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Indy cybersecurity expert weighs in on CrowdStrike global outage
INDIANAPOLIS — A single Microsoft content update is responsible for a global tech outage impacting Hoosiers and businesses like gas stations hotels, banks, some grocery stores and more. Systems were down at many businesses — meaning they were only able to accept cash. As of late Friday afternoon,...
U.S. 30’s Future May Depend On Indiana’s Next Governor
Whoever the next governor of Indiana is, current Republican Gov. Eric Holcomb said it’s crucial that they get on board with the U.S. 30 freeway project. “I think it’s critically important that 30 comes to fruition, and it’s an immensely important corridor that speaks to not just the potential but the demand for growth in an area like this,” he said. “I mentioned how special this community is. The same can be said going across the northern part of our state. It’s beautiful, it’s safe, it’s high-quality of life, and businesses increasingly are wanting to grow where people want to live. And so, it’s really a win-win-win when we get done with all the due diligence on 30 and get busy finishing it.”
Marion County becomes majority non-white
(INDIANA CAPITAL CHRONICLE) — 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 200 Native Americans. […]
Indiana delegate from Lafayette says he's hopeful after Republican convention
MILWAUKEE — Waking up Friday morning after spending the week attending the Republican National Convention, Chad Chism said the tune of "Back Home Again in Indiana" was playing in his head as he packed up his hotel room. Chism, an alternate delegate for Indiana's Congressional District 4, said after...
Ex-teacher sentenced to 1,090 days, but he'll likely be in jail only 188 days
LAFAYETTE, Ind. ― Former Southwestern Middle School teacher Peter Anders served most of his 1,090-day sentence on in-home detention while getting to enjoy his house, his family and his safety. That ended Friday. With credit for good behavior on pretrial in-home, he'll have 376 days to remaining to serve of the sentenced handed down...
42 Days Until Purdue Football: Cooper Kitchel
Hometown hero Cooper Kitchel a walk-on freshman out of West Lafayette High School will hold down #42 for the Boilermakers this season. A member of the hyper athletic Kitchel clan, Cooper joins his father Kelly Kitchel (football), his uncle Jon Kitchel (basketball)l, and his grandfather Bob Kitchel (basketball) in the family tradition of playing for Purdue.
Local restaurant Che Chori to appear on ‘Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives’
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Che Chori, a vibrant Argentinean street food restaurant on the west side, announced on Instagram it is set to make its national television debut on Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.” The episode, featuring host Guy Fieri, will air on Friday, August 2, at 9 p.m. ET/PT. Che Chori, known for its […]
“I’ve seen him knock out three dudes at one time, knock out a seven-footer” – Jeff Teague on how lethal James Johnson is
Jeff Teague talks about how dangerous James Johnson is, having seen the power forward take on and knock out numerous opponents at one time.
Multiple shot, 2 seriously injured during fight in Anderson
ANDERSON, Ind. – Police are investigating after several people were injured in a shooting during a large gathering in Anderson. According to the Anderson Police Department, just after midnight, officers responded to the 2200 block of Arrow Avenue on the report of a large gathering. As officers responded, they...
Riley Herbst may have earned Cup Series deal with winning pass at Indianapolis
If there was ever a play in sports that defined the next chapter of an athlete's career, it would be Riley Herbst's race-winning pass on Aric Almirola to secure the win at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The 25-year-old driver passed Almirola on the race's final lap, making the winning move just two corners before he would fly under the checkered flag for his second career NASCAR Xfinity Series victory. With talk circulating around the garage area that Herbst is being considered to pilot a third Cup Series car for 23XI Racing, Saturday's race-winning pass might not have just been big for Herbst's season,...
IU went full staff for 2025 5-star Nate Ament on Friday night — watch his highlights
In a battle of heavyweights, Indiana is making it clear how much they want class of 2025 5-star forward Nate Ament. The full IU coaching staff — head coach Mike Woodson and assistants Kenya Hunter, Yasir Rosemond and Brian Walsh — convened in Marietta, Ga. to watch the 6-foot-9 combo forward.
'We have to take over.’ Cease Fire Indy founder Ron Gee's children continue his legacy
INDIANAPOLIS — To the rest of the city, he was a legend. A community staple whose life left an impact on the people he helped and whose legacy created waves of change against gun violence in Indianapolis. But to them, he was dad. Ronald Gilmore Frieson, Sr., known famously as Ron Gee, would...
Australian Racer Rules Bloomington Sprint
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Australian sprint car racer Todd Moule started outside the front row and won Friday night’s Maverick Sprint Car Series main event at Bloomington Speedway. Moule took the checkered flag ahead of polesitter Joe B. Miller to win the 30-lap event on the quarter-mile race track.
Bloomington Holiday Market accepting vendor applications from local, regional artists
BLOOMINGTON- The City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation invites local and regional artists to submit an application for consideration for vending space at the annual Holiday Market on Nov. 30 at 401 N. Morton St. in Bloomington, next to City Hall. Artists may apply online to participate in the Holiday...
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