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Indianapolis Star
2 days ago
- General
- Indianapolis Star
Remains of World War II soldier from Indianapolis return home 81 years later
The remains of World War II U.S. Army Pvt. LeRoy B. Miller Jr. are escorted by Flanner Buchanan on Aug. 15, 2025, in Indianapolis. Jade Jackson/IndyStar Family members of World War II soldier LeRoy B. Miller Jr. are escorted away from an American Airlines flight that carried his remains by U.S. Army Sgt 1st Class Jean Chong and Casualty Assistance Officer, Corey Akers on Aug. 15, 2025, in Indianapolis. Jade Jackson/IndyStar Jade Jackson/IndyStar From left, Claudia Hamilton, Michael Hamilton, Lance Hamilton, Fayette Moore, Avila Moore and Jeffrey Parker, the family of U.S. Army Pvt. LeRoy B. Miller Jr., watch as his remains are unloaded from an American Airlines flight on Aug. 15, 2025, in Indianapolis. Jade Jackson/IndyStar Michael Hamilton and Claudia Hamilton watch as an American Airlines flight carrying the remains of U.S. Army Pvt. LeRoy B. Miller Jr. lands on Aug. 15, 2025, in Indianapolis. Jade Jackson/IndyStar Public safety officials including law enforcement and Indianapolis International Airport fire crews salute as the remains of a World War II soldier are unloaded from an American Airlines flight on Aug. 15, 2025, in Indianapolis. Jade Jackson/IndyStar
Indianapolis Star
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indianapolis Star
IndyStar reporter competes in Indiana State Fair cow milking contest
IndyStar reporter competes in Indiana State Fair cow milking contest IndyStar public safety reporter Jade Jackson tried her hand at milking a cow during the 2025 Indiana State Fair.
Indianapolis Star
24-07-2025
- Indianapolis Star
IMPD involved in shooting near Crown Hill Cemetery. West 32nd closed
This article will update. Indianapolis police were involved in a shooting at around 8:15 a.m. on July 24 near Crown Hill Cemetery. West 32nd Street will be closed between Clifton Street and Dr. MLK Jr. Street for the next several hours as members of the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department investigate the area. Details are scarce this early in the investigation, but here's what we know: The shooting took place in the 900 block of West 32nd Street. No officers were injured in the shooting, according to IMPD. No details have been announced about the person shot. This article continues past images and tweets. Jade Jackson is a Public Safety Reporter for the Indianapolis Star. You can email her at and follow her on X, formerly Twitter, @IAMJADEJACKSON. Contact IndyStar reporter Noe Padilla at npadilla@ follow him on X @1NoerPadilla or on Bluesky @
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
First Knozone Action Day of 2025: Outside air will be bad June 12. What you should know
The first Knozone Action Day has been issued for June 12, 2025. Hot temperatures, sunny skies, and light winds will lead to conditions suitable for ozone development when combined with wildfire smoke and other emission sources. Due to a high ground-level ozone forecast, the air quality outside will be deemed unhealthy for sensitive groups. The Indianapolis Office of Sustainability said people in Central Indiana with asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary (COPD) disease, and other similar diagnoses should avoid time spent outdoors on June 12. Unhealthy air quality impacts public health and environmental justice as vulnerable groups, including children, older adults, pregnant people, outdoor laborers, and anyone suffering from asthma, COPD, emphysema, heart disease, or other conditions, are at greater risk, according to the office. Nearly 1 in 5 Marion County residents is at greater risk for severe symptoms due to unhealthy air quality. People can sign up at to be notified of unhealthy air days early. and the Environmental Protection Agency's AirNow website and mobile app are other resources for monitoring local air. This time last year: Stay inside, Knozone Action Day extended due to high temperatures Knozone Action Days happen when levels of certain pollutants rise above acceptable thresholds. During Knozone Action Days, the air quality may become unhealthy for sensitive individuals due to increased ground-level ozone and/or fine particles, which are two of the most common pollutants in the United the ozone layer high in the atmosphere helps protect us from the sun's rays, ozone down where we breathe is dangerous for public health, according to the Office of Sustainability. Ground-level ozone is created when a chemical reaction occurs between sunlight and hydrocarbons from emission sources common in urban areas, like gas-powered vehicles and lawn mowers. Fine particulate matter (or PM2.5) refers to microscopic particles in the air, including dust and smoke, that we can inhale into our lungs and cause damage. This can even be caused by wildfires or dust clouds blowing from thousands of miles away. Residents are encouraged to reduce their contribution toground-level ozone by: Avoid vehicle idling, including when in drive-thru lanes or picking up carry-out Drive less by using active forms of transportation like walking or biking (utilizing Pacers Bikeshare's IndyRides Free pass) Utilize public transportation or carpool with services such as IndyGo or Commuter Connect Wait to refuel and use gas-powered lawn equipment until temperatures are cooler Combine errands to reduce the number of trips Conserve energy by turning off lights or setting the air conditioner to 75 degrees or above Delay the use of garden, household, and workshop chemicals until the air has returned to healthy levels 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: Poor air quality in Indianapolis expected for June 12, 2025. What to expect
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Some folks unhappy about backed-up traffic downtown because of free 'Yes'Cers' giveaway
While thousands waited in line for their 'Yes'Cers' swag bags downtown, many took to social media to complain about the wait and the traffic jam the Pacers giveaway caused during rush hour. Major intersections gridlocked as drivers in quest of the Pacers gear formed a one-lane traffic flow to the South Pennsylvania Street side of Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The Pacers organization gave out 5,000 swag bags to people in their cars from 4 to 7 p.m. on June 4 one day before the first game of the NBA finals in Oklahoma City. By 7 p.m., all the bags were gone. Some people managed to walk up and snag a gift bag, but Pacers Sports & Entertainment officials said they stopped that practice to make sure people waiting inside their vehicles in line had a chance. Just under two hours into the giveaway, officials said they had 2,000 bags left. Users online shared their frustrations that hosting the event during rush hour traffic was a bad idea and interfered with rush hour traffic even for commuters who had no interest in acquiring a bag. Jade Jackson is a Public Safety Reporter for the Indianapolis Star. You can email her at and follow her on X, formerly Twitter @IAMJADEJACKSON. Noe Padilla contributed to this article. This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Downtown traffic jammed by free 'Yes,Cers' swag, drivers unhappy
