Indianapolis, IN

Stormy start, calmer finish for July 4th

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2 years ago

July 4, 2024

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Stormy start, calmer finish for July 4th

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A few strong storms are possible through this afternoon.

This morning:

We are quiet but very muggy again to start off our Independence Day morning. We’re currently monitoring thunderstorms out into the central plains that will impact our forecast later today.

Thursday:

The storms out in the plains will quickly progress to the east as we roll through the morning, arriving around central Indiana as early as late morning but more than likely into the early to mid-afternoon hours. There is a threat of some strong storms, with damaging winds being the primary concern. There is also a possibility of a quick spin-up of a tornado within the line. We expect the storms to move out by mid-afternoon. There is the potential for some heavy rain, which is much needed across the area, with many areas receiving up to 1/2 an inch to an inch of rainfall.

Meanwhile, temperatures will be a bit cooler. The humidity will remain very high throughout the day, making it feel uncomfortable.

Thursday night:

As we head into the evening hours, we should wind down the widespread rain chances. With that said, we can’t rule out an isolated shower or thunderstorm for the evening hours. Bottom line: If you do have some plans to watch fireworks this evening, have a way to check in on radar. There should be many dry areas and dry hours, but there could be a few unlucky areas that do have to deal with rain forbid late in the in the evening.

There will be a better chance of more widespread showers rolling through, with another wave pushing through the state overnight.

Friday:

A few showers will linger on early Friday morning, but that will gradually improve as we progress from late morning through midday. We’ll have partly cloudy skies for your Friday afternoon and highs into the low to mid 80s.

This weekend:

The weekend looks wonderful with dry air in place. Saturday looks sunny and less humid, with highs around 80. Sunday will be partly cloudy and warmer but still nice, with highs into the mid-80s.

8 day forecast

Seasonable temperatures are expected as we head into the new work week next week. There will be some chances for showers and thunderstorms returning as early as Monday night and continuing through Tuesday and Wednesday of next week.

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Highlights: Tri-West at Cardinal Ritter; February 27, 2026

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February 28, 2026

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Highlights: Tri-West at Cardinal Ritter; February 27, 2026

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — “The Zone” featured highlights from eight high school boys basketball games from across central Indiana on Friday.

Watch highlights of Tri-West at Cardinal Ritter above.

Final Score: Tri-West 65 Cardinal Ritter 62

“The Zone” airs each Friday at 11:08 p.m. Click here to watch ‘The Zone’ for basketball highlights on February 27, 2026.

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New bridge over 96th Street adds to Nickel Plate Trail connections

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February 27, 2026

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New bridge over 96th Street adds to Nickel Plate Trail connections

FISHERS, Ind. (WISH) — The Nickel Plate Trail pedestrian bridge over 96th Street is officially open.

It was being touted Friday as a major milestone for central Indiana’s growing trail system. The street is the Fishers-Indianapolis border.

Leaders called the project a critical connection point for the Nickel Plate Trail. The new bridge helps move the nearly 17-mile trail closer to its goal of connecting multiple counties through one continuous path.

The bridge also came with a 1.3-mile trail extension. A $4.5 million grant from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources made the bridge possible.

Dale Brier, deputy director of Indiana Department of Natural Resources, talked about the state’s Next Level Trails grant program. “Currently, we have 89 trail projects that that were funded with that money. Fifty-nine of those are complete. We’ve got 12 under construction. As of this opening, we have 167 miles of trail that have now been opened with that grant money.”

People who frequently take the trail for their daily exercises say they’re excited the bridge is finally open.

Alan Errichiello of the Fishers Running Club said, “Extending this down south into Indianapolis is a big game changer for us. It’ll add a lot of miles that we can easily get into.”

Resident Tracy Mundell said, “Trying to get to the other side was nearly impossible, so I think most people didn’t even attempt it. It’s going to be great, we can get over to the other side, and I’m anxious to see what’s over there.”

The final portion of the project, called the Clear Path project, remains under construction.

Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness, a Republican, said, “We need to double-down on that investment, and we know time and time again here in the city of Fishers that trail systems, the ability to get up and get out and get active, is such an important part in our culture of health, that an investment like this is critical.”

Once complete, local leaders say the goal is to provide a more safe and connected routes between Noblesville, Fishers, Indianapolis and other surrounding cities.

Resident Steve Mundell said, “It’s lovely. It’ll be real convenient to get across too.”

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Good and bad from Colts’ 2026 NFLPA report card grades

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February 27, 2026

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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-.

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