Local Beat
A pedestrian was killed in a horrible crash on Boulevard Place in Indianapolis early Wednesday morning, and it’s got the community talking—and not in a good way. Around 5:31 a.m., police got the call about a collision involving a pedestrian and a vehicle. It’s one of those gut-wrenching moments when you realize life can flip…
As the school year rolls around, it’s not just the kids feeling the stress—parents are in the thick of it too! Zoee Johnson, a rising third-grader, is bursting with excitement and nerves as she wonders who her teacher will be, especially after a recent teacher shortage was announced. Her mom, Tamika Scruggs, has been fielding…
As youth sports rev up with the return of school, it’s not just competition heating up—it’s the weather too! Parents and coaches are reminded that scorching summer days can challenge not only the athletes’ skills but their safety as well. At Grand Park in Westfield, where young athletes are gearing up to learn the ins…
As the school bells ring once more in Decatur Township, there’s a new feature hitting the streets that’ll have drivers thinking twice. The Metropolitan School District has added stop arm cameras to several buses to ramp up safety for the kiddos. It seems that a bit of tech is all it takes to catch those…
The Indiana State Fair is gearing up for its 2025 run from August 1 to August 17, and it promises to be a fantastic time for everyone involved! With the gates opening daily at 8 a.m., festival-goers can expect all the nostalgic fun they love, from rides to fried food—because who doesn’t need a corn…
Caitlin Clark, the star guard of the Indiana Fever, is officially benched for Wednesday’s game against the Phoenix Mercury, and fans are not happy about it. The reason? A pesky right groin injury that also kept her out of the All-Star Game and the Three Point contest this month. Talk about bad timing! The last…
It’s another day in Indianapolis, and the police are busy – all thanks to a shooting that took place near 16th Street and Lafayette Road. Fortunately, the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department managed to get all suspects into custody quickly. This is a small win for local law enforcement and, let’s be honest, it’s about time…
Mark your calendars because Sunday, August 3, promises to be an evening of uplifting melodies and community spirit! Nashville musician Josh Townsend, a talented pianist and recent Dove Award recipient, will be dazzling everyone at the annual Gospel Concert at One Church. Starting at 6 p.m., this event is free to attend, though a freewill…
It’s no secret that accessing public records can sometimes feel like navigating a labyrinth, but South Bend’s recent proposal really turns up the heat. The Common Council is considering new fees for police dash and body cam videos that could set you back $50 an hour, with fees capped at $150 for those long requests…
The South Bend Medical Foundation is facing a serious blood shortage this summer, and they’re sounding the alarm for anyone willing to lend a vein! According to Colleen Hahn, the foundation’s blood donor recruitment manager, they particularly need O positive, O negative, and A positive blood types. It turns out that while folks are sipping…
