Fifth Grader Wins IPS District Spelling Bee
Benjamin Lee from Theodore Potter School 74 clinches title, advances to regional competition.
Butler Guard, Former Lawrence North Star Out for Season with Injury
WISH-TV Now Available on Hulu
Weather
Indianapolis Weather Extremes Over 155-Year Record
From record-breaking temperatures to historic rainfall and snowfall, a look at the most extreme weather events in Indianapolis over the past century and a half.

Central Indiana Misses Snow as Temperatures Gradually Rise
Fort Wayne sees snow sticking to roads, while Marion and Muncie may see a few flakes
Clouds Decrease, Warm-Up Ahead in Central Indiana
Early snow misses most of the region as temperatures rise this week.
Crime
Concerns Raised Over Privacy-Focused Chat App Session After Alleged Misuse
Court documents reveal suspect in Hailey Buzbee case used Session app to communicate with 17-year-old for over a year before her abduction.

IMPD Investigating Death on Northwest Side as Homicide
Police found a victim with trauma inside a vehicle on West 29th Street.
1 Killed in Crash on Indy's Near East Side
Police investigating fatal incident on East Washington Street
Politics
Indiana Locks Gender Markers on IDs, Raising Concerns
A new policy at the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles is drawing criticism from transgender advocates and a mother worried for her daughter's safety.

Identical Twin Brothers Defy Political Divide
Indianapolis siblings with opposing political views show how family ties can endure America's toxic partisanship.
Indiana BMV to stop allowing gender marker changes on licenses
The new rule takes effect Thursday, ending a previous policy that allowed court orders and physician statements to make gender marker changes.
Lifestyle
Indiana Seeks Public Input on Statewide Water Management Plan
State hosting workshops across Indiana to gather feedback on new water inventory and management platform.

Wellness Expert Shares Self-Care Tips and Safety Resources for Galentine's Day
Sherry Mukasa Matemachani provides ideas for fun, festive, and safe girls' night celebrations.
Butler University's new Deaf education program sparks controversy
Deaf community raises concerns over program's focus on teaching speaking and listening skills
Sports
Scott Dixon & Dallara Inducted into IMS Hall of Fame
Six-time INDYCAR champion and chassis manufacturer founder to be honored in May 2026

Ben Davis High School Hires Brett Cooper as New Head Football Coach
Cooper brings a proven track record of building winning programs and developing student-athletes.
ESPN Projects Colts to Re-Sign Emerging Free Agent Safety
Nick Cross, a 25-year-old safety, is expected to receive a contract extension from the Indianapolis Colts.