Indiana becomes the 19th state to ban ranked-choice voting
Welcome to the Monday, March 2, Brew. Here’s what’s in store for you as you start your day:. Indiana becomes the 19th state to ban ranked-choice voting. Why Arkansas’ school board elections are now held only in March of even-numbered years. Ballot Bulletin relaunches on March 3.
Henry County Jail inmate dies in Indianapolis hospital
NEW CASTLE, IN — An inmate from the Henry County Jail died on Friday, Feb. 27, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. Nicholas Allan Gulley Jr., 35, was most recently arrested on Jan. 9 and was later transferred from the jail to hospital care. In a tort claim — usually the first step in pursuing a lawsuit...
This Unassuming Indiana Diner Has One Of The Best Burgers You’ll Ever Taste
Sometimes the best things in life come wrapped in wax paper at a turquoise-trimmed building on the north side of Indianapolis. The Steer-In has been serving up some of the finest burgers in the Midwest, and if you haven’t been there yet, you’re missing out on one of Indiana’s greatest culinary treasures.
Wife of congressman Jim Baird dies after car accident complications
Danise Baird, wife of Congressman Jim Baird, passed away due to complications from injuries sustained in a car accident earlier this year.
Applebee’s is trimming locations again with closures reported across three states
Ever pull into a familiar parking lot and see the lights off? Several closures have been confirmed locally in Indiana, Missouri, and New York. For regulars, it can feel like losing a weeknight option. Two Applebee’s locations in Evansville, Indiana, closed on February 19, 2026, and a Columbia, Missouri, Applebee’s...
The Murder of Carmen Van Huss in Indianapolis Indiana
On March 24, 1993, Indianapolis, Indiana was moving through an ordinary weekday pace. People were heading to work, checking in with family, and carrying out routines that felt stable and predictable. In the middle of that normal rhythm, a nineteen year old woman named Carmen Van Huss did not show up for her job. For...
House fire leaves 1 injured, 4 displaced on north side of Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS — One person was injured in a residence fire on the north side of Indianapolis on Sunday. Public police reporting systems indicate that firefighters were called to the 7800 block of Marquis Lane — which is located just off of West 79th Street near Harcourt Road — around 3:25 p.m. assist with a fire […]
Indiana Wine Tasting Train Rides
Indiana, often associated with its sprawling cornfields and vibrant racing traditions, offers a unique experience for wine lovers – wine tasting trains. The concept marries the love of locomotives with the rich, tantalizing flavors of Indiana's burgeoning wine industry. These trains give passengers a chance to savor...
Women Sports Bar Inches Closer Debut in Indianapolis
Showcasing women’s sports, the Sports Bra has announced that Indianapolis will host a franchise location. Eve Keller, the Indianapolis franchise owner of the Sports Bra, says she visited the original Sports Bra location in Portland, Oregon, and wants to bring the same feel to Indianapolis. “The vibes are just amazing.”
Woman Dies After Running Into Bus on Indy’s East Side
INDIANAPOLIS — A woman died after running into an IndyGo bus on the far east side of Indianapolis. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department said the incident occurred at the intersection of East 38th Street and North Post Road. Officers were called to that area at around 8:45 p.m. on Friday. When police...

















