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Marion County becomes majority non-white
Marion County, Indiana’s most populous county, became majority non-white between 2020 and 2023, according to recently released U.S. Census Bureau data. The consolidated city-county recorded a net loss of about 8,000 residents over that period. It gained about 7,000 Black, 5,000 Hispanic and 3,900 Asian residents but lost nearly...
NB I-65 reopens at North Split after overturned semi leads to long closure
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — All lanes of northbound I-65 were back open by 2 p.m. Wednesday after an overturned semitruck forced police to shut down traffic for more than seven hours. Police closed the interstate and the Pine Street exit ramp after the accident, which happened sometime after 4 a.m. just south of the Meridian/Pennsylvania Street […]
Rise Indy’s Freedom Readers
With kids out of school for the summer, many are using the extra time to read.But for many, 73% of Marion County students in fact, currently struggle with reading.Now, Rise Indy, has created Freedom Readers, a program to help families facing this challenge. Click here to learn more.
Support Marion County teachers and Teachers’ Treasures at White River State Park
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Don’t miss your chance to show support for Marion County teachers and Teachers’ Treasures this weekend during the White River Back to School Festival. The annual fundraiser is Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at White River State Park. Expect fun for the whole family and will feature giant lawn games, […]
Town of Speedway allows alcohol outdoors in downtown district
SPEEDWAY, Ind. (WISH) — The Marion County town of Speedway’s new Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area will allow people to carry alcohol outdoors in a specific district, just in time for big crowds coming to weekend motorsports races. People 21 and old can purchase alcoholic beverages from approved establishments and enjoy them within designated Designated Outdoor […]
Proposed Ordinance Would Require Owners Of Unfixed Dogs To Register With City
INDIANAPOLIS — City leaders in Indianapolis want to crack down on irresponsible backyard dog breeding. An ordinance was proposed at Monday night’s meeting of the City-County Council’s Metropolitan and Economic Development Committee which would require dog owners within Marion County to register their dog with the city if that dog is not spayed or neutered. […] The post Proposed Ordinance Would Require Owners Of Unfixed Dogs To Register With City appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Stay cool, stay safe: Central Indiana could experience a heat index of 105 or more today
The National Weather Service in Indianapolis shared that there is a moderate to major heat risk today with unseasonably hot and humid conditions expected. "High temperatures in the lower and middle 90s and dew point temperatures in the 70s will produce heat index values as high as 105 degrees or slightly higher,"...
Committee advances proposal to create unaltered dog registry
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Indianapolis Metropolitan and Economic Development Committee on Monday night recommended passage of an ordinance creating a database for owners of dogs that aren’t spayed or neutered. If passed, anyone who owns an unaltered dog older than 6 months will need to register the animal. Owners also will have to provide the […]
'Zombie drug' an 'emerging threat' for Indiana
INDIANAPOLIS — A tranquilizer known as the “zombie drug” is increasingly being used in the Hoosier State in tandem with fentanyl, the deadly opioid driving the American overdose crisis. According to drug laboratory Millennium Health, 21% of patients in Indiana whose urine samples contained fentanyl also tested positive for xylazine in the...
This Indiana educator created a literary journal for Indiana teens. Here’s why.
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.Once Ben Boruff decided to try teaching, he never looked back.Now, he’s been teaching for 11 years, five of those at Munster High School in northwest Indiana.An English and creative writing teacher who works mostly with juniors and seniors, Boruff also is the sponsor of multiple student clubs, including one focused on poetry and another on Dungeons & Dragons.Every time a student asks him to help with a club, Boruff sees it as an honor. Plus, it gives...
Indy courts fill with teens turning to Glock switches to settle disputes
INDIANAPOLIS — They’re the size of a bottle cap and cheaper than a coffee maker to make. But these devices, commonly called Glock switches, carry a deadly purpose and continue to exacerbate scenes of Indianapolis violence. In the past year, their presence on the streets has skyrocketed. ...
Marion County’s chief medical boss calls for gun safety and training
INDIANAPOLIS — Marion County Public Health Director and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Virginia Caine told FOX59 and CBS4 she’s not interested in arguing the second amendment or permitless carry when it comes to firearms in Indiana. ”I want to get away from the political aspects of guns,” Caine said. “This is about saving the lives […]
Austin McCarl Out Drags Madsen to the Line in Crazy Finish at Knoxville!
KNOXVILLE, Iowa (July 13, 2024) – Austin McCarl won another incredible feature event Saturday with the 988 Lifeline 410’s at Knoxville Raceway on Van Wall Night at the Marion County Fair! After passing his brother Carson, he outdueled Kerry Madsen to the checkers to win his eighth career 410 feature here and $6,000 as well as a half beef aboard the Country Builders Construction #88. Aaron Reutzel was dominant in the 360 main event, leading all 18 laps and scoring his fifth win of the season, and the fourteenth in his career in that class, as well as a half a hog. Ryan Navratil became the tenth first-time feature winner at the Knoxville Raceway in 2024, when he made a late race pass in the Pro Sprint main to earn $800 and a quarter-hog.
Man sentenced to 55 years for attempted murder, aggravated battery
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A man was sentenced to 55 years for attempted murder and aggravated battery for a shooting in 2022, according to the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office in a news release. The Marion County Prosecutor’s Office announced on Friday that Bernard McGuire has been sentenced to 55 years for his role in a shooting that occurred in […]
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