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$110 million in state grants to improve local 9-1-1 systems
ALBANY — Oneida County will receive $2.1 million from two state grants to help improve public safety communications and dispatching, according to Governor Kathy Hochul.
What happened to Mr. Bendo? Photo raises concerns about future of west Indianapolis landmark
The 18-foot statue was heavily damaged in a hit-and-run crash in March.
Kelsey Mitchell scores 29 points, Fever hold on to beat Mercury 92-89
Phoenix went up by 10 points in the third quarter, but Indiana went on a 13-0 run to go up 62-59 before the teams traded runs in the fourth.
SOTD 7/10/26: Who Knows by Daniel Ceasar
The WMNF Song of the Day for July 10, 2026 is “Who Knows” by Daniel Ceasar. Daniel Caesar operates in that rare space where smooth R&B meets deep spiritual introspection. His very name (a blend of the grand Roman dictator Julius Caesar and the biblical prophet Daniel) sets the…
'I was devastated' | Local baker shut out as convention center changes vendors for Indiana Black Expo's Summer Celebration
Desmaine Berry had a very successful year selling her baked goods last year, but outside vendors aren't allowed to sell in the Indiana Convention Center this year.
Faith and politics intersect in message from U.S. senator and pastor as Summer Celebration kicks off
From the altar at Grace Apostolic Church Thursday night, Warnock wore two hats interchangeably during his remarks at the start of IBE's annual event.
'They'll be replenished 100%' | Braun says state will make up for lost funds during gas tax holiday
The gas sales and excise tax suspension has created a combined loss of $533 million for state and local government budgets to fix Indiana's roads.
IMPD investigating fatal shooting southeast of downtown
A person died from apparent gunshot wounds in southeast Indianapolis Thursday night, police said.
1 dead in near south Indianapolis shooting
The shooting happened around 10:30 p.m. Thursday on Harlow Lane.
Man dead following shooting on the near south side of Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS — One man is dead following a shooting and crashing a car into an electrical box on Indy's near south side Thursday night. According to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, officers were called to the 1000 block of Henslow Lane on reports of a person…
Israel shares intelligence with US on Iranian plot to assassinate Trump
Israel has shared intelligence with the U.S. that Iran had devised a new plan to assassinate President Donald Trump, according to CNN sources. The warning was new and concerned a specific plot, although the details of the plot were not immediately clear.
Mexico to seek charges in deaths of 17 Mexicans in U.S. immigration custody
Mexico has requested criminal charges over 17 Mexicans who died in ICE custody or during immigration enforcement operations by the Trump administration, further escalating tensions between the two countries.