Indianapolis, IN
Indy DPW seeking feedback on downtown two-way street conversion project
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Indianapolis Department of Public Works is seeking the public’s feedback on an upcoming project that will turn many one-way streets in downtown Indy into two-ways.
Citing data from the Federal Highway Administration, Indy DPW says the street conversions should help traffic flow, improve safety, boost connectivity, and enhance quality of life by “re-establishing a sense of place in neighborhoods have been divided by busy one-way thoroughfares.”
Below is a list of the streets DPW hopes to tackle in the project.
- Capitol Avenue from 21st to 38th streets
- Illinois Street from 21st to 38th streets
- Pennsylvania Street from I-65N to Fall Creek Parkway S Drive
- Delaware Street from I-65N to Fall Creek Parkway S Drive
- Alabama Street from Washington to Michigan streets
- New Jersey Street from Washington to Michigan streets
- East Street from Washington to 10th streets
- College Avenue from Virginia Avenue to Market Street
Brandon Herget, director of Indy DPW, said in a release on the project that the department’s engineers were still in the early design phase, but the conversions are “significant” in making neighborhood streets safer for everyone.
“Now is the right time for our community to provide input that will influence the designs of these projects, and ultimately, the future of their neighborhood streets,” he added.
Anyone interested in commenting on the upcoming conversions can submit their feedback here.
The conversions were not expected to begin until 2027.
Indianapolis, IN
Suspect’s cellphone reveals new details in Hailey Buzbee case
FISHERS, Ind. (WISH) — Court records have revealed new information in the death and disappearance of Hailey Buzbee.
The 17-year-old Hamilton Southeastern High School student was reported missing on Jan. 5, sparking a search that garnered national attention. Police later discovered her remains in Perry County, Ohio, prompting an outpouring of support from friends, coworkers, and the community.
Ohio police confiscated a black 2014 Acura driven by Tyler Thomas, 39, and his Android cellphone. They’re investigating its contents to piece together what happened.
Thomas initially told police he picked up Buzbee from her Fishers’ home and dropped her off at the Indiana-Ohio border. But police said, Thomas’ cellular data contradicts that, and he traveled directly to Columbus, Ohio, and then to a rental cabin about an hour away in Logan, Ohio. According to police, Thomas said he was alone, but rental records show the reservation was for two people.
Documents claimed Thomas admitted to police he met Buzbee while gaming online and they were communicating on an encrypted app called Session for more than a year. He said that app was used to plan the juvenile’s runaway attempt. Session’s terms of use indicate users must be at least 18 years old. Buzbee was 17.
Greg Schiller has seen this pattern before. He’s part of Child Rescue Coalition, an organization dedicated to protect children from sexual exploitation. “Predators will meet children in any number of places across the internet, websites, apps, gaming systems, and they will bridge them over to another application that the predator feels is more secure and that the victim will feel no one will see those messages. Session, among other apps, provide that anonymity for the offender to protect themselves from potential law enforcement investigation on the back end.”
Additionally, a hairtie and 47 photographs were found inside the Acura. Police swabbed it for DNA and were awaiting results.
Thomas’ lawyer said Thomas led police to Buzbee’s remains.
Police said Thomas is the last known person to have contact with the teen.
Thomas has not been charged in Buzbee’s disappearance and death, but he is charged with pandering sexual material involving minors and tampering with evidence. Police say a photo of another child being sexually abused was found on Thomas’s cellphone.
A court hearing set Tuesday for Thomas has been canceled.
Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis temperatures to climb but Valentine’s looks cold and wet
Dog Scout, 9, plays in the snow after historic storm in Indy
Dog Scout, 9, plays in the snow after historic storm in Indy
After weeks of below-freezing weather, snow-covered sidewalks and slush-lined streets around Indianapolis could melt this week as temperatures climb into the upper 30s and 40s and, for the most part, remain there.
Meteorologists with the local National Weather Service predict milder temperatures starting Monday in Central Indiana before rain and (yes) a chance of snow returns in the forecast just in time for Valentine’s Day.
Here’s a quick look at Central Indiana’s weather this week.
When will temperatures get above freezing in Indianapolis? Soon, but snow could return
Temperatures across Central Indiana are expected to climb as high as 37 degrees Monday, Feb. 9, then higher Tuesday, reaching into the mid-40s and 50s, according to NWS. A chance for snow, however, exists Thursday and Friday.
Meteorologists in a Monday social media post also warned warming conditions could lead to an increased threat of ice jams — when large chunks of broken ice block the flow of rivers — that could cause localized flooding.
What’s the Valentine’s Day forecast in Indianapolis, Indiana?
Take an umbrella if you plan to go out Saturday in the Indianapolis area for Valentine’s Day. There’s a 40-50% chance of rain. Even if it doesn’t, temperatures are expected to range in the 30s and 40s, so take a coat.
Central Indiana weather forecast, per NWS
🌤️ Monday: Sunny early, then becoming partly sunny, with a high near 37 and a low with a low around 30.
☀️ Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 45 and a low around 28.
🌤️ Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high near 38 and a low around 25.
☁️❄️ Thursday: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 36 and low around 25. A 20 percent chance of snow.
☁️❄️ Friday: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 39 and a low around 24. A 20 percent chance of snow after 1 a.m.
☁️🌧️💘 Valentine’s Day, Saturday: A 40 percent chance of rain during the day. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 40 and a low around 30. A 50 percent chance of rain in the evening.
☁️🌧️ Sunday: A 40 percent chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 41.
John Tufts covers trending news for IndyStar and Midwest Connect. Send him a news tip at JTufts@Gannett.com. Find him on BlueSky at JohnWritesStuff.
Indianapolis, IN
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.
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.
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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