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Indiana Supreme Court denies motions to delay execution of man who killed 2 kids
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Supreme Court on Thursday unanimously ordered that Jeffrey Weisheit be executed before sunrise Nov. 5 by lethal injection for the deaths of 5-year-old Caleb Lynch and 8-year-old Alyssa Lynch. The justices were considering whether to delay the 50-year-old’s execution date so he could undergo…
A look inside IU Health's nearly $4.8 billion downtown Indianapolis hospital campus
13News got a look inside the massive medical facility, set to welcome its first patients in December 2027.
Developers, community members discuss future of Washington Square Mall
INDIANAPOLIS — Representatives from BRC Commercial Properties on Thursday hosted a community meeting in Warren Township to introduce their planned development at the Washington Square Mall property. The mall itself remains open, but has experienced a large decline in popularity over the past 20 years. Several anchor…
Trump calls LeBron James a 'disgrace' for not standing still during national anthem
President Donald Trump accused LeBron James of disrespecting the United States after James appeared to continue his warmups while the national anthem was performed.
Former Colts running back reveals Parkinson’s disease diagnosis
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Former Indianapolis Colts running back Marshall Faulk has revealed he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Faulk made the announcement on “The Caring Neurologist” podcast which was published on Wednesday. He said he’s been dealing with the disease for about 18 months. Faulk, who turned…
Trump says he 'heard something about' Justice Department probe into longtime ally Corey Lewandowski
President Donald Trump said he has heard that the Department of Justice is investigating Corey Lewandowski, a longtime ally of Trump.
Indiana police officer arrested for improperly accessing license-plate data
SELLERSBURG, Ind. – A southern Indiana police officer accused of improperly accessing Flock license‑plate recognition data was arrested, state police said Thursday night. Officer Justin Craig was charged in Floyd Superior Court 1 with a low-level felony charge of official misconduct, and two top-level misdemeanor…
Former Colts running back Marshall Faulk reveals Parkinson's diagnosis
Faulk, who played his first five seasons in Indianapolis, publicly shared the health update Wednesday on a medical podcast.
Engling, Bayh duel over key differences in secretary of state race
Democrat Beau Bayh and Republican Max Engling agree on one thing: Indiana’s next secretary of state must investigate Diego Morales, the scandal-plagued outgoing incumbent. But the candidates offered contrasting visions of who should lead such an investigation in the final secretary of state debate Thursday. Bayh wants…
Etsy bans some AI-generated products in new guidelines
Online marketplace Etsy has announced guidelines around AI-generated products but stopped short of banning AI art altogether.
Indiana S.O.S. candidates look ahead following FOX59/CBS4 debate
INDIANAPOLIS -- Following FOX59/CBS4's Secretary of State debate, both Beau Bayh, the Democratic candidate, and Max Engling, the Republican candidate, spoke with reporters, reiterating some of the points from Thursday's debate, as well as providing a look at what the rest of the campaign will look like ahead of Nov…
Actor Michael Gray, known for 'Shazam!' TV show, dies at 75
Michael Gray, who starred on the 1970s TV show "Shazam!" and appeared on "The Brady Bunch," has died. He was 75.
Off-duty Hammond police officer charged with felonies in fatal crash
HAMMOND, Ind. — An off-duty Hammond police officer has been charged with felonies following a crash in Hammond that killed a 73-year-old driver, according to the Indiana State Police. Alonso J. Lopez, 34, of Hammond, is charged with operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated causing death, a mid-level felony, and…
Farmers want a long-term solution for high diesel prices
The USDA will split up $8 billion to farmers across the country to support them, but Hoosier farmers don't expect it to bring as much relief as they'd like.
Gears & girl power: First girls-only, female-instructed bike build at Nine13sports
INDIANAPOLIS — Girls built their own bikes on Thursday at Nine13sports on the city’s near northwest side. “They’re picking up how to use new tools, new skills, but also growing a lot of friendships along the way,” said Amanda Englert, a youth program facilitator with Nine13sports. Nine13sports launched Kids Building…
Grandfather last saw missing 15-year-old daughter after they prayed together
INDIANAPOLIS — Journey Mitchell’s grandfather last saw his teen daughter Friday after they prayed together before he went to bed. Indianapolis police asked the public Thursday for help finding her. Charles Mitchell, who lives near the intersection of West 29th and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. streets, said Journey and…
Father last saw missing 15-year-old daughter after they prayed together
INDIANAPOLIS — Journey Mitchell’s father last saw his teen daughter Friday after they prayed together before he went to bed. Indianapolis police asked the public Thursday for help finding her. Charles Mitchell, who lives near the intersection of West 29th and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. streets, said Journey and some…
IMPD searching for teen last seen on near northwest side
INDIANAPOLIS -- Officials with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department are asking for the public's help in locating a 15-year-old last seen earlier this month on the near northwest side of Indianapolis. According to IMPD, 15-year-old Journey Mitchell was last seen on Oct. 17 in the 800 block of W. 29th Street…
DOJ sending election observers to Indianapolis, Lake County
Federal observers are coming to Indiana's Marion and Lake counties on Election Day as voters in the two heavily Democratic areas cast their votes.
Inside look at the Signia by Hilton Hotel
INDIANAPOLIS - After two years, construction is just about complete for the tallest hotel in the city. The Signia by Hilton is less than 60 days out from its ribbon cutting. FOX59/CBS4 got an exclusive look at how the progress is coming along. When you walk into the new hotel, you can see the oval
'Expect emotion, energy, excitement': Pacers hosts looking forward to home-opener
INDIANAPOLIS — It's a gold out at Gainbridge Fieldhouse as the Pacers bring it back to home court following an emotional win in New Orleans. Thousands of fans will soon fill the seats for the home opener. The energy is special as there's excitement for the season and the return of Tyrese Haliburton. "I think
Indiana Supreme Court rejects inmate’s bid to delay execution for brain scans
Indiana’s highest court unanimously rejected death row inmate Jeffrey Weisheit’s request Thursday to postpone his execution for brain scans, saying the governor’s administration can arrange the testing without a court order, should it choose to do so. “If the board or the governor finds the medical evidence relevant…
Former Hendricks County Animal Control supervisor files lawsuit against shelter
HENDRICKS COUNTY, Ind. — A former supervisor at Hendricks County Animal Control filed a lawsuit alleging the shelter violated the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 following her termination. Previous reporting indicates that LaDonna Hughes ran Hendricks County Animal…
Indy DPW to dismantle temporary calming measures; permanent solutions could be next
INDIANAPOLIS — Beginning this weekend, the city will remove several traffic calming measures installed across the city. Indy DPW said the dismantling is necessary as the city prepares for winter. Neighborhood groups are now looking for permanent solutions for their traffic woes. "No more honking, screeching tires…
Deadline to apply for FEMA flood, storm assistance approaching
NOBLESVILLE, Ind. — This Sunday is the deadline for Indiana flood victims to apply for FEMA assistance. In Noblesville on Thursday, people met with FEMA officials to navigate the application process. It’s been a little more than two months since flooding devastated parts of central Indiana. While some cities, like…
Man taken to hospital after fire breaks out at Indianapolis apartment complex
INDIANAPOLIS — A man was hospitalized after a fire broke out at an apartment complex on the east side of Indianapolis Thursday morning. In a Facebook post, the Indianapolis Fire Department confirmed its crews were dispatched to 2244 Braeburn East Drive around 11:02 a.m. Emergency dispatchers sent IFD to the scene…
Indiana treasurer race draws competing visions for managing state funds
Republican Treasurer Daniel Elliott is touting nearly $1.8 billion in state investment earnings in his bid for a second term, while Democratic challenger Coumba Kebe is calling for greater transparency in how Indiana manages public money. The Nov. 3 election pits a former software engineer and local government…
Commentary: The cost of ‘I Do’ in the disability community
When Patrice Jetter and Garry Wickham became engaged, the first decisions were of small, giddy consequence: where to hold the ceremony, whom to invite, what to wear. But soon enough, a far weightier question eclipsed them all: whether they could afford to marry at all. They learned that, as people with disabilities…
USDA offering $8B in farmer relief payments
Farmers will be eligible to receive one-time payments from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to provide relief for high fuel and input costs. USDA and President Donald Trump announced Monday night at a rally in Kansas that farmers would have $8 billion made available in the Harvest Fuel Relief program. Farm groups…
Senator facing theft investigation says he will resign if reelected, citing ‘changes in my judgment’
Weeks after allegations of shoplifting broke, Republican state Sen. Ron Alting announced he will resign his Senate seat after 28 years if voters reelect him. “Over the past several weeks, I have been undergoing extensive medical evaluation for concerning changes in my judgment, behavior and cognitive functioning. That…
Illegal voting charge filed against noncitizen in Vigo County
Criminal charges have been filed against a Terre Haute man on allegations that he voted illegally in Indiana elections as a noncitizen.