Local artists Keya Benberry and Kevin Brents, also known as Cho Naptown’s Prince, have teamed up to release a new single that celebrates Indianapolis, fondly known as Naptown. The song, an homage to the city’s spirit, highlights the artists’ deep connection to their hometown and brings together Benberry’s soulful sound and Brent’s hip-hop influence.

“My children live out of state, and I wanted to remind them that Naptown is home,” Benberry said. The collaboration is her third project with Brents, with whom she frequently partners to bring a hip-hop edge to her music. “When I need a verse, Naptown’s Prince is my guy,” she said.

For both artists, this song about Indianapolis was a natural extension of their passion for representing their city. Brents, who previously held a record deal with Jive Records, says his title, “Naptown Prince,” reflects a lifelong dedication to putting his city on the map. “I’ve been repping Naptown from day one,” Brents said. The single allowed the duo to “put on our nap clothes” and lean into the culture of Indianapolis.

Ana, also a realtor in the area with the Benberry Realty Group, says music is her true passion. She also performs with the local band, The Unit Band, well-known in Indianapolis for its blend of original music and live performances. “I’m a hometown girl,” she said. “I rep my city every Sunday with my Colts, Fever, and Pacers gear.”

Benberry and Brents aim to keep their music local and hope to bring other artists into the mix. “We’re planning a remix,” Benberry said, expressing her goal to feature other local rappers and R&B artists. “I want them to tell us about their Naptown.”

Beyond the music, Benberry has always found joy in seeing others perform her work, a source of pride she believes helps connect the music community in Indianapolis. “When I hear someone else play a song I wrote, that’s everything,” she said.

The single stands as a proud tribute to Indianapolis, highlighting its distinct identity and culture. Listen to more of Benberry’s music at SoundCloud.com.

The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the death of a man who was found inside a Planet Fitness on Monday on the city’s southside.

The man was identified as Derek Sink, 39, by the Marion County Coroner’s office. The coroner’s office had not determined the cause or manner of death as of Tuesday.

Police received a report at about 8:26 a.m. Monday that a body had been found inside of a tanning bed in the Planet Fitness at 8707 Hardegen St.

When police arrived they located Sink, who was reported missing on Sunday by his family, according to police records. His family had last heard from Sink on Friday.

Members of Sink’s family confirmed Sink had gone into the tanning bed on Friday and was found dead on Monday, according to WTHR13.

The south Indianapolis Planet Fitness hours indicate that the gym closed at 9 p.m. Friday and was open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. On Monday the gym opened at 5 a.m. and Sink was found shortly before 9 a.m.

As of now, police are investigating the case as a death investigation and not a homicide.

IndyStar reached out the Planet Fitness for a comment, the company had not provided a comment at the time of publication.

Contact IndyStar reporter Noe Padilla at npadilla@indystar.com or follow him on X @1NoePadilla.

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Temperatures will be much closer to average for this time of year.

This morning:

It is a much colder morning across the area as Canadian high pressure settles in across the Midwest. Temperatures are running about 5 to 10° colder than Monday morning.

Tuesday:

No major problems are expected weather-wise today with clear conditions and lighter winds. Highs will be cooler but much closer to average for this time of year, topping out into the low 50s.

Tuesday night:

A few mid- to high-level clouds will roll through later on tonight, but otherwise we are extremely quiet and chilly with temperatures falling to the mid-30s overnight.

Wednesday: 

Temperatures will warm heading into the midweek, with highs topping out near 60°. A cold front approaching the state will allow for an increase in cloud cover. Clouds will increase through the day and rain chances will return closer to dinner time.

Rain will fill in for the overnight hours. A rumble of thunder can’t be ruled out, but certainly will not be the norm.

Rainfall amounts could reach up to a half an inch around the metro area with higher amounts possible in the southern third of the State.

Thursday:

Some lingering showers across the state for the early morning hours, but much of the day should be dry with decreasing clouds. High temperatures top out into the mid-50s.

7 day forecast:

Dry weather will roll on for the end of the week and at least to start off the weekend. Will be flirting with 60°, which is running about 15 to 18° warmer than average shower and thunderstorm chances. Look to make a comeback as early as Sunday afternoon and evening and could continue for the first few days of next week.