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First snow, 40 mph freezing wind gusts coming to Indiana. How it could affect your Thursday

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November 20, 2024

First snow, 40 mph freezing wind gusts coming to Indiana. How it could affect your Thursday

Central Indiana is poised to see its first accumulating snowfall of the year Thursday thanks to a cold front blowing into the Midwest beginning Wednesday.

Despite earlier reports the snow might not stick around, forecasters with the National Weather Service in Indianapolis now predict 1-2 inches of snow could accumulate in the Indy metro area, potentially impacting Thursday’s rush hour traffic.

Here’s what Hoosiers living in Central Indiana can expect.

When will it start snowing in Central Indiana?

Meteorologists said Central Indiana could see light snow falling Wednesday night into Thursday morning, followed by a second round of snow beginning around 4 p.m. Thursday.

Gusty winds and snow could impact Hoosier’s commute Thursday

Along with the frosty weather, forecasters said Hoosiers should brace for strong, freezing winds that might reduce visibility on some roads.

“We’re looking at wind gusts in the 40 mph range peaking around (Thursday afternoon), so that could cause some lower visibilities than what we usually see with these snow rates,” said NWS meteorologist Aaron Updike, who urged motorists to take caution and stay up to date with the weather.

“The snowfall should be pretty compact so it shouldn’t drift much, but whenever you get these high winds, you can have slicker roads,” Updike said. “If you’re traveling to and from work Thursday, just make sure you’re giving yourself extra time.”

How much snow could Indianapolis, Indiana, get?

Some areas of Central Indiana could see 1-2 inches of snow on the ground late Thursday, while areas north of Indianapolis into Kokomo might receive 2-3 inches, according to a social media post by NWS.

The heaviest snowfall is expected to occur Thursday afternoon into Thursday night.

“That’s going to make for a pretty dreary and cold Thursday,” said NWS meteorologist Andrew White on Tuesday. “Wind chills are going to be in the upper teens across portions of Central Indiana.”

Temperatures later into the week are expected to remain cold, with highs predicted to be in the upper 30s to mid 40s Friday into Sunday.

Live weather radar for Central Indiana

Weather forecast for Central Indiana, per NWS

🌧️ Wednesday: Showers, mainly before noon. Steady temperature around 46. Breezy, with a west wind 16 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 34 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible.

🌧️❄️ Wednesday night: Scattered rain and snow showers before midnight, then scattered rain showers between midnight and 2 a.m., then snow showers likely after 2 a.m. Cloudy, with a low around 31. West wind 13 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.

❄️ Thursday: Snow showers before 5 p.m., then snow showers, possibly mixed with rain. Steady temperature around 33. West wind 13 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.

❄️🌧️ Thursday night: Snow, possibly mixed with rain, becoming all snow after 7 p.m. Low around 32. North northwest wind 10 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible.

❄️🌧️ Friday: A slight chance of rain and snow showers before 10 a.m., then a chance of rain showers. Cloudy, with a high near 45. West northwest wind 10 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

☁️ Friday night: Cloudy, with a low around 36. West northwest wind 9 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.

☁️ Saturday: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 48. West wind around 8 mph.

☁️ Saturday night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 34. West wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.

🌤️ Sunday: Partly sunny, with a high near 54. Light south wind becoming south southwest 5 to 9 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 18 mph.

🌧️ Sunday night: A 50 percent chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 47. South southwest wind around 8 mph.

🌧️ Monday: Rain likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 59. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

🌧️ Monday night: A 50 percent chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 43.

🌧️ Tuesday: A 30 percent chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 50.

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How to prevent frozen pipes

To keep pipes from freezing Citizens Energy group recommends taking these steps:

If the indoor temperature drops as low as 55 degrees, open your faucets slightly so they constantly drip.
Open cabinet doors below sinks to let warm air circulate around the pipes.
Insulate pipes that may be exposed to cold air.
Make sure the lid on your water meter pit is secured tightly. If your water meter is in the basement, ensure the area is heated and check for broken windows.
If you have piping in the garage, ensure the garage doors stay closed and try to insulate the pipes.
Know where your water shut-off valve is so you can turn the water off quickly in the event a pipe bursts. Those valves can be found in the garage, basement, utility closet or main entry for the water line into your house.

Signs your have frozen pipes:

Your faucets won’t flow and your toilets won’t refill after a flush
A water line is coated in frost or is bulging

What to do if your pipes freeze

In the event that you identify a frozen pipe, here is what Citizens Energy recommends you do:

Turn off the water at the shut-off valve.
Open the faucet attached to the frozen pipe to allow water to flow through and relieve pressure buildup. Running water through the pipe will also help melt any remaining ice.
Apply gradual heat to the section of frozen pipe. That can be done by wrapping the pipes in bath towels or using a space heater to heat up the area where the pipes are located. Keep applying heat until the water pressure is restored and the water flows through freely. Make sure to never apply direct heat to the affected area.
If a pipe is bulging or you can’t find the location of the blockage, then call a licensed plumber.

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.

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Anti-war protest sparks in Indianapolis amid US-Iran conflict

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March 1, 2026

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Anti-war protest sparks in Indianapolis amid US-Iran conflict

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) – More than a dozen protesters gathered at Military Park. In a dramatic escalation, the US and Israel engaged in military strikes against Iran and protesters are upset, including veteran Lucas Lee.

“I know what it’s like to be on the edge, potentially going somewhere where your life is at risk. And I believe this war is something we shouldn’t be fighting in. It’s important to stand up, because not only is standing up the right thing to do, but it could potentially save lives.”

Protesters held signs that read ‘Hands off Iran’ in front of the corner of West and New York intersection.
Several cars honked in support. Democratic City County Councilor Jesse Brown attended as well.

IPS School Teacher Noah Leininger organized the Anti-Iran War Rally. “The United States spends 1 trillion dollars on war every single year. While there are massive unmet needs right here in our own communities. People need jobs, healthcare, housing, and schools. And instead our government spends a trillion dollars every year to go and bomb elementary school age girls,” he said.

Iranian officials say the U.S. and Isreal hit a girl’s primary school in southern Iran killing at least 115 people.

The US strikes have not only created tension in the Middle East, but also here at home.
Mark Oakley who supports military action Iran, confronted the anti-war protesters. “Freedom for Iranian people, freedom for Americans. Freedom for everybody, but this [protest] is not it. When you’re debating about innocent people getting killed. You are debating the wrong thing.”

Additional police were called in to de-escalate the situation.

Chris Gomez, attended the protest because he wanted to take action. “Trump ran on a platform called the party of peace. That’s what Republicans run their policy on a party of peace, but look where we are now.”

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Indianapolis Opera’s free concert spotlights influential Black composers

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February 28, 2026

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Indianapolis Opera’s free concert spotlights influential Black composers

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Indianapolis Opera will host a free concert in honor of Black History Month Saturday night at 6 p.m. to celebrate the legacy and artistry of Black composers. The event features a range of spirituals, contemporary art songs, and operatic works performed a cappella.

Lyndsay Moy, the director of education, outreach, branding and design for Indianapolis Opera, said the event is designed to keep this specific music accessible to the public.

Resident artist Ian Williams, describes the concert as a mix of traditional repertoire and new songs. The artists will perform without microphones or instrumental accompaniment. “All of this is just straight out of our voices, so there’s no microphones,” Williams said. “We’re just creating the sound ourselves and putting it into a space, so it’s a little bit of, a little bit of breathing, a little bit of extra work there, yes.”

“So many composers tonight have been so influential in the broader vocal canon and it’s important and wonderful for us to be able to offer this kind of concert for free to our community to keep this kind of music accessible and more importantly to feature these fabulous artists like Ian so much talent,” Moy said.

Williams noted that the concert allows the organization to celebrate classic composers who were not well known during their own time. “It’s very cool because we get to celebrate some of classic composers all the way back to William Grant Steele, who was one of the who wrote operas back in the day, even during the time of Porgy and Bess, but he wasn’t, it wasn’t well known,” Williams said.

One of the featured pieces is the traditional spiritual “Fix Me Jesus,” which was arranged for the University of Michigan choir. Williams said the arrangement by Stacey Gibbs maintains the traditional spiritual style while adding rich harmonies.

While formal tickets for the event are currently sold out, those interested in attending can email tickets@indyopera.org to be added to a waitlist.

Check out the video above to hear a sneak peak of the Indianapolis Opera!

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