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Indy area colleges cancel classes, host events for solar eclipse

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(MIRROR INDY) — IUPUI and University of Indianapolis are preparing for the upcoming “Total Eclipse of the (Sun)” on Monday, April 8, by canceling classes. 

Indianapolis is in the path of totality for the solar eclipse, meaning the moon will fully cover the sun for just under four minutes, from around 3:06 p.m. to 3:10 p.m. The partial eclipse starts around 1:50 p.m. and ends around 4:23 p.m. 

In addition to canceling classes in Indianapolis and across the state, IU will host several eclipse festivities throughout the day at IUPUI, including a scavenger hunt and telescopes around campus where visitors can view the eclipse.

What are other Indianapolis colleges doing?

Ivy Tech campuses across the state, including in Indianapolis, will be virtual on April 8 due to anticipated high levels of vehicle traffic. Ivy Tech also will be blocking off access to its parking lots and will reopen them on Tuesday, April 9.

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A Butler spokesperson said the university is encouraging professors to cancel afternoon classes so students can enjoy the eclipse, but not requiring it. Butler is also hosting a free eclipse-viewing event at Holcomb Observatory and Planetarium on the northwest side of campus. 

A Marian University spokesperson said the university will not cancel classes that day, but will invite prospective high school students to campus, since many high schools are closed. 

In Indianapolis, Purdue University is sponsoring a viewing event at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in partnership with NASA. Tickets are $20, but children 18 and under will be admitted for free with a paying adult.

Claire Rafford covers higher education for Mirror Indy in partnership with Open Campus.

Contact Claire Rafford at claire.rafford@mirrorindy.org or follow on Instagram/X @clairerafford. 

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Halftime: Seahawks lead Patriots, 9-0

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Halftime: Seahawks lead Patriots, 9-0


Seattle Seahawks defensive end Rylie Mills, right, sacks New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye, left, during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 60 football game, Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

SAN FRANCISCO (WISH) — The Seahawks head into halftime leading the Patriots, 9-0, in Super Bowl LX.

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The Seahawks got on the scoreboard in the first drive of the game, with Jason Myers making a 33 yard field goal.

Myers also added a 39 yard field goal and a 41 yard yard field goal in the second quarter.

The Seahawks defense was dominant, forcing the Patriots into punts on their first five possessions of the game. The Patriots had just 51 total yards in the first half.

Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold was 9-for-22 passing for 88 yards.

Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III had 14 carries for 94 yards in the first half.

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Patriots quarterback Drake Maye was 6-for-11 passing for 48 yards.

The Patriots are set to receive the ball to start the second half.



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Man Killed after Rear-Ending Excavator in Indianapolis

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Man Killed after Rear-Ending Excavator in Indianapolis


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INDIANAPOLIS — One person died in a crash late Saturday night, according to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department.

Officers arriving on East Washington Street, between Arsenal Avenue and Oriental Street, found a GMC pickup truck that had rear-ended a parked excavator surrounded by safety cones and was on fire.

The truck driver died at the scene. While investigators believe speed was a factor, they are still determining if drugs or alcohol played a role.

Anyone with information is urged to call IMPD detectives at 317-327-6549.

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Analysts and celebrities make Super Bowl picks

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SAN FRANCISCO (WISH) — Just like every Super Bowl, everybody has an opinion on who is going to win the biggest game in sports.

Celebrities and members of the media on Radio Row weighed in on who they think is going to win the matchup between the Patriots and the Seahawks.

Former NFL quarterback and NFL analyst Dan Orlovsky – Seahawks

“Seattle. Seattle and the Rams were the two best football teams for me over the past three plus months. I truly felt whoever won the NFC was going to be the Super Bowl champion.”

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NFL Network host Kyle Brandt – Patriots

“Well, everybody loves the Seahawks, which makes me kind of like the Patriots. There’s one thing I don’t want to do right now and I don’t want to bet against Mike Vrabel. I know they don’t have the same personnel. I don’t have the same eye test or tape. I’m starting to get a little twitch in my finger about the Patriots.”

Former NFL linebacker and NFL analyst Emmanuel Acho – Seahawks

“All strategy, logic, and film points to the Seahawks. Seahawks got more dudes. At the end of the day, players make plays. And Seahawks got more players. Patriots are tough, well-coached. They got dudes too, Milton Williams, Christian Gonzalez, but they just ain’t got enough bullets in the chamber.”

Actor and comedian Keegan-Michael Key – Seahawks

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“Seattle. The defense is going to take over. Just what the deal is, left side of the Patriots line, little compromise, defense is going to get through. They’re going to get to Drake May at least twice.”

Former NFL linebacker and NFL analyst Manti Te’o – Seahawks

“I think when I look at both of these teams, the Seattle Seahawks are the more dominant defense. It’s going to come down to the defense. If I had to make a choice, I’d have to lean a little bit towards Seattle because of that defense.”

Former NFL quarterback Matt Hasselbeck – Seahawks

“I’m absolutely hoping for and planning for a parade in Seattle after the game. But if not, I live in Boston. So I mean, there’s a parade there too. But you know who I’m rooting for.”

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Kickoff for the Patriots and Seahawks matchup in The Big Game is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Sunday.



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