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The Indianapolis Office of Public Health and Safety has announced the permanent closure of a homeless encampment in Fountain Square, effective Aug. 11, due to concerns from nearby homeowners.

INDIANAPOLIS — You may remember the woman who was shot and killed Thursday morning on the northeast side of Indianapolis. Police also later shot a man that fired at them during a chase. It turns out the man was a convicted felon with a criminal history. 76-year-old Walter McNary was chased by the Indianapolis...

Just as a new report is highlighting that two-thirds of Indiana’s largest occupations are paying less than what workers need to cover rent, Gov. Mike Braun has indicated he sees housing as key to the state’s economic health. Braun spoke with reporters on Thursday at Huntington University following...

Somewhere between the cornfields and country roads of northern Indiana sits a yellow-sided culinary kingdom where calories don’t count and stretchy pants are the unofficial dress code. Das Dutchman Essenhaus in Middlebury isn’t just a restaurant – it’s practically a rite of passage for Hoosiers with hungry hearts...

Drug testing is a common requirement across various sectors in Indiana to ensure safety, compliance with law, and workforce integrity. However, some individuals attempt to manipulate or falsify drug test results through different means, such as synthetic urine or adulterants. Recognizing this, Indiana has taken...

The Indianapolis Urban League will have a Back-to-School Block Party and Backpack Giveaway on July 26. The outdoor event is free to attend and will connect families with resources to help their kids gear up to go back to school. More than 90 community organizations will come together in the...

INDIANAPOLIS — A half-century behind bars awaits an Indianapolis man found guilty of raping a child. Ira Miles, 37, of Indianapolis, was found guilty in June of child molestation, a Level 1 felony; rape, a Level 3 felony; criminal confinement, a Level 5 felony; and intimidation, a Level 6 felony. For Miles’ crimes,...

FISHERS, Ind. — Police say a registered behavioral therapist from Pendleton was arrested this week for molesting children including an infant. An alert from the Hamilton County Metro Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force based in Fishers sent out Thursday night said Alec Hegge, 31, faces two child molesting...

Black Artist Who Performed at the Indiana State Fair. The Indiana State Fair has long been a summer staple in the Midwest, drawing crowds from across the state with its mix of food, fun, and unforgettable music. Over the years, the Fair has served as more than just a showcase...

Squirrels are some of the most familiar and fascinating wildlife found throughout Indiana’s forests, parks, and neighborhoods. With their energetic movements and diverse colors, these small mammals play an important role in the state’s natural environment. If you’ve ever wondered which squirrel species are common in...