Oasis Collegiate Classic Softball Tournament Kicks Off in Marion
Nine NCAA Division II programs from across the Midwest will compete in the three-day event.
House Committee Approves Amendment for Potential Chicago Bears Stadium
Indiana Lawmakers Approve Bill to Lure Chicago Bears to Hammond
Crime
Fatal Crash Closes Southbound I-69 at 116th Street in Fishers
Traffic diverted as police investigate the incident

Beech Grove Police Officer Brian Elliott Remembered After Tragic Death
Hundreds gather to honor the fallen officer who was killed in the line of duty while responding to a domestic disturbance call.
Hundreds honor fallen Beech Grove police officer at funeral
Officer Brian Elliott remembered for his dedication to service and community
Weather
Snow Often Follows First 70-Degree Day in Indianapolis
Analysis shows likelihood of snowfall after initial warm spell in the city

Severe Storms Possible Across Central Indiana
Hail, high winds, and isolated tornadoes forecast for Thursday
Windy and Chilly Conditions Forecast for Indianapolis on February 24
Temperatures in the low 40s, up to 40 mph wind gusts expected
Politics
Indiana House Approves Bill for Stricter SNAP and Medicaid Eligibility Verification
Democrats argue the new rules could push eligible Hoosiers out of coverage.

Indiana Senate Advances Bill to Crack Down on CDLs Held by Undocumented Immigrants
The measure aims to reform how Indiana processes Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDLs) and revoke licenses of drivers suspected of being in the country illegally.
Indiana House, Senate to Decide Fate of Sweepstakes Casino Ban Bill
Lawmakers will meet to reconcile differences in proposed legislation that could outlaw online casino-style games in the state.
Sports
Lawrence Central (IN) Hires New Head Football Coach
Russell Mann, a 4-time state champion, takes over the Bears program

Embiid Returns as 76ers Visit Shorthanded Pacers
Indiana rules out All-Star Pascal Siakam with a wrist injury as Philadelphia looks to solidify playoff positioning.
Colts GM: Franchise Tag Not Preferred for Key Free Agents
Indianapolis looking to re-sign QB Daniel Jones and WR Alec Pierce before free agency
Science
AES Indiana's New Solar Energy Center Now Online
The project includes 250 megawatts of solar generation and 180 megawatt-hours of energy storage.

Engineer Develops Microplastics Sensor to Tackle Pollution
IU professor Mark Cheng receives $2.3 million grant to build high-tech device to identify types of microplastics in water
Eagle Creek Park Welcomes New Bald Eagle Ambassador
9-month-old bald eagle to be trained for educational programs