8+ mon, 4+ day ago (184+ words) You can catch 12 TinCaps games and 10 Reds games on WPTA channels. WPTA to broadcast select Fort Wayne TinCaps, Cincinnati Reds games FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - You don't have to miss out on the action if you can't make it to the ball park this season. Starting this week, WPTA will carry live broadcasts of select Fort Wayne TinCaps and Cincinnati Reds regular season games. You can catch 12 TinCaps games and 10 Reds games on WPTA channels, detailed in the full schedule below. - Fri 4/4 vs Lansing Lugnuts " 7:00 PM MyTV - Thu 4/17 vs Lake County Captains " 7:00 PM MyTV - Thu 5/1 vs Dayton Dragons " 7:00 PM MyTV - Thu 5/15 vs West Michigan Whitecaps " 7:00 PM MyTV - Thu 5/22 vs Cedar Rapids Kernels " 7:00 PM MyTV - Thu 6/12 vs South Bend Cubs " 7:00 PM MyTV - Thu 6/26 vs Great Lakes Loons " 7:00 PM MyTV - Thu 7/3 vs Lansing Lugnuts " 7:00 PM MyTV - Thu 7/10 vs Quad Cities River Bandits…...

8+ mon, 4+ day ago (183+ words) You can catch 12 TinCaps games and 10 Reds games on WPTA channels. WPTA to broadcast Fort Wayne TinCaps, Cincinnati Reds games FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - You don't have to miss out on the action if you can't make it to the ball field this season. Starting this week, WPTA will carry live broadcasts of the Fort Wayne TinCaps' and Cincinnati Reds' regular season games. You can catch 12 TinCaps games and 10 Reds games on WPTA channels, detailed in the full schedule below. - Fri 4/4 vs Lansing Lugnuts " 7:00 PM MyTV - Thu 4/17 vs Lake County Captains " 7:00 PM MyTV - Thu 5/1 vs Dayton Dragons " 7:00 PM MyTV - Thu 5/15 vs West Michigan Whitecaps " 7:00 PM MyTV - Thu 5/22 vs Cedar Rapids Kernels " 7:00 PM MyTV - Thu 6/12 vs South Bend Cubs " 7:00 PM MyTV - Thu 6/26 vs Great Lakes Loons " 7:00 PM MyTV - Thu 7/3 vs Lansing Lugnuts " 7:00 PM MyTV - Thu 7/10 vs Quad Cities River Bandits " 7:00 PM…...

6+ mon, 2+ week ago (419+ words) Since 2019, the number of students who were experiencing homelessness in the district has nearly doubled. FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The United Way of Allen County is providing funding for Fort Wayne Community Schools (FWCS) to continue its Families in Transition program, which provides help for students and families experiencing homelessness. The nonprofit announced on Wednesday that it is fully funding a case manager position for the program through the 2025-26 school year. The position was created following the COVID-19 pandemic using American Rescue Plan Act funds, according to the United Way of Allen County's Director of Community Impact, Ruthie Hall. When those funds ran out, another organization matched a private donor to continue the program through the 2024-25 school year. Hall says the vital program was at risk of being eliminated next year, so the organization stepped up to fill the funding…...

1+ mon, 4+ week ago (192+ words) FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Those who need help paying their gas utility bills can now apply for support through the Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC's (NIPSCO) energy assistance program. Those who are income-eligible can apply for various NIPSO programs, which include NIPSCO Hardship, Supply Energy Resources to Veterans (SERV), and Seniors in Indiana Low-Income and Vulnerable Energy Resources (SILVER). Applications are open as of October 1, and customers can apply through May 31, 2026, or until available funds are depleted. The programs provide a one-time benefit of up to $500 per year to go towards NIPSCO residential gas bills. "It's important for customers to be prepared for the winter heating season," NIPSCO President and Chief Operating Officer Vince Parisi said. "We encourage customers to explore the energy assistance programs available, which are there to help our most vulnerable community members stay safe and…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago (288+ words) Applications should be submitted electronically by Sunday, January 11, 2026. (WPTA) - Indiana State Police will begin accepting applications for its 90th Recruit Academy on Monday. The agency says the role includes a starting salary of $66,000 as well as extensive benefits. To be eligible for the role, individuals must: - be at least 21 and less than 40 years of age when appointed; - be a high school graduate, as evidenced by a diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), or High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma; - have completed one of the following: (1) 60 college credit hours from an accredited institution, (2) 2+ years of active military service, (3) 6 years of Reserve/National Guard time, or (4) 3+ years of continuous full-time, paid, law enforcement experience; and - be willing to reside and serve any place within the state of Indiana; Applications should be submitted electronically by Sunday, January 11, 2026. (WPTA) - Indiana State Police will begin accepting applications for…...

3+ mon, 3+ week ago (125+ words) FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Fort Wayne Community School (FWCS) has launched a new digital resource for families, providing in-depth descriptions of meals provided by the district. Nutrislice is a website and mobile app that gives families more details about school meals, including a full breakdown of each item's nutrition facts and allergen details. They say the program helps families and students make informed decisions about meal choices by allowing them to check ingredients and other factors like carb tracking for insulin dosing. The website also has quick links to meal benefit applications, LINQ Connect account management, and access to cafeteria procedures and physician meal accommodation forms. Mobile app downloads can be found on the Nutrislice website here after selecting your student's school....

2+ mon, 1+ week ago (155+ words) FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The Allen County Public Library (ACPL) is inviting the community to give input on invites the community to provide input on Phase 1 of its Facilities Master Plan through a series of drop-in events scheduled over the coming weeks. ACPL leaders say Phase 1 includes a range of renovations, improvements, and entirely new facilities at six of its branches: Aboite, Dupont, Georgetown, Hessen Cassel, New Haven, and Shawnee. According to a release from ACPL, these branches were found to be either undersized or in need of upgrades. The meetings have been scheduled as follows: Patron Engagement with Design Team Self-serve Engagement Boards during open hours To learn more, visit The Next Chapter of the Allen County Public Library. You can also catch the latest news from 21Alive anytime on'Roku, Amazon Fire TV, and Apple TV. Just search "21Alive" in the…...

6+ mon, 2+ week ago (431+ words) Indiana State Police (ISP) detectives have solved a 1977 cold case, the department announced on Wednesday morning. ADAMS COUNTY, Ind. (WPTA) - Indiana State Police (ISP) detectives have solved a 1977 cold case, the department announced on Wednesday morning. Police say 84-year-old Everett Armstrong from rural Geneva was found dead inside his mobile home on CR 300 West in Adams County on Aug. 19, 1977. Police say he was found with a gunshot wound by a fuel oil delivery driver, and his death was ruled a murder. ISP and the Adams County Sheriff's Department launched an investigation into Everett's death, a World War I veteran who was also a well-known local banjo player. Witnesses told police they heard a single gunshot just before dusk on August 18, 1977. Detectives' initial investigation did not identify any suspects, but four witnesses came forward in October of 1977 and identified a potential…...

8+ mon, 2+ week ago (394+ words) FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - In Indiana, Severe Weather Preparedness Week is March 9-15. Our First Alert Weather team will be providing severe weather preparedness coverage each weekday in our 5-7 a.m., 4 p.m., and 7 p.m. newscasts. Tune in to learn: As a preview to our coverage, we spoke to Allen County Department of Homeland Security Director Bernie Beier who emphasizes that to be prepared for severe weather, you must first have the proper mindset and plan. "I believe that the first step in being ready starts between your ears," said Beier. "You have to want to be ready and you have to decide that as an individual, as a head of a household, or at your business that you, your family, your loved ones and your business are going to be prepared and decide what you're going to do when severe weather strikes." According to Beier,…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago (157+ words) According to city officials, TRECtheFort.com will be the Public Works Department's primary tool for communicating traffic-related events, with press releases reserved for major projects. FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The City of Fort Wayne has launched a new website created to improve communication with local motorists about road restrictions and closures in Fort Wayne and surrounding areas. According to city officials, TRECtheFort.com will be the Public Works Department's primary tool for communicating traffic-related events, with press releases reserved for major projects. The website is an interactive map that illustrates the locations of road restrictions/closures and associated detours, along with information, including the type of traffic-related event, the duration of the event, the activities taking place, and contactor or department contact information. City officials say the new website offers a more streamlined, transparent, real-time, and accessible way to stay…...