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Anderson police identify 7 Injured in shooting at large gathering
ANDERSON, Ind. (WISH) — Anderson police have identified the seven people who were injured in a shooting following a disturbance at a large gathering early Sunday morning. According to a statement from the Anderson Police Department, the shooting occurred shortly after midnight on Sunday following an altercation that had broken out. Officers were dispatched to […]
New Direction Church Backpack Giveaway (Gallery)
New Direction Church successfully hosted an unforgettable back-to-school block party! Pastor Ken Sullivan graciously shared insights into this special event. Families enjoyed a range of free offerings, including delicious food, backpacks filled with school supplies, uniforms, sneakers, and shoes—everything needed to prepare for the school year ahead. Additionally, Kuts 4 Kids provided free haircuts, and dental screenings ensured that students started the year healthy and confident.
NASCAR’s restart rules questioned after Larson takes advantage of unusual Brickyard 400 finish
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Ryan Blaney thought he was perfectly positioned to win the Brickyard 400 on Sunday. He drove down Indianapolis Motor Speedway’s front straightaway leading the outside lane of cars to the second-to-last restart, fully expecting to inherit the lead when race leader Brad Keselowski ran out of fuel.
Westfield challenges Duke Energy proposal that would raise electricity rates for consumers
By 2026, some Hamilton County residents could be paying $42 more per month for electricity, according to the City of Westfield. That’s if state regulators allow a proposed rate increase from Duke Energy Indiana. The rate hike would bring in an additional $492 million in annual revenue, according to the company. ...
IU basketball recruiting: 2025 in-state guard Braylon Mullins cuts list to 10
Braylon Mullins’ list of suitors just kept growing all spring and summer. On Monday he started the process of narrowing things back down. Reported through multiple national outlets, Mullins has cut his list down to 10 possible destinations. The 10 schools Mullins will consider going forward are Alabama, Duke,...
Central Indiana on Alert for Scattered Thunderstorms, Potential Localized Flooding
Residents across central Indiana are bracing for a mix of summer weather, as meteorologists predict isolated to scattered thunderstorms in the region today and extending into the evening. As detailed in an early morning update from the National Weather Service in Indianapolis, the main concerns with today's weather are expected to be lightning and brief downpours, capable of delivering heavy rainfall in short periods of time.
Gov. Holcomb breaks ground on first READI 2.0 project
Governor Eric J. Holcomb joined local and regional officials in Kokomo today to break ground on the first quality of place project supported by the recent expansion of the Indiana Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI 2.0), which increases the state’s overall program commitment to $1 billion, marking an unprecedented state-led investment in cultivating vibrant communities that attract and retain top talent. In Kokomo, READI 2.0 funding will facilitate the expansion of University Park at Indiana University Kokomo, adding critical student housing and amenities to retain and attract top talent and support significant job creation plans in the region’s growing electric vehicle (EV) industry.
IUPD hires new deputy superintendent and chief law enforcement officer
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — The Indiana University Police Department has hired a new deputy superintendent and chief law enforcement officer. According to a press release, Anthony Williams will be the first person to fill the newly-created role. He will lead the law enforcement operations at all nine of Indiana University’s campuses in the Hoosier State. Per […]
Indianapolis Monthly debuts new foodie event: Global Eats
Indianapolis Monthly magazine is starting a new food event called Global Eats on July 29 at West Fork Whiskey in Westfield. This exciting event will show off foods from around the world, with many local Indianapolis restaurants taking part, including the well-known Pinoy Garden Café from Bloomington. Chris Manansala of Pinoy Garden Café and Andrea […]
IU football: 3 questions for Curt Cignetti ahead of 2024 Big Ten Media Days
BLOOMINGTON — Indiana football coach Curt Cignetti will make his Big Ten Media Days debut this week. Cignetti will take the stage at Lucas Oil Stadium on Thursday alongside linebacker Aiden Fisher, running back Justice Ellison and offensive lineman Mike Katic. It will be the first time the former JMU coach speaks to reporters since an NIL-related event in June.
Easterseals Crossroads: Empowering people during Disability Pride Month
For nearly 90 years, Easterseals Crossroads, one of 68 Easterseals affiliates, has dedicated itself to improving the lives of individuals with disabilities. Serving Central Indiana, Easterseals Crossroads offers a wide range of services designed to promote greater independence for children, adults, and families. Easterseals Crossroads is not just focused on providing services; it is also […]
Basketball recruiting: Greenfield-Central star Braylon Mullins down to 10 schools
Braylon Mullins is down to 10 schools. The Greenfield-Central star, whose stock has soared this spring and summer, has Indiana and Purdue among the finalists, along with national bluebloods like two-time defending national champion UConn, Duke, Kansas, Kentucky and North Carolina. Alabama, a Final Four team last season, Tennessee and Michigan are also in Mullins’ top 10.
Damien Center hosts art workshops to create mosaic for new building
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — People can help create a new piece of art for the Damien Center this week. The center is hosting eight workshops starting Monday. Volunteers can help create a 1,700-square-foot ceramic and glass mosaic that will be permanently displayed at the Damien Center’s new headquarters building. The Damien Center is a care center for […]
2024 Countdown to IUFB Kickoff: 40 Days (Carter Imes)
Welcome, Hoosiers fans to the 2024 Hoosier Huddle Countdown! We countdown from 100 days to the beginning of the 2024 Indiana University football season on August 31st against Florida International University. Every day, we look at players on the current roster and highlight the players' roles in the upcoming season. Today we dive into freshman linebacker from Fishers, Indiana, Carter Imes.
Mass. Ave. Starbucks workers look forward to bargaining with company after unionizing
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Hourly workers at the Starbucks on Massachusetts Avenue voted to unionize on Wednesday, becoming the first store in Indianapolis to do so. The Mass. Ave. location is part of a group of 15 locations across the country that made moves to join Starbucks Workers United in July. According to the union’s website, it represents more than 470 stores across the country and over 10,500 employees.
Police: Muncie man arrested after stealing dance pole from adult novelty store
MUNCIE, Ind. — A Muncie man was arrested on a preliminary robbery charge after he allegedly stole a spinning dance pole from a store selling adult novelties. Charles Stephen Koons, 44, was also preliminarily charged with resisting law enforcement. He was being held in the Delaware County Jail under a bond of $22,500.
Indiana DNC Delegation votes unanimously for Harris endorsement
FARMERSBURG, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— The 88 delegates of Indiana voted to endorse Vice President Harris Monday over a zoom call. After announcing July 21 that President Biden was ending his bid for reelection, Biden endorsed his Vice President Kamala Harris. This left democrats unbound to a specific candidate after delegates had already pledged to support the […]
High school football is back! Top 5 Preseason Big Schools and Small Schools Power Rankings
LAFAYETTE — Kickoff to the 2024 football season starts Aug. 23 which means its time to begin the slow build towards another memorable season of Indiana high school sports. With just four weeks until the season, here's a ranking of the top five big and small school teams heading into Week 1. ...
IMPD: 4 arrested after series of robberies at Dollar Tree, Dairy Queen, gas stations
INDIANAPOLIS — Officers arrested four individuals on Thursday for their suspected role in a series of armed robberies. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department arrested the following males: According to IMPD, officers responded to a Dollar Tree at 3502 E Washington St on a report of an armed robbery. Officials learned that two males entered the […]
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