Fort Wayne
Today
Monday, June 1st, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, May 31, Humane Fort Wayne received over $18,000 from Zeigler Subaru as part of its 2025 Share the Love Event, with vehicle buyers supporting the donation. The funds will help rescue & care for more animals while the dealership continues its partnership into 2026. WOWO
- ➤ A commemorative ceremony honored Roosevelt Barnes Sr.—Fort Wayne’s first African American contractor—as he marked a historic milestone in the city’s construction history. The event spotlighted his achievement and lasting impact on local development. WFFT-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Railroad enthusiasts will see Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4014 when it makes an overnight stop in Fort Wayne after 3 p.m. on June 5 — the historic locomotive set for a return stop in mid-July as part of America’s 250th anniversary tour. WOWO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On May 22, the community school district broke ground on a new $60 million J.E. Ober Elementary School that will replace the old building in phases to serve up to 900 students + modernize learning spaces, with construction set to finish in two years at the existing site. The Journal Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The TinCaps lost Sunday's series finale 7-5 against the South Bend Cubs at Four Winds Field, as left-hander Jamie Hitt pitched 6⅔ innings and allowed three runs on seven hits while throwing 96 pitches & the team struggled to maintain momentum. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ Angola and DeKalb won their sectional semifinal games on Saturday and will play today for a regional berth. WFFT-TV
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Fort Wayne TinCaps vs Lake County Captains
7:05-8:05 p.m. — Parkview Field — Tickets required — Experience a fun-filled family night with exciting baseball action.
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Lake County Captains at Fort Wayne TinCaps
7:05-8:05 p.m. — Parkview Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting minor league baseball matchup filled with family-friendly entertainment.
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Matt McCusker Live
7:00 & 9:45 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian and podcaster Matt McCusker.
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Matt McCusker Live
6-7 p.m. & 9-10 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of comedy from rising star Matt McCusker, fresh off his Netflix special.
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Sheryl Underwood Live
6-10 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Check website for tickets — Experience an evening with Sheryl Underwood, a multi-talented entrepreneur and media personality.
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Music on the Plaza: Los Electro
Time TBD — Allen County Public Library - Main — Free entry — Enjoy a lively concert on the Library Plaza with food trucks and shaded seating.
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GermanFest 2026
June 11-14 — Headwaters Park — Check back for updates — Celebrate German culture with food, drinks, and festivities.
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Collin Moulton Live Comedy Show
7-11 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the laughs from a renowned comedian with over 20 years of touring experience.
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Collin Moulton Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughter with Collin Moulton, a comedy favorite known for his engaging storytelling and clean humor.
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South Bend Cubs vs. Fort Wayne Tincaps
7:00 – 8:05 PM — Parkview Field — Enjoy family-friendly baseball action between the Tincaps and Cubs.
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