Indianapolis, IN
Got your Indy 500 outfit planned? Here are some tips that combine tradition, utility
Tortoises race in the Zoopolis 500 at the Indianapolis Zoo
Tortoises race to the fruit Wednesday, May 22, 2024, during the 45th running of the Zoopolis 500 at the Indianapolis Zoo.
Brett Phelps/IndyStar
What should you wear to the Indianapolis 500?
Summer casual is the vibe when headed for the stands.
Traditionally, many have taken to the track in their best checkered flag or stars and stripes motifs.
We spoke with the good people at Good Neighbor, the 850 Mass Ave. clothing boutique for tips on dressing for the May 26 spectacle.
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For the ladies, store manager Lillian Willis recommends the classics.
Denim shorts are a hot item
The store likes to stock Levi’s that hit mid-thigh to appeal to a broad range of customers, she said.
Opt for overalls
Check them out in either pants or shorts.
Top with tanks
The bra-friendly tank tops, in square or scoop necks, work well with their shorts or overalls, Willis said.
Cool socks
Retro striped tube socks can bring fun to an outfit, Willis said. Good Neighbor has two-toned pairs, one white with black stripes, and another white with red stripes.
Comfy shoes
Think a fashion sneaker along the lines of the Gola Women’s Badminton Plimsoll.
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Skip the purse
A nylon crossbody bag is more sporty alternative to a weighty purse.
What’s the bag size limit for the Indianapolis 500?
Bags and coolers larger than 18”x14”x14” in size are not allowed in the facility. Each person is allowed one bag and one cooler.
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Basic T-shirts
For the fellas, T-shirts and shirts are the go-to combination, Willis said.
Keep them classy. No offensive or obscene clothing, signs or flags are allowed.
Consider linen-blend shorts
They’re a lightweight and fashionable choice, Willis said.
Of course, attendees need to consider the weather when dressing for the day.
What’s the weather forecast for the Indy 500?
Expect showers and thunderstorms and a high near 79 degrees, says the National Weather Service.
Contact IndyStar reporter Cheryl V. Jackson at cheryl.jackson@indystar.com or 317-444-6264. Follow her on X: @cherylvjackson.
Indianapolis, IN
Good and bad from Colts’ 2026 NFLPA report card grades
What grades did the Indianapolis Colts earn on the 2026 NFLPA report cards?
The NFLPA is no longer able to make their annual report cards public. However, ESPN’s Kayln Kahler was able to obtain a copy of the reports following the 2025 NFL season, and the Indianapolis Colts were again around the middle of the pack.
In these report cards, players rate numerous aspects of the organizations they play for, from ownership to the training facilities and everything in between. According to Kahler, 1,759 players contributed to these grades.
So, where did the Colts end up this year relative to the rest of the NFL this year?
Overall, the Colts ranked 17th. Below is a breakdown of each individual grade they received.
- Treatment of Families: B
- Home Game Field: D
- Food/Dining Area: B
- Nutritionist/Dietician: A-
- Locker Room: C+
- Training Room: B
- Training Staff: B+
- Weight Room: B
- Strength Coaches: A
- Position Coaches: B
- Offensive Coordinator: B
- Defensive Coordinator: B+
- Special Teams Coordinator: B+
- Team Travel: B-
- Head Coach: A-
- General Manager: A
- Team Ownership: A
Of note, although the Colts haven’t been to the postseason in five years, Shane Steichen and Chris Ballard both received high marks.
Carlie Irsay Gordon, Kalen Jackson, and Casey Foyt earned an A in their first year as the primary owners.
The field at Lucas Oil Stadium received a very low mark, earning a D, while the locker room was given a C+. Those were the two lowest grades the Colts received.
Compared to the 2025 rankings, the Colts moved up two spots this year, after coming in at 19th last year.
The biggest jumps the Colts experienced came in the Food/Dining grade, which went from a C to a B. The Team travel grade also jumped from a D+ to a B-.
Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis police search for 3 people after shooting, stolen vehicle crash
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — After a shooting, Indianapolis police were searching for three people who fled on foot following the pursuit of a stolen vehicle and its crash on Thursday afternoon.
No information was provided in the notification about the three people being sought. News 8 reached out to IMPD by email to find out details about the three people. Anyone with information regarding the incident or the people who fled the crash was asked to contact the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department.
The stolen vehicle was linked to a Thursday shooting, prompting the lockdown of a nearby child care center, IMPD said in a media notification. No information was provided about where the shooting happened, what may have led to it, or whether anyone was hurt.
IMPD, however, said the stolen vehicle and crash were not related to a shooting reported at 12:35 p.m. Thursday at a gas station and restaurant at West 38th and Meridian streets.
IMPD officers found the stolen vehicle around 12:45 p.m. Thursday near East 38th Street and Post Road. When a detective attempted a traffic stop, the vehicle fled westbound before crashing a short time later near Whenner Drive, the notification said. It did not say what type of vehicle was abandoned in the crash.
Three people from the crashed vehicle fled southwest on foot. IMPD established a perimeter with assistance from the Indiana State Police, the Lawrence Police Department and the Marion County Sheriff’s Office — using specialized resources, including a state police helicopter, a special weapons and tactics team, and the IMPD’s police dogs — but did not find the three people.
IMPD said a firearm was found in the crashed vehicle, and a man detained at the crash scene was later released once investigators determined he was not directly involved in the incident.
Police have since lifted the lockdown on the child care center.
IMPD’s public information office can be reached at 317-327-3424.
Indianapolis, IN
Oakland tops IU Indianapolis; Maguire Mitchell scores 25
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Brody Robinson had 19 points in Oakland’s 86-74 win against IU Indianapolis on Wednesday.
Robinson added 13 assists for the Golden Grizzlies (16-14, 12-7 Horizon League). Tuburu Niavalurua scored 16 points, going 6 of 10 and 3 of 5 from the free-throw line. Ziare Wells had 14 points and finished 7 of 15 from the field.
Maguire Mitchell led the Jaguars (7-23, 3-16) in scoring, finishing with 25 points and four assists. Kyler D’Augustino added 14 points for IU Indianapolis. Micah Davis also had 12 points.
The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
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