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‘It takes a village’: Job fair helps formerly incarcerated people find work
Martin University hosted a job fair Thursday to help formerly incarcerated people find employment. The university partnered with the Indiana Department of Correction to provide more than 45 resource vendors to people reentering the workforce after incarceration. Job fair attendee James Walker was incarcerated last year and he has not...
Silver Alert for missing Henry County man canceled
Update 7/28/2024: The Silver Alert has been canceled, as Dixon has been found. For more information on the cancellation, please contact the Henry County Sheriff’s Department. They can be reached at (765) 529-4901. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Original story: STRAUGHN, Ind. – A Silver Alert was declared by Indiana State Police on Sunday morning for a man missing […]
2 suspects in custody after shooting that left IMPD officer injured
INDIANAPOLIS — Two men, one of them a recent prison parolee, are in custody for investigation into their possible roles in the shooting of an IMPD officer on the city’s northeast side Friday night. The officer, an 8-year veteran, was wounded in the abdomen and the arm and is expected to make a full recovery […]
American Idol Alum set to sing in Indy July 27th
Singer-songwriter Cody Fry is set to perform with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra (ISO) at Kroger Symphony on the Prairie. The concert will take place on Saturday, July 27, at 8 p.m., replacing “She’s Got Soul” with Capathia Jenkins, which will still be performed on Friday, July 26. Principal Pops Conductor Jack Everly will conduct both […]
New Fountain Square gaming store goes 24/7, just in time for Gen Con
INDIANAPOLIS (MIRROR INDY) — During the COVID-19 pandemic, John Rantanen found himself at a crossroad. After a little more than a decade as a chef — at Indy’s Ram and HopCat — he was over the industry. With his childhood friend, Scott Wooldridge, the two self-professed nerds decided to open Elf ’N Moon, a shop dedicated […]
Video Of QB Anthony Richardson Leaks From Colts Camp And Fans Are Very Concerned
As the Indianapolis Colts reported for training camp, fans got their first look at quarterback Anthony Richardson, who is returning after an injury ended his rookie campaign in 2023. Richardson is coming off shoulder surgery to his throwing arm and has experienced soreness recently. There may be cause for concern...
Central Indiana Weather Alert: Daily Thunderstorms Predicted Throughout the Week
Indianapolis, IN – Central Indiana is set to experience a week filled with daily showers and thunderstorms, with at least a low threat for severe storms on multiple days. According to the US National Weather Service in Indianapolis, while not every day will result in a washout, considerable uncertainty remains regarding the exact timing and coverage of the storms.
Unsettled weather pattern brings daily storm chances to central Indiana
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Heavy rain will be possible at times over the next several days. This morning: Dry conditions are here early for your Sunday morning. We’re watching rain start to slowly move in from Illinois. Sunday: We should start off dry here this morning, but we will look for scattered showers and thunderstorms to […]
Motorcyclists killed in hit-and-run on Indy’s west side
INDIANAPOLIS — Police are investigating after a man and woman were killed in a hit-and run crash Sunday morning. According to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, just after 1 a.m., officers responded to the crash in the 3500 block of Lafayette Road on Indy’s west side. Police said a man and woman were traveling on […]
Carmel's Aaron Shackell competes in 400-meter freestyle, reflects on first Olympic final
NANTERRE, France – Carmel, which went until three years ago without a U.S. Olympic swimmer, has now produced a finalist in the men's 400-meter freestyle in successive Olympic Games. Aaron Shackell, seeded 14th, was sixth in the heats and eighth in the final Saturday night at the Paris Olympics. Carmel’s Jake Mitchell was eighth at Tokyo in 2021. He and Shackell both set national high school records, too. ...
Muinzer acquires 2 student housing communities on Grant and South streets
Muinzer, a leading real estate investment firm specializing in student housing, announced its acquisition of Grant Street Station and South Street Station today. The properties, which total 362 beds, are 99% pre-leased for the August 2024 school year, according to a Muinzer press release. This purchase brings the company's total...
The Veterans Memorial Museum of Terre Haute carries on Sgt. Major John Plasse's legacy serving his country
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTHI) - The Veterans Memorial Museum of Terre Haute carries Vigo County Sheriff John Plasse's legacy. The owner, Brian Mundell, says Plasse was a big museum supporter since day one. Plasse's Army uniform and picture have been on display for quite a while now. He retired from...
Athlete Spotlight: Daryn Wright - Listen To The Olympics On iHeartRadio
If you are wondering how to listen to the Olympics, iHeartRadio has you covered. iHeartRadio is the exclusive audio home of NBC's coverage of the 2024 Paris Olympics, so it is the only place to listen to the Olympics stream. The free iHeart app is where to go to listen to exclusive play-by-play action of Team USA. To celebrate, we are spotlighting some of the country's athletes that are vying for gold.
Doctors, public officials at odds over role of Tippecanoe County health officer
LAFAYETTE, Ind. ― Recently resigned Tippecanoe County Health Officer Dr. Greg Loomis' vision for the job is vastly different than the job description and the vision of the current county office holders. This clash in vision and personalities ultimately led to Loomis submitting his second ― and final ― resignation to the county commissioners on July 17. ...
NBA champion calls Pacers guard "one of my favorite players in the NBA"
Just a couple of months ago, the Indiana Pacers found themselves in a pleasantly surprising situation. After overcoming a 2-0 series deficit as the No. 6 seed against the New York Knicks in the second round of the 2024 NBA Playoffs, the Pacers made their first Eastern Conference Finals appearance since 2014.
Health Spotlight | Gum disease symptoms you should look out for
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Periodontal disease is a common and a growing issue. About 40% of adults ages 30 and over have some form of it. That number increases to 70% for people over age 65. Here are some of the symptoms to look for and why it’s so important to catch it early. Periodontal disease […]
“We belong:” Black Pride is back in Indy
For the first time since 2019, Black Pride will return to Indianapolis. From 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., Aug. 3 at Monument Circle (south end), the LGBTQ+ community and supporters are invited to join the BLQ+ Pride Fest. The event is free, but donations are welcome. Hosted by Indiana Pride...
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