Muncie man arrested after allegedly shooting gun in IHOP over 'wife'
Austen Wable was arrested after allegedly shooting himself while confronting an IHOP line cook and fleeing from police.
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‘Deliberate decision’: Colts fire General Manager Chris Ballard after 10 seasons
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts have parted ways with General Manager Chris Ballard after ten seasons. Owner and CEO Carlie Irsay-Gordon made the announcement in a statement Monday, saying “the sense of urgency has never been higher.” “Our standard is to compete for championships,” Irsay-Gordon said. “I believe…
Chris Ballard out as Colts general manager
INDIANAPOLIS – The tenure of Colts general manager Chris Ballard reached its end. The Colts announced Monday that Ballard has been “relieved of his duties” as the team's GM. The decision comes after the Colts lost to the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, blowing a 13-0 lead as part of a disappointing 2-4 start to the
Here's what we know about the service member who fell to his death at a college football game
A service member died from injuries sustained during a pregame demonstration at a UTSA football game. An investigation is underway.
Engling aims for quick jump from unknown staffer to statewide Indiana office
STATEWIDE (Indiana Capital Chronicle)–Max Engling was a twenty-something Republican staffer for an obscure congressional committee when Kevin McCarthy first encountered him more than a decade ago. McCarthy soon hired Engling for his office while working his way through Republican leadership positions to become speaker…
More than 1.5M pounds of meat and poultry recalled due to 'possible temperature abuse'
Kayem Foods Inc. has recalled more than 1.5 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry products. Here's what consumers should look for.
Air Force identifies service member who fell to his death rappelling at college football game
The man who fell while rappelling from the roof of the San Antonio Alamodome during a pregame ceremony has been identified as a career Air Force instructor.
ISP: 1 dead after I-465 westbound lane closures on north side of Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS -- A confirmed fatal crash on I-465 westbound on the north side of Indianapolis has caused multiple lane closures on Monday morning. According to the Indiana Department of Transportation, a crash on I-465 westbound between Allisonville Avenue and River Road caused multiple lanes to be closed. Officials…
Buyer of Neil Armstrong's childhood home has plans to open it up for public tours
Astronaut Neil Armstrong's childhood home has been bought by a historic group that wants to open it up for tours, showing how the first man on the moon got started.
Officials investigate deck collapse that left several injured in Bloomington
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. -- An investigation is underway after multiple people were injured when a deck collapsed during an off-campus party in Bloomington. The Bloomington Fire Department confirmed that fire crews responded to the 100 block of N. Bryan Avenue around 10:25 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 16. As of this article's…
Miley Cyrus pays tribute to godmother Dolly Parton, wipes away tears during Hollywood Bowl concert
Clutching a tissue while a black-and-white photo of Dolly Parton was projected overhead at the Hollywood Bowl, Miley Cyrus reflected on the death of her godmother.
Crews respond to fire at Indiana Law Enforcement Academy
PLAINFIELD, Ind. – Training will continue as scheduled after a Sunday night fire at the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy. According to the Plainfield Fire Territory, an automated alarm alerted crews to the fire at 5402 S. CR 700 E. around 5:20 p.m. Sunday. Firefighters discovered the fire within a classroom wall and…
2 juveniles arrested after leading police on chase, crashing stolen vehicle into Lawrence home
According to the Lawrence Police Department, an officer saw a sedan speeding near the intersection of 46th Street and Shadeland Avenue around 1:15 a.m. Oct. 19.
Researchers find no evidence of Earhart's plane on South Pacific island
NIKUMARORO, Kiribati – A mysterious object discovered near a remote Pacific island is not the wreckage of Amelia Earhart’s missing plane. Purdue researchers resumed their search Monday after inclement weather stalled progress for several days in the “Taraia Object expedition.” It’s a joint effort by the Archaeological…
Chilly start, pleasant week ahead for central Indiana | Oct. 19, 2026
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A frost advisory remains in effect until 9 a.m. Monday as temperatures dip into the 30s across central Indiana. TODAY Patchy to widespread frost blankets the area this morning, especially north and east of Indianapolis. The frost advisory expires at 9 a.m. Skies will be clear through the…
Engling aims for quick jump from unknown staffer to statewide Indiana office
Max Engling was a twenty-something Republican staffer for an obscure congressional committee when Kevin McCarthy first encountered him more than a decade ago.
Public Question 1: What Indiana’s ballot doesn’t tell you
Early voting is now open in Indiana, and with that comes a powerful question on every Hoosier’s ballot about one of the most fundamental protections in our justice system: the presumption of innocence and right to remain free while awaiting trial: Public Question 1. Indiana lawmakers have proposed an amendment to…
Cool starts, mild afternoons as great stretch arrives
Off to a chilly start this Monday morning with patchy frost and clear skies to start the rush hour. Grab that heavier coat out-the-door, as temperatures are hovering the upper 30s, in most locations. Bright sun will reign today, much like this past weekend, while winds remain light from the southeast at 5 mph. Expect
Canada's 4th largest province to vote Monday on separation
Voters in Alberta will decide Monday whether to begin a process that could lead to independence, testing national unity amid U.S. President Trump's trade war.
Data centers are now the largest financial bet in US history
The sheer size of investment in data centers is drawing concern as it surpasses all other historical booms and crowds out other more job-creating ventures. Until now, no industry had driven the U.S. economy with such force since the railroad expansion of the late 1800s, when titans battled one another to lay the…
2 juveniles arrested after crashing car into house in Lawrence
LAWRENCE, Ind. - The Lawrence Police Department arrested two juveniles after they crashed a car into a home early Monday morning. According to LPD, an officer noticed a sedan driving at a high rate of speed at the intersection of 46th Street and Shadeland Ave. around 1:15 a.m. The officer attempted to catch up to
2 juveniles arrested after crashing car into house in Lawrence
LAWRENCE, Ind. - The Lawrence Police Department arrested two juveniles after they crashed a car into a home early Monday morning. According to LPD, an officer noticed a sedan driving at a high rate of speed at the intersection of 46th Street and Shadeland Ave. around 1:15 a.m. The officer attempted to catch up to
‘Profoundly mentally ill’: Attorney for convicted child killer discusses clemency case
INDIANAPOLIS – The attorney for convicted child killer Jeffrey Weisheit will attempt to convince the Indiana Parole Board that his client should avoid execution during a public clemency hearing on Monday, Oct. 19. Weisheit is scheduled to die by lethal injection on Nov. 5 for the 2010 murders of his then-fiance’s…
Heartland Film Festival wraps up 11-day run, awards $60K in prizes
INDIANAPOLIS — The Heartland Film Festival wrapped up its 11-day run Sunday, showcasing more than 100 independent films in local movie theatres. The buzzworthy lineup features “I Play Rocky,” “Jimmy” and “Wild Horses 9.” Attendee Courtney Trachsel said, “It’s really cool to be the first people to see something like…
New poll shows Trump’s approval ratings falter in Indiana
(FREE PRESS INDIANA) — Hoosier voters are unhappy with President Donald Trump and don’t think the state is heading in the right direction, according to a Free Press Indiana Poll conducted by Bellwether Research. Out of more than 800 likely voters who were surveyed, 54% said they disapprove of the way Trump is handling…
Colts’ Daniel Jones throws two picks vs Titans, says QB play ‘wasn’t consistent enough’
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Indianapolis Colts lost at home to the Tennessee Titans, who were winless coming into the game, on Sunday. The Colts’ defense allowed just 102 passing yards, but committed three offensive turnovers, had a punt blocked, and gave up a 58-yard punt return. Colts quarterback Daniel Jones was…
Here’s why The Sports Bra Indy hasn’t opened yet
(MIRROR INDY) — Kinsey Bussell, 36, has had a basketball in their hand since they could walk. Bussell co-organized WNBGay, a basketball meet-up that centers queer women of color. The organization, which isn’t currently active, has hosted tournaments and watch parties. So it was only fitting that Bussell was excited…
Corydon protesters call on Hoosiers to vote early in latest anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ demonstration
CORYDON, Ind. — A former electrical company employee, a couple wearing frog hats and a Franciscan friar were among about 100 protesters at a Saturday “No Kings” demonstration in Corydon — against the backdrop of the state’s first capitol. The latest in a string of nationwide protests since the start of President…
Only 2 secretary of state candidates invited to televised debate next week
Republican Max Engling and Democrat Beau Bayh are the only candidates invited to a televised secretary of state debate set for next week.
‘I want to live now’: Indiana death row inmate makes clemency plea ahead of execution
Death row inmate Jeffrey Weisheit asked Indiana’s parole board Friday to let him live out his life in prison, but repeatedly struggled to explain why anger at his girlfriend led him to kill her two young children. During 64 minutes of questioning at Indiana State Prison in Michigan City, Weisheit apologized for…
Poll shows Democrat Beau Bayh with advantages in final weeks of Indiana campaign
New poll results show Democrat Beau Bayh with advantages in name identification and voter support over Republican Max Engling going into the final weeks of the race for Indiana secretary of state. The poll, commissioned by the Free Press Indiana news organization, found 43% were likely to vote for Bayh and 35% likely…
Could data center opposition boost Democrats in Indiana House races?
Democrats are looking to ride a wave of widespread opposition to big data center projects across the state as they aim to pick up seats in the Indiana House.