Indianapolis, IN
Chicago Bears and Indianapolis Colts: TV, Radio and Betting
Chicago Bears (1-1) at Indianapolis Colts (0-2)
Kickoff: Noon Sunday
Where: Lincoln Oil Stadium, Indianapolis
TV: CBS (Andrew Catalon, Tiki Barber, Jason McCourty and AJ Ross
Radio: ESPN AM-1000 (Jeff Joniak, Tom Thayer, Jason McKie)
Sirius XM Radio: Channel 160 or 382
I’m worried about Caleb Williams, not his talent— his mind.
Let’s talk sports psychology: pic.twitter.com/etsWtfxte0
— Emmanuel Acho (@EmmanuelAcho) September 16, 2024
Spanish Radio: Latino Mix 93.5 FM (Omar Ramos, Miguel Esparza)
The Line: Colts by 1, over/under 43 1/2.
The Series: The Colts lead 25-19. The Colts won the last game in 2020 at Soldier Field 19-11.
The Coaches: Bears coach Matt Eberflus is 11-25 in his third season and hasn’t faced Indianapolis, the team he worked for as defensive coordinator from 2018-21.
Was it all bad for Caleb Williams Sunday night in Houston?
The @nflnetwork analyst on why everyone should pump the brakes on criticizing #DaBears rookie QB:#NFL pic.twitter.com/KA2Dca98s1
— Rich Eisen Show (@RichEisenShow) September 16, 2024
Colts coach Shane Steichen is 9-10 in his second season and hasn’t faced the Bears. His team finished 9-8 last year.
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Last Week: The Bears lost 19-13 on Sunday Night Football to the Houston Texans, the team that had beaten the Colts 29-27 in the season opener in Indianapolis. The Bears had only 71 yards rushing and Caleb Williams completed 23 of 37 while throwing for 174 yards.
.@ChicagoBears @CALEBcsw on 3-9 opening drive with a “malachi crunch”. The timing doesnt seem crisp. #BaldysBreakdowns pic.twitter.com/VSGEMW53go
— Brian Baldinger (@BaldyNFL) September 17, 2024
The Colts gave up 261 yards rushing on 53 carries to the Packers in a 16-10 loss at Lambeau Field. Indianapolis had the ball for only 19 minutes and 49 seconds as Green Bay’s running game kept the Colts offense off the field.
The Matchup: The two Super Bowl XLI oppponents get together again. The Bears try to establish something on offense, either on the ground or through the air, after two poor efforts on that side of the ball to start the season. Protecting Williams will be a key in the passing game after he was sacked seven times by the Texans Sunday night. The test for the Colts will be stopping the run, even though the Bears haven’t shown they can do it yet. The Colts gave up 213 and 261 on the ground in the first two games. Bears running backs D’Andre Swift, Khalil Herbert, Travis Homer and Velus Jones Jr. have averaged only 2.48 yards per rushing attempt this sesaon.
Colts QB Anthony Richardson is trying to become more efficient. So far he has been a big-play machine, but many of the big plays were for the other team. He has thrown four interceptions in two games. Williams has two interceptions in two games. Richardson has completed less than half his passes (26 of 53) but has completions of 50, 53, 57 and 30 yards while the Bears’ long on the year is 27 yards. The Colts want to see receiver Michael Pittman more involved. He has seven receptions but for only 52 yards.
Of Note: Williams started last week’s game by completing seven straight passes, becoming the first Bears rookie QB to do this since Jim McMahon in 1982. … The Bears rank last in yards per play (3.0), yards per pass (3.0) and net passing yards per game (99). … Although the Colts are winless, the Texans are the only team in the AFC South to have won a game this year. … The Bears defense has allowed three points in the second half this year. … The injury to watch for the Bears this week is again wide receiver Keenan Allen, with plantar fasciitis. He missed last week’s game and did not practice all last week.
Next Week: The Bears host the Rams on Sept. 29 at noon and the Colts host the Steelers Sept. 29 at noon.
Betting Trends
Caleb Williams showing up to the Bears facility after tonights game pic.twitter.com/9thjpIgI3C
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INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Indy Parks on Saturday will unveil the restoration of longstanding fountains, a project almost two years in the making.
The fountains were already shooting water among newly landscaped walking paths on Wednesday afternoon at the Garfield Park Sunken Garden.
City planner and landscape architect George Kessler designed the Sunken Garden and the adjacent Garfield Park Conservatory, which was built in 1916 at 2505 Conservatory Drive.
Funds for the $3 million restoration project were part of an $80 million Lilly Endowment grant issued to Indy Parks in late 2022 for projects at 42 Indianapolis parks.
The Friends of Garfield Park, a group devoted to the south-side park, oversaw the project to restore the concrete walls and plumbing, and add color-changing lights to enhance the look of the fountains.
The group hopes to raise an additional $1 million for the upkeep of the fountains.
A news release issued Wednesday said a recognition event and a ribbon-cutting, free and open to the public, were scheduled for 4 p.m. Saturday. Due to storms in the forecast, the event could be delayed or canceled.
Indianapolis, IN
That trail you walk downtown? It’s generated $3 billion for Indianapolis, study finds
See the 10th Street Cultural Trail Expansion ribbon cutting ceremon
Highlights: Indiana Ave. and 10th Street Cultural Trail Expansion ribbon cutting on Indiana Ave. on Thursday, June 20, 2024, in Indianapolis.
Since its creation, the Indianapolis Cultural Trail in the heart of Circle City has drawn millions of residents and visitors to its distinctive paved path. But according to a new report, the trail isn’t just beneficial for those looking to get out on an urban stroll or bike ride — it’s a driver for the city’s economy and quality of life.
The report, “Indianapolis Cultural Trail: A Legacy of Gene and Marilyn Glick at 20: Connecting People, Places, and Possibility,” was based on analysis by James Lima Planning + Development, a group of real estate, planning and economic development advisors. Here’s what to know about the report.
How has the Cultural Trail affected the city’s growth, development?
According to the report from 2026, the 10-mile trail has generated $3 billion in assessed property value around its path — money that supports the city and its governmental services.
The population along the trail has grown five times the city average and retail space near the trail has increased 39%, the report shows. Nearby food and beverage sales are almost twice the average per square foot in Indianapolis.
Additionally, the report shows, undeveloped land along the trail has the potential to add $1.4 billion of value in the near future. Since an initial study in 2015, the trail’s economic impact has grown from $1 billion to $3 billion.
“For nearly 20 years, the Indianapolis Cultural Trail has helped transform Downtown Indianapolis into a more vibrant, connected and economically competitive city,” Mayor Joe Hogsett said in a June 3 news release. “It is more than a trail. It is a nationally recognized public asset that drives investment, supports local businesses, connects neighborhoods and improves quality of life for the people who live, work, play and stay in our city.”
According to the report, over 1 million people use the trail each year, and almost half of downtown Indianapolis residents live within a three-minute walk of the path.
What other features does the Cultural Trail offer?
Users of the Indianapolis Cultural Trail aren’t limited to walking — the Pacers Bikeshare program, operated by the trail, has 57 bike stations throughout the city that are accessible 24/7.
The trail also features nearly six acres of plants and greenspace, offering locals and visitors an urban getaway. City planners from across the world have visited the trail to study its design, according to the report.
What is the future of the Indianapolis Cultural Trail?
Focus on the Indianapolis Cultural Trail has shifted from construction and maintenance to long-term operations and expanded resources for the public.
Kären Haley, executive director of the Indianapolis Cultural Trail, Inc. — the trail’s nonprofit — said it has grown into the “crown jewel” of the city with the growth and development it has created over two decades.
“The Cultural Trail is driving billions in investment and making surrounding neighborhoods thriving destinations,” she said in a June 3 news release. “As we enter the next phase for the Trail, we look forward to building upon our initial 20 years of impact.”
Mia Thurow is the breaking news and criminal justice reporting intern for the Indianapolis Star. She can be reached at mthurow@gannett.com.
ICYMI: Top 5 IndyStar business stories in May 2026
A busy month at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway reignited debates about hotels and the downtown heliport. Plus, Eli Lilly celebrated 150 years.
May came and went, and with it, we saw the closest Indianapolis 500 finish in history, the 150th anniversary of Eli Lilly and a contested primary election day.
There’s also been some movement in retail news ahead of the summer shopping season. On the north side, a new women’s clothing store opened while a piercing studio set up shop in Speedway. Meanwhile, an indoor children’s play place opened on the near north side.
Read on for four spots that recently opened and one in Broad Ripple that said farewell.
Openings
Monkee’s
8659 River Crossing Blvd., monkeesofindianapolis.com, opened in March
Monkee’s of Indianapolis, a high-end women’s clothing store, opened recently on the north side in the Shops at River Crossing near the Fashion Mall. The brand Monkee’s started in the South three decades ago and has since grown to nearly 70 locations. In Indianapolis, Missy Llewellyn and Whitney Schmitt started the franchise to bring the clothing brand to the Circle City.
The Nest Play Cafe
515 E 22nd St Suite 101, indynestplaycafe.com, opened early May
The Nest Play Cafe opened at the corner of Central Avenue and 22nd Street, offering an indoor space for parents and caregivers to bring their children to play. Caregivers can book 90-minute play sessions for $15 per child over the age of one. Tickets for additional siblings run $10. The cafe sells coffee and snacks, too.
Open Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Friday 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m. to noon. Closed Tuesdays.
Forget Me Not Piercing Studio
5324 W. 16th St., jessflowerspiercings.square.site, opened May 27
A new piercing studio opened in Speedway at the end of May just days after the Indianapolis 500. Forget Me Not Piercing offers traditional lobe, helix and conch piercings along with nostril and septum piercings. Artist Jess Flowers opened the one-woman shop on 16th Street.
Open Sunday and Thursday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Black Orchid Barbers Fountain Square
1201 Prospect St. Suite 100, blackorchidbarbers.com, opened in May
Black Orchid, a local barbershop known for its sharp haircuts with a side of humor, opened its Fountain Square spot, marking the company’s seventh brick-and-mortar location. Walk-ins are welcome but Black Orchid recommends grabbing a time slot online for your preferred service.
Open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Closures
Vitality IV Bar
6302 Guilford Ave., vitalityivbar.com
An IV-wellness spot in Broad Ripple shut its doors last month. Vitality IV Bar was located next to the Thieves cocktail lounge, formerly the Broad Ripple Starbucks location, before it went out of business.
Vitality IV still operates an Indianapolis-area location on Mass Ave downtown at 749 Massachusetts Ave where customers can book a variety of infusions with vitamins.
See a store opening or closing near you? Contact IndyStar reporter Alysa Guffey at alysa.guffey@indystar.com.
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