Indiana
Indiana's transition from frigid to fabulous weather
TONIGHT
As the stars begin to twinkle, Indianapolis gears up for a vibrant All-Star weekend. The night is clear, with a frigid low of 17°F. The west-southwest winds, brisk at 10 to 18 mph and gusting to 26 mph, will ensure a lively yet chilly ambiance for any outdoor events. The wind’s whisper carries the excitement through the city streets, where basketball fans and locals alike are wrapped in layers, their breath visible in the cold night air as they partake in the prelude to the weekend’s festivities.
TOMORROW
Sunday’s sun rises to a chorus of cheers, casting a spotlight on the city as it hosts the NBA All-Star game. With a high near 37°F, the southwest winds persist, gusting up to 25 mph, challenging but not deterring the determined spirits of players and fans. The warmth of the sun will be a welcome contrast to the crisp air, creating an invigorating atmosphere for the day’s events, from fan zones to community gatherings, all basking in the collective excitement.
TOMORROW NIGHT
As the echoes of the final buzzer fade, the night settles in mostly clear, with a low around 20°F. The southwest winds ease after midnight, allowing the day’s energy to gently simmer down, giving way to a tranquil end to an unforgettable day of sportsmanship and celebration
PRESIDENT’S DAY
The holiday morning greets Indianapolis with sunny skies and a high of 44°F, an encouraging start to Washington’s Birthday. Gentle south winds at 5 to 8 mph will create a mild, pleasant environment for any continued celebrations or reflective moments in honor of the nation’s history.
MONDAY NIGHT
Partly cloudy skies will bring the day to a close, with temperatures lowering to around 28°F. The soft south winds at 7 mph will caress the city as it rests from the weekend’s exuberance.
8-DAY FORECAST
The forthcoming week holds the promise of a spring tease, with Tuesday’s sun pushing highs to 49°F, and Wednesday’s temperatures reaching an even more generous 57°F. The potential for rain returns Wednesday night into Thursday, likely providing nourishment to the city’s gardens and parks. As the jubilance of the NBA All-Star weekend lingers, Indianapolis will see a return to mostly sunny skies by Friday, with a comfortable high of 42°F, setting the stage for a return to normalcy and the anticipation of the next big event on the city’s horizon.
Indiana
‘Foul play’ suspected in death investigation on Indiana-Ohio state line, Wayne County officials say
WAYNE COUNTY, Ind. (WISH) — Police are investigating the death of a person who died in the emergency department of Reid Health in Richmond.
Wayne County Coroner Brent Meadows was notified of the death Wednesday evening, according to a media release. Evidence has reportedly indicated that foul play is involved.
Officials believe the incident may have occurred in the area of the Petro Travel Center in New Paris, Ohio, just across the Indiana-Ohio state line.
The coroner’s office said the deceased person has been transported to the Miami Valley Regional Crime Laboratory in Dayton, Ohio, for a forensic autopsy and identification.
The office is still working the locate and identify the victim’s family.
This remains an active investigation.
News 8’s Michaela Springer contributed to this report.
Braden Smith spent four seasons with Purdue basketball proving all the power conference programs who overlooked him missed out.
Now the former Boilermaker point guard has a chance to do the same in the NBA.
Smith, a Westfield native, is headed to the Pacers after Indiana traded for him when the Chicago Bulls selected him with the 38th pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, a source confirmed to IndyStar.
Smith is Purdue’s third draft pick in five years, joining lottery picks Jaden Ivey and Zach Edey among a group of now 11 NBA draft selections to play at Purdue under Matt Painter.
Here’s a look at Smith’s Purdue career and what he brings to the Pacers.
Before capping a career that includes two Big Ten regular season and two Big Ten Tournament championships, along with helping Purdue end a 44-year Final Four drought, Smith broke former Duke guard Bobby Hurley’s all-time NCAA assists record.
Along the way, Smith took home the 2025 Bob Cousy Award as the nation’s top point guard in a season where he also was the Big Ten Player of the Year. A two-time consensus first-team All-American, Smith finished his Purdue career eighth in career points (1,932), third in steals (249) and has the top three assist seasons in school history that helped add to his NCAA record total of 1,103.
Smith’s knock is his 5-foot-10 1/2 height measurement, but that didn’t deter him from being one of college basketball’s top players.
What Smith lacked in height, he made up for in basketball IQ. He’s lethal with a midrange jump shot and showcased an unblockable fadeaway that allowed him to shoot over lengthier defenders. He mastered manipulating defenses while playing with marquee big men the last four seasons.
His role in the NBA likely will be not require him to be the team’s primary playmaker immediately. Smith’s awareness of that fact pushed a more defensive-minded approach in preparation for the next level. At the NBA Draft Combine in May, Smith showed he’s capable of defending elite guards.
Smith is an elite competitor who never showed to shy away from the dirty work, which is something that can help him earn NBA minutes as a rookie while trying to find his footing in an unfamiliar backup role.
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The body of a 13-year-old boy was recovered from Lake Michigan during a multiple-day search near a beach in Michigan City, Indiana.
Officials did not provide further details.
A search has been underway since Monday night after witnesses reported seeing a child wearing red shorts enter the water.
Michigan City police said officers responded to a possible drowning just before 5:40 p.m. on Monday near Washington Park Beach.
Police said the child disappeared underwater just south of the lighthouse and did not resurface.
A search was initiated with dive efforts, a fishing boat, drone technology, and a medical helicopter deployed.
The Michigan City Fire Department said three divers suffered minor injuries during the search and are being treated at Franciscan Health. Fire officials said divers encountered “challenging water conditions” before the search was suspended.
Officials have not identified the body recovered.
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