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Devastating floods struck Indiana this week, resulting in at least five deaths. The National Weather Service reported that more than 11 inches of rain fell over a two-day period in some areas. Officials urged residents to heed evacuation warnings near neighborhoods along the White River in Indianapolis.

Indiana authorities reported that at least five people died across the state due to severe storms and flooding this week. Flooding prompted Mayor Joe Hogsett to call it the most severe event in over 30 years, leading to hundreds of evacuations and multiple rescue operations. Heavy rains caused rivers like the White River to reach record levels, prompting more than a dozen counties to declare local disasters.

Anthony Richardson's first half statistics included completing 11 of 14 passes and achieving a quarterback rating of 80.1. However, his performance was marred by throwing an interception and fumbling in the second quarter. These turnovers raise questions about his future with the Colts, which coach Shane Steichen will study on game tape.

USDA union leaders and former officials oppose the Trump administration's proposal to downsize the Washington, D.C., headquarters and relocate over 2,500 employees to five regional offices, warning of potential layoffs and reduced capacity for critical services. The reorganization, led by USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins, aims to limit D.C. staff to 2,000 by 2025, with regional offices in Raleigh, Kansas City, Indianapolis, Fort Collins, and Salt Lake City.

USDA union leaders oppose the Trump administration's proposal to relocate over 2,500 employees from Washington, D.C., to five regional offices, warning of widespread layoffs and reduced agency capabilities. The reorganization, led by USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins, aims to limit D.C. staff to 2,000 by 2025, with offices in Raleigh, Kansas City, Indianapolis, Fort Collins, and Salt Lake City.

An individual attempted to obtain an ACE certification through a local gym in Indianapolis, was informed they passed, but later received a notification from ACE stating the certificate was invalid. They removed ACE references and plan to take the official exam, expressing concern over falling for a scam.

An alternative bill to make standard time permanent, the Sunshine for Our Kids Act, is gaining support from doctors and lawmakers, opposing the recently House-passed Sunshine Protection Act that would make daylight saving time permanent. The key difference is the timing of sunrises and sunsets, with the alternative bill aligning mornings with natural light year-round. A 2025 poll shows most Americans oppose biannual clock changes, but preferences split between permanent daylight saving and standard time.

Chicago retained its position as the top city on Orkin’s 2026 Bed Bug Cities List for the fifth consecutive year, followed by Los Angeles, Detroit, Cleveland, and Indianapolis. The rankings, based on bedbug treatment data from May 2025 to May 2026, highlight increased bedbug activity in tourist destinations like Tampa and Myrtle Beach, while cities such as Nashville and Oklahoma City rose in the rankings.

The author compared meals at Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers and Culver's, finding both similarly priced but preferring Culver's value in food quality and affordability. Freddy's offered a better dine-in experience but lost in key categories like burgers, fries, and custard. Freddy's has closed all Chicago locations, while Culver's maintains a Midwest presence.

Adilah Patton, a 21-year-old with schizophrenia, was arrested by Eskenazi Health's police for trespassing after seeking medical care in 2018. Over 800 arrests occurred at the hospital between 2020-2025, mostly for non-violent offenses like disorderly conduct and trespassing, with experts linking this to mental health issues leading to incarceration instead of treatment.

Avelo Airlines launched nonstop flights from Concord-Padgett Regional Airport to Indianapolis and Cleveland, offering services on specific days with a buy-one-get-one-50%-off promotion. The airline extended its schedule through March 2027 and now provides eight nonstop destinations from the Charlotte/Concord area.

The Storm Prediction Center warns of a severe weather outbreak in the Midwest, including tornadoes in Missouri, Illinois, Ohio, and Indiana. Indianapolis faces the highest risk, with potential for damaging storms and flooding in multiple states.

The Fowling Warehouse in Hamtramck, Detroit, will close on June 27. Creator Chris Hutt cited pre-pandemic expansion, economic factors, and changes in social behavior as reasons for the closure. The brand has expanded to cities like Cincinnati, Indianapolis, and Dallas since 2019, and Hutt hinted at a potential relocation rather than permanent departure.

The Sun Belt real-estate boom in cities like Austin, Phoenix, and Tampa has stalled due to oversupply and falling rents, while Midwest markets such as Indianapolis and Kansas City show stable, risk-adjusted returns driven by steady demand and affordability. Rising insurance costs and property taxes in Sun Belt regions contrast with the Midwest's controlled construction and lower rent-to-income ratios, which support tenant stability and asset value.

A 14-year-old suspect was arrested for shooting and killing 23-year-old Brett Scrogham, an Indiana University Business School graduate, in a downtown Indianapolis parking garage while he was en route to a baseball game. The suspect faces potential adult charges under Indiana law, and the case has drawn public attention due to Scrogham's recent academic achievements and community involvement.

Brett Scrogham, a 23-year-old recent graduate of Indiana University's Kelley School of Business, was killed in a downtown Indianapolis shooting. He was found wounded in a public garage after witnesses reported hearing a gunshot and seeing a suspect flee. Authorities are investigating and have not released a suspect description, while the city's mayor condemned the violence.

Isaac Adams, inspired by his physics teacher Mark Blachly, now teaches engineering and robotics at his alma mater, Arsenal Technical High School. He coaches the school's robotics team, which recently competed in the VEX Robotics World Championship and won multiple awards this year.

Eli Lilly's experimental weight loss drug demonstrated significant results with participants losing up to 85 pounds, according to the company. The pharmaceutical company is advancing its drug candidate as a competitor in the growing weight loss medication market.

The Iran war may affect the price of oil changes for cars. Workers are inspecting vehicles at an oil change location in Indianapolis. The potential impact on car maintenance costs is a concern.

Indiana state Sen. Greg Walker has no regrets after losing his job due to not supporting Trump. He was seen reciting the Pledge of Allegiance on Org Day. The event took place at the Indiana Statehouse in Indianapolis.

Eli Lilly is selling high-grade bonds to fund deals. The company is headquartered in Indianapolis. This move is part of its financial strategy.

Incumbent Rep. André Carson won the Democratic primary for his Indianapolis-area House seat, fending off primary challengers. The race was for Indiana’s 7th Congressional District, which Carson has represented for nine terms. This win comes amid mounting frustration and challenges from younger, progressive candidates.

A shooting occurred at a post-prom party in a rental home in Indianapolis early Sunday morning, resulting in one death and three injuries. The incident took place at a private event following a high school prom.

The article discusses how AI is dividing people into three groups: power users who leverage AI extensively, doubters who underestimate its capabilities, and resisters who oppose its development. This fragmentation is causing societal tensions, including protests, violence, and fears of job displacement, while AI adopters experience productivity gains.

Gunshots were fired at the home of an Indianapolis councilor supporting a datacenter proposal, escalating protests against the server farm plan. The incident highlights growing opposition to the project in the area.

Kerry describes her career start at the FBI, beginning as an honors intern in the International Operations Division before attending the FBI Academy in 2014. She was subsequently assigned to the FBI Indianapolis Safe Streets Task Force to investigate violent gangs and criminal enterprises.