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Worker killed in construction site accident in Blackford County
A worker died Friday morning at a windmill construction site in Blackford County.
Southern Indiana school district prepares for expanded state ban on student cell phones
School districts have two options: Either provide a space for kids to store their wireless electronic devices — turned off — or require students leave them at home.
Judge accepts report that suspect in Elwood police officer's murder is competent to stand trial
Carl Boards II is charged with shooting and killing 24-year-old Elwood Police Ofc. Noah Shahnavaz during a traffic stop July 31, 2022.
Police: Dog left in 121° vehicle, Marion man charged
MARION, Ind. — A Marion man was charged after a dog was left in a vehicle during the extreme heat in early July. Wadie Harwood, 62, was charged with Cruelty to an Animal with Prior Conviction, a Level 6 Felony. Officers with the Marion Police Department were dispatched on…
Black Festival of Joy begins new health, voting initiatives
INDIANAPOLIS — The Black Festival of Joy is set to return for its 5th year on Saturday to Riverside Park with live music, free activations, and two new initiatives. The new programming includes Health as Joy which is a wellness experience featuring health organizations providing…
First standalone IndyCar video game in over 20 years delayed again
The game is now set to be launched in the countdown to the 2027 Indianapolis 500.
Indianapolis maintenance man rescinds guilty plea in rape, murder of 15-year-old girl
Janiya Carr was just three weeks shy of her 16th birthday — a milestone she tragically never reached.
10 tips on how to stay safe in the water by the American Red Cross
INDIANAPOLIS — Summertime brings vacations where we experience waterparks, pools, and larger bodies of waters like lakes and oceans. Unfortunately, summertime is also when drownings spike. In fact, more children ages 1-4 die from drowning than any other cause of death, according…
Patty’s Picks: Disney’s live-action ‘Moana’ remake lands in theaters with mixed reviews
Disney's live-action remake of "Moana" has received mixed reviews, with film critic Patty Spitler giving it two out of five stars and noting that it is entertaining but falls short of expectations.
Man dies after crashing car trying to escape shooting on Indy's near south side
INDIANAPOLIS -- Police are still investigating a shooting that left one man dead on Indy’s near south side. Neighbors who overheard the gunfire said they have no idea what led up to the violence. They just hope someone is held responsible for that killing, but police have not…
Historic DePauw-Wabash rivalry game moves to Ball State’s Scheumann Stadium
The 132nd annual Monon Bell rivalry game between DePauw University and Wabash College will be held at Ball State's Scheumann Stadium, the first time in 104 years that the game will be played on a neutral site.
Behind the Bricks: Preserving racing history at the IMS Museum Restoration Shop
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum is restoring 20-30 cars annually in its restoration shop, and is building a new Restoration and Events Center to double restoration capacity and house more than 150 cars.