Indianapolis experiences a cloudy morning with isolated showers, turning sunny with highs of 72°F. Winds may reach 21 mph. The evening promises clear skies and a low around 49. The weather is expected to remain calm and warm into the week.

Indiana ranks second in Forbes' Best States to Start a Business, with support from new laws and the Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Measures include guarding against threats from countries like China and Russia.

Mayor Thomson hosts a Traveling Town Hall focusing on housing issues at Jackson Creek Middle School on October 6, encouraging community dialogue on local matters.

Bloomington gears up for its Youth Leadership Summit for middle and high school male students, with speakers and workshops focused on leadership and development.

Ryan Austin Lauless from Colorado pleaded guilty to sextortion of at least 68 minors and sex trafficking of five children, exploiting social media under a fake identity.

The Civic Square Condominiums in Carmel, nearing completion, celebrated a topping out ceremony. Set to open in 2026, the development will offer luxury living near local attractions and include city-owned parking.

Indiana State Trooper Haley Howard was hospitalized after her car was hit by a suspected impaired driver while she was protecting a disabled vehicle on I-65.

The Indianapolis Zoo celebrated the second birthday of Jabari, their youngest African Savanna elephant, with treats and enrichment activities enjoyed by the elephant herd.

An Indiana woman died after her car crashed into Ketchikan Creek in Alaska, hitting a pedestrian and submerging in the water. Despite initial resuscitation efforts, she succumbed to her injuries.

The Lagers in Lawrence Oktoberfest celebration features over 150 craft beers, food, live music, games, and wiener dog races, highlighting German heritage and local hospitality.

Lawrence has begun street improvements, starting with Geist Valley Estates. 52nd Street and Fairways East at Winding Ridge will experience milling and paving in early September, affecting travel.

Cass County, Indiana, celebrated a significant increase in third-grade literacy rates according to recent IREAD assessment results for the 2024-2025 school year.

A Muncie man was sentenced to 36 years for throwing his girlfriend in front of a train, convicted of attempted murder and battery with a deadly weapon.