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Fountain Square neighbors advocate for better bike lanes, sidewalks on Fletcher Ave bridge INDOT plans to replace the concrete decks on both Virginia and Fletcher Ave bridges over I-65/I-70 in 2027. Those improvements include repairing aging concrete, installing new sidewalks and railings.

INDOT plans to replace the concrete decks on both the Virginia and Fletcher Ave bridges over I-65/I-70. Fountain Square neighbors formed a group called A Safer Fletcher to allow for the community voice to be factored into the project.

Twisters strike the Oklahoma town made famous by 'Twister' Wakita, home of the Twister museum, was hit by two possible tornadoes the night of Mar. 5. Linda Wade, who lives in Wakita and owns the Twister the Movie Museum, said she received multiple warnings.

Grant County leaders said tornado sirens went off in Wakita, Oklahoma, around 10:30 Thursday night, prompting some residents to take shelter in a safe location.

Marion County Election Board refers Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales to Inspector General Marion County Election Board accuses Secretary of State Diego Morales of using state resources to film a campaign video, which he denies.

Marion County Election Board accuses Secretary of State Diego Morales of using state resources to film a campaign video, which he denies.

Free seeds and expert tips: How to begin your spring garden indoors Starting seeds indoors compared to starting them outdoors later this year will give your garden a longer harvest season.

The warm weather might have spring gardening on your mind, but don't plant seeds outdoors just yet.

Body found in drainage ditch in Greenwood The Greenwood Police and the Johnson County Coroner's Office are investigating after an unidentified body was found in a drainage ditch on Friday.

The Greenwood Police and the Johnson County Coroner's Office are investigating after an unidentified body was found in a drainage ditch on Friday.

Pacers celebrate Read Across America at Stout Field Elementary Fourth graders at Stout Field Elementary School were all smiles Friday when members of the Indiana Pacers organization stopped by to read books, play games and give out prizes.

Fourth graders at Stout Field Elementary School were all smiles Friday when members of the Indiana Pacers organization stopped by to read books, play games and give out prizes.

Social media video showing teens with illegal Glock switches leads to arrests, weapon recovery Court Records say a social media video showing teens with illegal guns helped spark an investigation that led to arrests and the recovery of weapons.

Court Records say a social media video showing teens with illegal guns helped spark an investigation that led to arrests and the recovery of weapons.

US employers cut 92,000 jobs in January as unemployment rate rises to 4.4% American employers unexpectedly cut 92,000 jobs last month, a sign that the labor market remains under strain. The unemployment rate blipped up to 4.4%.

The Labor Department reported Friday that hiring deteriorated from January, when companies, nonprofits and government agencies added a healthy 126,000 jobs. Economists had expected 60,000 new jobs in February.

Clocks spring forward Sunday. Here’s how it affects your health Daylight saving time begins this weekend, meaning millions of Americans will set their clocks one hour forward.

Daylight saving time begins this weekend, meaning millions of Americans will set their clocks one hour forward.

Barack Obama remembers the late Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. Former President Barack Obama said the presidential runs in the 1980s by the late Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. set the stage for other Black leaders, including himself.

The elder Jackson died last month at age 84 after battling a rare neurological disorder that affected his mobility and ability to speak. Family members say he continued coming into the office until last year and communicated through hand signals.

Streets to Home Indy has helped 114 people into housing so far What sets Streets to Home Indy apart is its speed. On average, teams are getting folks from the streets into housing in just 27 days. In the past, that timeline was closer to 100 to 150 days.

Streets to Home Indy is a community-wide model for ending unsheltered homelessness, focused on rapidly placing individuals into housing with case management and supportive services.

How much is the Iran conflict costing the US? Early estimates put the cost of the U.S.-Iran conflict above $1 billion, with analysts warning totals could reach $100 billion.

Early estimates suggest the escalating U.S. military conflict with Iran may have already cost American taxpayers more than $1 billion, and analysts warn the total could continue to climb dramatically if operations continue.

‘They saved multiple lives’: Austin police release new video from mass shooting response Austin police released new video Thursday from a weekend mass shooting that left 3 people dead and 19 shot outside a Texas beer garden.

Police in Texas released new video Thursday from a weekend mass shooting that left 19 people shot and three victims dead, along with the gunman.

‘It’s so contagious’: Local officials warn of measles risk ahead of spring break travel Hamilton County health officials are urging Hoosiers to check their vaccination records before hitting the road or boarding a plane, as measles cases continue to rise across the country.

While no measles cases have been reported in Indiana so far this year, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported more than 1,100 cases nationwide as of February 26.

From customer to owner: Illinois Street Food Emporium continues legacy under lifelong regular One of the most beloved spots in the Butler-Tarkington community is entering a new chapter. The Illinois Street Food Emporium has a new owner, but he may be more familiar than many think.

Last August, a new owner took over the now 47-year-old community staple. Now, he's hoping to continue building on the traditions he's experienced since he was a kid.

Rent payments stolen from Indianapolis drop box; suspects accused of altering and cashing money orders Two Indianapolis residents say their rent payments were stolen from a drop box outside their apartment management office, leaving them scrambling to cover costs they had already paid.

Two Indianapolis residents say their rent payments were stolen from a drop box outside their apartment management office, leaving them scrambling to cover costs they had already paid.

Hendricks County works to become a verified accessible travel destination for people with disabilities The CARE to Connect initiative partners with Wheel the World to survey local businesses and verify accessibility for travelers with disabilities.

The CARE to Connect initiative partners with Wheel the World to survey local businesses and verify accessibility for travelers with disabilities.

Westfield's oldest commercial building set to move to final resting home Friday Westfield's oldest commercial building is set to be moved on Friday morning to its permanent home just west of City Hall.

Westfield's 'Green Building' will be moved to a permanent location just west of City Hall, where it will be restored to its original appearance.

US stocks sink after oil spikes to its highest price since the summer of 2024 Stocks sank on Wall Street Thursday after the price of oil spiked to its highest level since the summer of 2024 because of the war with Iran.

Stocks sank on Wall Street Thursday after the price of oil spiked to its highest level since the summer of 2024 because of the war with Iran.

IMPD adds public safety cameras to two downtown intersections Thanks to funding from Downtown Indy Alliance, public safety cameras were permanently installed at two Washington Street intersections.

Thanks to funding from Downtown Indy Alliance, public safety cameras were permanently installed at two Washington Street intersections.

Local water restoration company helps Hoosiers protect homes during heavy rain Heavy rain has caused flooding and headaches for some Hoosiers, now left with a mess to clean up. WRTV caught up with a water restoration company about ways you can protect your home and your pockets.

Heavy rain has caused flooding and headaches for some Hoosiers, now left with a mess to clean up.

Brownsburg Community School Corporation settles with former teacher who resigned over student naming policy Brownsburg Community School Corporation has agreed to pay $650,000 to a former high school orchestra teacher after a nearly eight-year long religious discrimination lawsuit.

The former teacher was pushed to resign when he refused to call transgender students by their preferred names and pronouns, saying it went against his beliefs as a Christian.

Department of Metropolitan Development Commission approves delay in zoning decision for Metrobloks data center The city's Department of Metropolitan Development Commission unanimously approved a delay in a zoning decision on a proposed data center on the city's east side.

The city's Department of Metropolitan Development Commission unanimously approved a delay in a zoning decision on a proposed data center on the city's east side.

"The dads are just as isolated": Ausome Indy expands its autism support network to include dads Ausome Indy, known for its moms' network, is now creating a space for fathers of children with autism, as CDC data shows one in 31 children is affected.

Ausome Indy, known for its moms' network, is now creating a space for fathers of children with autism, as CDC data shows one in 31 children is affected.

New community assessment reveals top 5 health issues facing Marion County residents The Marion County Public Health Department revealed the top 5 health issues facing residents across the county. The new community health assessment hopes to plan next steps for better health outcomes.

The Marion County Public Health Department released its 2025 Community Health Assessment on Wednesday, identifying the most pressing needs facing residents of all ages across the county.

Record rain triggers flooding in Indy: DPW crews clearing storm drains Clogged storm drains can mean flooded roads, but Indy DPW crews are working hard to clear the drains to avoid this issue.

Clogged storm drains can mean flooded roads, but Indy DPW crews are working hard to clear the drains to avoid this issue.

Indianapolis' Fountain Square neighborhood gets new storm sewer to address years of flooding Construction crews with the Indianapolis Department of Public Works are working on a project designed to change that, installing a new trunk-line storm sewer in the Fountain Square neighborhood.

The new storm sewer will stretch along Shelby Street from Pleasant Run Creek north to Woodlawn Avenue. City engineers say it is designed large enough to handle future drainage expansion.

Carmel residents to share housing concerns at virtual community roundtables Thursday Carmel residents will have the chance to discuss their concerns about housing Thursday during two virtual community roundtable discussions.

Two virtual roundtable discussions hosted by Project Civility will give Carmel residents a chance to share housing concerns directly with City Councilman Jeff Worrell.

Legendary college football coach Lou Holtz dies at age 89 Lou Holtz, the Hall of Fame college football coach who led Notre Dame to a national championship, has died at 89, according to a statement released by his family.

Lou Holtz, the Hall of Fame college football coach who led Notre Dame to a national championship, has died at 89, according to a statement released by his family.

Spain denies cooperating with US in Mideast, contradicting White House Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares on Wednesday denied that the government had changed its position on supporting the U.S. military operations against Iran, contradicting the White House.

A diplomatic tussle between the U.S. and Spain over the war in Iran intensified on Wednesday when the governments exchanged contradictory statements over the possible use of Spanish military bases by American armed forces for operations in the Middle East.