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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.
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Published July 10Students Earn Top Honors At 2026 Florida FFA State Convention
Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) students brought home an impressive collection of state championships, top five finishes and chapter recognitions from the?2026 Florida FFA State Convention, showcasing the district’s strength in agricultural education, leadership…
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…
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Published July 10Manatee County EMS employees noticeably underpaid
A recent Manatee County audit revealed that more than 200 EMS employees were being underpaid by approximately $336,000.
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Published July 10USF Receives $1.5 Million Gift From ReliaQuest To Advance AI Education
The University of South Florida (USF) recently announced a $1.5 million investment from ReliaQuest that will benefit students in the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing. The gift expands AI cybersecurity programming, establishes the new…
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.
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Published July 10Extreme heat: most of Florida will continue under a heat advisory & dusty conditions
Across Florida, numerous temperature records could be broken or tied on Friday and Saturday.
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.
Court documents: Father and son allegedly attack former friend in south Indianapolis bar parking lot
Warrants have been issued for the arrests of Deshawn Young and Deshawn Young II, who are facing charges of aggravated battery.