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Family believes Bloomington man found dead along rural Owen County road was murdered
OWEN COUNTY, Ind. — Detectives are continuing to investigate how a Bloomington man wound up dead along the side of a country road near the Owen-Monroe county line. The body of 23-year-old Malik Sims was found on Monday afternoon along Stephenson Road after someone driving by saw it and called 911. Currently, sheriff’s deputies are […]
FBI searches Indianapolis home where former congressional candidate lives
The FBI searched the Indianapolis home of a former congressional candidate Wednesday, though it's unclear why. The agency confirmed to IndyStar that it executed a search warrant at a near eastside house where public records show Gabriel Whitley lives — news first reported by IndyPolitics. There is no indication anyone was arrested. ...
Twin sisters charged with confining man in garage during domestic fight
LAFAYETTE, Ind. ― Rebecca Farrell's knife was mightier than Sharon Jarrett's pen. The 68-year-old twin sisters ― Farrell armed with a large knife, and Jarrett with a black pen ― confined Farrell's ex-boyfriend, a 40-year-old Lafayette man, inside Farrell's garage Monday evening, according to prosecutors who accuse Farrell of stabbing the man.
Benefit ride for severely burned veteran Jason McReynolds on July 27
A benefit ride is being organized by the CVMA 14-1A Detachment and assisted by the Mary T. Klinker Veteran Resource Center to support Combat Vet Jason McReynolds, who suffered severe burns rescuing his service dog from a fire. The ride will take place on July 27th, with proceeds going to...
New Castle man out on bail for child solicitation now arrested for child molestation
NEW CASTLE, Ind. — A New Castle man who was already out of jail after being charged with child solicitation has been arrested a second time – now for child molestation. Dalton L. Armstrong, 29, was arrested in late April after police found evidence that he sent nude photographs to a 14-year-old girl and requested […]
Rivalry renewed: Purdue women's basketball will host Notre Dame in 2024-25 season
WEST LAFAYETTE — Purdue women's basketball announced Tuesday it will host in-state rival Notre Dame at Mackey Arena on Sunday, Nov. 10 at a time to be determined later. The announcement marks the first time the Boilermakers will square off against the Fighting Irish on their home court since 2011.
Indy suburbs again top state ILEARN tests; Brownsburg tops charts for English and math
Indianapolis’s suburbs are once again among Indiana's highest test performers, ILEARN results released Wednesday show. Four of the nine suburban Indianapolis counties were in the top 15 school districts for both English and math proficiency: Brownsburg Community School Corporation, Carmel-Clay Schools, Zionsville Community Schools and Westfield-Washington Schools. ILEARN tests...
Free school supplies available at Hancock County Community Night
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — First responders and nonprofits in Hancock County are teaming up to give away school supplies ahead of the upcoming school year. It’s part of Wednesday night’s annual Hancock County Community Night at the county fairgrounds. Greg Duda, public information officer for the Hancock County 911 Center, says the supplies include backpacks, notebooks, […]
Lafayette Symphony Orchestra picks new leader, makes history as first African American in the role
The Lafayette Symphony Orchestra has selected a new conductor and artistic director after a two-year search. WFYI’s Abriana Herron spoke with Kellen Gray, who has a background as conductor, professional violinist and beekeeper. Gray will become the orchestra’s first African American conductor and the second Black artistic leader of a professional orchestra in Indiana.
Alabama Man Sentenced to 57 Months for Arson in Indiana, Family Home and Pets Lost in Deliberate Blaze
An Alabama man has been sentenced to nearly five years in federal prison after pleading guilty to arson for setting his father's house on fire in Connersville, Indiana, resulting in the death of the family's dog and cat. The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Indiana reported that 34-year-old Tommy Lee Harrison Sr. carried out the attack after traveling from his home in Birmingham, Alabama. Harrison will also face two years of supervised release following his 57-month incarceration.
Bloomington man followed woman in wooded area, arrested for attempted rape
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — A man was arrested for attempted rape after following a woman around in a wooded area of Bloomington. Manuel Lopez Lopez was charged with: The Bloomington Police Department was dispatched to the 1000 block of E. Hillside Dr. on a report of a caller hearing a female scream “get off me” and […]
Greenwood man ruins couple’s breakfast by arriving with baseball bat, court docs reveal
GREENWOOD, Ind. — A Greenwood man reportedly ruined a couple’s breakfast by arriving uninvited into their home with a baseball bat and starting a brawl. Justin B. Wheat, 42, is charged with battery with a deadly weapon, a Level 5 felony. He also faces Level 6 felony charges of residential entry, intimidation and battery. According […]
IMPD: 3 arrested for 3 different homicides in 1 day
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Indianapolis police arrested three people on Tuesday for their roles in three different homicides from the past three months. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department announced the arrests on Wednesday morning. IMPD Spokesperson Amanda Hibschman credits the community’s cooperation and officers’ investigation. “We need the communities to help solve these crimes and we […]
Addressing the compounding effects of chronic pain
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Chronic pain affects more than 20% of adults nationwide, which is higher than the rates of diabetes, depression, and high blood pressure, according to recent research. In response to the issue, IU Health is focusing on integrating nutrition into pain management strategies. Darien Harris, an ambulatory...
Get ready to move at Indy Dance Festival
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Indy Dance Festival is set to take place this weekend, promising a full schedule of inclusion, learning, and diverse dance styles. Ashley Lain, one of the performers at the festival, stopped by WISH-TV to chat with Daybreak Anchor Jeremy Jenkins about the upcoming event. “We’re going to have master classes available […]
Longtime Cup owner Rick Hendrick to drive pace car at Brickyard 400
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Rick Hendrick won’t have to out this weekend’s Brickyard 400 qualifying to see who will lead the Cup cars to the green flag Sunday. Indianapolis Motor Speedway officials announced Wednesday that the longtime NASCAR owner will drive the pace car for the 30th Brickyard race — and the first on the historic 2.5-mile oval since 2020.
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