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cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 45m

Indiana residents can comment on the second draft of the Indiana Department of Education's new accountability model. Click here to find out how: https://fox59.com/indianapolitics/idoe-releases-second-draft-for-states-new-accountability-model/

cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 53m

An Indiana State Police trooper was injured when another vehicle struck his cruiser on Thursday evening.
Learn more here: https://fox59.com/news/indiana-state-police-trooper-injured-in-2-vehicle-crash/

cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 2h

Police have arrested Ja Merious Marquel Allen of Muncie, who is accused of assaulting and raping a woman inside her Anderson apartment.

DETAILS: https://fox59.com/news/police-arrest-muncie-man-accused-of-raping-assaulting-woman/

cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 2h

Legendary founding KISS guitarist Ace Frehley has died from injuries related to a fall in his studio last month. https://fox59.com/news/national-world/founding-kiss-guitarist-ace-frehley-dies-at-74/

cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 3h

A Noble of Indiana warehouse on Tibbs Avenue will soon be converted to a winter shelter for Indy's homeless population. https://fox59.com/news/winter-homeless-shelter-coming-to-indys-northwest-side/

cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 5h

Indiana University and football coach Curt Cignetti agree to new contract that keeps him around until 2033 and is worth $11.6 million a year. Details: https://fox59.com/indiana-news/indiana-university-agrees-to-new-8-year-contract-for-coach-cignetti/

cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 5h

The actress’s career spanned more than five decades and was marked by iconic roles in films like “The Godfather,” “Annie Hall,” and “Father of the Bride.” https://fox59.com/news/national-world/family-members-share-diane-keatons-cause-of-death/

cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 6h

A report from WalletHub indicates Indiana is among the states least affected by the ongoing federal government shutdown. Read more about the report here:https://fox59.com/news/report-indiana-among-states-least-affected-by-federal-government-shutdown/

cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 7h

Since August, more than 1,600 Hoosiers have been affected by plant closures, relocations or mass layoffs. Details: https://fox59.com/indiana-news/hoosier-workforce-hit-with-hundreds-of-layoffs-since-august/

cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 8h

Grace Fultz was charged with Involuntary Manslaughter and Reckless Homicide.

cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 9h

Everyone seems to be asking, "What the heck is that smell?"

We've some answers. And no, it's not stuck to the bottom of your shoe.

👃👉https://fox59.com/indiana-news/ooh-that-smell-does-something-stink-in-indianapolis/

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cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 9h

Too similar? Smucker sued Trader Joe's over a product it claims rips off the company's famed "Uncrustables" line: https://fox59.com/news/national-world/smucker-sues-trader-joes-over-alleged-dupe-uncrustables-product/

cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 10h

On Wednesday night, a panel convened to find solutions to homelessness across Indianapolis.
Learn more here: https://fox59.com/news/homelessness-panel-prompts-new-questions-brainstorms-solutions/

cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 11h

The Candy Bar Signature Latte features a blend of chocolate toffee, pretzel, and peanut butter flavors with espresso, topped with whipped cream and mocha drizzle. https://fox59.com/news/national-world/dunkin-launches-new-halloween-themed-menu-item/

cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 12h

A smoothie straw helped crack a nearly 40-year-old cold case murder.
Learn more here: https://fox59.com/news/national-world/smoothie-straw-leads-to-arrest-in-1984-cold-case-murder-of-new-york-teen/

cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 13h

The Indy DPW announced "more favorable" rates for AES Indiana on Wednesday night.
Learn more here: https://fox59.com/news/politics/indianapolis-department-of-public-works-announces-more-favorable-rates-for-aes-indiana/

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cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 14h

The Heartland International Film Festival is back for its 34th year in the Circle City. Here is everything you need to know about this year's screenings:

Heartland Film Festival highlights local theatres, stories

INDIANAPOLIS – The Heartland International Film Festival is back for its 34th year in the Circle City. The 11-day festival showcases 100 hand-selected independent films from across the globe.…

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cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 15h

Westfield is coming together to support a 16-month-old who is awaiting a heart transplant. Here's how to help: https://fox59.com/news/walk-run-to-support-westfield-16-month-old-awaiting-heart-transplant/

cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 16h

“I think it might be a little bit of a short and less colorful season, for the most part," one meteorologist said about this particular fall. https://fox59.com/news/national-world/dull-fall-colors-near-you-why-leaf-peeping-season-may-be-muted/

cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 21h

From giant skeletons and creative spooky displays to intricate pumpkin formations, sometimes you need some help to pull off your vision. https://fox59.com/halloween-2025/local-business-making-porches-pop-with-pumpkin-displays/

Local business making porches pop with pumpkin displays

INDIANAPOLIS — There is an unspoken competition that goes on in the fall: who has the coolest porch decor? From giant skeletons and creative spooky displays, to intricate pumpkin formations, …

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cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 22h

The recently announced "Professional Pathway" credential gives students in faith-based high schools the chance to earn college credit at six faith-based higher education institutions. https://fox59.com/indianapolitics/new-idoe-credential-helps-faith-based-hs-students-gain-college-credit/

cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 23h

Around $2.8 million in improvements to Franklin Township Community Park were unveiled on Wednesday at a ribbon-cutting ceremony. https://fox59.com/indiana-news/indy-parks-hogsett-cut-ribbon-on-improvements-to-franklin-township-community-park/

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cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 1d

A public health committee unanimously passed several recommendations on Wednesday to improve the state’s water safety curriculum next year.

Indiana legislative committee unanimously passes recommendations to improve the state’s water safety curriculum

INDIANAPOLIS — An interim public health study committee unanimously passed several recommendations on Wednesday to improve the state’s water safety curriculum next year. The recommendations for the…

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cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 1d

Riley Leonard is backup for Sunday’s visit to the Los Angeles Chargers, the second straight game the sixth-round draft pick will be one play away from running the NFL’s top-scoring offense.

MORE: https://fox59.com/sports/for-now-riley-leonard-is-daniel-jones-backup-colts-signing-brett-rypien/

cbs4indy.bsky.social @cbs4indy.bsky.social · 1d

Indiana have been cracking down on the sale of illegal THC products across the state. Learn more here: https://fox59.com/news/indycrime/indiana-excise-cops-raid-smoke-shops-in-a-crackdown-on-illegal-thc-products/