Multiple schools in Indiana announce closures for Thursday
INDIANA — In the aftermath of a major January 2026 winter storm that brought heavy snow, freezing rain and dangerously cold conditions across much of the Midwest, many Indiana schools have adjusted their schedules for Thursday, January 29, 2026. Decisions across the state reflect ongoing travel hazards, ice-covered...
Indiana House passes utility affordability bill amid NIPSCO customer frustration
INDIANAPOLIS (WNDU) - The Indiana House of Representatives passed legislation on Wednesday aimed at helping residents manage rising utility costs, but NIPSCO customers say the measure falls short of addressing their concerns about surging gas and electricity bills. House Bill 1002, which focuses on electric utility...
Schools, businesses announce closures for Thursday as Cold Weather Advisory goes into effect
INDIANAPOLIS — Schools and businesses throughout central Indiana have announced delays and closures for Thursday morning as more frigid single-digit temperatures are expected to arrive. A Cold Weather Advisory has been issued for central Indiana beginning at 1 a.m. on Thursday as wind chill values are projected to...
Applebee’s discount Date Night Pass is back. How to get one in 2026
Folks who love Applebee’s could be in for good times with discounted date nights at the restaurant for a year. The restaurant chain is bringing back the Applebee’s Date Night Pass for a third year for Valentine’s Day. The pass costs $100 and provides the user with discounts of up to $50 of food and non-alcoholic...
Hogsett allies routinely benefit from no-bid city contracts
This is part two of Mr. Clean, a series that will focus on ethical concerns within Mayor Joe Hogsett’s administration. It was reported in a collaboration between Mirror Indy and IndyStar and is not available for republication in other media. For questions, see Mirror Indy’s content republishing guidelines.
John Deere Announces New Indiana and North Carolina Facilities, Bringing More Than 300 U.S....
John Deere has announced plans to open two new U.S.-based facilities in Indiana and North Carolina, an expansion expected to create more than 300 jobs while strengthening the company’s domestic manufacturing and distribution capabilities. The announcement comes as the equipment manufacturer has faced recent scrutiny...
Snowplow driver arrested following crash in Indiana
INDIANA — A Hendricks County snowplow driver was arrested Tuesday evening after authorities said he crashed a county snowplow while impaired. According to the Hendricks County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a single-vehicle crash involving a Hendricks County Highway Department snowplow around 5:45 p.m. on...
$50K Powerball ticket bought in Indiana expires tomorrow
A $50,000 Powerball ticket purchased in Indianapolis is set to expire tomorrow. The ticket matched four white balls and the Powerball for the drawing held on August 2, 2025. The winning ticket was bought at Crown Liquors #604 on North Post Road. It must be claimed by 4:30 p.m. ET on January 29 at the Hoosier Lottery...
Indianapolis family mourns woman who died shoveling snow
Charles Wells lost his 59-year-old daughter, Violet Wells, who he said was found outside after shoveling snow on Monday.
DCS director Adam Krupp taking leave of absence
Adam Krupp is taking a leave of absence from his role as director of the Indiana Department of Child Services. He was appointed by Governor Mike Braun a year ago.
