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Family of 5 displaced, firefighter injured in house fires across Indianapolis

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INDIANAPOLIS —Several fires broke out across Indianapolis Sunday night into Monday morning, leaving a family of five displaced and a firefighter injured.

6336 Selago Dr.

According to the Indianapolis Fire Department, the call for the first fire came in around 9:41 p.m.

Firefighters responded to a house fire at 6336 Selago Dr. A heavy fire broke out in the family’s garage and spread to the attic, causing significant damage to the home and four cars.

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The family told firefighters they heard a loud boom and began to see smoke. Luckily, smoke alarms were activated, and the family of five and their dog were able to evacuate safely.

The fire department said firefighters had their work cut out for them but with an aggressive attack, they could get the fire under control in 25 minutes. No injuries were reported and the exact cause of the fire is still under investigation.

434 Hamilton Ave.

IFD said they responded to a fire at 434 Hamilton around 12:54 a.m. after receiving seven 911 calls.

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The fire broke out in three houses that were all vacant. There were no working smoke alarms in the residences.

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IFD said crews got the fire under control in about 2 hours but all three homes were a total loss.

One firefighter was slightly injured but was checked on the scene and returned to work.

No other injuries were reported.

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The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

2000 block of North College Ave.

Multiple homes were damaged on the city’s north side Monday morning.

IFD fire crews arrived to the 2000 block of North College Avenue for a house fire just before 4 a.m.

Firefighters worked to put out the flames until around 6 a.m. but despite their efforts, one of the properties was a total loss.

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IFD said two of the homes were vacant but a third one was occupied. However, no one was home while crews were working and no civilian injuries were reported.

A firefighter was slightly injured while on scene.

Neighbor Gary Staver said he was startled when woke up to the flashing lights and sirens.

“My dog woke me up,” Staver said. “I thought he needed to come outside, so I was bringing him outside and started hearing something, I could smell smoke and I started hearing somebody yelling for help. And just about that time is when the emergency vehicles started responding.”

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5116 West 38 St.

Around 6 a.m., IFD responded to a fire at Sun Shine Breakfast House and Grill located at 5116 West 38 St.

When crews arrived to the scene, they observed fire showing from the roof.

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IFD said there were working smoke alarms in the business.

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After an aggressive attack, the fire was put out in under 20 minutes.

No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.





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1 dead after shooting on Indy’s near south side

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INDIANAPOLIS — One person died in a shooting on Indy’s near south side on Saturday evening.

According to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, officers were called to the 2300 block of S. Pennsylvania Street at approximately 9:45 p.m. on report of a shooting. This is a residential area located near Raymond Street and Madison Avenue.

Officers reported finding an adult male suffering from an apparent gunshot wound outside a residence. The victim was rushed to an area hospital in critical condition, but later was pronounced deceased.

The Marion County Coroner’s Office has not released the deceased’s name at this time.

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Police ask anyone with information about this shooting to contact Detective Kristina Friel at the IMPD Homicide Office at (317) 327-3475 or e-mail the detective at Kristina.Friel@indy.gov. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at (317) 262-TIPS.



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Pirates farm report for April 18, 2026: Rafael Flores Jr. hits 1st homer in Indianapolis win

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INDIANAPOLIS (Triple A, 6-14) thumped Omaha (Royals), 11-3. 1B Rafael Flores Jr. (.206) went 2 for 3 with a double, his first home run, two runs scored and three RBIs. LF Tyler Callihan (.239) went 3 for 4 with a double and his first homer, a two-run shot. DH Enmanuel Valdez (.273) went 2 for 4 with his first homer and three runs scored. RF Esmerlyn Valdez (.258) went 2 for 5 with two doubles and a run scored. SS Davis Wendzel (.269) went 1 for 3 with a double, two walks, two runs scored and two RBIs. RHP Carson Fulmer (2-0, 5.51) started, gave up three runs on three hits in five innings and earned the win. RHP Chris Devenski (1.50) and LHP Joe La Sorsa (3.24) each pitched two scoreless innings.

Next: Sunday at Omaha (Royals), 3:05 p.m.

ALTOONA (Double-A, 2-12) had two hits – both solo home runs – and beat Portland (Red Sox), 2-0. LHP Dominic Perachi (1-0, 1.80) started and went six innings, allowing three hits and two walks with three strikeouts. RHP Landon Tomkins (3.38) followed with two scoreless. RHP Jaycob Deese (3.00) worked the ninth for his first save. LF Titus Dumitru (.146) went 1 for 3 with his second homer. C Shawn Ross (.182) went 1 for 3 with his second homer.

Next: Sunday vs. Portland (Red Sox), 1 p.m.

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GREENSBORO (High-A, 10-4) lost 8-3 to Brooklyn (Mets). C Easton Carmichael (.273) went 2 for 4 with an RBI. RF Shalin Polanco (.250) went 1 for 3 with a stolen base and an RBI. 1B Jared Jones (.277) went 2 for 5 with a run scored. RHP Carlson Reed (0-1, 7.36) started, recorded one out and gave up four runs on two hits and four walks. RHP Jose Garces (3.60) pitched two scoreless innings.

Next: Sunday at Brooklyn (Mets), 2 p.m.

BRADENTON (Low-A, 5-9) allowed seven stolen bases in its 6-5 loss to Tampa (Yankees). CF Edward Florentino, starting a rehab assignment as he recovers from an ankle injury, went 1 for 3 with a walk, double and run scored. LHP Reinold Navarro (6.43) started and gave up three hits, four walks and two earned runs over three innings while striking out five. SS/1B Eddie Rynders (.128) went 2 for 4 with a double and an RBI. DH Edgleen Perez (.238) went 1 for 4 and drove in two runs. LF/CF Josh Tate (.208) went 2 for 5 with an RBI. 2B/SS Antonio Pimentel (.154) went 2 for 4 with a double. RHP Greiber Mendez (5.40) and RHP Noah Murdock (0-1, 9.00), who took the loss, each gave up two hits and one run in one inning. RHP Treyson Peters pitched the final three innings, allowing five hits, one earned run and one walk while striking out two.

Next: Sunday at Tampa (Yankees), noon

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The Zone Extra | April 18, 2026

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INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — It was another busy week in high school sports in central Indiana and ‘The Zone Extra’ has it all covered.

Athlete of the week and Guerin Catholic senior outfielder Ian Taylor is off to a scorching hot start to the young season. Check out his interview as well as Guerin Catholic head coach Dave Schrage talk about Taylor’s success.

The Johnson County baseball tournament came to a close. See highlights from Center Grove’s tournament victory.

The 4A baseball coaches poll was released as well as the 3A softball coaches poll.

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The former Columbus North gymnastics coach, John Hinds, passed away at 88 years old.

Center Grove head softball coach Alyssa Coleman joins the show for a coaches corner conversation.

See highlights from the Colts Local Pro Day, featuring several former Hoosiers and Purdue’s Devin Mockobee.

Girls lacrosse is in the first season as an IHSAA emerging sport.

All of that, and more, can be found in the full The Zone Extra show above.

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