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One of the biggest additions to Beech Grove High School in 50 years promises not just to pique the interest of students this year, but guide them to careers that promise a lifetime of opportunity.More>>
Most central Indiana students are back in school, but some area high school athletes spent their final days of summer vacation with others who dream of a spot on the playing field.More>>
There's a new child care offering that opens its doors in Hendricks County and it promises some high-tech solutions for parents to monitor their little ones.More>>
While students are enjoying their summer away from the classroom, some teachers are back in class to check out the next wave of teaching technology.More>>
Every week, Sunrise anchor Bruce Kopp profiles a school or program in central Indiana that is doing something remarkable. Submit your story idea here!More >>
Monday, June 11 2012 6:14 PM EDT2012-06-11 22:14:06 GMT
Summer is a perfect time to read a good book, and two Indianapolis schools are getting the perfect surroundings to encourage kids. The transformation is complete at IPS School 27: A classroom has beenMore >>
The transformation is complete at IPS School 27: A classroom has been converted into the perfect climate to curl up with a good book.More >>
Monday, June 4 2012 2:48 PM EDT2012-06-04 18:48:16 GMT
For those students in their final days of the school year, it can be a struggle to concentrate with summer vacation on the way. Students at one Avon school are using a decades-old Indiana tradition toMore >>
Students at one Avon school are using the decades-old Indiana tradition to keep their focus before summer.More >>
Tuesday, May 22 2012 3:22 AM EDT2012-05-22 07:22:25 GMT
A Carmel eighth grader has captured the hearts of his fellow classmates with his ability to solve some complicated problems. Arriving at school for Chad Qian has never looked like it looked last week,More >>
A Carmel eighth grader has captured the hearts of his fellow classmates with his ability to solve some complicated problems.More >>
Monday, May 14 2012 4:48 PM EDT2012-05-14 20:48:53 GMT
An elementary school project has grown into an annual event in Hendricks County. The proceeds benefit those who are dealing with life-changing accidents. For one week out of the year, the parking lotMore >>
For one week out of the year, the parking lot at Reagan Elementary School in Brownsburg is transformed into a miniature golf amusement park.More >>
Monday, April 30 2012 5:23 PM EDT2012-04-30 21:23:04 GMT
One area high school has found an engaging and popular way to connect with students, while looking to advance the future of special education students. It has all the trappings of your popular coffeeMore >>
One area high school has found an engaging and popular way to connect with students, while looking to advance the future of special education students.More >>
Tuesday, April 24 2012 12:04 AM EDT2012-04-24 04:04:27 GMT
A former Center Grove High School student who designed an app for his fellow student has moved on to his next promising venture. Now he's in on the ground floor of a project that goes well beyond the hallwaysMore >>
A former Center Grove High School student who designed an app for his fellow students has moved on to his next promising venture. Now he's in on the ground floor of a project that goes well beyond the hallways of his high school.More >>
Monday, April 2 2012 6:05 PM EDT2012-04-02 22:05:58 GMT
It's spring break for many area schools, a time for students to escape from the demands of the classroom. At one metro area high school, one volunteer is helping students deal with life's stresses in part by enduring his own challenges.More >>
Area school children are getting a first hand look into the future thanks to two learning centers in the Indianapolis metro area. The Challenger Center has students reaching for the stars.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:45 AM EDT2013-05-23 13:45:18 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 >>
Detectives say so far, they have not found anything suspicious and they are not considering the home a crime scene at this point.More >>
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 >>
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 >>
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 >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 4:25 AM EDT2013-05-23 08:25:03 GMT
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. The Spartan Summer Food Truck was scheduledMore >>
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 >>
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 >>
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 >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 4:22 AM EDT2013-05-23 08:22:24 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 >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 12:56 AM EDT2013-05-23 04:56:48 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 >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:45 AM EDT2013-05-23 13:45:18 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 >>
Detectives say so far, they have not found anything suspicious and they are not considering the home a crime scene at this point.More >>
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 >>
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 >>
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 >>
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. More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 12:56 AM EDT2013-05-23 04:56:48 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 >>
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 >>
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 >>
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 >>
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 >>