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Customers rally around hot dog cart put at risk
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Garcia’s Hot Dogs has been a staple of an east side community for 14 years, but a recent discussion with the Marion County Health Department about limits on food carts has the business at risk. Located at 16th and Emerson streets, the hot dog stand had a long line for the entire […]
ESPN unsurprisingly disrespects Pacers once again with latest prediction
Now that we are in the middle of the NBA offseason, it is a good time to do a wide check-in on every player and team in the league. Additionally, this is as good a time as any to start looking towards the future to predict what will happen next season. Apparently, ESPN agrees as they are rolling out their expert polls to predict top teams, award winners, etc. during the 2024-25 NBA season.
Six Sigma Racial Equity Institute announces yellow belt training program
The Six Sigma Racial Equity Institute invites individuals and organizations to participate in their upcoming Yellow Belt Training session, themed “Six Sigma Yellow Belt: Mobilize, Energize and Vote,” which will take place from September 18 – 20, 2024. This unique Six Sigma Yellow Belt training will teach...
‘I’m reeling from it’: Man loses leg, another person injured after Sunday hit-and-run crash
INDIANAPOLIS — IMPD is working to find the person responsible for a hit-and-run crash early Sunday morning that critically injured two people, one of whom is now learning how to live without a leg. Those who live nearby said N. High School Road is in need of safety measures before more people get hurt. It […]
Jury convicts Indianapolis man for 2022 deadly road rage shooting on I-70
INDIANAPOLIS — A jury convicted an Indianapolis man Wednesday night for a 2022 road rage shooting on Interstate 70 on the east side of Indianapolis. Dion Kimbrough was found guilty of murder and unlawful possession of a firearm by a serious violent felon after a three-day jury trial. The...
Olympic silver medalist Rajeev Ram gets tour of Indianapolis Motor Speedway
SPEEDWAY, Ind. — Rajeev Ram is used to the world watching as he earns a place on the Olympic podium, but being in the audience when his hometown's speedway is in the global spotlight on race day is something he's never been able to do. "That race is always...
Mom wants school to keep daughter safe after beaten up at school
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — An eighth grade girl on Friday was beaten at school by another student. Her mom claims the Indianapolis Public Schools facility is not doing enough to keep her daughter safe. Brittney Laymon’s daughter Mariah was beaten up at Thomas Carr Howe Middle School. Laymon gave I-Team 8 a copy of a video […]
Adult day attendees report losing transportation services under Medicaid transition
INDIANAPOLIS (INDIANA CAPITAL CHRONICLE) — Vicki Stanford loves the days when she gets to attend Still Waters Adult Day Center. At the Indianapolis facility, the 81-year-old paints, attends tea parties and presses flowers but, more importantly, she gets to socialize with “people just like me.” “There’s so many friendly people and it’s better than sitting […]
A CELEBRATION OF LIFE TO BE HELD FOR ROGER RICHARDS AT NHRA U.S. NATIONALS
There will now be two celebrations of life for Roger Richards, the beloved Director of Photography for CompetitionPlus.com. In addition to the one on September 22 in Richards' hometown of Greer, SC, another will be held on Friday, August 30, during the 70th annual NHRA U.S. Nationals in Indianapolis. Thanks...
Delays Hit Another Indianapolis DPW Bridge Project
INDIANAPOLIS– Construction of the West Washington Street bridge over Little Eagle Creek has been going on for five months. While the $2.5-million construction was projected to end in late September, Indianapolis Department of Public Works crews recently found that the bridge was less structurally sound than engineers initially believed. Now, officials say, the additional work needed will cause construction to last well into summer 2025.
New Indiana law designed to reduce chronic absenteeism could lead to more parent prosecutions
Sign up for Chalkbeat Indiana’s free daily newsletter to keep up with Indianapolis Public Schools, Marion County’s township districts, and statewide education news.This story was written by journalists at the Arnolt Center for Investigative Journalism at Indiana University in partnership with Chalkbeat Indiana.After the death of her parents, an Indianapolis student’s attendance began to lapse — her guardians were busy, and school became a lower priority.Monarca Academy administrators talked to her guardians, and they promised she’d make it to school. But absences continued to stack up and Francisco Valdiosera, executive director of Monarca Academy, referred the case to the Department...
SHarper Surgery, Spa & Salt Lounge Expands Space and Services
The team members at SHarper Surgery, Spa & Salt Lounge recently celebrated the expansion of their luxury day spa in Avon, and will soon have reason to celebrate again. They doubled the size of the former space and began providing services such as nails, lashes, and massages to their already thriving Avon location.
Lawrence council discusses budget deficit
The City of Lawrence’s budget deficit is not in the millions, but there still will need to be some new appropriations, according to City Controller Humphrey Nagila. Nagila spoke to the Lawrence Common Council Aug. 21, and while he had some updates about the budget, he said a full presentation will have to wait until the council’s first meeting in September.
Center Grove Boys Tennis Team Poised for Another Strong Showing
Fueled by their past experiences, the 2024 Center Grove (CG) boys tennis team is determined to make another deep run in the state tournament. Despite losing to state champ North Central 2-3 two seasons ago in the final four, and Columbus North 2-3 in the semi-state last season, the Trojans are optimistic for another strong showing in this year’s state tournament. CG’s third-year head coach, David Beasley, is confident that they can build on these postseason tournament successes.
Greenwood Christian Joins Indiana Crossroads Conference in 2025
Greenwood Christian Academy will join the Indiana Crossroads Conference (ICC) in July 2025, amid significant conference realignment in Johnson County. This new alignment includes seven small private schools, such as Cardinal Ritter and Covenant Christian. The move comes as Beech Grove, Monrovia, and others leave for the newly formed Hoosier Legends Conference. GCA's entry into the ICC places its football program in a competitive environment, especially with teams like Indy Lutheran, recent state champions. Athletic director Shon Cottle acknowledges the challenges ahead but sees the overall competitive field as beneficial for the program.
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