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Force’s announcement came 17 months after he sustained a traumatic brain injury in a fiery wreck at Virginia Motorsports Park.
NHRA great John Force formally retires 17 months after traumatic brain injury
John Force, a 16-time Funny Car champion and the face of NHRA drag racing for nearly four decades, has formally retired.
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November 14, 2025 at 3:43 AM
Congratulations to former Indianapolis Indians pitcher Paul Skenes on his first Cy Young Award! ⚾
Pirates ace Paul Skenes wins first Cy Young Award and Tigers star Tarik Skubal goes back-to-back
Paul Skenes has won the National League Cy Young Award in a unanimous vote, becoming the first pitcher in 40 years to win Rookie of the Year one season and a Cy...
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November 13, 2025 at 6:38 AM
BREAKING NEWS: President Trump has signed a bill ending the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
President Trump signs bill ending government shutdown
President Donald Trump has signed legislation ending the longest government shutdown in U.S. history and reopening the federal government.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:27 AM
BREAKING NEWS: The House has passed the Senate's funding bill to reopen the government, pending President Trump's approval.
House approves bill to end government shutdown, next heads to Trump for signature
The longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history is nearly over.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:26 AM
The Cowboys held a candlelight vigil Wednesday in memory of Marshawn Kneeland and announced plans to support his girlfriend, Caralina Mancera, and her baby as they honor Kneeland's legacy.
Cowboys head coach reveals Marshawn Kneeland's girlfriend is pregnant, vows to honor late defensive lineman on the field
Dallas Coach Schottenheimer shares an emotional tribute after the loss of Marshawn Kneeland, emphasizing team support for his legacy and family.
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November 13, 2025 at 12:09 AM
So many amazing shots of the Northern Lights from our viewers across Indiana tonight, we just had to put them in a gallery!

CHECK THEM OUT: https://www.wthr.com/gallery/weather/photos-northern-lights-over-indiana-nov-11-2025/531-babd76e2-ba4c-4dae-b517-6ae78eeae289 

(Jarrod Kitchen/Hartford City)
November 12, 2025 at 3:43 AM
Indiana remains ranked second in the latest College Football Playoff rankings, one spot behind Ohio State.
Hoosiers still No. 2 in latest CFP rankings
Indiana's thrilling win over Penn State Saturday kept them near the top of the latest College Football Playoff rankings, released Tuesday night.
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November 12, 2025 at 1:04 AM
Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase and right-handed starter Luis Ortiz have been indicted on federal charges in connection with an alleged gambling scheme involving manipulated baseball bets.
Two Cleveland Guardians’ players indicted in alleged sports betting scheme
Both players face multiple felony counts, including wire fraud and bribery conspiracy.
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November 9, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Jonathan Taylor completed a 244-yard rushing day with an 8-yard touchdown run in overtime to give the Indianapolis Colts a 31-25 victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday in Germany.
Taylor runs for 244 yards and 3 TDs for Colts in 31-25 OT win over Falcons in Berlin
Taylor is the fourth player in NFL history to have at least 200 rushing yards and at least three rushing TDs in a game twice in a career.
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November 9, 2025 at 7:33 PM
C.J. Carr threw for 218 yards and three touchdowns and No. 10 Notre Dame beat Navy 49-10 on a snowy Saturday night for its seventh consecutive victory.
Carr throws 3 TD passes on snowy night to lead No. 10 Notre Dame past Navy, 49-10
Carr completed 13 of 16 passes and Notre Dame led 42-10 when he gave way to backup quarterback Kenny Minchey late in the third quarter.
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November 9, 2025 at 4:51 AM
Two participants in the 2025 CNO Financial Indianapolis Monumental Marathon died following "separate, unrelated medical emergencies," organizers said Saturday.
2 runners die from 'medical emergencies' during Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
The two runners died following "separate, unrelated medical emergencies," organizers said.
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November 9, 2025 at 4:47 AM
THE HOOSIERS HANG ON! 🏈🔥

After losing the lead late in the fourth quarter, Fernando Mendoza led a 73-yard game-winning drive, capped off with an incredible touchdown pass to Omar Cooper Jr., to give No. 2 Indiana a 27-24 win over Penn State in Happy Valley.

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November 8, 2025 at 8:46 PM
Shred-It Day returns today to give central Indiana residents the chance to properly dispose of paper and electronic items.

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November 8, 2025 at 3:13 PM
COATS FOR KIDS | Distribution is today from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Indiana State Fairgrounds in the Blue Ribbon Pavilion.

Children can pick out a free warm winter coat, scarf, hat and gloves.🧥
November 8, 2025 at 3:08 PM
UPS and FedEx will ground their fleets of McDonnell Douglas MD-11 planes “out of an abundance of caution” following a deadly crash at the UPS global aviation hub in Kentucky, the companies announced late Friday.
UPS, FedEx grounding MD-11 planes following deadly Kentucky crash
The MD-11 aircrafts make up about 9% of of the UPS airline fleet and 4% of the FedEx fleet, according to the companies.
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November 8, 2025 at 7:10 AM
BREAKING NEWS: The Supreme Court has granted the Trump administration’s emergency appeal to temporarily block a court order to fully fund SNAP food aid payments.
Supreme Court issues emergency order to block full SNAP food aid payments
The Supreme Court has granted the Trump administration’s emergency appeal to temporarily block a court order to fully fund SNAP food aid payments amid the...
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November 8, 2025 at 2:49 AM
Visitation and a celebration of life for Maria Florinda Rios Perez will be held Sunday in Indianapolis.
Services set for woman fatally shot outside Whitestown home
Visitation and a celebration of life for Maria Florinda Rios Perez will be held Sunday in Indianapolis.
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November 8, 2025 at 1:40 AM
IT TAKES TWO SECONDS TO SHARE: Police in Carmel are searching for 13-year-old Hayat Taylor Secen, who was last seen near Clay Middle School.

If you have information about her location, call the Carmel Police Department immediately at 317-571-2580.
Police searching for 13-year-old girl last seen near Carmel school
Hayat Taylor Secen was last seen around Clay Middle School in Carmel, police said.
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November 8, 2025 at 12:04 AM
AJ Foyt Racing has signed 23-year-old Brazilian driver Caio Collet to drive the full 2026 IndyCar season in their No. 4 Chevrolet.
AJ Foyt Racing signs Indy NXT runner-up Collet for full 2026 IndyCar campaign
Caio Collet will drive the No. 4 Chevrolet with backing from Brazilian logistics company Combitrans Amazonia in all 17 IndyCar races.
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November 6, 2025 at 10:21 PM
The Indiana Pacers are making more roster moves as the team continues to deal with multiple injuries.
Report: Pacers sign Monte Morris, waive Mac McClung
​Throughout eight seasons in the NBA, Morris has career averages of 9.5 points per game, 2.4 rebounds per game and 3.6 assists per game.
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November 6, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Thousands of flights will be canceled nationwide starting Friday morning at 40 U.S. airports, including Indianapolis International.
Is your airport affected by FAA service cuts? See the full list
These 40 airports are set to see flight cancellations starting Friday.
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November 6, 2025 at 4:52 AM
Longtime Pacers center Myles Turner was dressed in a Bucks jersey at Gainbridge Monday after signing a free-agent deal in July. Fans serenaded him with boos all night, starting during a pregame video tribute.
Antetokounmpo hits buzzer-beater to send Bucks past Pacers 117-115 in Turner's Indy return
Giannis Antetokounmpo made a 17-foot buzzer-beating jumper to give the Milwaukee Bucks a 117-115 victory over the short-handed Indiana Pacers on Monday.
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November 4, 2025 at 5:43 AM
UPDATE: IMPD says two juvenile males suffered "grave" injuries and are "not expected to survive" following a shooting near 38th Street and Central Avenue on Indy's north side Sunday afternoon.
IMPD: 2 teen boys 'not expected to survive' after north Indianapolis shooting
Police say the shooting happened around 3:18 p.m. Sunday near 38th Street and Central Avenue.
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November 2, 2025 at 11:30 PM
The pastor says if the government shutdown continues, he plans to keep handing out gift cards on what he calls 'SNAP Sunday' to make sure Hoosiers are fed.
Retired pastor starts 'SNAP Sunday' to help Indianapolis neighbors who rely on benefits
The pastor says if the government shutdown continues, he plans to keep handing out gift cards on what he calls, 'SNAP Sunday' to make sure Hoosiers stay fed.
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November 2, 2025 at 10:18 PM
The Colts commit six turnovers as they fall to 7-2 after dropping Sunday's game to the Steelers, 27-20.

(📸: AP Photo/Matt Freed)
November 2, 2025 at 9:24 PM