Beech Grove Officer Brian Elliott Laid to Rest
Fallen officer's funeral held at his alma mater, Beech Grove High School
Bronco Players Give Penner Ownership an A+
Pacers F Obi Toppin to Return Against Hornets
Weather
Tornado Watch Issued for 27 Indiana Counties
Indianapolis not included in watch area as severe storms threaten southern parts of the state.

Severe Weather Threat Rises for Central Indiana
Forecasters warn of damaging winds, large hail, and possible tornadoes this afternoon and evening.
Indiana Braces for Mixed Bag of Severe Weather
Potential for tornadoes, hail, and snow in the coming days
Entertainment
Anderson Young Ballet Theatre presents comedic 'Coppelia'
The ballet company will perform the classic comedic ballet at the Paramount Theater from March 6-8, 2026.

Electric Lineup Announced for 2026 Indy 500 Coors Light Snake Pit
Headliner Zedd Joined by Crankdat, Wooli, it's murph, Wax Motif
Nate Bargatze breaks Gainbridge Fieldhouse record
Comedian's 'Big Dumb Eyes Tour' continues to set attendance marks across the country.
Sports
Registration Now Open for 500 Festival Rookie Run
Annual kids' race returns to downtown Indianapolis in May 2026.

Marcus Ericsson to Wear Custom Hats Designed by Young Patients
IndyCar driver partners with children's hospital to showcase patient artwork on race day hats
Indianapolis Recorder Joins 2026 HBCU All-Star Game Organizing Committee
Black-owned newspaper to play key role in hosting annual showcase of top HBCU basketball talent
Crime
Indiana Man Arrested After High-Speed Chase in Stolen Vehicle
Suspect led authorities on pursuit down Interstate-70 before crashing and being ejected from the vehicle

Suspect in Fatal Shooting of Beech Grove Officer Transferred to IDOC
Kenneth Johnson, 47, charged with murder and other counts, moved to state prison for safekeeping
Deadly Mobile Home Fire Investigated in Indianapolis
One fatality reported as crews respond to blaze on city's west side
Politics
Indiana Establishes Faith-Based Institutions Initiative
Lt. Gov. Beckwith to lead new program aimed at supporting faith-based organizations

Indiana Bill to Ban Under-21 THC Sales Stalls in House
Senate Bill 250 aimed to prohibit sale and advertising of hemp-derived THC products near schools and playgrounds
Indiana Passes Immigration Enforcement Bill, Awaits Governor's Signature
The legislation would require government entities to comply with ICE detainer requests and impose penalties on employers who hire undocumented workers.