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Indiana native Chase Briscoe just missed his second-straight Daytona 500 pole, but will start on the front row for Sunday's race.
Kyle Busch grabs Daytona 500 pole, chasing a win that has eluded him for 20 starts
Indiana native Chase Briscoe will start on the front row for the Daytona 500 for the second straight year.
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February 12, 2026 at 3:42 AM
Indiana native Chase Briscoe just missed his second-straight Daytona 500 pole, but will start on the front row for Sunday's race.
A Connersville man is in an Ohio jail after police say he fled a traffic stop, crashed just after crossing over the Indiana border and was then found hiding in a dumpster.
Connersville man found hiding in dumpster following Ohio police chase and crash
Police say David Morris fled the scene on foot after crashing on an on-ramp just after crossing the Indiana border.
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February 11, 2026 at 10:17 PM
A Connersville man is in an Ohio jail after police say he fled a traffic stop, crashed just after crossing over the Indiana border and was then found hiding in a dumpster.
Canadian police say eight people, including the suspect, are dead after a shooting at a school in British Columbia, with two more people found dead at a home.
Twenty-five others were reportedly injured in the shooting.
Twenty-five others were reportedly injured in the shooting.
'Multiple victims' in school shooting in northeastern British Columbia, Canadian police say
Canadian police say there are “multiple victims” in a shooting at a high school in the northeast part of the province of British Columbia. Royal Canadian Mounted...
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February 11, 2026 at 3:21 AM
Canadian police say eight people, including the suspect, are dead after a shooting at a school in British Columbia, with two more people found dead at a home.
Twenty-five others were reportedly injured in the shooting.
Twenty-five others were reportedly injured in the shooting.
Indiana may have some competition in trying to lure the Chicago Bears out of the Windy City.
New Iowa bill hopes to lure the Chicago Bears to the Hawkeye State
The Bears' search for a new stadium has taken them across Illinois to Indiana, and now Iowa legislators are hoping their neighbors might look west.
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February 11, 2026 at 12:49 AM
Indiana may have some competition in trying to lure the Chicago Bears out of the Windy City.
The Seattle Seahawks pummeled the New England Patriots 29-13 on Sunday to win the franchise’s second Super Bowl.
Seahawks ride their 'Dark Side' defense to a Super Bowl title, pounding the Patriots 29-13
After two weeks of hype and anticipation, the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks faced off in Super Bowl 60. (AP Photo)
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February 9, 2026 at 3:42 AM
The Seattle Seahawks pummeled the New England Patriots 29-13 on Sunday to win the franchise’s second Super Bowl.
Firefighters say the fire was contained to a conveyor belt and mechanical system and that they were able to bring the fire under control in "about 20 minutes."
Conveyor belt, mechanical system catch fire at Amazon distribution center in Plainfield
All employees were accounted for and no injuries were reported, officials said.
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February 9, 2026 at 12:40 AM
Firefighters say the fire was contained to a conveyor belt and mechanical system and that they were able to bring the fire under control in "about 20 minutes."
Johnny Furphy took a bad fall in the third quarter and was ruled out for the rest of the game with right leg soreness during the Pacers 122-104 loss to the Raptors on Sunday.
Pacers collapse in 3rd quarter, Furphy suffers leg injury in 122-104 loss to Raptors
Johnny Furphy left after taking a bad fall in the third quarter. The Pacers said he was out with right leg soreness.
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February 8, 2026 at 11:52 PM
Johnny Furphy took a bad fall in the third quarter and was ruled out for the rest of the game with right leg soreness during the Pacers 122-104 loss to the Raptors on Sunday.
A third quarter collapse sees the Pacers drop their 40th game of the season after falling to the Toronto Raptors 122-104 on Sunday.
All-Star Pascal Siakam led Indiana in scoring with 18 points.
(📸: Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press via AP)
All-Star Pascal Siakam led Indiana in scoring with 18 points.
(📸: Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press via AP)
February 8, 2026 at 10:34 PM
A third quarter collapse sees the Pacers drop their 40th game of the season after falling to the Toronto Raptors 122-104 on Sunday.
All-Star Pascal Siakam led Indiana in scoring with 18 points.
(📸: Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press via AP)
All-Star Pascal Siakam led Indiana in scoring with 18 points.
(📸: Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press via AP)
IMPD has begun a homicide investigation after finding a body inside a vehicle Sunday afternoon on Indy's near northwest side.
IMPD begins homicide investigation after body found inside burned vehicle on Indy's near northwest side
IMPD says officers were called to the area of West 29th Street and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street around 1:15 p.m. on Feb. 8.
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February 8, 2026 at 10:02 PM
IMPD has begun a homicide investigation after finding a body inside a vehicle Sunday afternoon on Indy's near northwest side.
IMPD is investigating after a pedestrian was hit and killed Saturday night on the east side of Indianapolis.
Pedestrian struck, killed on Indy's east side
IMPD says officers were called near the intersection of Shadeland Avenue and Pendleton Pike around 10:30 p.m. on Feb. 7.
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February 8, 2026 at 5:14 AM
IMPD is investigating after a pedestrian was hit and killed Saturday night on the east side of Indianapolis.
Something no family ever wants to do is have to search for a missing loved one.
But on Saturday, families who have gone through the pain of having a loved one go missing gathered in Indianapolis to raise awareness.
But on Saturday, families who have gone through the pain of having a loved one go missing gathered in Indianapolis to raise awareness.
Hoosier families gather to remember and raise awareness for missing loved ones
Organizers said the event was about reminding the public that these missing persons cases remain open and to provide support to all the families involved.
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February 7, 2026 at 11:41 PM
Something no family ever wants to do is have to search for a missing loved one.
But on Saturday, families who have gone through the pain of having a loved one go missing gathered in Indianapolis to raise awareness.
But on Saturday, families who have gone through the pain of having a loved one go missing gathered in Indianapolis to raise awareness.
Finley Bizjack scored 23 points while Michael Ajayi grabbed a whopping 19 rebounds, but Butler could not overcome a second half scoring slump in Saturday's loss to Marquette.
Butler collapses just before halftime, drops 4th straight game 70-55 to Marquette
Finley Bizjack led the Bulldogs in scoring with 23 points while Michael Ajayi grabbed a whopping 19 rebounds.
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February 7, 2026 at 10:51 PM
Finley Bizjack scored 23 points while Michael Ajayi grabbed a whopping 19 rebounds, but Butler could not overcome a second half scoring slump in Saturday's loss to Marquette.
Brad Arnold, the founder, lead singer and songwriter of the rock band 3 Doors Down, died Saturday at the age of 47.
Brad Arnold, lead singer of 3 Doors Down, dies at 47
The 47-year-old lead singer of 3 Doors Down passed away "peacefully," after a battle with kidney cancer. (AP)
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February 7, 2026 at 8:56 PM
Brad Arnold, the founder, lead singer and songwriter of the rock band 3 Doors Down, died Saturday at the age of 47.
Fletcher Loyer scored 18 points and made a go-ahead 3-pointer with 51 seconds left Saturday to lead No. 12 Purdue past Oregon 68-64.
Fletcher Loyer's final minute-scoring flurry helps No. 12 Purdue rally late to get past Oregon 68-64
Loyer scored 18 points and made a go-ahead 3-pointer with 51 seconds left to help seal the victory for the twelfth-ranked Boilermakers on Saturday.
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February 7, 2026 at 8:43 PM
Fletcher Loyer scored 18 points and made a go-ahead 3-pointer with 51 seconds left Saturday to lead No. 12 Purdue past Oregon 68-64.
Lamar Wilkerson made two free throws with 2.8 seconds left in overtime to lift Indiana to a 78-77 victory over Wisconsin on Saturday.
Lamar Wilkerson's free throws in OT give Indiana 78-77 win over Wisconsin
Wilkerson finished 1 of 8 from the arc but made all eight of his free throws that came in the final minute of regulation and overtime.
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February 7, 2026 at 8:28 PM
Lamar Wilkerson made two free throws with 2.8 seconds left in overtime to lift Indiana to a 78-77 victory over Wisconsin on Saturday.
The investment follows a safety study conducted regarding the Hegewisch Station after 22-year-old Ball State journalism alumnus Grace Bentkowski was struck by a train she could not reportedly see in July 2024.
South Shore Line investing $2.75 million in safety upgrades after 2024 death of Ball State graduate
On July 25, 2024, 22-year-old Grace Bentkowski was hit and killed by a train that she could not see due to her view being blocked by a concrete pillar.
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February 7, 2026 at 1:25 AM
The investment follows a safety study conducted regarding the Hegewisch Station after 22-year-old Ball State journalism alumnus Grace Bentkowski was struck by a train she could not reportedly see in July 2024.
While the advisory has been lifted effective immediately, Speedway town officials are asking the the public to take steps to flush household plumbing and appliances to clear any stagnant or potentially impacted water from their systems.
Speedway lifts boil water advisory after 6 days
Town officials said the advisory was due to three different water main ruptures on Sunday, Feb. 1.
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February 6, 2026 at 9:30 PM
While the advisory has been lifted effective immediately, Speedway town officials are asking the the public to take steps to flush household plumbing and appliances to clear any stagnant or potentially impacted water from their systems.
Jacfar Abdi is accused of shooting a man during an armed robbery in November 2023 at The District at Saxony Apartments in Fishers.
Noblesville man accused of 2023 Fishers shooting arrested by FBI agents in Egypt
Police say Jacfar Abdi allegedly fled the United States after he shot a man during an armed robbery at a Fishers apartment complex in November 2023.
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February 6, 2026 at 8:26 PM
Jacfar Abdi is accused of shooting a man during an armed robbery in November 2023 at The District at Saxony Apartments in Fishers.
BREAKING NEWS: Former Indianapolis Colts kicker Adam Vinatieri and Purdue great Drew Brees have been selected for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026!
Vinatieri, Brees among Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026
Five players were selected for enshrinement in Canton this summer.
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February 6, 2026 at 3:14 AM
BREAKING NEWS: Former Indianapolis Colts kicker Adam Vinatieri and Purdue great Drew Brees have been selected for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026!
The Pacers made a big move just before the NBA trade deadline.
DETAILS: https://www.wthr.com/article/sports/nba/indiana-pacers/indiana-pacers-trade-bennedict-mathurin-isaiah-jackson-picks-los-angeles-clippers-center-ivica-zubac/531-89580d6a-f3f2-4931-9fab-7074d5da8f81
(📸: AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
DETAILS: https://www.wthr.com/article/sports/nba/indiana-pacers/indiana-pacers-trade-bennedict-mathurin-isaiah-jackson-picks-los-angeles-clippers-center-ivica-zubac/531-89580d6a-f3f2-4931-9fab-7074d5da8f81
(📸: AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
February 5, 2026 at 8:13 PM
The Pacers made a big move just before the NBA trade deadline.
DETAILS: https://www.wthr.com/article/sports/nba/indiana-pacers/indiana-pacers-trade-bennedict-mathurin-isaiah-jackson-picks-los-angeles-clippers-center-ivica-zubac/531-89580d6a-f3f2-4931-9fab-7074d5da8f81
(📸: AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
DETAILS: https://www.wthr.com/article/sports/nba/indiana-pacers/indiana-pacers-trade-bennedict-mathurin-isaiah-jackson-picks-los-angeles-clippers-center-ivica-zubac/531-89580d6a-f3f2-4931-9fab-7074d5da8f81
(📸: AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
A sixth person has been arrested in connection with the Jan. 18 shooting of a Tippecanoe County judge and his wife.
Sixth person arrested in shooting of Tippecanoe County judge and his wife
Nevaeh Bell is charged with 12 felonies following her arrest in connection with the Jan. 18 shooting.
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February 5, 2026 at 1:16 AM
A sixth person has been arrested in connection with the Jan. 18 shooting of a Tippecanoe County judge and his wife.
Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam was named an NBA All-Star for the fourth time in his career Sunday afternoon.
Pacers forward Pascal Siakam named NBA All-Star for 4th time in his career
Siakam is averaging 23.8 points per game and 6.9 rebounds per game, which leads all other Pacers players so far this season.
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February 2, 2026 at 12:08 AM
Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam was named an NBA All-Star for the fourth time in his career Sunday afternoon.
In a press conference Sunday afternoon, Fishers police say 39-year-old Tyler Thomas picked up 17-year-old Hailey Buzbee on Jan. 6 and took her to his house in Columbus, Ohio, as well as a short-term rental property in Hocking County, Ohio.
Missing Fishers teen Hailey Buzbee 'believed to be deceased;' 39-year-old suspect in custody in Ohio
Police say Tyler Thomas picked up Hailey Buzbee Jan. 6 and took her to his house in Columbus, Ohio, as well as a short-term rental property in Hocking County, Ohio.
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February 1, 2026 at 11:04 PM
In a press conference Sunday afternoon, Fishers police say 39-year-old Tyler Thomas picked up 17-year-old Hailey Buzbee on Jan. 6 and took her to his house in Columbus, Ohio, as well as a short-term rental property in Hocking County, Ohio.
Fishers police will hold a press conference at 5 p.m. Feb. 1 to provide an update on missing 17-year-old Hailey Buzbee. It will stream live on WTHR+.
Fishers police to host press conference, provide update on search for missing 17-year-old
Fishers Police Chief Ed Gebhart will provide an update on the search for Hailey Buzbee at 5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 1. The press conference will stream live on WTHR+.
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February 1, 2026 at 9:01 PM
Fishers police will hold a press conference at 5 p.m. Feb. 1 to provide an update on missing 17-year-old Hailey Buzbee. It will stream live on WTHR+.
BACK IN THE WIN COLUMN! 🚂
Fletcher Loyer went OFF, leading the Boilermakers in scoring with 29 points, while Braden Smith added 19 to help No. 12 Purdue rout Maryland 93-63 on Sunday and snap a three-game losing streak.
(📸: AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Fletcher Loyer went OFF, leading the Boilermakers in scoring with 29 points, while Braden Smith added 19 to help No. 12 Purdue rout Maryland 93-63 on Sunday and snap a three-game losing streak.
(📸: AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
February 1, 2026 at 8:13 PM
BACK IN THE WIN COLUMN! 🚂
Fletcher Loyer went OFF, leading the Boilermakers in scoring with 29 points, while Braden Smith added 19 to help No. 12 Purdue rout Maryland 93-63 on Sunday and snap a three-game losing streak.
(📸: AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Fletcher Loyer went OFF, leading the Boilermakers in scoring with 29 points, while Braden Smith added 19 to help No. 12 Purdue rout Maryland 93-63 on Sunday and snap a three-game losing streak.
(📸: AP Photo/Terrance Williams)