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Meet Former NASA Astronaut Dr. Mae Jemison at The Indianapolis Public Library’s Fall Fest 2026

Former NASA astronaut Dr. Mae Jemison made history as the first woman of color to travel into space. On Saturday, November 21, from noon to 4 p.m., she will bring her story to The Indianapolis Public Library’s Fall Fest 2026 at Central Library. A brief book signing will follow her fireside chat.

Indianapolis, IN · 18h

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Louise Loyd, HVAF founder who dedicated 30 years to Indiana’s Veterans, dies at 101

INDIANAPOLIS — Louise Loyd, the founder of Helping Veterans And Families, an Indianapolis-based organization aimed at helping homeless Veterans gain access to housing and resources, has died. She was 101 years old. HVAF announced Loyd’s passing on social media Monday morning. Loyd founded the organization in 1993 after retiring as the President of the Indiana […]

Indianapolis, IN · 1d

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Purdue drone completes milestone 50-mile Indiana flight

Purdue University is playing a central role in a new Indiana testing corridor for autonomous aircraft after a university-owned Windracers ULTRA completed a flight of more than 50 miles beyond its operators' visual line of sight. The flight occurred Oct. 31 within the newly established 200-plus-mile Indiana Drone Corridor, according to a community announcement. The demonstration took place as the corridor opened at Terre Haute Indiana Airport. The unmanned aircraft, owned by Purdue, is manufactured by British autonomous aircraft company Windracers and has a 33-foot wingspan. It uses a proprietary flight control system to fly autonomously and can drop cargo from three bays. Purdue's role in the Indiana Drone Corridor The corridor encompasses southern Indiana and Purdue, where researchers are working with Windracers to study the safety and efficiency of autonomous aircraft systems. Purdue is making its Windracers ULTRA available to test potential uses relevant to Indiana. Among those is delivering emergency supplies by parachute to communities affected by seasonal flooding. "This is a major milestone for Indiana and the broader Midwest, delivering significant value to a diverse group of stakeholders," said Damon Lercel, an associate professor in the Purdue Polytechnic Institute's School of Aviation and Transportation Technology. "By providing

Indiana · 21h

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Costa/Carnival sales veteran Scott Knutson is mourned

Scott Knutson, who devoted 35 years to Carnival Corp. in sales roles across Carnival Cruise Line and Costa Cruises, died Nov. 5. He was 65. According to an Indiana funeral chapel obituary, Knutson was surrounded by his family and succumbed after a battle with cancer. "Scott was a dear friend...

Indianapolis, IN · 17h

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Council panel opposes $113 million tax package for DC Blox data center

INDIANAPOLIS — An Indianapolis City-County Council committee on Monday night voted to recommend against a proposed tax break for the $2 billion DC Blox data center near Irvington, one of the largest private development projects in Indianapolis history. The Metropolitan and Economic Development Committee voted 11-2 against recommending the tax breaks. The proposal heads to […]

Indianapolis, IN · 1d

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US 52 reopens after crash in Hancock County

HANCOCK COUNTY, Ind. – A crash closed U.S. 52 in both directions for several hours on Tuesday. According to an alert from the Indiana Department of Transportation, this happened around 7:20 a.m. on U.S. 52 between 300W and 400W. That’s just east of New Palestine. All lanes were closed in both directions due to a […]

Hancock County, IN · 19h

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Scattered rain Wednesday evening, cool end to the week | Nov. 10, 2026

INDIANAPOLIS — Scattered rain chances enter central Indiana along a cold front late tomorrow. TONIGHT: Clear skies are in place to start off the overnight hours. Patchy early morning fog could form. Low temperatures in the low 40s. TOMORROW: Temperatures will be mild yet again for this time of year. Partly cloudy skies for much […]

Indiana · 10h

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Open Thread: Discuss IU basketball’s neutral site game against Syracuse

IU basketball continues the 2026-27 season tonight in Indianapolis. The Hoosiers will play Syracuse on FS1 at 6:30 p.m. ET. Whether you’re in attendance or watching from home, join the conversation in the comments below:. Who: Indiana (2-0) vs. Syracuse (2-0) Where: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, Indiana. When: Monday, November...

Bloomington, IN · 1d

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CFP expansion leads to end of Big Ten Championship game, leaving hole in Indy tourism calendar

INDIANAPOLIS — A December tradition that has brought thousands of football fans and millions of dollars to Indianapolis for more than a decade is coming to an end. The Big Ten Conference announced Monday that this year’s championship game will be its last following the expansion of the College Football Playoff. The decision marks the […]

Indianapolis, IN · 1d

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INDOT urges drivers to prepare for winter weather and be patient with snowplows

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WLFI) - As winter approaches, the Indiana Department of Transportation is encouraging drivers to prepare for hazardous conditions and be mindful of snowplows on the road. Winter Weather Preparedness Week, a statewide safety campaign running Nov. 8 through Nov. 14, aims to inform Hoosiers about hazards such...

Indiana · 8h

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Chef Spotlight on Chef Cindy Hawkins of Circle City Sweets

Cindy Hawkins got her start in 2006, whipping up scratch-made pastries and selling them at local spots like the Carmel Farmers Market. What started as a local market stall quickly grew into one of central Indiana’s favorite sweet spots. Today, you can find Circle City Sweets inside The AMP at 16 Tech in Indy, where she serves up everything from delicate French macarons and flaky croissants to gorgeous custom desserts. Cindy’s taking her talents to the main stage this October as she steps back into the spotlight to battle top culinary pros at the 2026 World Food Championships. When Cindy isn’t competing in world food competitions or running her bustling bakery, she loves sharing her passion with aspiring bakers as a baking and pastry arts instructor at Ivy Tech Community College.

Indianapolis, IN · 1d

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Newly discovered Hoosier art now on display

INDIANAPOLIS — Nearly 150 pieces of art that sat boxed up for years are now on display. Some of them are part of Hoosier history. “They had everything wrapped and stored in a secure place, but they’re not set up for the long-term care of artwork,” said Susannah Koerber, chief curator and research officer with […]

Indianapolis, IN · 21h

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Indiana Seeks to Return Ten Commandments to Statehouse Lawn

INDIANAPOLIS — The Ten Commandments could return to the Indiana Statehouse lawn more than 25 years after a court blocked the state from putting up a donated monument. Attorney General Todd Rokita is asking a federal judge to end the long-running legal fight and allow the monument to be placed near its originally intended location. […]

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Noll, Koch, Conder named IBCA Players of the Week

Noll, Koch, Conder named IBCA Players of the Week; Center Grove cited as IBCA Team of the Week. Hailey Conder averaged 40.0 points, 5.0 assists and 5.0 steals over two games, and the South Central (Elizabeth) senior headlines the first set of honorees in the IBCA Player of the Week program for 2026-27.

Indiana · 14h

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Chef For Hire and Ahlers Meals Unite as Choice Kitchen to Scale Medically Tailored Meals

Medically tailored meals have moved from a niche benefit to a frontline tool in American healthcare — and the operators who deliver them are scaling up fast. The latest proof point comes out of Vandalia, Ohio, where two trusted home-delivered meal providers have joined forces under a single banner.

Vandalia, OH · 10h

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Cool and blustery end to the week | Nov. 11, 2026

INDIANAPOLIS — Enjoy the warmer temperatures while we have them. Central Indiana turns cool and blustery by the end of the week behind a cold front. TONIGHT: Clear skies remain in place. Low temperatures in the low 40s. TOMORROW: Another nice day for our area. Mostly sunny skies. High temperatures in the mid-60s. WEDNESDAY: A […]

Indiana · 1d

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Christian County Tiger Band to Perform Tuesday Before Heading to Grand Nationals

The Christian County High School Tiger Band will give the community a chance to see its “New Kids on the Block” show Tuesday night before taking it to the national stage in Indianapolis. The community performance begins at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Stadium of Champions. Admission is...

Christian County, KY · 1d

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Indianapolis Soaks Up A Warm Tuesday Before Raw Rain, Cold Crash

Indianapolis gets one more warm, sunny day Tuesday before the weather takes a sharp turn. Highs should reach the upper 60s under clear skies, but showers arrive late Wednesday and a much colder pattern settles in by Thursday. Sunshine And Mid-60s Tuesday. Early Tuesday readings were in the mid-40s with...

Indianapolis, IN · 13h

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New Zionsville audiology office encourages overall health

The owner of a new hearing center wants patients to know their overall health can have a direct impact on their ears. Jordan Hughes, who has a doctorate of audiology from Ball State University, opened Hughes Holistic Audiology last month at 1505 W. Oak St, Suite 200. Her office offers a range of audiological services, including hearing exams, hearing aid consultations and ear wax cleanings. Hughes worked at Midwest Ear Institute in Indianapolis for five years. Her family moved to Zionsville last year.

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