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Health Spotlight | Zapping away high blood pressure
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — It’s called a silent killer. Nearly half of all adults in the US have it and many don’t even know it. We’re talking about high blood pressure. Most of the time, there are few, if any, symptoms. For some, lifestyle changes like exercising, eating right and not smoking can help. Medications are also […]
Real-Time Crime Center Helps Track Down Indianapolis Murder Suspect
Indianapolis, IN – Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) officers made a swift arrest in a homicide case on Wednesday, thanks to teamwork and advanced technology. At 8:52 p.m., Northwest District officers responded to a disturbance in the 2600 block of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St. Upon arrival, officers discovered an adult male suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to a hospital in critical condition but was later pronounced dead.
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...
Early Morning Burglary Foiled by Indianapolis Police, Using Drone and K-9
Indianapolis, IN – A late-night burglary on North College Avenue ended in an arrest early Monday after quick action by Indianapolis police. Officers responded to a business alarm at around 3 a.m. and spotted a man walking away from the scene, carrying what appeared to be a cash drawer.
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.
Local News Headlines: August 22, 2024
Hoosier Delegates to the Democrat National Convention experienced a less than appetizing breakfast yesterday morning. Indiana Delegates have been staying at the Fairmont Chicago Hotel where someone allegedly placed crickets into their breakfast buffet. One person was treated and released by medics at the scene but there were no reports of anyone getting sick. It has been reported that a group of unknown women were spotted placing unknown objects at tables, but it I unknown whether or not it has any relation to the insects. The incident is now under investigation by the FBI.
Ragweed season has kicked off in Indiana
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Ragweed season is an annual challenge for many Hoosiers, with pollen levels typically starting to rise in late August. As the season progresses, pollen counts usually peak by mid to late September, and the first frost, which often occurs in October, signals the end of the season. However, the intensity and duration […]
Colts to launch year two of Girls High School Flag Football League
The Colts created the league in 2023 with eight high school teams from Indianapolis and South Bend, Ind. This year, it will expand to 27 teams with five divisions across the state. The teams will compete in a three-week regular season, beginning with the Indy 1 Division on Aug. 24. All other divisions will begin play on Sept. 7.
Pickleball country club? It's open in Carmel (of course). Chef-led restaurant, bar next
CARMEL -- An elite pickleball country club complete with a pro shop, eight indoor courts, posh locker rooms, an on-staff professional and a 90-seat upscale restaurant and bar has opened in Carmel, joining a burgeoning nationwide trend that takes the sport beyond casual, outdoor pickup courts. Pickle on Penn, a 23,500-square-foot facility opened...
Wayne Township Fire Department merger canceled
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Wayne Township Fire Department will not merge with the Indianapolis Fire Department. The merger was scheduled to take effect by Jan. 1. It’s now on hold after the city government and Wayne Township officials took a deep dive into the finances, operations, and the tax structure that support fire protection. The […]
These 22 games will be on The Zone this week
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — High school football is finally here. WISH-TV will be covering 22 games on the first week of the season for “The Zone.” To get prepared for the kickoff to the season, watch The Zone Kickoff Show. The Zone will air at 11:08 p.m. on Friday. Cathedral @ Ben Davis Ben Davis is […]
Community storytellers keep neighbors in focus
Indy Documenters are your neighbors! We focus on equipping people to access and produce the information they need, and working together to hold our government decision makers accountable. Interested in becoming an Indy Documenter? Sign up here. Sign up. Earlier this month, the Indianapolis Public Library hosted a workshop to...
Chreece Hip-Hop Festival to take over Fountain Square
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The lineup is set and the music is ready for the seventh edition of the Chreece Hip-Hop Festival on Saturday. The festival will host performances and events at seven venues in Fountain Square. The Chreece festival will also shut down the streets of the neighborhood for the first time for the 2024 […]
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