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Homeowner Shoots Intruder in Henry County Home Break-In Attempt

Homeowner Shoots Intruder in Henry County Home Break-In Attempt

An intruder was critically injured after being shot by a homeowner during an attempted break-in early Friday morning in southeast Henry County.

Virginia Giuffre Dies

Virginia Giuffre Dies

The woman who accused Britain's Prince Andrew and other influential men of sexually exploiting her as a teenager trafficked by financier Jeffrey Epstein has died.

Line of Duty Death: Wayne County Fire Department Loses Firefighter

Line of Duty Death: Wayne County Fire Department Loses Firefighter

A firefighter with the Milton-Washington Township Volunteer Fire Department has died in the line of duty.

Trump Urges Russia and Ukraine to Advance Peace Deal

Trump Urges Russia and Ukraine to Advance Peace Deal

President Donald Trump called on Russia and Ukraine to meet and work toward a peace deal, saying he believes a deal between the two countries is close.

Governor-Appointed Trustees Only After Lawmakers' Decision

Governor-Appointed Trustees Only After Lawmakers' Decision

The state budget bill, passed by legislators Thursday night, gives Governor Mike Braun full control over the Indiana University Board of Trustees.

Youth Charged with Murder Following Vape Shop Shooting

Youth Charged with Murder Following Vape Shop Shooting

An 18-year-old man, Cordel Bice, appeared in a Grant County judge's courtroom on Friday, four days after a 17-year-old boy was fatally shot during a vape sale in Marion.

Silver Alert Issued for Missing Children in Newburgh

Silver Alert Issued for Missing Children in Newburgh

Indiana State Police have issued a Silver Alert for two missing children in Newburgh, Indiana.

Fatal Crash Involving Purdue's Boilermaker Special Blamed on Tire Malfunction

Fatal Crash Involving Purdue's Boilermaker Special Blamed on Tire Malfunction

A "possible tire malfunction" led to a fatal crash involving the Boilermaker Special, Purdue University's official mascot, on Thursday.

ICE Reverses Decision to Deny International Student Visas Following Legal Challenges

ICE Reverses Decision to Deny International Student Visas Following Legal Challenges

The federal government is reversing its decision to deny international student visas following legal challenges from students around the country.

Former US Representative George Santos Sentenced to Over 7 Years in Prison for Fraud and Identity Theft

Former US Representative George Santos Sentenced to Over 7 Years in Prison for Fraud and Identity Theft

Former US Representative George Santos has been sentenced to over 7 years in prison for fraud and identity theft.

Russian General Killed in Car Bomb Attack Near Moscow

Russian General Killed in Car Bomb Attack Near Moscow

A Russian general was killed by a car bomb on Friday, Russia's top criminal investigation agency said, in the second such attack on a top Russian military officer in four months that Moscow blamed on Ukraine.

Weekend Forecast: Cool and Dry After a Wet End to the Week

Weekend Forecast: Cool and Dry After a Wet End to the Week

Soggy conditions are expected for your Friday, with even a few thunderstorms possible.

West Side Indianapolis Fire Damages Multiple Homes

West Side Indianapolis Fire Damages Multiple Homes

A fire that started early Friday morning on Indianapolis' west side damaged multiple homes, authorities said.

Addressing Squatters in Indianapolis: Agencies Face Challenges

Addressing Squatters in Indianapolis: Agencies Face Challenges

In Indianapolis, a neighborhood on the southeast side experienced a heavy police presence and loud banging after a property owner called authorities about someone living in their home without permission.

Fixing the Fractured Road: Residents and Motorcyclists Call for Action on Crumbling West 82nd Street

Fixing the Fractured Road: Residents and Motorcyclists Call for Action on Crumbling West 82nd Street

Residents near West 82nd Street under the 65 underpass in Pike Township are calling for urgent repairs to a dangerous road as city crews tackle broader street improvements.

Friday Forecast: Showers and Storms Followed by Cooler Temperatures This Weekend

Friday Forecast: Showers and Storms Followed by Cooler Temperatures This Weekend

Heavy rain will be possible at times Friday afternoon, with a chance of showers and thunderstorms developing throughout the day.

Council Aims to Address Teen Violence in Indianapolis

Council Aims to Address Teen Violence in Indianapolis

Multiple juveniles ranging in age from 12 to 17 have been arrested in connection with an armed carjacking in Indianapolis.

Indiana Governor Considers Fee Rules for Nonprofit Hospitals

Indiana Governor Considers Fee Rules for Nonprofit Hospitals

: A Measure Aimed at Lowering Hospital BillsAfter months of debate, Indiana lawmakers have approved a measure that could lead to lower hospital bills.

Indiana Governor Gains Full Control Over University of Indiana Trustees with Passage of Budget

Indiana Governor Gains Full Control Over University of Indiana Trustees with Passage of Budget

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Pope Francis Viewing and Funeral: Roncalli Students Attend in Italy

Pope Francis Viewing and Funeral: Roncalli Students Attend in Italy

Students and faculty from Roncalli High School will attend Pope Francis's viewing and funeral after their trip to Italy was unexpectedly changed when the Pope passed away.

NATO Chief Seeks Boost in Spending After White House Meeting

NATO Chief Seeks Boost in Spending After White House Meeting

The Secretary-General of NATO, Mark Rutte, sounded optimistic comments to reporters following a meeting at the White House, endorsing President Trump's efforts to reach a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia.

Indiana Lawmakers Conclude 2025 Session with Budget Cuts and Controversial Measures

Indiana Lawmakers Conclude 2025 Session with Budget Cuts and Controversial Measures

Indiana lawmakers have concluded their 2025 legislative session, with a focus on budget cuts and controversial measures.

Unsecured Internet Line Set Up by Hegseth for Signal Connection

Unsecured Internet Line Set Up by Hegseth for Signal Connection

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had an internet connection that bypassed the Pentagon's security protocols set up in his office to use the Signal messaging app on a personal computer, two people familiar with the line told The Associated Press.

Fatal Crash Involves Purdue's Beloved Boilermaker Special

Fatal Crash Involves Purdue's Beloved Boilermaker Special

The beloved Boilermaker Special, Purdue University's official mascot, was involved in a fatal crash on Thursday afternoon in rural Tippecanoe County, according to the sheriff's office.

Smoking Outcomes in Flux: Cigarette Tax in Final Budget

Smoking Outcomes in Flux: Cigarette Tax in Final Budget

Indiana lawmakers are working on passing a budget that would increase the state's cigarette tax by $2 per pack, aiming to help with the state's budget deficit and Medicaid costs.

Ex-Brownsburg Teacher Sentenced to Probation for Forcing Child to Eat Vomit

Ex-Brownsburg Teacher Sentenced to Probation for Forcing Child to Eat Vomit

A former Brownsburg teacher who was accused of forcing a special needs student to eat his own vomit has been sentenced to less than a year of probation.

Trump Sells 'Trump 2028' Hats, Igniting Third-Term Speculation

Trump Sells 'Trump 2028' Hats, Igniting Third-Term Speculation

President Donald Trump is now selling hats and shirts emblazoned with "Trump 2028" branding, sparking speculation about his potential plans for a third term in office.

Life Sentence Handed Down for Shooter Who Killed During July Fourth Parade

Life Sentence Handed Down for Shooter Who Killed During July Fourth Parade

The suburban Chicago man who admitted to fatally shooting seven people and wounding dozens of others during a 2022 Independence Day parade was sentenced Thursday to life in prison without the possibility of parole.

Decades' Past Meets Present Weather: 80s Return Today, Rain Arrives Friday

Decades' Past Meets Present Weather: 80s Return Today, Rain Arrives Friday

Warm conditions are headed your way today, with 80s temperatures expected in the afternoon under partly cloudy skies and light winds.

Indianapolis Weather: Stormy End to Warm Week, Cooler Temperatures Arrive for Weekend

Indianapolis Weather: Stormy End to Warm Week, Cooler Temperatures Arrive for Weekend

The warmest temperatures of the week arrive today, but a stormy end is on the horizon.

Millions Pledged for Indiana Veterans

Millions Pledged for Indiana Veterans

: Debt Relief and Hospital UpgradesTwo events on Wednesday aimed to support Hoosier veterans, with one committing $6 million over the next two years to erase medical debt and another discussing upgrades to the Roudebush VA Medical Center.

Greenwood Park Mall Shooting Lawsuit Heads to Court of Appeals for Hearing

Greenwood Park Mall Shooting Lawsuit Heads to Court of Appeals for Hearing

The Indiana Court of Appeals has heard arguments in a lawsuit filed against Simon Property Group, the owner of Greenwood Park Mall, regarding a mass shooting that occurred at the mall.

Concerns Over Rental Caps in Carmel and Fishers

Concerns Over Rental Caps in Carmel and Fishers

CARMEL, IN — In response to growing concerns about the increasing presence of corporate investors in the housing market, the City of Carmel is contemplating a new ordinance that would impose a cap on rental properties in residential neighborhoods.

Debunking Trump's Claims on Low Prices for Gas, Groceries, and Eggs

Debunking Trump's Claims on Low Prices for Gas, Groceries, and Eggs

President Donald Trump has repeatedly made false claims about the price of gas, groceries, and eggs in an effort to downplay concerns that his tariffs will fuel inflation.

Justice Department Files Terrorism Case Against Alleged Tren de Aragua Gang Leader

Justice Department Files Terrorism Case Against Alleged Tren de Aragua Gang Leader

The Justice Department has charged an alleged high-ranking member of Tren de Aragua (TdA) in Colombia with terrorism offenses, making the first case of its kind against a member of the gang designated as a foreign terrorist organization by the Trump administration.

Fatal Crash: Motorcyclist Killed After Collision with Jeep in Elkhart

Fatal Crash: Motorcyclist Killed After Collision with Jeep in Elkhart

The Elkhart Police Department is investigating a fatal crash between a motorcycle and a Jeep that occurred on County Road 6 in Indiana.

Indiana Boys & Girls Clubs Thrive with $30M Lilly Endowment Grant

Indiana Boys & Girls Clubs Thrive with $30M Lilly Endowment Grant

Youth services organizations across Indiana are thriving thanks to a generous grant from Lilly Endowment.

Safe Zones Program Launched by INDOT to Combat Speeding in Work Zones

Safe Zones Program Launched by INDOT to Combat Speeding in Work Zones

A new program aimed at reducing speeding in work zones has been launched by the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT).

Trump Signs Executive Orders Targeting Colleges and Equity Efforts

Trump Signs Executive Orders Targeting Colleges and Equity Efforts

President Donald Trump has ordered sharper scrutiny of America’s colleges and the accreditors that oversee them, part of his escalating campaign to end what he calls "wokeness" and diversity efforts in education.

2025 State Budget Bill Takes Shape

2025 State Budget Bill Takes Shape

INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Mike Braun and Republican leaders introduced the finalized version of the state's 2025 budget on Wednesday.

Rural Indiana Communities Losing Access to Labor and Delivery Services

Rural Indiana Communities Losing Access to Labor and Delivery Services

Rural Indiana communities are losing access to labor and delivery services as over a dozen obstetric departments have shut down statewide since 2020.

Southern Indiana Woman Charged with Trafficking Child via Dating App

Southern Indiana Woman Charged with Trafficking Child via Dating App

A southern Indiana woman, Kristina McAdams, 36, of New Albany, has been charged with child sex trafficking, promoting sex trafficking of a young child, and promoting prostitution after investigators say she used an online dating app to traffic the child.

States Sue Trump Over Tariff Policies

States Sue Trump Over Tariff Policies

A coalition of 12 Democratic state Attorneys General filed a lawsuit against President Donald Trump and other administration officials, alleging that his tariff policies are unconstitutional.

Surge in Whooping Cough Cases Linked to Decline in Vaccination Rates

Surge in Whooping Cough Cases Linked to Decline in Vaccination Rates

This year, a surge in whooping cough cases has been reported across the U.

Pope Francis Stories Shared by Indianapolis Archbishop

Pope Francis Stories Shared by Indianapolis Archbishop

Indianapolis Archbishop Charles Thompson reflects on the significance of Pope Francis' death, which occurred just one day after Easter.

US Fertility Rates Stagnant Amid Aging Population Concerns

US Fertility Rates Stagnant Amid Aging Population Concerns

The US birth rate remained near record lows in 2024, highlighting concerns about a shrinking population.

Spring Weather Pattern Shift: Mild Conditions Expected After Cooler Day

Spring Weather Pattern Shift: Mild Conditions Expected After Cooler Day

A warmer weather pattern shift is expected in the coming days, with mild conditions forecasted after a cooler day.

UN Warns of 'Total Chaos' as Haitian Orphans Flee Gang Violence

UN Warns of 'Total Chaos' as Haitian Orphans Flee Gang Violence

As Haiti descends deeper into lawlessness, a group of orphans has found safety in the mountains of the country's north after fleeing relentless gang violence in Port-au-Prince that has displaced over a million Haitians.

Pope Francis Laid to Rest in St. Peter's Basilica

Pope Francis Laid to Rest in St. Peter's Basilica

Thousands of people filed through St.

Tragedy at Perry Meridian High School: Student Hospitalized After Vaping Fentanyl-Laced Cartridge

Tragedy at Perry Meridian High School: Student Hospitalized After Vaping Fentanyl-Laced Cartridge

A Perry Meridian High School student was hospitalized after using a vape pen laced with fentanyl.