INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Central Indiana residents plagued by seasonal allergies can look forward to some relief as showers are forecasted to temper the high tree pollen counts that have been causing discomfort. According to the latest updates from StormTrack 8, rainfall expected in the coming days is likely to wash away some of the airborne allergens that have been particularly dense this season. Current pollen tracking has indicated that tree pollen levels, primarily from maple, ash, and oak, are at a heightened level, posing a challenge for allergy sufferers. These tree types are known for th ..read more

NOBLESVILLE, Ind. (WISH) — Nearly a month after the total solar eclipse, central Indiana communities are still buzzing about the lasting impact of the once-in-a-lifetime sight. Ahead of the event, cities, towns, and counties in the path of totality tried to prepare for a huge rush of skywatchers, but found it difficult to make firm predictions. The Great American Eclipse estimated the state could see anywhere from 131,000 visitors to 522,000. Hamilton County leaders explain that while the state’s location was a tremendous benefit, it also made it tricky to make predictions and tally post-eclip ..read more

Tara’s Thursday 8 am forecast INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — We have a warm stretch in place the next several days. It’s going to be hot today with highs near June/July normal temperatures. Toasty Thursday with near record highs. TODAY: Main weather story today will be the temperatures. Highs climb into the 80s across the entire state. Middle 80s are possible here in Indianapolis. Normal high is 69 and the record is 87 set back in 1959. We have a good chance at getting close or breaking a record. It will feel much more like summer with temperatures typical of June or July. Much of the day will be d ..read more

Consumer Reports: Understanding home insurance policies (CONSUMER REPORT) — Before Mother Nature packs a punch on your home, know what to do after she leaves town. We’re talking about understanding your homeowner’s insurance policy before you need it. Whether it’s a storm, flood, or fire … News 8 Consumer Anchor Jeremy Jenkins walks you through how to file a claim and get the most out of your insurance coverage. Safety first. If your damage is catastrophic, start the claim process only when it’s safe and okay for you to be there. Contact your insurer. As soon as possible, document everythin ..read more

(INDIANA CAPITAL CHRONICLE) — In a politically charged and, at times, inflammatory Facebook event, Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita waded into a recent discussion on pronouns in the workplace. Earlier this week, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission ruled that repeatedly misgendering an employee or denying them access to a bathroom consistent with their gender identity amounts to workplace harassment. Rokita issued a ruling of his own Wednesday, saying that “neither state nor federal law requires a coworker to use the preferred pronouns and names of fellow employees ..read more

(HAMILTON COUNTY REPORTER) — On Tuesday, Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Deputies were dispatched to the area of 296th Street and Carpenter Road regarding an inverted vehicle in a culvert. Responding deputies were advised by dispatch at the time that the car was fully submerged in water. Upon arrival, deputies along with an Indiana Conservation Officer and fire personnel from White River Township and the Jackson Township fire departments, began rescue attempts. It was determined that the occupant was still inside the vehicle and unable to be extricated due to the windows being submerge ..read more

(INDIANA CAPITAL CHRONICLE) — Decades ago, when Kenneth Dau-Schimdt first started teaching about labor and employment law, he said noncompete agreements weren’t all that common. But over time, as their use has grown, so too has the scrutiny of the practice, which now extends beyond specialized positions down to employees at sandwich shops. State lawmakers have been wrestling with the agreements for several years. And now a “huge” ruling from the Federal Trade Commission could ban the use of noncompetes for all but the highest earners if it survives legal scrutiny. Doing so would redu ..read more

IMPD: Person killed in hit-and-run crash on city’s near northeast side INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — One person was killed overnight in a hit-and-run crash on the near northeast side of Indianapolis, police say. Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department officers were called to a report of a hit-and-run just after 1:30 a.m. in the 2500 block of East 38th Street near Keystone. Officers confirmed to News 8 that a male died from injuries sustained from the crash at the scene but did not provide information about the vehicle that may have been involved. IMPD is asking for information or video from peo ..read more

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Summer-like temps settle in today. Unsettled pattern moves in Friday. This morning: We’re starting the morning off very mild and quiet, with mainly clear skies across central Indiana. Thursday: Much of the day should be dry, with mostly sunny skies this morning. Partly cloudy skies will build as we head into the afternoon, and temperatures will warm quickly. I don’t want to rule out a stray, shower, or thunderstorm late in the day, but I do think they’ll be few and far between. Highs will top out into the mid-80s this afternoon. Today’s record high is 87, set in 1959.&nb ..read more

INDIANAPOLIS (WIBC) — Homicides in the Circle City are down compared to this time last year, says Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department. In the latest monthly homicide report released by IMPD, the department counts a total of 70 homicides so far this year with 57 being criminal homicides. Noncriminal homicides are usually killings that were accidental, in self-defense, or have not yet been determined by the courts. Criminal homicides listed at this time in 2023 sat at 67, which means Indianapolis is down nearly 15%. IMPD says it hopes to keep that number down, but part of that rests ..read more