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Indianapolis Zoo CEO Dr. Rob Shumaker has resigned after a short leave of absence. The board thanked him but did not name an immediate successor.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A shooting Sunday night in Castleton left one person critically injured; IMPD is investigating and asks anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.
Community & Society in ...
A weather‑activated warming shelter at West Morris Church will open tonight at 6 p.m. for men and couples as temperatures drop across central Indiana.
Marion County deputies posted that Emmanuel L. Chowning is wanted in Indianapolis for failing to register as a sex or violent offender. Officials provided a DOB, description and tip lines.
After Oaklynn Vazquez's death in February, her aunt is urging lawmakers to create "Oaklynn's Law" — a shared system to flag suspected child abuse across schools, hospitals and police.
Weather & Environment in ...
A severe thunderstorm watch covered Delaware County overnight into early Tuesday, with lightning, heavy rain and gusty winds possible.
A late-night shooting on Indianapolis' west side left one person injured and prompted an IMPD investigation; police are asking for tips.
Gusty west winds and scattered snow showers hit Indianapolis on Monday, March 16, 2026. Light slushy accumulation under an inch possible; plan for slick spots.
IMPD says one person was shot Monday night in the 3200 block of Baltimore Avenue on Indy’s near northeast side. The victim is stable as investigators canvass the area.
Late‑night severe‑thunderstorm warnings covered central Indiana, with radar‑indicated gusts near 60 mph and interstate travel impacts. Authorities urged residents to shelter.
A two-vehicle crash early Sunday near Sherman Drive and East Washington Street left one person dead and another in critical condition, police say.
Grant County deputies named 51‑year‑old Douglas Day wanted for failing to register as a sex offender after a tip placed him at a camper near 50th Street and SR 9.
IMPD says officers found a person with gunshot injuries Saturday in the 2100 block of Kildare Avenue. Detectives are asking anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers.
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