R. 101 to close near Monroeville for bridgework
ALLEN CO., Ind. (ADAMS) - The Indiana Department of Transportation has announced the closure of S.R. 101 near Monroeville. Crews will begin a bridge deck overlay between Flatrock Road and Willow Run D...
Joey Martin Mar 30, 2022

Parkview Health seeks feedback on area health needs
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (ADAMS) – Parkview Health is launching a Community Health Needs Assessment, a survey that uses public feedback to identify priorities for resources, education and programming. A...
Joey Martin Mar 30, 2022

TinCaps auctioning off authentic jerseys worn by team
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (ADAMS) – Before the team's new season begins, the Fort Wayne TinCaps are auctioning off authentic jerseys previously worn by players and coaches. The squad's batting practice t...
Joey Martin Mar 30, 2022

Tread the Trails: New program kicking off at Salomon Farm Park
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (ADAMS) – Runners, walkers and wheelchair users are invited to participate in Tread the Trails, a new trails program presented by the City of Fort Wayne, the Fort Wayne Running ...
Joey Martin Mar 29, 2022

Suspect arrested following shooting at Coliseum Inn
UPDATE (March 29, 2022): Fort Wayne police say that a suspect has been detained in a shooting that happened early Saturday morning at the Coliseum Inn. The victim was left with critical injuries. Poli...
Joey Martin Mar 29, 2022

Man critically wounded in Zollars Avenue shooting
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (ADAMS) – Fort Wayne police say a man is in critical condition after being shot Monday night. He was found when officers and medics arrived to the 1300 of Zollars Avenue just so...
Joey Martin Mar 29, 2022




