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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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Indianapolis is gearing up for Memorial Day weekend. As always, 2013 is packed with family-friendly events. Use this guide to get you started and plan your weekend! More>>

Hearing for David Wyser moved to July

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Former Marion County Deputy Prosecutor David Wyser was supposed to be in federal court Thursday morning, but his hearing has been moved to July 2nd. More>>

Last-second shot drops Pacers in overtime in Game 1

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LeBron James made a layup as time expired in overtime to give the Miami Heat a 103-102 win in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals. More>>

Police make arrest in Franklin drug store robbery

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Franklin Police have arrested two men in connection with the May 16, 2013 armed robbery at Henderson Drug Store. More>>

US unemployment aid applications fall

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The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell by 23,000 last week, further evidence that the job market is slowly returning to health. More>>

Boat dock planned for downtown Indianapolis canal

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Construction is expected to begin soon on a boat dock for the downtown Indianapolis canal. More>>

Young Indiana boy dies after being found in pool

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Authorities say a young boy died after being found floating face down in a backyard swimming pool in northeastern Indiana. Police say emergency crews were called to the rural Whitley County home after More>>

Boil advisory Issued for Franklin customers

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Indiana American Water Company's Johnson County District has issued a boil water advisory affecting approximately 7,000 customers in the city of Franklin. More>>

Food bank's truck to feed Connersville students

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A food truck operated by a private company and a food bank are set to begin serving free summer lunches to low-income children in a southeastern Indiana county. More>>

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Lawmakers set study plans for the summer
Lawmakers set study plans for the summer
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 4:24 AM EDT2013-05-23 08:24:02 GMT
Indiana lawmakers are detailing their study plans for the summer ahead of their next session. The Indiana Legislative Council plans to meet Thursday morning to detail which issues will be studied in theMore >>
Indiana lawmakers are detailing their study plans for the summer ahead of their next session.More >>
IU film shows lessons learned from common bird
IU film shows lessons learned from common bird
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 4:23 AM EDT2013-05-23 08:23:14 GMT
A documentary by Indiana University biologists about the scientific lessons that can be learned from a common backyard bird is now available online for classroom use. The film "Ordinary ExtraordinaryMore >>
A documentary by Indiana University biologists about the scientific lessons that can be learned from a common backyard bird is now available online for classroom use.More >>
Police break up high-end prostitution ring at Indianapolis hotel
Police break up high-end prostitution ring at Indianapolis hotel
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:29 PM EDT2013-05-23 02:29:32 GMT
Undercover police detectives revealed a high-end call girl sting Wednesday. According to police, the women involved met their clients at exclusive hotels in one of the most popular places in the city. TheMore >>
Detectives arrested one woman for prostitution and have an arrest warrant out for the madam of an operation that brought in hundreds of dollars per hour.More >>
More than 50 injured in chain-reaction school bus crash
More than 50 injured in chain-reaction school bus crash
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:11 PM EDT2013-05-23 00:11:50 GMT
Northern Indiana authorities say more than 45 middle and high school students were injured and a bus driver was seriously hurt in a chain-reaction crash involving four school buses. Kosciusko CommunityMore >>
Northern Indiana authorities say more than 45 middle and high school students were injured and a bus driver was seriously hurt in a chain-reaction crash involving four school buses.More >>
Ballard: Shock, disappointment over Indy Land Bank scandal
Ballard: Shock, disappointment over Indy Land Bank scandal
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:30 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:30:42 GMT
It's been 24 hours since news broke of a Federal Bureau of Investigation raid at the City-County Building confiscating files from the Indy Land Bank program. The federal investigation also led to the arrestMore >>
Mayor Ballard held a news conference this morning hoping to shine light on several significant construction projects going around the city this season. Instead, all anyone wanted to talk about was the federal investigation into the Land Bank program, what he knew, when and why he didn't say something sooner.More >>

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Tea party storm largely inside IRS _ so far
Tea party storm largely inside IRS _ so far
Three days of congressional hearings about the Internal Revenue Service's targeting of conservative political groups have lawmakers looking for ways to widen an investigation that has so far been largely...More >>
Three days of congressional hearings about the Internal Revenue Service's targeting of conservative political groups have lawmakers looking for ways to widen an investigation that has so far been largely contained within...More >>
Storm took town's youngest as it swept through
Storm took town's youngest as it swept through
One loved the spotlight. Another was nicknamed "The Wall" because of the force he brought to the soccer field.More >>
One loved the spotlight. Another was nicknamed "The Wall" because of the force he brought to the soccer field.More >>
Birth control coverage up for federal appeal
Birth control coverage up for federal appeal
Contraception coverage by for-profit companies faces a prominent test in Denver.More >>
In the most prominent challenge of its kind, Hobby Lobby Stores Inc. is asking a federal appeals court Thursday for an exemption from part of the federal health care law that requires it to offer employees health coverage...More >>
Obama to address drones, Gitmo in security speech
Obama to address drones, Gitmo in security speech
Amid lingering concerns about his national security policies, President Barack Obama is outlining measures to clarify the deadly use of drones against terror suspects.More >>
President Barack Obama is set to at least partially bring out into the open some of the U.S.-directed drone program, a key component of counterterrorism strategy, as he outlines the contours of the continuing threat to...More >>
FBI arrests suspect in Wash. state ricin case
FBI arrests suspect in Wash. state ricin case
The FBI has arrested a suspect in a case involving the discovery of a pair of letters containing the deadly poison ricin and says investigators are working "around the clock" to address any remaining risks.More >>
The FBI has arrested a suspect in a case involving the discovery of a pair of letters containing the deadly poison ricin and says investigators are working "around the clock" to address any remaining risks.More >>

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Last-second shot drops Pacers in overtime in Game 1
Last-second shot drops Pacers in overtime in Game 1
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 11:38 AM EDT2013-05-23 15:38:11 GMT
The Indiana Pacers have taken the lead in the second quarter of the opening game of the Eastern Conference finals in Miami. The Pacers lead the Heat 24-22 early in the quarter. David West has 10 pointsMore >>
LeBron James made a layup as time expired in overtime to give the Miami Heat a 103-102 win in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals.More >>
Drag racer Brown steps into Carpenter's IndyCar
Drag racer Brown steps into Carpenter's IndyCar
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:59 PM EDT2013-05-23 00:59:51 GMT
Antron Brown joked that he wouldn't mind making a couple of left-handed turns the next time he's on the track. Ed Carpenter thought it'd be fun to ramp up the speed by about 100 mph. Maybe they oughtMore >>
Antron Brown joked that he wouldn't mind making a couple of left-handed turns the next time he's on the track. Ed Carpenter thought it'd be fun to ramp up the speed by about 100 mph.More >>
IndyCar altering qualifying in doubleheaders
IndyCar altering qualifying in doubleheaders
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:56 PM EDT2013-05-23 00:56:08 GMT
IndyCar says qualifying for the second race of series doubleheaders at Belle Isle, Toronto and Houston will be split into two groups. All cars will be split into the groups for 12 minutes each, with fiveMore >>
IndyCar says qualifying for the second race of series doubleheaders at Belle Isle, Toronto and Houston will be split into two groups.More >>
Patrick staying positive amid struggles on track
Patrick staying positive amid struggles on track
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:22 PM EDT2013-05-23 00:22:20 GMT
Danica Patrick refuses to get down on herself even though her first full season on the Sprint Cup series has been a struggle. Patrick is 28th in the Sprint Cup point standings after 11 races and has justMore >>
Danica Patrick refuses to get down on herself even though her first full season on the Sprint Cup series has been a struggle.More >>
Woods: Garcia comment hurtful, time to move on
Woods: Garcia comment hurtful, time to move on
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:55 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:55:33 GMT
Tiger Woods says the "fried chicken" comment from Sergio Garcia was hurtful and inappropriate. Two weeks after they verbally sparred at The Players Championship, Woods says it's time to move on. GarciaMore >>
Tiger Woods says the "fried chicken" comment from Sergio Garcia was hurtful and inappropriate. Two weeks after they verbally sparred at The Players Championship, Woods says it's time to move on.More >>

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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 >>
WTHR Blood Drive set for May 31, June 1
WTHR Blood Drive set for May 31, June 1
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:36 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:36:43 GMT
By donating blood you can help save somebody's life. That's why WTHR is teaming up with the Indiana Blood Center to ensure an adequate blood supply for Central Indiana. The blood drive is scheduled forMore >>
By donating blood you can help save somebody's life. That's why WTHR is teaming up with the Indiana Blood Center to ensure an adequate blood supply for Central Indiana.More >>
Americans still making unhealthy choices
Americans still making unhealthy choices
The overall health of Americans isn't improving much, with about six in 10 people either overweight or obese and large numbers engaging in unhealthy behaviors like smoking, heavy drinking or not exercising.More >>
The overall health of Americans isn't improving much, with about six in 10 people either overweight or obese and large numbers engaging in unhealthy behaviors like smoking, heavy drinking or not exercising.More >>
Weather worries can threaten a child's mental health
Weather worries can threaten a child's mental health
The monstrous tornado that devastated Moore, Okla., on Monday, killing dozens of adults and children, is a stunning example of violent weather that can affect a child's mental well-being.More >>
The monstrous tornado that devastated Moore, Okla., on Monday, killing dozens of adults and children, is a stunning example of violent weather that can affect a child's mental well-being.More >>
Student suicide may spur similar thoughts in teens
Student suicide may spur similar thoughts in teens
When a classmate commits suicide, teens are more likely to consider or attempt suicide themselves, according to a new study. More >>
When a classmate commits suicide, teens are more likely to consider or attempt suicide themselves, according to a new study. More >>

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Three former executives sue Carbon Motors over pay
Three former executives sue Carbon Motors over pay
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:07 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:07:15 GMT
Three former executive vice presidents of a company that planned to build high-tech police cars at an eastern Indiana factory are suing it for more than $600,000 in deferred wages. The Connersville News-ExaminerMore >>
Three former executive vice presidents of a company that planned to build high-tech police cars at an eastern Indiana factory are suing it for more than $600,000 in deferred wages.More >>
US equities sell-off goes on; futures slump
US equities sell-off goes on; futures slump
The momentum of a late sell-off on Wall Street is carrying through for a second day, with U.S. futures and global stock markets in retreat.More >>
The momentum of a late sell-off on Wall Street carried over into a second day, sending U.S. futures and global stock markets into retreat.More >>
US unemployment aid applications fall
US unemployment aid applications fall
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 8:53 AM EDT2013-05-23 12:53:35 GMT
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell by 23,000 last week, further evidence that the job market is slowly returning to health.More >>
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell by 23,000 last week, further evidence that the job market is slowly returning to health.More >>
Average CEO pay rises to $9.7 million in 2012
Average CEO pay rises to $9.7 million in 2012
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 3:32 AM EDT2013-05-23 07:32:30 GMT
CEO pay has been going in one direction for the past three years: up. The head of a typical large public company made $9.7 million in 2012, a 6.5 percent increase from a year earlier that was aided byMore >>
CEO pay has been going in one direction for the past three years: up.More >>
Urban renewal? Big US cities showing strong growth
Urban renewal? Big US cities showing strong growth
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 3:31 AM EDT2013-05-23 07:31:28 GMT
Most of the nation's largest cities have enhanced their allure, showing strong population growth for a second consecutive year. New census estimates show big cities surpassed the rate of growth in theirMore >>
Most of the nation's largest cities have enhanced their allure, showing strong population growth for a second consecutive year.More >>

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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 >>
Tuesday is deadline for Do Not Call list
Tuesday is deadline for Do Not Call list
Updated: Monday, May 20 2013 12:49 PM EDT2013-05-20 16:49:03 GMT
Tuesday is the next deadline to sign up for Indiana's Do Not Call registry. Since January, the state attorney general's office says it has received more than 5,000 complaints about telemarketing callsMore >>
Tuesday is the next deadline to sign up for Indiana's Do Not Call registry.More >>
Small Claims: Big Injustice
Small Claims: Big Injustice
Updated: Friday, May 17 2013 2:35 PM EDT2013-05-17 18:35:48 GMT
It's supposed to be a user-friendly township court to help settle small claims. But 13 Investigates found a system some say is out of order and failing to deliver justice. Deputies and constables deliverMore >>
It's supposed to be a user-friendly township court to help settle small claims. But 13 Investigates found a system some say is out of order and failing to deliver justice.More >>
Citizens conducts public hearing on water and sewer bill increase
Citizens conducts public hearing on water and sewer bill increase
Updated: Thursday, May 16 2013 12:18 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:18:49 GMT
Your water bills are about to go up. Citizens Energy is proposing a rate increase in the coming year and today is your chance to tell them what you think about the price hike. When it rains, like it didMore >>
Citizens Energy is proposing a rate increase in the coming year and today is your chance to tell them what you think about the price hike.More >>

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WTHR Cares: Oklahoma Tornado Relief
WTHR Cares: Oklahoma Tornado Relief
Make a donation to the Red Cross to help survivors of the tornadoes that struck near Oklahoma City.More >>
Oklahoma tornado: slide show
Oklahoma tornado: slide show
See images of the tornado outbreak near Oklahoma City on Monday, May 20, 2013.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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The WTHR Cares Community Calendar promotes events and activities that are open to the general public. The calendar runs several times a day, seven days a week on Channel 13 and the SkyTrak Weather Network.More >>

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Police: Bones found in Indianapolis home not human
Police: Bones found in Indianapolis home not human
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 11:47 AM EDT2013-05-23 15:47:51 GMT
Indianapolis Metro Police are on the scene of a vacant home in the 1500 block of English Ave. near Spruce St. That's on the Indianapolis southeast side. IMPD says they've been working with the FederalMore >>
Authorities say bones found during a search of a vacant home near Fountain Square are not human.More >>
Young Indiana boy dies after being found in pool
Young Indiana boy dies after being found in pool
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 7:02 AM EDT2013-05-23 11:02:33 GMT
Authorities say a young boy died after being found floating face down in a backyard swimming pool in northeastern Indiana. Police say emergency crews were called to the rural Whitley County home afterMore >>
Authorities say a young boy died after being found floating face down in a backyard swimming pool in northeastern Indiana. Police say emergency crews were called to the rural Whitley County home afterMore >>
Girl's Lemonade Day sale halted by misunderstanding at IMS
Girl's Lemonade Day sale halted by misunderstanding at IMS
Updated: Monday, May 20 2013 6:20 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:20:47 GMT
A 10-year-old Indianapolis girl had high hopes for Saturday's Lemonade Day, a day when kids get the chance to learn about running a small business. Morgen Morris, who was sponsored by WIBC Radio, scoredMore >>
But just an hour into selling glasses of Peachy-Keen lemonade for 75 cents a glass, an IMS employee put the brakes on Morgen Morris' stand.More >>
Once-rowdy infield goes "corporate" at IMS
Once-rowdy infield goes "corporate" at IMS
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:04 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:04:18 GMT
The Indianapolis 500 has not completely sold out in a more than a few years. Old-time fans say that the track has "sold out" to corporate sponsors. There was a time not long ago when the infield of theMore >>
The Indianapolis 500 has not completely sold out in a more than a few years. Old-time fans say that the track has "sold out" to corporate sponsors.More >>
State of your money: Missing state property
State of your money: Missing state property
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 12:43 AM EDT2013-05-23 04:43:40 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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Last-second shot drops Pacers in overtime in Game 1
Last-second shot drops Pacers in overtime in Game 1
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 11:38 AM EDT2013-05-23 15:38:11 GMT
The Indiana Pacers have taken the lead in the second quarter of the opening game of the Eastern Conference finals in Miami. The Pacers lead the Heat 24-22 early in the quarter. David West has 10 pointsMore >>
LeBron James made a layup as time expired in overtime to give the Miami Heat a 103-102 win in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals.More >>
More than 50 injured in chain-reaction school bus crash
More than 50 injured in chain-reaction school bus crash
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:11 PM EDT2013-05-23 00:11:50 GMT
Northern Indiana authorities say more than 45 middle and high school students were injured and a bus driver was seriously hurt in a chain-reaction crash involving four school buses. Kosciusko CommunityMore >>
Northern Indiana authorities say more than 45 middle and high school students were injured and a bus driver was seriously hurt in a chain-reaction crash involving four school buses.More >>
Boil advisory Issued for Franklin customers
Boil advisory Issued for Franklin customers
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 5:47 AM EDT2013-05-23 09:47:08 GMT
Indiana American Water Company's Johnson County District has issued a boil water advisory affecting approximately 7,000 customers in the city of Franklin. A main break near International Drive and EarlywoodMore >>
Indiana American Water Company's Johnson County District has issued a boil water advisory affecting approximately 7,000 customers in the city of Franklin.More >>
Business owners angered by Broad Ripple homeless camp
Business owners angered by Broad Ripple homeless camp
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:22 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:22:03 GMT
A homeless camp in Broad Ripple has long been a safety concern for people visiting, working and living in the north side Indianapolis neighborhood. Several young people live under the bridge at WestfieldMore >>
Several young people live under the bridge at Westfield Boulevard, and residents say it's been a problem for years. Last week, a burglary by one of the homeless was caught on camera. Now a Broad Ripple business owner is fed up and wants police to crack down.More >>
Indianapolis teen suspended for bullying classmates on Facebook
Indianapolis teen suspended for bullying classmates on Facebook
Updated: Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:16 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:16:50 GMT
An Indianapolis teenager is in big trouble tonight for cyber bullying using her social media account. Several of her classmates say she threatened to beat up classmates, unless they paid her off. TheMore >>
Parents say a 13-year-old IPS student was threatening other students to give her money or get beat up.More >>

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