Indianapolis, IN

Monumental Marathon returns for 17th year

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1 year ago

November 9, 2024

Monumental Marathon returns for 17th year

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The CNO Financial Indianapolis Monumental Marathon is back downtown for the 17th running on Saturday morning.

Race weekend kicked off with the Monumental Heath and Fitness Expo at the Indiana Convention Center, where athletes picked up their race packets, explored the latest wellness products, got marathon prep tips, and heard from Olympic Gold mentalists.

“How I train is going to be different from how someone else trains, and then maybe something that works really well for someone can be very beneficial for another,” said Allie Vincent, a participant. “So, just connecting with others and learning from others is really vital for all of us becoming better at our craft.”

For runners like Vincent, who is participating in the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon for the second time, it’s a place for people to gain some inspiration and confidence before the big day. Vincent has participated in six marathons since 2020. She says preparation is key.

“I take a 12-week block, and I just look at it and break it down week by week,” Vincent said. “I make sure I have a long run in there, some workouts, and some junk miles, or time on my feet throughout the rest of the week.”

People from all 50 states and more than 30 countries, including Bermuda, France, Singapore, and China, are participating in Saturday’s race. Indianapolis native and 2024 Olympic gold medalist Cole Hocker will serve as one of this year’s honorary starters.

“It’s going to be special because it really will be my first time doing it with a crowd, with the fans,” said Blake Sanie, a participant from Chicago. “I can’t wait to feel all of the energy. I’m excited.”

As Sanie sees it, the race and preparing for it serve as a good time to bond with his friends.

“A lot of it was just having fun with my friends, just ensuring that we get the miles in that we need every week, but also not doing too much,” Sanie said. “Making sure we can take of ourselves, and also making sure that we take some time to recover and ease into the marathon week so we can ease into the marathon tomorrow and see what happens.”

For people who are first-timers at the marathon, Vincent says it’s important to be prepared and set out everything the night before.

“Focus on just having fun,” Vincent said. “Prepare where you’re going to go for the start. Know how far it is away, and if you’re parking, go ahead and figure that out tonight.”

There are some road closures ahead of the race. The section of Washington Street between Capitol Avenue and West Street is closed. Roads along each of the marathon, half marathon, and 5K courses will be impacted with various traffic restrictions.

The marathon starts at 6:30 a.m., and it is expected to end at 4 p.m.

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Indianapolis, IN

Tuskegee Airmen exhibit and commemoration event at Indianapolis Airport

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March 21, 2026

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Tuskegee Airmen exhibit and commemoration event at Indianapolis Airport

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A special ceremony at the Indianapolis International Airport is set to celebrate the lasting legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen, Black aviators and ground crews that served with the U.S. Army Air Forces during World War II.

Robin Williams and Katherine Putnam, who is the granddaughter of the airmen featured in the event, joined News 8 on Daybreak to highlight some of the Tuskegee Airmen that are from Indiana.

Airman Gordon Morgan and his wife Alexine Rothschild Morgan met on a Tuskegee Airbase and got married on August 1,1945.

“My grandfather actually came back to the United States after being overseas for about five months, and they got married before he was brought back to Kokomo,” Putman explained. She says that through this discovery, with the help of Williams, she’s been able to explore her family and her roots.

Williams explains that there is a exhibit at the airport that deep dives into the Tuskegee Airmen America’s Freedom Flyers and that it’s been there since November, located in the Civic Plaza.

“We keep uncovering and discovering more stories,” Williams said. “There are many firsts in Indiana, Charles B. Hall from Brazil was the first Black pilot to shoot down the enemy in World War II.”

The commemoration event will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. and will feature performances of jazz from the 1940’s by Decatur Central High School Jazz Orchestra.

Attendees must RSVP here.

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Indianapolis police officer charged with illegal deer harvesting

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March 20, 2026

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INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — An Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department officer faces criminal charges for allegedly harvesting deer illegally in Steuben County.

In an email to news media on Friday afternoon, IMPD said 10-year officer Aaron Mauk was charged on March 3 with misdemeanor counts of unlawful taking of a deer, and providing false information to a check station.

IMPD says the charges followed an investigation by Indiana conservation officers where Mauk reportedly admitted to harvesting three deer in 2025 without a license. IMPD Chief Tanya Terry on Wednesday placed Mauk on administrative duty and removed his police powers pending a review of the case facts. IMPD’s investigations division and its internal affairs team have each started reviews of the incident.

IMPD detectives determined Mauk was an off-duty officer at the time of the alleged crimes.

The investigation began on Jan. 3 when Indiana conservation officers interviewed Mauk at a home in Fishers. This initial meeting was part of an investigation into his involvement in illegal deer harvesting.

A follow-up interview took place on Jan. 12, when Mauk admitted to harvesting three deer in Steuben County during the 2025 season without the required license.

Following the investigation, the Steuben County Prosecutor’s Office filed formal charges on March 3. Steuben Superior court issued a summons that was mailed to Mauk. His initial hearing was scheduled for March 16, but online records did not show any action following that event.

Steuben County is on Indiana’s northeast corner.

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Planned Parenthood to merge 3 Indianapolis health centers due to funding cuts

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March 20, 2026

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Planned Parenthood to merge 3 Indianapolis health centers due to funding cuts

The group cites changes in funding, including cuts to programs like Medicaid and rising healthcare costs as reasons behind the merger. - Darron Cummings / AP Photo — The group cites changes in funding, including cuts to programs like Medicaid and rising healthcare costs as reasons behind the merger.
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Planned Parenthood announced via its website it will merge three of its Indianapolis health centers in early April.

Friday, April 3 will be the last day for in-patient services at both the Midtown and Southside Planned Parenthood health centers in Indianapolis.

Planned Parenthood Great Northwest, Hawai’i, Alaska and Kentucky announced on its website this week the Georgetown Road location will have additional appointment availability and in-patient services.

The group cites changes in funding, including cuts to programs like Medicaid and rising healthcare costs as reasons behind the merger.

In a statement posted to the website the group acknowledged the changing landscape. “We also know that patient needs and priorities are changing, with more people turning to telemedicine for their health care. Because of this, we are making difficult but necessary adjustments to our health center network.”

For a list of resources patients can visit the Planned Parenthood website.

Contact WFYI Morning Edition newscaster and reporter Barbara Anguiano at banguiano@wfyi.org

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