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Mosquito in Carmel tests positive for West Nile virus
CARMEL, Ind. (WISH) – The Hamilton County Health Department is warning people to protect themselves from mosquitoes, after one tested positive for the West Nile virus in Carmel. In a press release and post on Facebook, officials said they found the sample in Founder’s Park. “This…
Indy Dance Festival kicks off with community dance jam and free classes
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Indy Dance Festival begins this Sunday, July 12, with a community dance jam. The celebration of dance and movement across the city continues the following weekend on July 18 and 19 with additional events and performances. The Indy Dance Council helps…
New IndyCar video game officially set to release in early 2027
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — It’s officially official. INDYCAR Racing The Game is coming to gaming consoles and PCs everywhere next year. The brand new and highly-anticipated IndyCar video game was announced by the series and motorsport simulation company iRacing Studios Friday. This…
IndyCar video game coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox, PC in 2027
INDIANAPOLIS — For the first time in nearly two decades, a standalone IndyCar video game is heading to consoles and PC. On Friday, IndyCar announced that the official standalone video game, IndyCar Racing The Game, will launch on the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series consoles and PC via…
Warrant issued for Indianapolis man accused of stealing around $20,000 worth of tools
Court documents say police are still searching for Jeremiah Marsh and the missing tools.
INDOT: I-70 eastbound near Cambridge City closed due to semi-truck fire
WAYNE COUNTY, Ind. -- A portion of I-70 eastbound is closed in Wayne County east of Cambridge City due to a reported overturned semi-truck on fire. According to officials with the Indiana Department of Transportation, all the lanes are closed near the 134-mile marker on I-70…
ISP trooper shot in northern Indiana
According to NBC affiliate WNDU in South Bend, an ISP trooper was shot near the exit of Interstate 94 and U.S. 421.
Mayor Deb Whitfield announces campaign for re-election
Still Time. Still Delivering. LAWRENCE, Ind. — Standing on a record of measurable accomplishments and a vision for Lawrence’s future, Mayor Deb Whitfield today announced her campaign for re-election, inviting […]
Indiana State Police trooper shot near Michigan City exit on I-94
LA PORTE COUNTY, Ind. — An Indiana State Police Trooper was shot Friday morning near the Michigan City Exit along I-94, according to ISP. The shooting happened at a gas station at 2884 U.S. 421. Police said the trooper was transported to Franciscan Hospital, where he is in stable…
Indiana trooper shot on I-94 near Michigan City exit; subject of manhunt found dead
MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. (WISH) — An Indiana trooper was recovering at a hospital after being shot multiple times after a cross-state police chase Friday morning near the I-94 exit for Michigan City. Indiana State Police said Sgt. James Heflin underwent a successful surgery at…
Get a peek under the hood of the IMS Museum’s restoration shop
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum has a dedicated team of mechanics who restore and maintain IndyCars, and a new Restoration and Event Center set to open in 2027 will allow for full-time restoration and public access to the process.
Muncie man accused of killing puppy with knife
MUNCIE, Ind. — A Muncie couple said they took in a friend who had nowhere else to stay, only to discover their guest had killed his Husky mix puppy in their garage with a folding knife and blamed it on a dog fight. Jeremy Mohler, 46, was arrested on Thursday on preliminary…