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Fernando Mendoza threw for 215 yards and a key fourth-quarter touchdown and No. 7 Indiana remained undefeated with a 30-20 victory over No. 3 Oregon on Saturday.

No. 7 Indiana topples No. 3 Oregon 30-20 in tight battle

Fernando Mendoza threw for 215 yards and a key fourth-quarter touchdown and No. 7 Indiana remained undefeated with a 30-20 victory over No. 3 Oregon on Saturday.

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One person was hospitalized in critical condition after a shooting Saturday night on Indy's southwest side.

Person shot in critical condition on Indy's southwest side

One person was hospitalized in critical condition after a shooting Saturday night on Indy's southwest side.

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A ribbon-cutting on Thursday night celebrated the completion of Citizens Energy Group’s DigIndy tunnel system.

After 14 years, Citizens Energy Group's DigIndy tunnel system is complete

The $2 billion project captures sewage overflow that used to flow directly into waterways during heavy rains. This week marks the completion of the last two tunnels, Fall Creek and Pleasant Run.

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More than 7,000 Hoosier students used Crimson Cupboard last academic year, according to the university.

Indiana University's on-campus food pantry expanding to feed the need

The free food pantry has operated inside the Campus View Apartments for a decade, but opened a second location inside the Indiana Memorial Union two years ago.

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Carmel’s second annual Festival of Lights expands to Carter Green, bringing music, food and community together to celebrate unity and diversity

Carmel Diwali Festival set to return with expanded celebration at Carter Green

After a successful debut last year that welcomed over 7,000 people to Carmel's midtown, the city will host its second annual Diwali celebration this month.

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Democratic leaders say they plan to hold a series of town halls across Indiana in the coming weeks to educate voters about redistricting and its potential impact on their representation.

‘It’s a Power Grab’: Hoosiers rally against VP Vance's visit to discuss redistricting

The possibility of early redistricting brought demonstrators back to the Indiana Statehouse for the second time since mid-September.

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Herron-Morton is the first city in Indianapolis to have 100% of their blocks adopted as part of Keep Indianapolis Beautiful's volunteer program.

North side neighborhood leads citywide effort to keep streets clean, hopes to inspire more across Indy

Herron-Morton is part of the Adopt-A-Block program, a partnership between Keep Indianapolis Beautiful and the City of Indianapolis.

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The goal program leaders say is to create intensive outreach, mentoring and family services for people ages 13-22, for those who are at high risk of involvement in gun violence.

Youth violence reduction initiative aims to steer Indy teens from gun violence

The Youth Violence Reduction Initiative launched in September with a $150,000 grant from the National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform.

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The S&P 500 sank 2.7% in its worst day since April. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 878 points, or 1.9%, and the Nasdaq composite fell 3.6%.

Wall Street drops to its worst day since April after Trump's threats of tariffs shatter its calm

A monthslong calm on Wall Street shattered Friday, and U.S. stocks tumbled after President Donald Trump threatened to crank tariffs much higher on China.

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The blast occurred around 7:45 a.m. at Accurate Energetic Systems in the Bucksnort area, about 60 miles southwest of Nashville.

19 unaccounted for following explosion at Tennessee explosives plant

An explosion has happened at the Accurate Energetic Systems in the Bucksnort area in Hickman County, Tennessee.

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The man convicted of killing IMPD Officer Breann Leath was re-sentenced Friday morning, receiving additional time for criminal confinement but no extra jail time due to concurrent sentencing.

New judge resentences man who killed IMPD officer on criminal confinement charge

The man convicted of killing IMPD Officer Breann Leath was re-sentenced Friday morning, receiving additional time for criminal confinement but no extra jail time due to concurrent sentencing.

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Johnson County Coroner Mike Pruitt has been formally charged following allegations of an inappropriate relationship with a 17-year-old girl.

Johnson County coroner charged in teen alcohol case

Johnson County Coroner Mike Pruitt has been formally charged following allegations of an inappropriate relationship with a 17-year-old girl.

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Turning Point USA, the conservative group founded by activist Charlie Kirk, announced it will stage counterprogramming to the Super Bowl halftime show, which will be headlined by Bad Bunny.

Conservatives launch ‘All-American’ Super Bowl halftime show to rival Puerto Rican Bad Bunny

Turning Point USA, the conservative group founded by activist Charlie Kirk, announced it will stage counterprogramming to the Super Bowl halftime show, which will be headlined by Bad Bunny.

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Gov. Braun said he appreciated his "thoughtful discussion" with VP JD Vance Friday about redistricting. The meeting marks Vance's second trip to Indiana on the issue as pressure mounts to redraw congressional maps.

VP Vance visits Indiana for second time to discuss redistricting

As the White House continues to push for redistricting, Vice President JD Vance is expected to be in Indiana on Friday for the second time in recent months.

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Indiana executed Roy Lee Ward by lethal injection early Friday morning for the 2001 rape and murder of 15-year-old Stacy Payne in Spencer County.

Indiana executes Roy Lee Ward for teen's 2001 murder

Indiana executed Roy Lee Ward by lethal injection early Friday morning for the 2001 rape and murder of 15-year-old Stacy Payne in Spencer County.

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Mozel Sanders Foundation plans to serve 10,000 meals, which is double from last year. To make that happen, they need 800 volunteers this year, compared to 300 last year.

Mozel Sanders Foundation seeking 800 volunteers for Thanksgiving Day meal

Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, and one organization that makes sure Hoosiers have a hot meal on that day needs your help.

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The Indianapolis Clowns will play their first home games at Victory Field on May 15 and 16.

Banana Ball is coming to Indy: Indianapolis Clowns included in league expansion

The Savannah Bananas, known for their wild antics and unique brand of baseball, announced the inaugural season of the Banana Ball Championship League (BBCL) on Thursday.

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One of the officials said the new team will help monitor implementation of the ceasefire agreement and the transition to a civilian government in Gaza.

US is sending about 200 troops to Israel to help support and monitor the Gaza ceasefire deal

The United States is sending about 200 troops to Israel to help support and monitor the ceasefire deal in Gaza.

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Right outside Dollar Tree now sits a memorial with a sign labeled "Look Twice" to honor the woman who died as she tried to cross the parking lot.

Push for pedestrian safety grows after woman killed near busy Greenfield shopping center

An 81-year-old woman was struck and killed while crossing the parking lot on Sunday morning. Residents in Greenfield are calling for increased pedestrian safety measures.

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Every pumpkin helps farmers' bottom line, especially since there is such a short selling season each fall.

How a rainy spring shaped Indiana’s 2025 pumpkin crop

A rainy spring in Indiana impacted this year's pumpkin crop. Farmers faced issues like rot with some of their yield.

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The change was intended to include businesses that were originally left out of the DORA, which Zionsville launched on Main Street in April.

Zionsville expands DORA to include Poplar and Elm Streets

The Zionsville Town Council on Monday expanded the boundaries of the town’s DORA to allow alcoholic beverages to be taken to nearby properties on Poplar Street and Elm Street, officials said.

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As home prices continue to rise in Hamilton County, local organizations are working to make housing more attainable for families struggling to find a place to live.