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WRTV News @wrtv.bsky.social · 5h

Waterman’s Fall Festival runs daily through November 2.

A fall tradition continues at Waterman's Family Farm on Indianapolis' south side

The farm offers a full lineup of fall fun: pumpkin picking, hayrides, a corn maze, food vendors, photo opportunities and more.

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WRTV News @wrtv.bsky.social · 6h

There's still plenty of time to find your perfect Halloween costume.

Bargain haunting: Scoring secondhand costumes ahead of Halloween

Are you still looking for your 2025 Halloween costume? While costumes are easy to find in Halloween stores and online, some consumers are also turning to secondhand options.

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WRTV News @wrtv.bsky.social · 7h

Attorney General Todd Rokita invited "Border Czar" Tom Homan to the Indiana Statehouse to discuss immigration reform.

President Trump's "Border Czar" Tom Homan visits the Indiana Statehouse

White House Border Czar Tom Homan was invited by Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita to discuss immigration reform and push to strengthen Indiana law.

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WRTV News @wrtv.bsky.social · 7h

Indiana University now counts more than 805,000 living Hoosier graduates from its nine campuses. More than 417,000 Hoosier alumni still live in Indiana.

Indiana University says it has largest living alumni base in the nation

Indiana University now counts more than 805,000 living Hoosier graduates from its nine campuses. More than 417,000 Hoosier alumni still live in Indiana.

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WRTV News @wrtv.bsky.social · 8h

As the homelessness crisis continues across Indianapolis, faith groups across the north side are partnering together to help tackle the issue.

North side faith groups unite to tackle chronic homelessness across the city

A group of north side congregations have come together to support Streets to Home Indy, an initiative to end long-term homelessness.

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WRTV News @wrtv.bsky.social · 8h

Groundbreaking is expected after winter, and the full building will take 10 to 15 years.

New public safety facility planned in Whitestown aims to boost training, neighbors worry about location

A new public safety training facility is coming to Whitestown, just west of the town’s wastewater treatment plant and near the Boone-Hendricks County line.

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WRTV News @wrtv.bsky.social · 9h

Critics of the video say it violates the Hatch Act, a federal law that ensures "federal programs are administered in a nonpartisan fashion."

Indianapolis International Airport not showing Kristi Noem video blaming Democrats for shutdown

Indianapolis Airport Authority officials told WRTV in a statement on Tuesday, "The Indianapolis International Airport does not display content that is expressly political or partisan."

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WRTV News @wrtv.bsky.social · 10h

Staff at Thomas Gregg Neighborhood School are rolling in rewards to keep students on the right track on Indianapolis’ East Side.

Lollipops and love: Indianapolis east side school uses rewards to keep kids on track

School staff hope the small gestures — lollipops, recognition and a sense of belonging — will steer students toward brighter futures.

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WRTV News @wrtv.bsky.social · 12h

President Trump's "Border Czar" Tom Homan meets with state leaders in Indianapolis on Tuesday at the State House. WRTV will have more details on his visit tonight.

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WRTV News @wrtv.bsky.social · 13h

D’Angelo, the Grammy-winning singer and songwriter, has reportedly died. In a statement to Variety, D'Angelo's family said the singer died after a "prolonged and courageous battle with cancer."

R&B singer D'Angelo dead at age 51

D’Angelo, the Grammy-winning singer and songwriter, has reportedly died. In a statement to Variety, D'Angelo's family said the singer died after a "prolonged and courageous battle with cancer."

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WRTV News @wrtv.bsky.social · 14h

Court records show a final pre-trial hearing is scheduled for Sanchez on December 2 and will be held remotely. A jury trial is set for December 11.

Fox Sports analyst Mark Sanchez faces December jury trial in Indianapolis

Sanchez traveled to Indianapolis to call the Indianapolis Colts game against the Las Vegas Raiders when he got into a physical altercation with a 69-year-old truck driver.

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WRTV News @wrtv.bsky.social · 15h

The Indiana Pacers are giving visually impaired fans a new way to experience the excitement of game day — through immersive audio descriptions.

Pacers offering new audio experience to visually impaired fans

The Indiana Pacers are giving visually impaired fans a new way to experience the excitement of game day — through immersive audio descriptions.

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WRTV News @wrtv.bsky.social · 16h

A 46-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a shooting at an east side CVS Pharmacy that left three people injured, including himself.

Man arrested in CVS shooting that injured three people

The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police are investigating a shooting that happened at a CVS Pharmacy on the east side on Tuesday evening.

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WRTV News @wrtv.bsky.social · 17h

A Whiteland teenager is being held on a $250,000 cash-only bond — 450% higher than the standard amount — after being charged as an adult in the alleged burglary and rape of a 79-year-old woman.

Whiteland teen held on $250,000 bond in alleged rape of 79-year-old woman

A runaway teen is being charged as an adult after allegedly raping a 79-year-old woman in her New Whiteland home on Tuesday.

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WRTV News @wrtv.bsky.social · 19h

A Johnson County coroner is facing criminal charges after authorities say he provided alcohol to a teenager, and court records now show prosecutors have requested an arrest warrant with no bond.

Johnson County coroner faces arrest warrant with no bond in teen alcohol case

A Johnson County coroner is facing criminal charges after authorities say he provided alcohol to a teenager, and court records now show prosecutors have requested an arrest warrant with no bond.

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An Indyfluencer is a local volunteer who shares first-hand knowledge about living and working in the Indianapolis region. The program is a part of Indy Chamber’s livability initiative Life in Indy.

Considering a move to Indy? This network of Hoosiers has the inside scoop on the Circle City

Imagine you just moved to a new city — you’re unfamiliar with the area, the culture, the people. The 'Indyfluencer' initiative through the Indy Chamber is helping folks acclimate to life in the city.

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The agency terminated some 1,300 workers Friday, but then rehired around 700 of them over the weekend, according to the union that represents federal workers.

'The nation is in trouble,' former CDC official warns of instability at agency

Fired and then rehired: That's the story for many CDC employees. Experts say the instability is hurting morale at the agency.

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Dust is part of everyday life on the farm. While it is small in size, it can have a big impact.

Dust, dirt and debris: Why breathing isn't always easy on the farm

Whether it is dust from the fields being harvested or dust from livestock bedding, farmers are constantly breathing it.

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The middle of October used to be the time when Hoosier fans stopped watching football and focused on basketball. This year, Hoosier football remains in the spotlight as a possible championship contender.

Is IU a football school now? Fan excitement is high after Hoosiers' statement win over Oregon

Indiana defeated #3 Oregon on Saturday. The unbeaten Hoosiers replaced the Ducks as the #3 team in the Associated Press poll this week, which is Indiana's highest ranking in program history.

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New commercial projects are taking shape across the city, particularly along U.S. 31, fueling a steady rise in both economic activity and job creation.

Hamilton County growth continues as Westfield welcomes new North American headquarters

Hamilton County’s growth continues to surge as Westfield officials celebrated another major business development Monday, highlighting the city’s rapid expansion and appeal to employers.

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Cleanup and relocation continue at the East Washington Street homeless encampment.

Cleanup continues at homeless encampment on East Washington Street

Cleanup of a homeless encampment behind the Walmart on East Washington Street continues as the city brings in heavy machinery to move the trash.

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The Smithsonian Institution operates 21 museums, 14 education and research centers, and the National Zoo. Most Smithsonian museums are free, making them a popular destination for visitors.

Government shutdown shutters Smithsonian museums and National Zoo

Smithsonian museums and the National Zoo are now closed due to a lapse in federal funding, due to the government shutdown.

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Visually impaired fans will have a new way to experience Indiana Pacers games this season through a partnership with nonprofit MindsEye that provides live audio description at 20 home games.

Pacers launch audio description service for visually impaired fans

Visually impaired fans will have a new way to experience Indiana Pacers games this season through a partnership with nonprofit MindsEye that provides live audio description at 20 home games.

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A piece of human skull found along the Whitewater River in Fayette County is approximately 4,270 years old, dating back to around 2300 B.C., announced Monday by the coroner's office.

4,270-year-old human skull found in Fayette County

A piece of human skull found along the Whitewater River in Fayette County is approximately 4,270 years old, dating back to around 2300 B.C., announced Monday by the coroner's office.

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A new initiative launched by Child Care Answers and the United Way of Central Indiana supports in-home daycare providers with resources they might not otherwise be able to afford.

Local organizations launch new support program for in-home childcare providers

A new initiative launched by Child Care Answers and the United Way of Central Indiana supports in-home daycare providers with resources they might not otherwise be able to afford.

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