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Another dry day ahead of weekend rain chances
More students are heading back to school today in the Indianapolis area! The weather looks great outside this morning with mostly clear skies, comfortable conditions and temperatures near 60 degrees. Wind speeds will remain light today with plenty of sunshine through the morning…

WKTV Photo of the Day: July 30
Check out today's photo of a cloud that looks like angel wings, taken in Herkimer by Jean Guiney.

Overnight closures set for I-74 in Shelby County
SHELBY COUNTY, Ind. – Drivers who use I-74 in Shelby County will encounter some overnight closures next week. According to the Indiana Department of Transportation, crews will close down part of I-74 for a beam setting project on the Pleasant View Road Bridge. INDOT said I-74…

On and Off Rain Today Mixed With Evening Sun

Grave problems
Grave problems. A political cartoon by Bob Whitmore about Black cemeteries and developers.

Quiet Thursday; Rain and storms return for the weekend | July 30, 2026
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Central Indiana is in for one more pleasant Thursday before a slow-moving storm system arrives and brings the threat of heavy rain and localized flooding for the start of the weekend. Thursday’s Pleasant Weather High pressure remains parked overhead today,…
IFD firefighter falls through floor while fighting heavy fire on Indy's northeast side
Firefighters arrived on scene to flames bursting out from several windows of the three-story building, according to IFD.

Today in History: July 30, President Eisenhower Signs Measure Making “In God We Trust” National Motto
In 1956, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed a measure making “In God We Trust” the national motto, replacing “E Pluribus Unum.”

How to upgrade your bathroom without flushing away cash
Consumer Reports tested various toilets and bidet attachments to identify efficient and affordable options for consumers looking to upgrade their bathrooms.

IFD battles apartment fire on Indy's northeast side
INDIANAPOLIS - The Indianapolis Fire Department responded early Thursday morning to a vacant apartment fire on the northeast side. According to IFD, crews responded to a fire at an apartment complex near the intersection of 39th Street and North Emerson Avenue just after…

Caroga creeps closer to new $4.5 million town hall, golf pro shop
The Caroga Town Board is exploring plans for a new town hall and pro shop for the Nick Stoner Golf Course. A State Environmental Quality Review is needed first.

Caroga creeps closer to new $4.5 million town hall, golf pro shop
The Caroga Town Board is exploring plans for a new town hall and pro shop for the Nick Stoner Golf Course. A State Environmental Quality Review is needed first.