Jayapal Commemorates Sikh Workers Killed in Mass Shooting, Highlights Hate’s Impact
WASHINGTON, DC — Five years after a tragic mass shooting at a FedEx Ground facility in Indianapolis, which resulted in the deaths of eight workers, including four members of the Sikh community, U.S. lawmakers are introducing a resolution to honor the victims. This initiative also aims to renew calls for stronger hate crime prevention and gun safety measures.
Three people injured following shooting incident in Indiana
INDIANA — Three men were injured in a shooting early Sunday morning in downtown Indianapolis, according to police. Officers with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department responded just after 3 a.m. to the area of South Street and Illinois Street, near a White Castle restaurant, following reports of a shooting. When officers arrived, they located an […] The post Three people injured following shooting incident in Indiana...
3 charged in FB Marketplace car theft scheme in Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis police say it was a coordinated setup; a scam in which buyers showed up to test drive cars they saw on Facebook Marketplace—snatching the title and driving off. Jose Pacheco says it all started with a message on his Facebook Marketplace profile. A buyer messaged...
You made Spring Drive 2026 WBOI’s best Spring Drive in years
The results are in, and we're genuinely grateful. During our Spring Membership Drive this year, the WBOI community came together in a big way. More than 1,000 listeners contributed over $265,000 from February through early April, our strongest spring campaign in recent memory. Whether you gave $10 a month, or...
This 100-Year-Old Indiana Swinging Bridge Is A Hidden World War Memorial
Some places carry more weight than they appear to hold. I first heard about a historic swinging footbridge in a small Indiana town from a local who mentioned it almost casually, as if everyone already knew about it. But once I looked into it, I realized this 100-year-old crossing over...
Alleged burglars break in, steal thousands from businesses on Indy’s northwest side
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department is investigating a string of early morning break-ins on the northwest side of the city. A police report lists five businesses in Pike Plaza along Lafayette Road that were hit, including Moda Y Mas. Owner Mario Gutierrez caught the burglars on video ransacking drawers and smashing the cash […]
Mount Prospect’s (Ill.) Annie Stauder Commits to Butler
Mount Prospect’s (Ill.) Annie Stauder Commits to Butler. Annie Stauder of Mount Prospect (Ill.) has verbally committed to continue her academic and swimming career at Butler University as a member of the college class of 2030. Stauder, who specializes in the backstroke, butterfly and freestyle, currently attends St. Viator High School and trains year-round with FMC Aquatic. At Butler, she will join the...
Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) reports hundreds without power
(WNDU) - Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) reports approximately 590 power outages due to downed trees, power lines and equipment from strong winds. Line workers and tree trimming experts are working to repair damaged equipment and broken poles, as they navigate wet, soggy and flooded areas. I&M expects most of the...
Five charged in $1.6M COVID relief fraud scheme
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WEVV) — Federal officials charged five people in Kentucky, Indiana and Colorado for their alleged roles in a scheme to fraudulently obtain about $1.6 million in COVID-19 relief funds. The arrests followed an indictment returned by a federal grand jury in Louisville on April 8. The U.S....
IMPD Chief Tanya Terry urges action as juvenile gun violence rises in Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS — During a City County Council meeting, IMPD Chief Tanya Terry warned of a rise in juvenile violence. "We owe it to our youth to keep them safe," Terry said during the meeting. Terry also told the city county council that in the first quarter of 2026, the...

















