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Indiana State Police say they will be out in force during the Memorial Day weekend and taking part in nationwide efforts to look for drivers who speed. More>>

Allegiant to end service to Gary-Chicago airport

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Allegiant Air plans to end service to Gary-Chicago International Airport in August. More>>

Many Indiana schools to lose out on funding increase

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The new state budget that increases funding for schools the next two years won't benefit every Indiana school district. More>>

Columbus taps conservator to preserve architecture

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The city of Columbus is hiring an Indianapolis Museum of Art conservator to help preserve historic buildings before their past is lost. More>>

Lawmakers, AG seek more oversight of casino grants

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Indiana officials want more oversight of a grant program that distributes riverboat casino revenue to communities for economic development. More>>

Pacers top Heat 97-93 to even series

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The Indiana Pacers have evened the Eastern Conference finals in Miami. More>>

Elwood Coach accused of inappropriately touching player

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An Elwood High School baseball coach is under investigation for touching one of his players.
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Female pedestrian struck by vehicle on East 34th Street

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A female pedestrian is in the hospital after being struck by a vehicle on the northeast side of Indianapolis. More>>

Fever top Silver Stars to open WNBA title defense

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Tamika Catchings and Shavonte Zellous each scored 19 points and the Indiana Fever opened defense of their WNBA title with a resounding 79-64 victory over the depleted San Antonio Silver Stars on Friday night. More>>

Travelers budget for higher gas prices during holiday weekend

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This Memorial Day, gas prices are about where they were last year, instead of being up again. More>>

Henryville teacher reflect while watching Oklahoma tragedy

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Several Indiana teachers put their lives on the line just a year ago when two F-4 tornadoes hit Henryville and destroyed the elementary and high school. More>>

Elwood couple arrested for growing marijuana in basement

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A couple from Elwood face charges after police say they found a marijuana growing operation in their basement. More>>

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Officer shoots at suspect after incident on north side
Officer shoots at suspect after incident on north side
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 10:04 PM EDT2013-05-25 02:04:40 GMT
Two people are in custody after an incident where an IMPD officer fired his duty weapon. Police say officers were investigating an incident in the 3200 block of Boulevard Place when a suspect failed toMore >>
Two people are in custody after an incident where an IMPD officer fired his duty weapon.More >>
Indiana University proposes 1.75 percent tuition increase
Indiana University proposes 1.75 percent tuition increase
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 9:59 PM EDT2013-05-25 01:59:31 GMT
Indiana University President Michael McRobbie is recommending tuition and fee increases of 1.75 percent for Indiana residents in each of the next two years at the school's Bloomington campus. The universityMore >>
Indiana University President Michael McRobbie is recommending tuition and fee increases of 1.75 percent for Indiana residents in each of the next two years at the school's Bloomington campus.More >>
Richmond man gets 37 years in prison for son's death
Richmond man gets 37 years in prison for son's death
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 9:48 PM EDT2013-05-25 01:48:30 GMT
An eastern Indiana man has been sentenced to 37 years in prison in the starvation death of his 3-month-old son. A Wayne County jury found 25-year-old Joseph Pierson guilty but mentally ill of recklessMore >>
An eastern Indiana man has been sentenced to 37 years in prison in the starvation death of his 3-month-old son.More >>
Greenfield officer sues over revoked "0INK" license plate
Greenfield officer sues over revoked "0INK" license plate
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 7:55 PM EDT2013-05-24 23:55:55 GMT
A Greenfield police officer is fighting to keep his vanity license plate. Rodney Vawter has owned the personalized Fraternal Order of Police license plate "0INK" for the past three years. A class actionMore >>
A Greenfield police officer is fighting to keep his vanity license plate after it was revoked by the BMV.More >>
Nye: Marco my pick to win Indy 500
Nye: Marco my pick to win Indy 500
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 6:44 PM EDT2013-05-24 22:44:52 GMT
Andretti Autosport has five cars in the top nine in Sunday's Indianapolis 500. Any of them could win the race. The team has already won three out of four INDYCAR races this season. One of the AndrettiMore >>
I'm picking Marco to finally add another win to the Andretti legacy at Indianapolis.More >>

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Thousands of bridges at risk of freak collapse
Thousands of bridges at risk of freak collapse
Thousands of bridges around the U.S. may be one freak accident or mistake away from collapse, even if the spans are deemed structurally sound.More >>
Thousands of bridges around the U.S. may be one freak accident or mistake away from collapse, even if the spans are deemed structurally sound.More >>
Rescuers look for pilot in deadly NY Angel Flight
Rescuers look for pilot in deadly NY Angel Flight
The crash of a volunteer Angel Flight in upstate New York that killed at least two people is under investigation, and the search for the missing pilot is ongoing, authorities said.More >>
Divers searched a large pond while investigators combed nearby woods Saturday for any sign of the pilot of a volunteer Angel Flight that crashed in upstate New York, killing two passengers.More >>
LA stoplights synchronized but road war endures
LA stoplights synchronized but road war endures
It seems the impossible has occurred: The nation's most congested city has become a model for traffic control.More >>
It seems that the impossible has occurred: The nation's most congested city has become a model for traffic control.More >>
Tornado upon them, quick choices decided fate
Tornado upon them, quick choices decided fate
They say you should never make a big decision when you're emotional. But what if there's barely a moment to think and a life-or-death choice looming?More >>
They say you should never make a big decision when you're emotional. But what if there's barely a moment to think and a life-or-death choice looming?More >>
Girl's suicide after alleged attack troubles town
Girl's suicide after alleged attack troubles town
One evening last Labor Day weekend, 15-year-old Audrie Pott headed to a friend's house. Unbeknownst to their parents, the girls planned to party.More >>
One evening last Labor Day weekend, 15-year-old Audrie Pott walked up the driveway of a classmate's home alongside other teenagers. She'd told her parents she was spending the night with a friend. The friend claimed...More >>

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Pacers top Heat 97-93 to even series
Pacers top Heat 97-93 to even series
Updated: Saturday, May 25 2013 8:22 AM EDT2013-05-25 12:22:01 GMT
The Indiana Pacers are trying to even the Eastern Conference finals in Miami. Indiana has opened up a 12-point lead late in the first quarter. Roy Hibbert leads the Pacers with eight points. LeBron JamesMore >>
The Indiana Pacers have evened the Eastern Conference finals in Miami.More >>
Fever top Silver Stars to open WNBA title defense
Fever top Silver Stars to open WNBA title defense
Updated: Saturday, May 25 2013 12:46 AM EDT2013-05-25 04:46:54 GMT
Tamika Catchings and Shavonte Zellous each scored 19 points and the Indiana Fever opened defense of their WNBA title with a resounding 79-64 victory over the depleted San Antonio Silver Stars on FridayMore >>
Tamika Catchings and Shavonte Zellous each scored 19 points and the Indiana Fever opened defense of their WNBA title with a resounding 79-64 victory over the depleted San Antonio Silver Stars on Friday night.More >>
Nye: Marco my pick to win Indy 500
Nye: Marco my pick to win Indy 500
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 6:44 PM EDT2013-05-24 22:44:52 GMT
Andretti Autosport has five cars in the top nine in Sunday's Indianapolis 500. Any of them could win the race. The team has already won three out of four INDYCAR races this season. One of the AndrettiMore >>
I'm picking Marco to finally add another win to the Andretti legacy at Indianapolis.More >>
Young Indy 500 fans cheering for women drivers
Young Indy 500 fans cheering for women drivers
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 6:15 PM EDT2013-05-24 22:15:26 GMT
Could it be year of the woman? It's as good a time as any for a woman to win the Indy 500. With four women in the field, this year ties the record for the most female drivers in the big race. The rumbleMore >>
Could it be year of the woman? It's as good a time as any for a woman to win the Indy 500.More >>
Coolers under close watch as security increases at IMS
Coolers under close watch as security increases at IMS
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 5:30 PM EDT2013-05-24 21:30:44 GMT
Fans headed to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway this weekend will face increased security aimed at keeping them safe. The eyes are on the cars, the part and the people at IMS. This year, more than everMore >>
Fans headed to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway this weekend will face increased security aimed at keeping them safe.More >>

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St. Vincent layoffs signify uncertainty in health care market
St. Vincent layoffs signify uncertainty in health care market
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 5:49 PM EDT2013-05-24 21:49:53 GMT
St. Vincent Health's restructuring announcement this week did not come as a surprise. The 22-hospital system currently employs more than 3,000 physicians and 16,000 other employees. St. Vincent CEO VincentMore >>
The St. Vincent announcement is really the latest installment by hospitals trying to deal with the uncertainty to come.More >>
Home birth supporters praise new Indiana law
Home birth supporters praise new Indiana law
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 12:59 PM EDT2013-05-24 16:59:34 GMT
A new Indiana law that will create standards of care and open opportunities for midwives is winning praise from supporters of home births. The Journal & Courier reports the law will require new regulationsMore >>
A new Indiana law that will create standards of care and open opportunities for midwives is winning praise from supporters of home births.More >>
New rules for labeling meat go into effect in US
New rules for labeling meat go into effect in US
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 6:32 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:32:04 GMT
Consumers will soon see labels on their meat telling them where the animal was born, raised and slaughtered. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has required country of origin labels on seafood since 2005,More >>
Consumers will soon see labels on their meat telling them where the animal was born, raised and slaughtered.More >>
Hoosiers advised to take care while swimming
Hoosiers advised to take care while swimming
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:21 AM EDT2013-05-22 09:21:57 GMT
State health officials are urging people to be careful as they head for Indiana's lakes and other bodies of water for summer recreation. The Indiana State Department of Health this week issued a listMore >>
State health officials are urging people to be careful as they head for Indiana's lakes and other bodies of water for summer recreation.More >>
St. Vincent Health announces job cuts
St. Vincent Health announces job cuts
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 4:20 PM EDT2013-05-23 20:20:10 GMT
One of Indiana's largest health systems says it's cutting an undisclosed number of jobs by June 30 because of increasing economic and competitive pressure on the health care industry. Indianapolis-basedMore >>
One of Indiana's largest health systems says it's cutting an undisclosed number of jobs by June 30 because of increasing economic and competitive pressure on the health care industry.More >>

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St. Vincent Health announces job cuts
St. Vincent Health announces job cuts
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 4:20 PM EDT2013-05-23 20:20:10 GMT
One of Indiana's largest health systems says it's cutting an undisclosed number of jobs by June 30 because of increasing economic and competitive pressure on the health care industry. Indianapolis-basedMore >>
One of Indiana's largest health systems says it's cutting an undisclosed number of jobs by June 30 because of increasing economic and competitive pressure on the health care industry.More >>
US durable goods orders rise 3.3 percent in April
US durable goods orders rise 3.3 percent in April
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 9:37 AM EDT2013-05-24 13:37:41 GMT
U.S. orders for long-lasting manufactured goods, durable goods, rebounded in April, buoyed by more demand for military and civilian aircraft and an increase in business investment.More >>
U.S. orders for long-lasting manufactured goods, durable goods, rebounded in April, buoyed by more demand for military and civilian aircraft and an increase in business investment.More >>
Pandora posts in-line 1Q loss, upbeat sales
Pandora posts in-line 1Q loss, upbeat sales
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 3:33 AM EDT2013-05-24 07:33:06 GMT
Internet radio company Pandora Media Inc. reported higher-than-expected revenue in the latest quarter, with losses in line with analysts' forecasts, as the number of subscribers who pay for ad-free listeningMore >>
Internet radio company Pandora Media Inc. reported higher-than-expected revenue in the latest quarter, with losses in line with analysts' forecasts, as the number of subscribers who pay for ad-free listening more than doubled to exceed 2.5 million.More >>
Japan's PM Abe defends policies as markets settle
Japan's PM Abe defends policies as markets settle
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 3:32 AM EDT2013-05-24 07:32:08 GMT
Japan's top leaders are defending the economic strategies championed by Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, though the central bank chief acknowledged a need for better communication with financial markets, a dayMore >>
Japan's top leaders are defending the economic strategies championed by Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, though the central bank chief acknowledged a need for better communication with financial markets, a day after Tokyo shares suffered their worst loss since the 2011 tsunami disaster.More >>
Campbell buying Plum Organics baby food maker
Campbell buying Plum Organics baby food maker
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 3:31 AM EDT2013-05-24 07:31:21 GMT
Campbell Soup said it's buying Plum Organics, which makes food for babies and kids, for an undisclosed amount as it looks to move into faster-growing categories. The company, which also makes Prego pastaMore >>
Campbell Soup said it's buying Plum Organics, which makes food for babies and kids, for an undisclosed amount as it looks to move into faster-growing categories.More >>

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Credit card fraud possibly linked to downtown restaurant
Credit card fraud possibly linked to downtown restaurant
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 3:37 PM EDT2013-05-24 19:37:35 GMT
An act of credit card fraud has been traced back to a downtown Indianapolis restaurant. Some workers upstairs love walking downstairs for a bite at Ike and Jonesy's downtown. But they say the bite isMore >>
The owner of Ike & Jonesy's downtown says he is working to find out how the credit and debit cards of several customers and employees could have been compromised.More >>
Air travel down slightly for 2013 Memorial Day
Air travel down slightly for 2013 Memorial Day
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 12:55 PM EDT2013-05-24 16:55:02 GMT
Plenty of race fans will travel to Indianapolis this holiday weekend. But nationwide, the American Automobile Association predicts travel will be down slightly compared to last year. In fact, air travelMore >>
Plenty of race fans will travel to Indianapolis this holiday weekend. But nationwide, the American Automobile Association predicts travel will be down slightly compared to last year. In fact, air travel is expected drop off all summer.More >>
State of your money: Missing state property
State of your money: Missing state property
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 6:54 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:54:08 GMT
You paid for it. Now the question is, where is it? Tonight at 11:00 pm, 13 Investigates has discovered the State of Indiana has thousands of items classified as lost or missing. Some of it is stuff youMore >>
13 Investigates has discovered Indiana state government and universities have thousands of items classified as lost or missing, with many more listed as stolen. Some of the missing property is items you probably never even realized the state bought in the first place.
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Police warn about charity scams after disasters
Police warn about charity scams after disasters
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 11:03 AM EDT2013-05-23 15:03:56 GMT
State police are warning Indiana residents to be wary of people seeking donations for tornado relief because scammers often try to profit after disasters. Police say people should be skeptical of thoseMore >>
State police are warning Indiana residents to be wary of people seeking donations for tornado relief because scammers often try to profit after disasters.More >>
Telemarketers using new tricks to scam homeowners
Telemarketers using new tricks to scam homeowners
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:56 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:56:01 GMT
Telemarketers are deploying new tactics to get your secret information - and all they have to do is get you to answer the phone. A call to a home phone this week showed up on the screen as "private name,More >>
Telemarketers are deploying new tactics to get your secret information - and all they have to do is get you to answer the phone.More >>

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Oklahoma tornado slide show
Oklahoma tornado: slide show
See images of the tornado outbreak near Oklahoma City on Monday, May 20, 2013.More >>
2013 Indy 500 slide show
2013 Indy 500 slide show
See pictures from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway of this month's events, including the Indianapolis 500!More >>

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American Cancer Society Relay For Life
American Cancer Society Relay For Life
Relay For Life unites thousands of communities nationwide so that one day our loved ones will no longer have to hear the words "you have cancer."More >>
Relay For Life unites thousands of communities nationwide so that one day our loved ones will no longer have to hear the words "you have cancer." Participants form teams for this inspiring, fun event, and each team keeps one person on the track throughout this overnight event, symbolizing that cancer never sleeps. Funds raised through Relay For Life help the American Cancer Society save lives from cancer.More >>
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Officer shoots at suspect after incident on north side
Officer shoots at suspect after incident on north side
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 10:04 PM EDT2013-05-25 02:04:40 GMT
Two people are in custody after an incident where an IMPD officer fired his duty weapon. Police say officers were investigating an incident in the 3200 block of Boulevard Place when a suspect failed toMore >>
Two people are in custody after an incident where an IMPD officer fired his duty weapon.More >>
Greenfield officer sues over revoked "0INK" license plate
Greenfield officer sues over revoked "0INK" license plate
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 7:55 PM EDT2013-05-24 23:55:55 GMT
A Greenfield police officer is fighting to keep his vanity license plate. Rodney Vawter has owned the personalized Fraternal Order of Police license plate "0INK" for the past three years. A class actionMore >>
A Greenfield police officer is fighting to keep his vanity license plate after it was revoked by the BMV.More >>
Pacers top Heat 97-93 to even series
Pacers top Heat 97-93 to even series
Updated: Saturday, May 25 2013 8:22 AM EDT2013-05-25 12:22:01 GMT
The Indiana Pacers are trying to even the Eastern Conference finals in Miami. Indiana has opened up a 12-point lead late in the first quarter. Roy Hibbert leads the Pacers with eight points. LeBron JamesMore >>
The Indiana Pacers have evened the Eastern Conference finals in Miami.More >>
Elwood couple arrested for growing marijuana in basement
Elwood couple arrested for growing marijuana in basement
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 10:41 PM EDT2013-05-25 02:41:45 GMT
A couple from Elwood face charges after police say they found a marijuana growing operation in their basement. Stephen Stookey, 70, and Marilyn Stookey, 69, were arrested after police raided their homeMore >>
A couple from Elwood face charges after police say they found a marijuana growing operation in their basement.More >>
Female pedestrian struck by vehicle on East 34th Street
Female pedestrian struck by vehicle on East 34th Street
Updated: Saturday, May 25 2013 12:56 AM EDT2013-05-25 04:56:19 GMT
A female pedestrian is in the hospital after being struck by a vehicle on the northeast side of Indianapolis. The woman was hit on E. 34th Street, between Gladstone and Colorado, around 9:45 p.m. Friday.More >>
A female pedestrian is in the hospital after being struck by a vehicle on the northeast side of Indianapolis.More >>
St. Vincent layoffs signify uncertainty in health care market
St. Vincent layoffs signify uncertainty in health care market
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 5:49 PM EDT2013-05-24 21:49:53 GMT
St. Vincent Health's restructuring announcement this week did not come as a surprise. The 22-hospital system currently employs more than 3,000 physicians and 16,000 other employees. St. Vincent CEO VincentMore >>
The St. Vincent announcement is really the latest installment by hospitals trying to deal with the uncertainty to come.More >>
Rescuers look for pilot in deadly NY Angel Flight
Rescuers look for pilot in deadly NY Angel Flight
The crash of a volunteer Angel Flight in upstate New York that killed at least two people is under investigation, and the search for the missing pilot is ongoing, authorities said.More >>
Divers searched a large pond while investigators combed nearby woods Saturday for any sign of the pilot of a volunteer Angel Flight that crashed in upstate New York, killing two passengers.More >>
Richmond man gets 37 years in prison for son's death
Richmond man gets 37 years in prison for son's death
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 9:48 PM EDT2013-05-25 01:48:30 GMT
An eastern Indiana man has been sentenced to 37 years in prison in the starvation death of his 3-month-old son. A Wayne County jury found 25-year-old Joseph Pierson guilty but mentally ill of recklessMore >>
An eastern Indiana man has been sentenced to 37 years in prison in the starvation death of his 3-month-old son.More >>
Trucker bumps I-5 bridge, sees horror behind him
Trucker bumps I-5 bridge, sees horror behind him
Dan Sligh and his wife were in their pickup truck on Interstate 5 heading to a camping trip when a bridge before them disappeared in a "big puff of dust."More >>
The trucker was hauling drilling equipment when his load bumped against the steel framework over an Interstate 5 bridge. He looked in his rearview mirror and watched in horror as the span collapsed into the water behind him....More >>
Monument Circle could lose bricks in $50M renovation
Monument Circle could lose bricks in $50M renovation
Updated: Friday, May 24 2013 6:32 PM EDT2013-05-24 22:32:12 GMT
One of our city's best-known landmarks could soon see some changes not just in the way it looks, but in the way it's used. Friday's Memorial Day service is one of many events that takes place on MonumentMore >>
One of our city's best-known landmarks could soon see some changes not just in the way it looks, but in the way it's used.More >>

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