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Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Lane and ramp closures, reduced speed limits coming to I-65 mid-May
The exit ramp from northbound I-65 to Keystone Avenue will be closed on or after May 17 to allow for ramp reconstruction, according to the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT). The closure is a part of the I-65 Safety and Efficiency Project, and as construction begins on the project, I-65 will be reduced to two lanes in each direction from north of the I-465 interchange to south of the I-65 and I-70 overpass. The ramp is expected to remain closed through late August. Lane restrictions are starting on or after May 17 and will be in place until 2026. Crews will be adding travel lanes, and by the end of 2026, there will be four travel lanes in each direction throughout the goal of the I-65 Safety and Efficiency plan is to extend the life of existing pavement and add capacity to improve the traffic flow and safety in southeast Indianapolis. Construction Speed Limit: The construction zone speed limit is now active on I-65. A reduced speed of 45 mph is in place for the duration of I-65 Safety and Efficiency work. INDOT said drivers need to slow down and avoid distractions in work zones. Traffic fines: That lead foot could land a fine in your mailbox as INDOT launches speed control program Jade Jackson is a Public Safety Reporter for the Indianapolis Star. You can email her at and follow her on X, formally Twitter @IAMJADEJACKSON. This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Indianapolis traffic: Keystone Avenue ramp, lane closures on I-65 coming
Indianapolis Star
29-04-2025
- Indianapolis Star
Man dies after SUV hit by train. Crash investigators believe he drove around crossing gate
A man is dead after being struck by a CSX train this past weekend. Crash Investigators believe he was driving around the crossing gate in an attempt to cross the railroad tracks when his vehicle was struck. At 2:36 p.m. April 26, Indianapolis Metropolitan Police were called to the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and North Sherman Drive. on the city's east side for a crash involving a train. Officers saw a red 2019 Jeep Cherokee with damage consistent with being struck by a train, and it was determined that the SUV and a CSX train collided. A man found inside the Jeep was taken to a hospital in critical condition, but was pronounced dead two days later. Police announced his death April 29 and said the conductor of the train remained on-scene and cooperated with the investigation. That crash was the first in two separate car-train collisions that happened within 24 hours. At 5:39 a.m. April 27, a CSX train hit an unoccupied red Toyota Camry that was stopped on the tracks at St. Clair Street on the city's northeast side. The car was pushed to an area near East Michigan and North Pine Streets. CSX told IndyStar that no injuries were reported. This crash happened 3 miles away from the fatal collision. Jade Jackson is a Public Safety Reporter for the Indianapolis Star. You can email her at and follow her on X, formerly Twitter @IAMJADEJACKSON.
Yahoo
07-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Sinkhole off Southeastern Avenue & South Keystone Avenue blocked by DPW
A video on Facebook showed a huge hole in the ground at Southeastern Avenue and South Keystone Avenue as men examined it with flashlights. It was time-stamped for Monday just after midnight. Nearly 12 hours later, the area is marked off by Indianapolis Department of Public Works signs and no one can turn on the street near the hole. Indy Department of Public Works could not be reached for comment by the time of this article's publication. Potholes are created when water seeps beneath the pavement through cracks, according to Indianapolis' website. As the temperature drops, the water freezes and expands, causing the pavement to rise. As the ice melts, it creates an empty cavity beneath the pavement, so when a vehicle passes over one, it collapses and creates a pothole. Sinkholes are depressions on the surface of the land caused by water moving downward into cracks and passages in the limestone. Open sinkholes are sensitive to disturbance and can be difficult to remedy once they begin to grow and become unstable. Sinkholes in street asphalt are depressions or holes that appear in the pavement, often due to erosion or callapse of the underlying soil, rather than just wear and tear like potholes. Report a pothole through the Mayor's Action Center online through RequestIndy or by calling 317-327-4622. The Mayor's Action Center is open daily for calls Monday to Friday. The call center hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., however, on Thursday they are closed from 2 to 3 p.m. RequestIndy is accessible on the city's website and via the mobile app 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Be sure to be specific in your report about how many are in the reported area, where they are located and what size they are (the options are small, medium or larger than a basketball). It will also ask if they caused any property damage. You can also call the non-emergency line at (317) 327-3811. That all depends on the weather and how they decide to repair them. There are only two ways to repair them: With hot mix or cold asphalt patches. Hot mix is the preferred method of repair, however, it's only used during warm months because asphalt factories are closed during the colder months. Cold asphalt patches are the alternative method when the weather is too cold for hot mix, but they are not as permanent of a fix as hot mix. It may take up to a week and a half before potholes are filled. Crews are often unable to repair potholes when it is raining, snowing or during cold weather. On busier roads with multiple potholes and weather damage, they might even decide to just resurface the road. The Department of Public Works is in charge of assessing what roads need to be repaved, but they do accept public input and that can also be submitted via the Mayor's Action Center. Jade Jackson is a Public Safety Reporter for the Indianapolis Star. You can email her at and follow her on X, formerly Twitter @IAMJADEJACKSON. IndyStar Trending News Report and Midwest Connect reporter, Katie Wiseman contributed to this article. This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Indianapolis DPW blocks area of apparent sinkhole on city street
Yahoo
02-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Where to report Indiana power outages and see where outages are happening
With severe weather set to roll across Central Indiana as early as 2 p.m. Wednesday, including possible hail, heavy rain and strong winds, power outages are a strong possibility. Depending on the service available in your area, you can view the most up-to-date information about your power outage, including its extent, estimated restoration time, and other details. Most Indianapolis residents have AES Indiana or Duke Energy, but some regions in the state use other services; many of those are also listed below. Here are the services offered in Indiana - and links for each power outage map. ⚡ Power outage: 🚫 What you should and shouldn't do when the power is out. LIVE BLOG: Tornadoes, hail, flooding: What to expect as storms roll in Wednesday You can find a comprehensive map using the Indiana Power Outages Map with a focus on each county, customers without power, and the latest updates. You can check the power outage map here. You can also report your outage here or reach AES by phone about outages 24/7 at 317-261-8111. AES reminds customers to stay away from fallen, broken or damaged power lines, and call the number above to report any near you. AES also offers storm safety info: and emergency kit information: Duke Energy customers can find a map of power outages here. To report an electrical outage, click here or call 800-343-3525. Duke's map also has the ability to show outage histories and a current summary of known issues and how many customers are impacted. Customers can sign up for outage alerts, report outages and more by signing into their account here. Northern Indiana Public Service Company (NIPSCO) customers should click here for the latest power outage info, to report issues, or to get alerts. For any companies not listed above, check our power outages database that aggregates power outage information from more than 1,000 companies nationwide. Jade Jackson is a Public Safety Reporter for the Indianapolis Star. You can email her at and follow her on X, formerly Twitter @IAMJADEJACKSON. This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Indiana power outage tracking and reporting: where and how
Yahoo
06-02-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Dense fog is affecting visibility across Central Indiana this morning
You can expect some patchy and dense fog on your drive Thursday morning. The National Weather Service (NWS) for Indianapolis said a patchy dense fog will start the day with gloomy conditions. A dense fog advisory is in effect for most of Central Indiana until 9 a.m. Visibility in some areas may be less than a quarter mile, the advisory cautions. Indiana State Police mentioned the heavy fog around Central Indiana this morning. They cautioned drivers to help them make everyone's morning commute a little easier by being careful on the roads. "ISP wants to remind drivers to use their low beams," the agency shared across their online platforms. "Also, increase your distance between vehicles and slow down. If you see flashing red, blue or amber lights slow down and move over." Check road conditions, including road closures, crashes and live webcams using Indiana's online Trafficwise map at or visit our gridlock guide page for live traffic cams and more. INDOT's CARS Program provides information about road conditions, closures and width and weight restrictions. The website has a color-coded map of Indiana's highways and highlights hazardous road conditions and travel delays. The interactive map also shows road work warnings, closures, roadway restrictions and other information helpful to drivers. Jade Jackson is a Public Safety Reporter for the Indianapolis Star. You can email her at and follow her on X, formally Twitter @IAMJADEJACKSON. This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Dense fog is affecting visibility across Central Indiana this morning
