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Love Across Party Lines?

Love Across Party Lines?

Picture this: You're getting ready for a first date.

Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders Hobbled by Technical Issues

Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders Hobbled by Technical Issues

A game controller for the Nintendo Switch 2 is demonstrated during a media event, in New York, Wednesday, April 2, 2025.

Indy Film Fest Returns with Global Lineup of Nearly 100 Independent Films

Indy Film Fest Returns with Global Lineup of Nearly 100 Independent Films

The 22nd Indy Film Fest returns to Indianapolis today, celebrating independent films from around the world.

Behind the Scenes of Peep Production

Behind the Scenes of Peep Production

Love them or hate them, those marshmallow Peeps that come in blindingly bright colors and an array of flavors are inescapable around the Easter holiday.

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"April 17, 2025: A Special Edition of The Zone Extra

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It was another busy week in high school sports in central Indiana.

Game Show Host Wink Martindale Dies at 91

Game Show Host Wink Martindale Dies at 91

Wink Martindale, the genial host of such hit game shows as “Gambit” and “Tic-Tac-Dough,” who also did one of the first recorded television interviews with a young Elvis Presley, has died.

Lil Nas X Hospitalized with Partial Facial Paralysis

Lil Nas X Hospitalized with Partial Facial Paralysis

Lil Nas X, whose real name is Montero Lamar Hill, has been hospitalized after experiencing partial facial paralysis.

Animated Adventure A Minecraft Movie Conquers Second Weekend Box Office with $80.6 Million

Animated Adventure A Minecraft Movie Conquers Second Weekend Box Office with $80.6 Million

After just two weeks in theaters, "A Minecraft Movie" has already become the highest-grossing Hollywood release of 2025.

Priceless Comic Book Art Preserved: Exhibit Features Treasures Saved from Palisades Fire at IU

Priceless Comic Book Art Preserved: Exhibit Features Treasures Saved from Palisades Fire at IU

A collection of rare comic book history is now on display at Indiana University, featuring original drafts and prints collected by Chuck Costas, an IU alum.

Pawsome Pals: Celebrating the Joy of Friendship with Great Danes

Pawsome Pals: Celebrating the Joy of Friendship with Great Danes

Celebrating the joy of friendship is at the heart of "The Friend," a new movie featuring a lovable Great Dane.

Versatile Actor Val Kilmer Dies at 65

Versatile Actor Val Kilmer Dies at 65

Val Kilmer, the brooding, versatile actor who played fan favorite Iceman in "Top Gun," donned a voluminous cape as Batman in "Batman Forever" and portrayed Jim Morrison in "The Doors," has died.

Val Kilmer Dies at 65

Val Kilmer Dies at 65

Val Kilmer, the brooding and versatile actor who played fan favorite Iceman in "Top Gun," donned a voluminous cape as Batman in "Batman Forever" and portrayed Jim Morrison in "The Doors," has died.

Sheryl Crow's Protest-Driven Tesla Heads to Auction in Indiana

Sheryl Crow's Protest-Driven Tesla Heads to Auction in Indiana

Singer Sheryl Crow recently made headlines for selling her 2018 black Tesla in protest of Elon Musk and his work in the Trump administration.

Cooking Crowned: Indiana Chef Wins 2025 World Food Championship

Cooking Crowned: Indiana Chef Wins 2025 World Food Championship

Indiana chef Collin Hilton has taken home the top prize at the 2025 World Food Championships, the world's largest food sport competition.

President Signs Executive Order to Address High Concert Ticket Prices

President Signs Executive Order to Address High Concert Ticket Prices

President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday aimed at addressing high concert ticket prices and ticket scalping.

Jonas Brothers Bring Fall Tour to Indianapolis in 2025

Jonas Brothers Bring Fall Tour to Indianapolis in 2025

The Jonas Brothers are celebrating 20 years of music with their upcoming "JONAS20: LIVING THE DREAM" tour, which will stop at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in downtown Indianapolis on Sunday, November 2, 2025.

Feathers in Harmony: Ballet and Orchestra Join Forces for 'Swan Lake'

Feathers in Harmony: Ballet and Orchestra Join Forces for 'Swan Lake'

The Indianapolis Ballet will once again enchant audiences with its upcoming production of "Swan Lake," a timeless classic that spans generations.

Florida Man's Quest for Record-Breaking Team Mascot Photoshoot

Florida Man's Quest for Record-Breaking Team Mascot Photoshoot

Tod Stutzman, a Florida man, is on a quest to break the record for most photographed person with different mascots.

Paws of Service: Honoring Canine Heroes

Paws of Service: Honoring Canine Heroes

Honoring Canine Heroes: Paws of ServiceEach week, Pet Pals TV shares stories about our furry friends, and this time is no exception.

Indiana's Entertainment Scene Heats Up with Comic Con, Sports, and Monster Trucks in Indy

Indiana's Entertainment Scene Heats Up with Comic Con, Sports, and Monster Trucks in Indy

In downtown Indianapolis, a clash of the fans is underway as three major events converge on the city this weekend.

Trump Weighs in on Rosie O'Donnell's Post-Election Move to Ireland

Trump Weighs in on Rosie O'Donnell's Post-Election Move to Ireland

A nearly two-decade-long feud between Donald Trump and Rosie O'Donnell has been reignited, this time in the Oval Office of the White House.

Founding Member of Tony! Toni! Tone! D'Wayne Wiggins Passes Away at 64

Founding Member of Tony! Toni! Tone! D'Wayne Wiggins Passes Away at 64

D'Wayne Wiggins, a founding member of Tony!

Getting to Know the Irish Setter on 'Pet Pals TV'

Getting to Know the Irish Setter on 'Pet Pals TV'

On Pet Pals TV, we're excited to share a fascinating story about our furry friends.

Taco Bell's Bold Flavors Ahead

Taco Bell's Bold Flavors Ahead

Taco Bell is gearing up to "LIVE MAS" in 2025 with a bold lineup of new menu items, including the Flamin' Hot Burrito and Quesocrisp Taco.

Grant Funds Film Celebrating Black Excellence

Grant Funds Film Celebrating Black Excellence

Sherry Harris, founder of Big Afro Productions, a nonprofit that produces films celebrating African American heritage, wants to inspire and empower Black youth.

Carl Dean, Husband of Dolly Parton, Dies at 82

Carl Dean, Husband of Dolly Parton, Dies at 82

Carl Dean, Dolly Parton's devoted husband of nearly 60 years who avoided the spotlight and inspired her timeless hit “Jolene,” died Monday.

Memorable Moments from the Oscars

Memorable Moments from the Oscars

Zoe Saldana accepts the award for best performance by an actress in a supporting role for "Emilia Perez during the Oscars.

Topsy-Turvy Oscar Season Concludes

Topsy-Turvy Oscar Season Concludes

After a topsy-turvy Oscar season, the 97th Academy Awards are set to conclude on Sunday.

Unleashing Your Inner Cat Hero with 'Pet Pals TV'

Unleashing Your Inner Cat Hero with 'Pet Pals TV'

Each week, "Pet Pals TV" shares a fun, interesting, and informative story about our furry friends.

Grammy-Nominated Singer Angie Stone Dies in Car Crash

Grammy-Nominated Singer Angie Stone Dies in Car Crash

Grammy-nominated R&B singer Angie Stone, a member of the all-female hip-hop trio The Sequence and known for her hit song "Wish I Didn't Miss You," was killed in a car crash early Saturday.

The Oscars: What to Know

The Oscars: What to Know

Crew members roll out the red carpet for Sunday's 97th Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre on Wednesday, Feb.

Remembering Gene Hackman with Bobby Plump

Remembering Gene Hackman with Bobby Plump

Actor Gene Hackman will always be remembered in Indiana for his role as coach Norman Dale in the film “Hoosiers.

Hoosier Legacy: Indiana Gym Honors Gene Hackman

Hoosier Legacy: Indiana Gym Honors Gene Hackman

The Hoosier Gym in Knightstown, Indiana, still honors the legacy of Gene Hackman, who starred in the 1986 film "Hoosiers.

Gene Hackman Reflects on His Career in 1985 Interview

Gene Hackman Reflects on His Career in 1985 Interview

Legendary actor Gene Hackman, known for his iconic portrayal of Coach Norman Dale in the 1986 film "Hoosiers," has passed away at the age of 95.

Mary J. Blige Coming to Indianapolis in 2025

Mary J. Blige Coming to Indianapolis in 2025

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Rockin' Duo: The All-American Rejects and Bret Michaels Team Up for Miller Lite Carb Day Concert

Rockin' Duo: The All-American Rejects and Bret Michaels Team Up for Miller Lite Carb Day Concert

Rock music icons Bret Michaels and The All-American Rejects are teaming up for the Miller Lite Carb Day Concert on Friday, May 23 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Ruoff Music Center's Lawnie Pass Comes to an End

Ruoff Music Center's Lawnie Pass Comes to an End

The Lawnie Pass at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, Indiana has come to an end.

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It was another busy week in high school sports in central Indiana.

Oscar Nominees Announced for the 97th Academy Awards

Oscar Nominees Announced for the 97th Academy Awards

The nominees for the 97th Academy Awards have been announced, leading the way is Jacques Audiard's "Emilia Pérez," a Spanish language, French-made film, with 13 nominations, including best picture and best actress for Karla Sofía Gascón, making her the first openly trans actor ever nominated for an Oscar.

Extra Insights

Extra Insights

This week on "Extra Insights," we're highlighting exceptional performances in central Indiana high school sports.

David Lynch Passes Away at 78: A Visionary Filmmaker and Artist Leaves a Legacy

David Lynch Passes Away at 78: A Visionary Filmmaker and Artist Leaves a Legacy

David Lynch, a visionary filmmaker, musician, and artist, passed away at the age of 78.

Country Star Carrie Underwood and Disco Legends The Village People Join Forces for Trump Inauguration Performances

Country Star Carrie Underwood and Disco Legends The Village People Join Forces for Trump Inauguration Performances

Country music star Carrie Underwood will perform “America the Beautiful” at Donald Trump's inauguration next week and the 1970s hitmakers Village People will perform at two inaugural events.

Fieri's Favorite Fare: Guy Tries Out Subito's Pork Shoulder Sandwich

Fieri's Favorite Fare: Guy Tries Out Subito's Pork Shoulder Sandwich

On January 17, a new pin will be added to the Triple D Nation map - one familiar to soup and sandwich lovers: Subito.

Hanna Mordoh Gives Birth to Baby Boy

Hanna Mordoh Gives Birth to Baby Boy

News 8 Daybreak anchor Hanna Mordoh and her husband Ben are celebrating the newest addition to their family - a baby boy named Graham Peter, born Sunday morning weighing 7 pounds and 12 ounces.

Celebrities Revealed for Indiana Comic Convention 2025

Celebrities Revealed for Indiana Comic Convention 2025

The Indiana Comic Convention is gearing up for its March 14 weekend event at the Indiana Convention Center.

Wildfire Devastation Hits Home: Iconic LA Landmarks Damaged from Film & TV History

Wildfire Devastation Hits Home: Iconic LA Landmarks Damaged from Film & TV History

The high school where Brian De Palma brought Stephen King's "Carrie" to life, Will Rogers' ranch house and a motel owned by William Randolph Hearst are among some of the famous structures that have been damaged or destroyed by the California wildfires.

Rock Solid Guest Appearance: Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson to Appear on WWE NXT

Rock Solid Guest Appearance: Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson to Appear on WWE NXT

Get ready to smell what The Rock is cooking!

Dry January, Made Easy: The Rise of Mocktails for a Sober Alternative

Dry January, Made Easy: The Rise of Mocktails for a Sober Alternative

"Dry January" has grown in popularity over the years, which encourages a break from alcohol for the month.

The Brutalist" and Emilia Perez Win Big at the Golden Globes

The Brutalist" and Emilia Perez Win Big at the Golden Globes

Two films that defied easy categorization - Brady Corbet's 215-minute postwar epic "The Brutalist" and Jacques Audiard's Spanish language, genre-shifting trans musical "Emilia Perez" - won top honors at the 82nd Golden Globes on Sunday.

Get Ready for the Golden Globes: A Preview of the Red Carpet Fashions and Show

Get Ready for the Golden Globes: A Preview of the Red Carpet Fashions and Show

Hollywood is gearing up for its annual champagne-soaked celebration of film and television as the Golden Globes return.