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Muncie police chase leads to fatal crash; Suspect arrested
MUNCIE, Ind. (WISH) — The Madison County Prosecutor’s Office filed charges against a woman who led police and deputies on a chase in Muncie that resulted in death and the loss of a fetus. According to the Madison County Prosecutor’s Office, 40-year-old Olivia LaRue faces a litany of charges: – Resisting Law Enforcement Resulting in […]
'We give horses wings' | Transporting 1,200-pound animals for Paris Olympics events takes months of planning
INDIANAPOLIS — More than 10,000 athletes from all over the world will compete in the 2024 Olympics in Paris this summer. Those athletes include horses in the equestrian events. For Team USA, the logistics of transporting multiple 1,200-pound animals overseas is incredible. Majestic. Powerful. Beautiful. Those are some of...
CarmelFest Parade goes on despite the rain
CARMEL, Ind. — The Fourth of July had a very rainy start, but that could not stop the annual CarmelFest parade from happening in the heart of the city. “It’s tradition and you’ve got to support Carmel and the parade,” said Jennifer Skinner from Carmel. “It’s fun!” Dalia Wasila from Carmel said. “[We are making] […]
Henry Breeding Farm hosts inaugural ‘FarmJam’
EDINBURGH, Ind. – The Bartholomew County Historical Society presents “FarmJam 2024” on Saturday, Jul 13, from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Historic Henry Breeding Farm, 13730 N. County Road 100W, in Edinburgh. Gates open at 5:30. Admission is $15 per car, in advance, and tickets are...
Girls wrestling likely coming to Western
The Western School Board will vote to add girls wrestling as a high school sport at its July 16 meeting. That's according to an FAQ document posted on Western School Corporation's website. The IHSAA will sanction girls wrestling for the first time in the 2024-25 school year. It was considered an emerging sport by the IHSAA in the 2023-24 school year. A Facebook post circulated this week accusing Western of not recognizing the community's wishes for a girls wrestling team. The board meeting is set for 6 p.m. on July 16 in the administration building, 2600 S. 600 West, Russiaville....
New non-conference matchup reportedly added to Indiana basketball schedule
Dec. 3 – Sam Houston State. While a data has yet to be confirmed, Indiana will also reportedly host Chattanooga. UNC-Greensboro finished last season at 21-11 overall and 12-6 in the Southern Conference. They played three high-major teams last season, going 1-2. They beat Arkansas on the road, lost to Vanderbilt on the road by four and then were blown out by Texas on the road.
Great-granddaughter of Monroe County Fair Queen crowned princess 77 years later
Generations of Josie Jones’ family cheered as she was crowned 2024 Monroe County Fair Princess. There in the audience, and never prouder, sat Ruby Glodyne Anderson. The next thing she knew, 93-year-old Anderson was being escorted up on stage to stand under the lights with her 15-year-old great-granddaughter. Anderson...
Discounted rates for ride-sharing apps offered for Fourth of July weekend in Indy
INDIANAPOLIS — To encourage a safe Fourth of July holiday in the Circle City, Hoosiers are being offered discounted rates for some of the most popular ride-sharing apps. The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) has teamed up with Uber and Lyft to offer $10 off rides from July 4-7.
Former Wisconsin volleyball legend set to play professionally in Indianapolis
Former Wisconsin volleyball standout Sydney Hilley will play professional volleyball for Indy Ignite Pro in 2025. A few days before former Northwestern and Wisconsin volleyball outside hitter Temi Thomas-Ailara joined LOVB Madison’s squad, Hilley committed to join Indianapolis, Indiana’s latest professional squad. The Ignite will kick-start its inaugural...
Cruise-in Brings the Return of Dirty Laundry to Hope Town Square Friday
The Hope Town Square will be rockin' with hot rods and rock and roll as First Friday’s Cruise-in to Hope returns at 5 p.m. Friday rain or shine. Dirty Laundry will perform with all proceeds going to breast cancer awareness, says Jason Eckart, Hope Town Manager.
2024 Stars and Stripes Celebration Information
LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WLFI) — The 2024 Stars and Stripes celebration kicks off at 5 p.m. on July 4th at Riehle Plaza in downtown Lafayette. According to a news release from the city, the celebration is still on for tonight and weather should not impact the event. Here is the...
IMPD finds missing 15-year-old girl
Update: Around 2 p.m. Thursday IMPD said they found missing teenager, Laila Brown, and she is safe. INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department is asking for the public’s help to locate a missing 15-year-old girl who may be in extreme danger. Laila Brown was last seen Wednesday in the 2000 block of North […]
Edinburgh Firecracker Festival, fireworks is tonight
EDINBURGH, Ind. – Edinburgh Parks and Recreation and the Town of Edinburgh present the annual Edinburgh Firecracker Festival this evening, Thursday, July 4, on Keeley Street between Edinburgh Community High School and Holy Trinity Church. The Independence Day party features, food trucks, live music, a beer garden, magic shows,...
$7 burgers: Indianapolis Burger Week returns with new operator
Indianapolis Burger Week, with local restaurants and food trucks selling $7 gourmet burgers, returns this month. The July 22-28 promotion allows diners to choose from an array of gourmet burgers at local restaurants for a deeply discounted price. 2024 Indianapolis Burger Week restaurants. Participating restaurants so far include:. Agave and...
Supreme Court ruling allows cities to ban sleeping outdoors
The Supreme Court ruled to uphold an Oregon city’s ban on sleeping outdoors earlier this week. The decision says cities can enforce criminal punishments on people for sleeping outside – even when there isn’t available shelter space. To some, the ruling wasn’t necessarily surprising. “I didn't...
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