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Hoosier Cam Amen received a standing ovation and hugs from the judges after his emotional rendition of ‘Hallelujah’ during his American Idol audition. The 27-year-old was one of two singers from central Indiana who moved forward at the American Idol auditions on Sunday. Amen, who was born in Anderson, shared his story of growing up […]

INDIANAPOLIS- FedEx plans to discontinue their airport maintenance facility in Los Angeles and move operations to Indianapolis in 2024, according to a statement released to WRTV. In their statement, FedEx says that they currently operate from a leased facility at Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) that is expected to expire in June 2024. “Upon expiration […]

INDIANAPOLIS — A local Walmart remains unable to sell food after their food license was suspended when health inspectors found significant rodent activity throughout the store. The Marion County Public Health Department returned to the Walmart located at 10735 Pendleton Pike on Mar. 25 for a re-inspection and found that “not enough progress” had been […]

INDIANAPOLIS — According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the participation of teens in the workforce has declined over the last few decades. Indianapolis city leaders are hoping to change that. Since 2016, the city has been urging young people to apply for jobs through Project Indy, which a network that allows people aged 16-24 to […]

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Pacers and rapper 50 Cent embarked on a mutli-year partnership in 2022 to highlight youth initiatives in Indianapolis, according to a press release. The partnership includes investments from Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson’s 501(c)(3) charity, The G-Unity Foundation, which will develop mentoring programs, a youth advisory council, and other initiatives to strengthen the […]

INDIANAPOLIS — A former barbecue restaurant on the west side of Indianapolis is now a space where chefs, bakers and food truck operators can grow their businesses. “This is like the ultimate situation for anyone aspiring because all you have to do is pay for your kitchen time and go home,” Na Tasha Pepper said. […]

INDIANAPOLIS — The 39th Circle City Classic football game will feature the Mississippi Valley State University Delta Devils against the North Carolina Central University Eagles. The game will take place at Lucas Oil Stadium on Sept. 23. “After a year hiatus, we’re excite to announce HBCU football is coming back to Lucas Oil Stadium,” Alice Watson, […]

LAWRENCE — The mother of a Lawrence Township elementary student took the time to teach her son a valuable lesson in kindness after learning he was being mean to another student in his class. Ambr Currin says her goal is to raise her children to be good people, especially her youngest son, DJ. “He is […]

INDIANAPOLIS — A local Walmart has had its food license suspended after health inspectors found significant rodent activity throughout the store. Marion County Public Health Department (MCPHD) did a health inspection at the Walmart located at 10735 Pendleton Pike on March 22. The inspection came after a consumer complaint made to the department. Inspectors found […]

INDIANAPOLIS — Indy Parks voted for the approval to name a park after the youth football coach that was killed in a road rage incident in January. Tarkington Park, located at 45 W 40th St. will be named after Richard Donnell Hamilton, also known as Coach Nell. WRTV closely followed the story of Hamilton, who […]

INDIANAPOLIS — Pacer’s Sports & Entertainment and Cunningham Restaurant Group have partnered to bring a new three-level dining and entertainment venue to downtown Indianapolis. Commission Row is currently under construction at Bicentennial Unity Plaza to the north of Gainbridge Fieldhouse. “We are honored to partner with Pacers Sports & Entertainment for the Commission Row project,” […]

INDIANAPOLIS — IMPD is responding to a shooting at a gas station on Indy’s north side that left a woman shot who was working at a nearby business. According to IMPD, police responded to the intersection at North Keystone and 71st Street on reports of a person shot at approximately 3:15 p.m. on Monday. Upon arrival, they […]