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Kokomo residents came together for a peaceful protest showcasing their opposition to a proposed AI data center that could come to Howard County
Kokomo residents say no to proposed AI data center plan in Howard County
Kokomo residents came together for a peaceful protest showcasing their opposition to a proposed AI data center that could come to Howard County
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February 9, 2026 at 4:13 AM
Kokomo residents came together for a peaceful protest showcasing their opposition to a proposed AI data center that could come to Howard County
The Seattle Seahawks are Super Bowl champions once again after beating the New England Patriots 29–13 on Sunday in Super Bowl LX.
Seahawks defeat Patriots 29–13 to win Super Bowl LX
The Seattle Seahawks are Super Bowl champions once again after beating the New England Patriots 29–13 on Sunday in Super Bowl LX.
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February 9, 2026 at 3:43 AM
The Seattle Seahawks are Super Bowl champions once again after beating the New England Patriots 29–13 on Sunday in Super Bowl LX.
Democratic attorney and former statewide candidate Destiny Wells has filed to run for Congress in Indiana's 7th District.
Destiny Wells announces congressional run in Indiana's 7th district
Democratic attorney and former statewide candidate Destiny Wells has filed to run for Congress in Indiana's 7th District, announcing her candidacy in a Substack post this week
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February 8, 2026 at 11:03 PM
Democratic attorney and former statewide candidate Destiny Wells has filed to run for Congress in Indiana's 7th District.
Indianapolis Metropolitan Police are investigating a death on the city's northwest side as a homicide after finding a victim inside a car.
IMPD investigating death on northwest side as homicide
Indianapolis Metropolitan Police are investigating a death on the city's northwest side as a homicide after finding a victim inside a car.
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February 8, 2026 at 10:26 PM
Indianapolis Metropolitan Police are investigating a death on the city's northwest side as a homicide after finding a victim inside a car.
The Trump administration has launched an online tool it says will significantly lower prescription drug costs for some Americans. WRTV talked to a local expert about what this could mean for Hoosiers.
TrumpRX offering discounts on prescription drugs: What it means for Hoosiers
The Trump administration has launched an online tool it says will significantly lower prescription drug costs for some Americans. WRTV talked to a local expert about what this could mean for Hoosiers.
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February 8, 2026 at 6:16 PM
The Trump administration has launched an online tool it says will significantly lower prescription drug costs for some Americans. WRTV talked to a local expert about what this could mean for Hoosiers.
Noblesville welcomed Olympic hopefuls and gymnastics champions to The Arena at Innovation Mile, offering a preview of what's to come when USA Gymnastics establishes its new headquarters in the growing city.
Noblesville hosts USA Gymnastics’ 2026 Rhythmic Challenge and Invitational ahead of 2028 headquarters move
Noblesville welcomed Olympic hopefuls and gymnastics champions to The Arena at Innovation Mile, offering a preview of what's to come when USA Gymnastics establishes its new headquarters in the city.
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February 8, 2026 at 3:10 AM
Noblesville welcomed Olympic hopefuls and gymnastics champions to The Arena at Innovation Mile, offering a preview of what's to come when USA Gymnastics establishes its new headquarters in the growing city.
The Orr Fellowship connects recent graduates with innovative companies, mentors and professional networks across Indiana while helping them develop into future business leaders.
Indiana program keeps 70% of top graduates in the Hoosier State
The Orr Fellowship is successfully retaining Indiana's brightest college graduates, with 65% to 70% of participants choosing to stay in the state long after the two-year program ends.
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February 7, 2026 at 12:48 AM
The Orr Fellowship connects recent graduates with innovative companies, mentors and professional networks across Indiana while helping them develop into future business leaders.
During Thursday’s meeting, the utility said it is still in the planning stages, and Eagle Creek is only one possible site. The final location has not yet been determined.
Residents gain hope after meeting on Eagle Creek wastewater proposal
Citizens Energy and Lebanon Utilities are expected to take questions from the public at a meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 10.
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February 7, 2026 at 12:28 AM
During Thursday’s meeting, the utility said it is still in the planning stages, and Eagle Creek is only one possible site. The final location has not yet been determined.
In an effort to crack down on non-emergency responses, the Westfield Fire Department has successfully reduced calls from residential care facilities by 25%.
'Beneficial for everyone': How the Westfield Fire Department is looking to improve safety through fewer calls
The Westfield Fire Department has successfully reduced calls from residential care facilities by 25%, in an effort to crack down on non-emergency responses.
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February 7, 2026 at 12:05 AM
In an effort to crack down on non-emergency responses, the Westfield Fire Department has successfully reduced calls from residential care facilities by 25%.
As temperatures warm, the ice on ponds and rivers across Indiana will begin melting, and firefighters are urging everyone to stay off the ice.
Warmer temperatures, thinning ice: Greensburg firefighters train for rescues
As temperatures warm, the ice on ponds and rivers across Indiana will begin melting, and firefighters are urging everyone to stay off the ice.
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February 6, 2026 at 11:40 PM
As temperatures warm, the ice on ponds and rivers across Indiana will begin melting, and firefighters are urging everyone to stay off the ice.
A Center Grove mom shares that the threats made against her child's school affected him deeply. She hopes the community can move forward.
Center Grove parents express fear after teen's arrest for school shooting threat
An 18-year-old was arrested after allegedly sending threatening messages to Center Grove High School's official Instagram account, prompting safety concerns among parents and students.
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February 6, 2026 at 10:33 PM
A Center Grove mom shares that the threats made against her child's school affected him deeply. She hopes the community can move forward.
IMPD is investigating a shooting that left a man in critical condition on the northeast side of Indianapolis on Friday.
IMPD: Man critically injured in shooting on northeast side of Indianapolis
IMPD is investigating a shooting that left a man in critical condition on the northeast side of Indianapolis on Friday.
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February 6, 2026 at 9:51 PM
IMPD is investigating a shooting that left a man in critical condition on the northeast side of Indianapolis on Friday.
The Town of Speedway has officially lifted its Boil Water Advisory impacting residents and businesses since Sunday.
Speedway lifts Boil Water Advisory for all residents and businesses
The Town of Speedway has officially lifted its Boil Water Advisory impacting residents and businesses since Sunday.
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February 6, 2026 at 9:35 PM
The Town of Speedway has officially lifted its Boil Water Advisory impacting residents and businesses since Sunday.
As National News Literacy Week wraps up, WRTV and Scripps News are taking a closer look at how AI-generated content is changing the way people consume information.
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National News Literacy Week: How AI is taught in classroom, affects the way we consume news
As National News Literacy Week wraps up, WRTV and Scripps News are taking a closer look at how AI-generated content is changing the way people consume information.
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February 6, 2026 at 7:24 PM
As National News Literacy Week wraps up, WRTV and Scripps News are taking a closer look at how AI-generated content is changing the way people consume information.
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UPDATE | A third person has died from injuries sustained a suspected arson that happened in Bloomington last month.
Third person dead in suspected arson in Bloomington
The Monroe County Coroner has confirmed another person has died as a result of a suspected arson in Bloomington back in January.
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February 6, 2026 at 6:38 PM
UPDATE | A third person has died from injuries sustained a suspected arson that happened in Bloomington last month.
High school students throughout the state have been staging walkouts in protest. A political expert weighs in on whether this action will increase voter turnout.
Young Hoosiers get political, staging school walkouts throughout the state
An expert spoke to WRTV's Amber Grigley about the younger generation's political involvement, and students say this is only the beginning.
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February 6, 2026 at 6:07 PM
High school students throughout the state have been staging walkouts in protest. A political expert weighs in on whether this action will increase voter turnout.
Sci-fi, horror, fantasy — these are just a few of the ways to describe Indy's shapeshifting superstar, Ciara Myst, who is competing on Season 18 of 'RuPaul's Drag Race.'
Meet Indy's shapeshifting superstar: Drag artist competing on current season of 'RuPaul's Drag Race'
Myst is one of only two Indianapolis-based queens to compete in the show's history; an honor she doesn't take lightly.
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February 6, 2026 at 5:40 PM
Sci-fi, horror, fantasy — these are just a few of the ways to describe Indy's shapeshifting superstar, Ciara Myst, who is competing on Season 18 of 'RuPaul's Drag Race.'
Son of missing 84-Year-Old Nancy Guthrie is urging captors to make contact.
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Son of missing 84-Year-Old Nancy Guthrie urges captors to make contact
Family of missing 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, mother of ‘Today’ anchor Savannah Guthrie, pleads for proof of life as man faces court over fake ransom.
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February 6, 2026 at 4:09 PM
Son of missing 84-Year-Old Nancy Guthrie is urging captors to make contact.
https://www.wrtv.com/us-news/crime/son-of-missing-84-year-old-nancy-guthrie-urges-captors-to-make-contact
https://www.wrtv.com/us-news/crime/son-of-missing-84-year-old-nancy-guthrie-urges-captors-to-make-contact
An AMBER Alert has been issued for a missing 2-year-old northern Indiana boy.
https://www.wrtv.com/homepage-showcase/amber-alert-issued-for-missing-northern-indiana-boy
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AMBER Alert issued for missing northern Indiana boy
The victim is a 2-year-old white male, 2’4″ and 30 pounds, blonde hair with blue eyes, and last seen wearing blue and gray sweatshirt and blue and gray sweatpants.
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February 6, 2026 at 12:00 PM
An AMBER Alert has been issued for a missing 2-year-old northern Indiana boy.
https://www.wrtv.com/homepage-showcase/amber-alert-issued-for-missing-northern-indiana-boy
https://www.wrtv.com/homepage-showcase/amber-alert-issued-for-missing-northern-indiana-boy
On Thursday, Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness officially proclaimed February as "Go Pink for Hailey Month" in honor of Hailey Buzbee.
Fishers mayor proclaims February "Go Pink for Hailey Month" in honor of teen
On Thursday, Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness officially proclaimed February as "Go Pink for Hailey Month" in honor of Hailey Buzzbee.
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February 6, 2026 at 1:10 AM
On Thursday, Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness officially proclaimed February as "Go Pink for Hailey Month" in honor of Hailey Buzbee.
17-year-old Hailey Buzbee disappeared from her Fishers home in early January, but no Amber or Silver Alert was issued because she did not fit the criteria. Advocates want those parameters updated.
Advocates call for changes to Amber Alert system following Hailey Buzbee case
Advocates are calling for lawmakers to make changes to the Amber Alert system following the disappearance and death of 17-year-old Hailey Buzbee, after an alert was not released in her case.
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February 6, 2026 at 12:43 AM
17-year-old Hailey Buzbee disappeared from her Fishers home in early January, but no Amber or Silver Alert was issued because she did not fit the criteria. Advocates want those parameters updated.
When you think of apple orchards, you probably picture them in autumn. In winter, the rows of trees are bare, but there's plenty of work to be done.
Behind the winter work at Beasley's Orchard in Danville
Just because you don't see fruit growing in the winter, that doesn't mean work stops around the orchard.
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February 5, 2026 at 11:50 PM
When you think of apple orchards, you probably picture them in autumn. In winter, the rows of trees are bare, but there's plenty of work to be done.
Constitutional law expert Steve Sanders from the Maurer School of Law at Indiana University Bloomington said students have rights to protest, but those rights come with limitations.
Constitutional law expert explains student free speech rights after Avon High School ICE protest
Constitutional law expert Steve Sanders from the Maurer School of Law at Indiana University Bloomington said students have rights to protest, but those rights come with limitations.
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February 5, 2026 at 11:20 PM
Constitutional law expert Steve Sanders from the Maurer School of Law at Indiana University Bloomington said students have rights to protest, but those rights come with limitations.
Noblesville Schools says the staffing cuts are in an effort to save over $3 million in annual expenses. WRTV held a roundtable discussion with four moms of Noblesville students on Thursday.
Noblesville Schools to cut staff due to financial challenges
Officials at Noblesville Schools announced on Wednesday that they will have to make some staffing reductions in the coming weeks due to significant financial challenges.
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February 5, 2026 at 10:59 PM
Noblesville Schools says the staffing cuts are in an effort to save over $3 million in annual expenses. WRTV held a roundtable discussion with four moms of Noblesville students on Thursday.
The widow of Delaware County Deputy Blake Reynolds has filed a wrongful death lawsuit alleging two trucking companies and their drivers were negligent.
Deputy's widow files wrongful death lawsuit against "fatigued, inattentive and distracted" truck drivers
The widow of Delaware County Deputy Blake Reynolds has filed a wrongful death lawsuit alleging two trucking companies and their drivers were negligent.
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February 5, 2026 at 9:04 PM
The widow of Delaware County Deputy Blake Reynolds has filed a wrongful death lawsuit alleging two trucking companies and their drivers were negligent.