Indianapolis, IN
IMPD G.R.E.A.T Camp guides generations of Indy kids
INDIANAPOLIS — Monday, an IMPD and ATF program aimed at educating youth about the streets kicked off its middle school portion in Indianapolis.
It’s a program that has guided generations of Indy kids but it was also a surprise for a couple of Gang Resistance Education and Training Camp or G.R.E.A.T officers.
“As a G.R.E.A.T grad yourself you’ve dedicated your life to serving your community as a police officer with the IMPD,” said Coleman.
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A surprise recognition from the ATF for IMPD Gang Resistance Education and Training Camp officers, Marcus Riley and Jonas Coleman.
“It’s kind of funny. I was actually laughing at the officer because he wasn’t expecting it and then next thing I know, my name was being called too,” said Coleman.
G.R.E.A.T students learn from metro police officers and ATF agents about violence in the city and how to better themselves.
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“That’s the main things, respect and knowing they can do anything,” said Coleman.
“Teaching the children life skills that are so valuable we don’t want them to go in jail, and I don’t ever want to have to arrest them but how do you do that? You teach them those skills not to get arrested. You teach them how to manage their anger, how to handle peer pressure, how to handle someone else who’s angry,” said ATF Senior Special Agent Veronica Morales-Miller.
The two officers honored, once sat in the same seats as the middle schoolers.
They even learned from the same G.R.E.A.T instructor.
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“Don’t say what year, back in the 90s, from kindergarten all the way up to fifth grade and so Officer Grinnell came across our summer camps,” said Officer Riley. “I always believe in giving back, pay it forward. Not all of us have those for guidance, such as brothers, sisters, fathers. Everybody comes into a different situation. So, you try to be that mentor for kids, and try to, you know, be there for what lacks at home.”
Officer Riley grew up in Riverside off MLK where Holy Angels Catholic school and the camp sits.
“Used to live right across the street in my my youth days,” he said.
Officer Coleman, grew up in Martindale-Brightwood.
Now, they’re working to bridge the gap between police and people in their communities.
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“We’re all human beings. We’re here to do good things, versus all the things you see on media. So again, everybody is trying to bridge that gap. I would like to be judged for the person I am, not for the uniform I wear,” said Riley.
“It’s an honor and honoring experience to be able to get out there and help them experience the same things that I experienced when I was a kid,” said Coleman. “It really helped shaped who I am today.”
When he looks at the children he said he sees a bright future who might even follow in their footsteps.
“I see a lot of kids that’s thrilled to be here ready and motivated to go and learn about the program,” said Coleman.
“Kids need to understand that this is your potential right here, and I’m truly grateful that they decide to become great instructors. So, from their classroom experience, to becoming IMPD officers and instructor.s We have some kids here that are probably going to follow in their footsteps thanks to the recognition, and I hope that they do, because these guys are awesome,” said Morales-Miller.
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The ATF said nationwide funding for the G.R.E.A.T program ends on September 30th.
Volunteers will still be there, but funding helps with food, trips and more.
The ATF is hoping to spread awareness of the importance of the program like IMPD’s.
INDIANAPOLIS — Neighbors and business owners are calling for changes to an east side intersection after two fatal crashes in less than a month.
“There is no stop here on mass and people just fly around this corner and people are just jumping to get out of this left turn here so it never stops,” Will Woodrow with 5108 studios said.
Woodrow said he put up cameras outside his business to catch wrecks. “I set one of my cameras up facing this intersection to catch the wrecks and there are probably one a week,” Woodrow added.
Most recently, police say 20-year-oldDeondrey Pirtle was killed on Saturday when his car crashed into in a parked semi-truck near the intersection.
Then on July 12th police say 31-year-old Ivan Castro was killed in a hit and run. Surveillance video captures the moments the collision happens.
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“Nobody has to die before something gets done – but they have,” concerned neighbor Melinda Harritt told WRTV on Monday.
Councilor Ron Gibson represents the people of this area. He says it will take a concentrated effort to cut down on the number of wrecks.
“The fact of the matter is that people are driving too fast all over the city,” Councilor Gibson (D) District 8 said.
The Indianapolis Department of Public Works conducted a traffic study of the area within the past year. It found nearly 11 thousand people drive through there each day.
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Students and families in Indianapolis are encouraged to attend an immunization clinic next week.
The Indianapolis Public Schools district is hosting the clinic on Thursday, Aug. 15, at the Shepherd Community Center on East Washington Street. It will be held from 4:30- 8 p.m.
Walk-ins are welcome, however, people are asked to complete the online registration form, use the enrollment code: IN65942, and select Shepherd Community-8/15/24.
People under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian consent. You are also asked to upload or send the immunization records for the person getting vaccinated and bring insurance cards.
Organizers say all insurance types will be accepted and billed (commercial, Medicare, Medicaid). For people without insurance, there is no cost for vaccines – except for the Shingles and adult RSV vaccines, which may require a co-pay.
According to IPS, all CDC-recommended vaccines will be provided. If you wish to refuse a specific vaccine, please contact the Indiana Immunization Coalition at least 48 hours before the event at clinic@vaccinateindiana.org.
Indianapolis, IN
Colts QB Anthony Richardson reacts to being featured on the JW Marriott Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — JW Marriott Indianapolis is known for making sports “larger than life.”
For instance, the hotel has featured a large March Madness bracket on its windows in the past. Most recently, it featured an image of Fever rookie guard Caitlin Clark in a Gatorade ad.
This past week, the hotel put a new image on the east windows of its building. The image features three members of the Indianapolis Colts, quarterback Anthony Richardson, running back Jonathan Taylor and wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr.
News 8 Sports’ Andrew Chernoff asked Richardson about the image on Friday after the team’s training camp practice in Westfield, Ind.
“That’s definitely cool,” Richardson said. “I appreciate the city embracing me. It means a lot to me and lets me know I’m doing something right. I got a lot of support behind me. So, I’m thankful for it.”
The north window features the phrase “For The Shoe,” the official hashtag of the Colts on X, formally known as Twitter.
Richardson is gearing up for his second season as the Colts starting quarterback. Last year, his rookie season was cut short after he suffered a season-ending shoulder injury in October.
He’s back healthy and ready to play a full 2024 season.
“It’s definitely easier to manage our offense now,” Richardson said. “I’m a lot more comfortable, a lot more comfortable with the calls when Shane (Steichen) is calling them. Then just looking at a defense, I’m able to scan the defense a lot longer and just check out what I’m going to have on a certain play. So I’m definitely a lot more comfortable in the offense, and I want to plan on continuing to get more comfortable in it.”
The Colts continue training camp on Monday when they practice from 2 p.m. EDT to 3:30 p.m. EDT at Grand Park.
The team’s first preseason game is just one week away when it hosts the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Aug. 11 at 1 p.m. EDT inside Lucas Oil Stadium.
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