Tim Spears
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#BREAKING Indiana won't redraw congressional maps due to lack of votes in Senate
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Indiana won't redraw congressional maps due to lack of votes in Senate
Indiana Senate will not redraw congressional maps due to lack of votes, Senate President Pro Tem Rodric Bray announced.
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November 14, 2025 at 7:44 PM
#BREAKING Indiana won't redraw congressional maps due to lack of votes in Senate
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Indiana’s ABA Working Group, which has been gathering feedback on how to sustain state support for the popular autism therapy, has submitted five recommendations to the FSSA:
November 12, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Indiana’s ABA Working Group, which has been gathering feedback on how to sustain state support for the popular autism therapy, has submitted five recommendations to the FSSA:
Indiana Gov. Mike Braun on the Senate’s proposed deal to end the government shutdown: “Hopefully they’ll get it across the finish line” @wishtv.com
November 10, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Indiana Gov. Mike Braun on the Senate’s proposed deal to end the government shutdown: “Hopefully they’ll get it across the finish line” @wishtv.com
The Boone County Prosector’s Office says it may take more than a week to decide whether to file criminal charges in the death of Maria Rios Perez.
She was the house cleaner shot and killed outside a Whitestown home when she arrived at a mistaken address.
She was the house cleaner shot and killed outside a Whitestown home when she arrived at a mistaken address.
November 10, 2025 at 12:41 AM
The Boone County Prosector’s Office says it may take more than a week to decide whether to file criminal charges in the death of Maria Rios Perez.
She was the house cleaner shot and killed outside a Whitestown home when she arrived at a mistaken address.
She was the house cleaner shot and killed outside a Whitestown home when she arrived at a mistaken address.
Two runners died after medical emergencies during Saturdays Monumental Marathon in Indianapolis
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2 die after medical emergencies during Monumental Marathon
Two people died during the Monumental Marathon in Indianapolis. Organizers confirm medical emergencies, but prioritize participant safety.
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November 9, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Two runners died after medical emergencies during Saturdays Monumental Marathon in Indianapolis
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Services will be held Sunday for a woman killed outside a Whitestown home, as prosecutors begin their review of the shooting. www.wishtv.com/news/visitat...
Visitation and Celebration of Life set for woman shot outside Whitestown home
Services for Maria Florinda Rios Perez De Velasquez, who was fatally shot outside a Whitestown home, will be held Sunday.
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November 9, 2025 at 12:35 AM
Services will be held Sunday for a woman killed outside a Whitestown home, as prosecutors begin their review of the shooting. www.wishtv.com/news/visitat...
Indiana University’s former student newspaper adviser talked to me about his lawsuit against IU and why he believes his firing was meant to censor student journalists www.wishtv.com/news/fired-n...
Fired newspaper adviser discusses Indiana University lawsuit
Former director of student media at Indiana University discusses lawsuit against IU, claiming censorship and violation of free speech rights.
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November 8, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Indiana University’s former student newspaper adviser talked to me about his lawsuit against IU and why he believes his firing was meant to censor student journalists www.wishtv.com/news/fired-n...
After more than 200 years in print, the 2026 Farmers’ Almanac will mark its final edition. www.farmersalmanac.com/fond-farewel...
A Fond Farewell
After more than 200 years of sharing wit and wisdom, the 2026 Farmers' Almanac will be our last edition. But our story stays alive in you.
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November 7, 2025 at 4:25 AM
After more than 200 years in print, the 2026 Farmers’ Almanac will mark its final edition. www.farmersalmanac.com/fond-farewel...
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Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita has filed a lawsuit against Indianapolis Public Schools over its immigration policies, claiming they violate the state's anti-sanctuary law. IPS requires legal documentation before allowing federal agencies to enter its facilities.
Indiana attorney general sues IPS over immigration policies
Indiana Attorney General sues Indianapolis Public Schools over immigration policies, alleging violation of state law. Lawsuit seeks to end policies.
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November 7, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita has filed a lawsuit against Indianapolis Public Schools over its immigration policies, claiming they violate the state's anti-sanctuary law. IPS requires legal documentation before allowing federal agencies to enter its facilities.
The Indiana Attorney General is suing Indianapolis Public Schools for interfering with federal immigration enforcement, even preventing an ICE deportation.
The school system calls it “silly litigation and political posturing” www.wishtv.com/news/i-team-...
The school system calls it “silly litigation and political posturing” www.wishtv.com/news/i-team-...
Indiana attorney general sues IPS over immigration policies
Indiana Attorney General sues Indianapolis Public Schools over immigration policies, alleging violation of state law. Lawsuit seeks to end policies.
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November 7, 2025 at 1:48 AM
The Indiana Attorney General is suing Indianapolis Public Schools for interfering with federal immigration enforcement, even preventing an ICE deportation.
The school system calls it “silly litigation and political posturing” www.wishtv.com/news/i-team-...
The school system calls it “silly litigation and political posturing” www.wishtv.com/news/i-team-...
Police are investigating a reported rape at the Chi Phi fraternity house at Indiana University’s Bloomington campus; one of three reported assaults on campus over the weekend.
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IU police investigate 3 sexual assault reports on campus over weekend
Reported rapes at Indiana University's Chi Phi fraternity house and other locations are under investigation. Students express concern for campus safety.
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November 6, 2025 at 1:28 AM
Police are investigating a reported rape at the Chi Phi fraternity house at Indiana University’s Bloomington campus; one of three reported assaults on campus over the weekend.
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Indiana University will allow the student newspaper, the Indiana Daily Student, to resume its print publication
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IU chancellor reverses decision to end printing of Indiana Daily Student
Indiana University reverses decision to halt printing of Indiana Daily Student, citing financial concerns. Editorial independence remains intact.
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October 31, 2025 at 2:15 AM
Indiana University will allow the student newspaper, the Indiana Daily Student, to resume its print publication
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Circle City Broadcasting — parent company of WISH-TV — is expanding!
The company has reached a definitive agreement to acquire WRTV-ABC for $83M.
Full story ➡️ https://www.wishtv.com/news/circle-city-broadcasting-reaches-agreement-to-purchase-wrtv-abc-for-83-million/
The company has reached a definitive agreement to acquire WRTV-ABC for $83M.
Full story ➡️ https://www.wishtv.com/news/circle-city-broadcasting-reaches-agreement-to-purchase-wrtv-abc-for-83-million/
October 28, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Circle City Broadcasting — parent company of WISH-TV — is expanding!
The company has reached a definitive agreement to acquire WRTV-ABC for $83M.
Full story ➡️ https://www.wishtv.com/news/circle-city-broadcasting-reaches-agreement-to-purchase-wrtv-abc-for-83-million/
The company has reached a definitive agreement to acquire WRTV-ABC for $83M.
Full story ➡️ https://www.wishtv.com/news/circle-city-broadcasting-reaches-agreement-to-purchase-wrtv-abc-for-83-million/
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WISH-TV has reached an agreement to be distributed on Hulu and YouTube TV. Activation is expected within 75 days, bringing even more ways for viewers to stay connected with Central Indiana’s trusted local news source.
Stay tuned for updates & thank you for watching WISH-TV, wherever you stream!
Stay tuned for updates & thank you for watching WISH-TV, wherever you stream!
October 27, 2025 at 3:42 PM
WISH-TV has reached an agreement to be distributed on Hulu and YouTube TV. Activation is expected within 75 days, bringing even more ways for viewers to stay connected with Central Indiana’s trusted local news source.
Stay tuned for updates & thank you for watching WISH-TV, wherever you stream!
Stay tuned for updates & thank you for watching WISH-TV, wherever you stream!
BREAKING: Gov. Mike Braun is calling a special session of the Indiana General Assembly on Nov. 3 to redraw the state’s congressional maps
This follows multiple visits by Vice President JD Vance and personal requests from President Donald Trump
This follows multiple visits by Vice President JD Vance and personal requests from President Donald Trump
October 27, 2025 at 1:15 PM
BREAKING: Gov. Mike Braun is calling a special session of the Indiana General Assembly on Nov. 3 to redraw the state’s congressional maps
This follows multiple visits by Vice President JD Vance and personal requests from President Donald Trump
This follows multiple visits by Vice President JD Vance and personal requests from President Donald Trump
For the second time this month, an Indianapolis police chase ends with a deadly crash.
One attorney I talked to worries these police pursuits taking a deadly turn have become too common. www.wishtv.com/news/crime-w...
One attorney I talked to worries these police pursuits taking a deadly turn have become too common. www.wishtv.com/news/crime-w...
Southwest side police chase ends in fatal crash at Raymond, Harding streets
One person dead and another critically injured after a police chase ends in a crash with a semi in Indianapolis.
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October 26, 2025 at 7:17 PM
For the second time this month, an Indianapolis police chase ends with a deadly crash.
One attorney I talked to worries these police pursuits taking a deadly turn have become too common. www.wishtv.com/news/crime-w...
One attorney I talked to worries these police pursuits taking a deadly turn have become too common. www.wishtv.com/news/crime-w...
“Blocked! Snuffed! Rubbed out! Erased!”
It’s been 10 years since the Miracle on Techwood. The iconic call by @markjonesespn.bsky.social
It’s been 10 years since the Miracle on Techwood. The iconic call by @markjonesespn.bsky.social
October 25, 2025 at 12:34 AM
“Blocked! Snuffed! Rubbed out! Erased!”
It’s been 10 years since the Miracle on Techwood. The iconic call by @markjonesespn.bsky.social
It’s been 10 years since the Miracle on Techwood. The iconic call by @markjonesespn.bsky.social
Despite personal appeals from President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance, Senate Republicans say there's not enough support for redistricting Indiana
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Senate Republicans say there's not enough support for redistricting Indiana
Indiana Senate spokesperson says there is not enough support for redistricting the state, despite discussions with Trump and Vice President Vance.
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October 23, 2025 at 12:35 AM
Despite personal appeals from President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance, Senate Republicans say there's not enough support for redistricting Indiana
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Incredibly proud of how WISH-TV has prioritized community solutions to the violent crime we have to cover too often in Indianapolis.
Now IndyGo is hopping on board to help share these life-saving messages. www.wishtv.com/news/wish-tv...
Now IndyGo is hopping on board to help share these life-saving messages. www.wishtv.com/news/wish-tv...
WISH-TV’s youth violence campaign announces partnership with IndyGo
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Circle City Broadcasting, the parent company of WISH-TV, has announced a major partnership between its Youth Alternatives to Violence and Crime (YATVAC) campaign and IndyGo. The ...
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October 20, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Incredibly proud of how WISH-TV has prioritized community solutions to the violent crime we have to cover too often in Indianapolis.
Now IndyGo is hopping on board to help share these life-saving messages. www.wishtv.com/news/wish-tv...
Now IndyGo is hopping on board to help share these life-saving messages. www.wishtv.com/news/wish-tv...
This is the response from the White House press team when I asked for comment on today’s “No Kings” protests:
“Who cares?”
“Who cares?”
October 18, 2025 at 10:42 PM
This is the response from the White House press team when I asked for comment on today’s “No Kings” protests:
“Who cares?”
“Who cares?”
More than half of the Indianapolis City-County Council has signed a letter criticizing AES and the City for a proposed rate hike
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City-County councilors condemn proposed AES settlement
Indianapolis City-County Council demands public hearings on proposed settlement between city and AES Indiana over rate hike and billing issues.
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October 17, 2025 at 2:56 PM
More than half of the Indianapolis City-County Council has signed a letter criticizing AES and the City for a proposed rate hike
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After Mark Cuban tweeted this, I emailed to ask whether his donation invalidates any claims from IU Bloomington that it was a purely financial decision to shut down the print newspaper
Cuban: “I don’t have any details beyond what I read like everyone else. So I don’t know what exactly is going on.”
Cuban: “I don’t have any details beyond what I read like everyone else. So I don’t know what exactly is going on.”
October 16, 2025 at 4:53 PM
After Mark Cuban tweeted this, I emailed to ask whether his donation invalidates any claims from IU Bloomington that it was a purely financial decision to shut down the print newspaper
Cuban: “I don’t have any details beyond what I read like everyone else. So I don’t know what exactly is going on.”
Cuban: “I don’t have any details beyond what I read like everyone else. So I don’t know what exactly is going on.”
Among the violations at an Indiana naval installation: Improperly stored mortar rounds near red phosphorus, causing a fire www.wishtv.com/news/i-team-...
Indiana naval installation accused of mishandling hazardous waste, explosives
Federal regulators say an Indiana naval installation mishandled hazardous waste and explosives, posing potential risks to the environment.
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October 12, 2025 at 8:22 PM
Among the violations at an Indiana naval installation: Improperly stored mortar rounds near red phosphorus, causing a fire www.wishtv.com/news/i-team-...
Mark Sanchez is out of the hospital and has been released from jail. His mug shot was taken this morning.
Sanchez has been charged with a felony count of battery resulting in serious bodily injury and several misdemeanors for starting a downtown fight where he was stabbed.
Sanchez has been charged with a felony count of battery resulting in serious bodily injury and several misdemeanors for starting a downtown fight where he was stabbed.
October 12, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Mark Sanchez is out of the hospital and has been released from jail. His mug shot was taken this morning.
Sanchez has been charged with a felony count of battery resulting in serious bodily injury and several misdemeanors for starting a downtown fight where he was stabbed.
Sanchez has been charged with a felony count of battery resulting in serious bodily injury and several misdemeanors for starting a downtown fight where he was stabbed.
60 teenagers from across Indianapolis spent their Friday night with police officers, faith leaders, and community activists for a youth lock-in as part of Faith & Blue Weekend. tinyurl.com/3uzdrsu7
Police and community unite for youth lock-in event in Indianapolis
Police officers and community leaders strengthen bonds with teenagers in Indianapolis through a lock-in event focused on open dialogue and activities.
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October 11, 2025 at 4:38 PM
60 teenagers from across Indianapolis spent their Friday night with police officers, faith leaders, and community activists for a youth lock-in as part of Faith & Blue Weekend. tinyurl.com/3uzdrsu7