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Is Goofy a dog? Is the NFL going to replace Bad Bunny for the Halftime Show? SBA loans for US Citizens only. Admission: Elected officials are on Signal chats with Antifa and others attacking ICE. Census favors the GOP. Indiana schools should be better than this Tanya Terry sworn in as new police chief of the IMPD. Ed Clere leaves the Indiana Republican Party. Today’s Popcorn Moment: Don Lemon on Kimmel. Today on the Marketplace: Koken Presidential Vintage Barber Chair. ICE to get body cameras Schumer fighting the SAVE Act. China kicked out of the Panama Canal. India to stop buying Russian oil. Trump undercuts GOP push to attach SAVE Act to shutdown bill as conservatives threaten mutiny. TV Theme Song: Monday Night Football. Film Friday's debuting this Friday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department has its new chief of police, and the appointment makes history for the city. Ryan Mears has taken himself off the short list of potential successors to Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett — at least for now. Some non-US citizens and foreign businesses could face restrictions to landownership and higher education with a proposed bill at the Statehouse. Indiana senators approved a bill this week that would extend syringe services programs another 10 years. Indiana LGBTQ plus advocates gathered at the statehouse Wednesday for a day of advocacy. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Zach Bundy, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.
Chief Terry joins the show to talk about her newly appointed position as IMPD Chief and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Send us a textOfficer Gary Hadden is currently a Criminal Interdiction Unit K9 handler and Trainer for the Indianapolis Metro Police Department and is also a Task Force Officer for Homeland Security Investigations. Officer Hadden started his career in Broward County Florida in 1990 and became a K9 handler in 1995. Hadden has worked many interdiction details in South Florida, including the Blue Lightning Task Force, Multi-jurisdictional counter drug task force and Broward County Pipe-Line Task Force. Hadden has worked multiple canines (Patrol, Narcotics and Bomb) over his twenty-nine-year k9 career and has been on thousands of deployments. Officer Hadden Joined the Marion County Sheriff's Department, Indiana in 1998 which later merged to become the current Indianapolis Metro P.D. Hadden has been training k9 teams for many years and continues to be the head trainer for IMPD's Narcotic detection, Cadaver, missing persons and Arson dog teams. Hadden is also a certified instructor through the Drug Interdiction Acceptance Program-El Paso Intelligence Center (DIAP-EPIC) and teaches k9 and interdiction courses throughout the Nation. Officer Hadden has published articles in Police Canine Magazines, testifies as an expert on the narcotic contamination of U.S. currency and has conducted training on currency contamination for local and Federal prosecutors as well as the Indiana Attorney General's Office. Hadden continues to run a parcel interdiction program at the FedEx Hub at the Indianapolis Airport, where drugs and drug trafficking proceeds in the millions have been seized. Detective Hadden has been imprinting and training canine teams for the detection of Fentanyl and has given presentations on the imprinting and training on Fentanyl detection and court testimony.We are pleased to have Vested Interest in K9's as a sponsor. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. is a 501c(3) non-profit whose mission is to provide bullet and stab-protective vests and other assistance to dogs. Check it out www.vik9s.org. Please welcome Ray Allen Manufacturing as a sponsor to the podcast. Go to the most trusted name in industry for all of your k9 related equipment. For a 10% discount use the RAMWDDP10 discount code.Welcome our sponsor Gold Coast K9. Gold Coast K9 trains and deploys hand-selected service dogs for personal and family protection, police agencies, and school districts. Their training programs rank among the best and most trusted in the world. Follow Gold Coast k9 on all social media platforms. For 10% off merchandise use the GCK910 discount code on their website www.goldcoastk9.comHLTK9 Conference continues to be a supporter of the WDDP. They are gearing up for the next conference in Myrtle Beach SC. Plan ahead, the 2026 conference will be April 14 - 16 2026. Register today at www.htlk9.com. Welcome our newest sponsor NCK9LLC. Located in Four Oaks NC, just east of Raleigh NC. Jim O'Brien and staff offer a variety of K9 services. Contact them at Phone : 919-353-7149 Email: jobrien@nck9.us
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IMPD Chief Chris Bailey stops by to talk about yesterday's announcement that he has been appointed Mayor Hogsett's chief deputy mayor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The results of a violent crime initiative in Indianapolis can be seen in this year's data report from the city's police department. Indiana has increased cash assistance for low-income families under recent welfare reforms. Indiana health officials are extending open enrollment for two major Medicaid programs through December 24. Incoming classes to Purdue University will now have to learn about AI in order to graduate. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Zach Bundy, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.
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Butler University named Michael Hole as its next executive vice president and provost Thursday. Indiana State Police say they are investigating multiple swatting incidents against members of the Indiana General Assembly. A new initiative aims to give the public more data on the actions of Indianapolis police and crime in the city. Indiana slashed funding for child care for low-income families over the last year after federal pandemic aid ran out. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Zach Bundy and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.
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Chief Chris Bailey joins the show to talk about the violence over the weekend downtown. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the early hours of Sunday, IMPD responded to a shooting inside a downtown lounge. Democratic state senator Shelli Yoder met a group of constituents in Bloomington over the weekend to discuss Republican plans to redistrict. SNAP benefits are at risk for nearly 600,000 Hoosiers who use the federal food assistance program. Local non-profit Soul Food Project recently launched a community composting effort. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Zach Bundy and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.
As communities across Indiana gear up for a spooky Halloween, the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department has a few recommendations to make the day as safe as it is fun. Delivery robots, similar to ones you might have seen taking food around town, are making their way into hospitals. The National Future Farmers of America Convention and Expo will remain in Indianapolis through 2040. Indiana stopped giving new child care vouchers last year amid a funding shortfall. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Zach Bundy and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.
A week before the world learned of a jewelry heist in France, the Indianapolis zoo was grappling with a theft of its own: two small tortoises. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department recently released the initial draft of its 5-year strategic plan after months of gathering community input and data. About 100 clergy, religious leaders and community members gathered outside the state prison near Kokomo, Indiana. Governor Mike Braun has called for a special legislative session to consider redrawing the boundaries of Indiana's congressional districts. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Zach Bundy and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.
Drama in Carmel. Pope Leo XIV praises President Trump’s Peace Plan for Gaza. Hopes that Hamas takes the deal. Senator Hawley corners Gregory Jackson, the former executive director of the Community Justice Action Fund, about his organization advocating for defunding the police. It's not dirty, I swear. 5 dead in 16 hrs. IMPD says violence is downSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dems are the reason for the Shutdown. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth setting the standards. Trump introducing Trump RX. Just imagine if the Fever had a healthy team. Pete Hegseth: "Upholding and demanding high standards is NOT TOXIC. Drama in Carmel. Pope Leo XIV praises President Trump’s Peace Plan for Gaza. Hopes that Hamas takes the deal. Senator Hawley corners Gregory Jackson, the former executive director of the Community Justice Action Fund, about his organization advocating for defunding the police. It's not dirty, I swear. 5 dead in 16 hrs. IMPD says violence is down. Andre Carson and Dems shut down the government over healthcare for illegal aliens. Des Moines School Board hired an illegal alien as their Superintendent because they didn't bother to check. Dems not toning down their rhetoric. Madame’s PlaceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Downtown Indianapolis is growing and thriving according to the newly named Downtown Indy Alliance. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department announced results from a new arrest initiative that played out last week. The Fair Housing Center of Central Indiana reports an increased number of foreclosures in Marion County. Some expectant mothers are uncertain whether they can take Tylenol during pregnancy, after a White House news conference linked the drug to autism. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Zach Bundy and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.
A young woman, Lanya Amika Anderson, was killed in a domestic disturbance shooting, and the suspect is still at large. Another shooting southeast of downtown left three people wounded. IMPD's Operation Guardian has resulted in 116 arrests, targeting violent offenders and seizing firearms and drugs. Additionally, the Circle City Classic events and an update on the Indiana Fever's injury situation ahead of their playoff game are covered.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Chief Bailey joins the show to talk about the violence in Indy over the weekend, what the community can do to help, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Indianapolis Police Chief Chris Bailey released a statement in response to a hate group that marched in downtown Indianapolis over the weekend. Butler University will launch its own engineering program in 2026 — ending years of relying on a partner school. A Hamilton County resident tested positive for West Nile virus. A Hamilton County drug court recently celebrated the graduation of six participants. People with disabilities could face significant cuts to therapy services if Indiana's proposed changes to Medicaid waivers are approved. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Zach Bundy and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.
IMPD Chief joins the show to talk about the new curfew law for Hoosier teens, the group of Nazi protesters over the weekend, and remembering officer Jake Laird. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Updates from IMPD Chief Chris Bailey after curfew quiets downtown by Cameron Ridle
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department says it will ramp up impaired driving enforcement in the days leading up to Labor Day. Indianapolis teens have a new curfew. Purdue University in Indianapolis is getting a new student center this fall. Indiana has a leader for its new statewide school safety efforts. Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett is proposing a new $1.7 billion budget for 2026 — the largest to date. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Drew Daudelin, Zach Bundy and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.
A local nonprofit launched a free construction training program Tuesday for recently incarcerated people. A woman with a prior animal cruelty conviction was sentenced in late July to additional prison time for breaking the terms of her release in Indianapolis. A Purdue University student was released from ICE custody Monday after being detained late last week. The new school year is underway, and Indianapolis police are stepping up patrols to keep kids safe. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Drew Daudelin, Zach Bundy and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.
There have been three IMPD officers attacked and injured on the job in the last week, according to the department, as the city works to get a handle on recent high-profile shootings. Tuesday, an Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department officer was shot three times while trying to arrest the driver of a stolen car. The shooting ended with two suspects under arrest, both now charged, another suspect in the hospital in critical condition, and a fourth suspect still on the run. The officer, a four-year veteran of IMPD, left the hospital on Wednesday, surrounded by a crowd of cheering police. Tuesday's shooting happened in the Haughville neighborhood at an apartment complex just down the road from Pastor Dwight Harwell's church, Latter House Ministries. Haughville is an area where there've been multiple public efforts to build the relationship between police and the public. IMPD recruits helped paint over graffiti in the spring, and officers joined a show of unity when neighbors faced rampant vandalism. IMPD has not identified the officer shot. He's on administrative leave, pending a review of the shootout. Later Tuesday evening, IMPD said an officer broke their fibula while arresting a man for assault, marking the third line-of-duty injury in a week.Anyone with information on the other suspect or about the shooting was asked to contact Sgt. Brian Lambert at the IMPD Homicide Office at 317-327-3475.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Chief Bailey joins to talk about the curfew law for Indy Hoosiers and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Your day ahead forecast, IMPD curfew strategy, immigration enforcement protest, Caitlin Clark on the sidelines, WNBA & player pay, Indycar good luck charm and more...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Rescission has passed committee, now it's time for many more of them. Chief Chris Bailey joins Tony to talk about combatting violence in Indianapolis and whether the IMPD would assist ICE "if asked". Credit Card debt is down... what? Rep. Tim Burchett says those who are found GUILTY of crimes against children should be HANGED. Trump backtracking on Epstein case?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
JD Vance officially breaks the tie on Trump's Rescission package. Recission bill to defund NPR and PBS. Gov. Braun responds to downtown Indianapolis violence. Hogsett response. Zelensky to Newsmax: “Trump now sees Putin is lying.” Jasmine Crockett Masterpiece Theatre. Maddening argument on CNN regarding eggs. New steakhouse coming to downtown. Ed Carpenter Racing to Grand Park. A new law targeting county prosecutors doesn’t mention Ryan Mears by name, but he is at least partly the inspiration behind it. Halloween Giant Fish Head/Creature for sale. USC to have layoffs. Rescission has passed committee, now it's time for many more of them. Chief Chris Bailey joins Tony to talk about combatting violence in Indianapolis and whether the IMPD would assist ICE "if asked". Credit Card debt is down... what? Rep. Tim Burchett says those who are found GUILTY of crimes against children should be HANGED. Trump backtracking on Epstein case? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Chief Bailey joins the show to talk about the downtown Indy Mass Shootingt that involved teenagers and young adults over the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Your day ahead forecast, President Trump's bill heads to the U.S. House, new Indiana laws, Myles Turner moves on, Fever win Commissioner's Cup, Red Panda hurt, Sean Combs trail, and Waffle House eggs drop...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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More protests/riots on the schedule for a few different places. Rumors of Indy tonight, but that was squashed by IMPD.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
IMPD Chief Bailey joins the show to reflect on how the IMPD responded during the nights of the riots downtown Indianapolis 5 years ago. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Your day ahead forecast, cold case cracked, IMS grandstands sold out, Kindy 500 in Wayne Township, Zoopolis 500, airport issues, TSA guns, Golden Dome, tax cut bill, business headlines, and more...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Chief Bailey joins the show to talk about IMPD recruitment numbers, plus if the President is planning on attending the Indy 500. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9th Annual Hoops & Heroes is happening Saturday April 26, 2025, at Indy Met High School. IMPD Officer Sergeant Sydney McDaniel and IFD Firefighter Engineer Lance Fleming to share about this event, with proceeds being donated to Indy Champions, a program for domestic violence survivors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
News Director John Herrick joins us as we talk about what we witnessed on Monument Circle Friday afternoon. For the full story and updates check here Armed Man Waving "Free Haiti" Flag Arrested on Monument Circle And THANK YOU, to IMPD for the incredible job of deescalating a dangerous situation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tulsi Gabbard confirmed. Inflation is up. Politico is hot garbage. Injuries as car plows into crowd in German city of Munich. Department of Education should be shut down. Parents who bought into the trans ideology. Chief Chris Bailey shows up to Vision Zero meeting, but won't answer the question if the IMPD will assist ICE if asked. Vision Zero’s vision is for zero cars. Munich car horror is 'a suspected attack', officials say as Afghan asylum seeker is arrested. Framed Clockwork Orange poster for sale. We are losing our ability to speak. Tara laughs at Tony's Hedgehog reference. Like the US, Germany and Europe has an immigration problem. Pete Hegseth meets with NATO. Urges NATO to increase their spending. Trump’s EPA chief vows to claw back $20 billion in climate funding. USAID was funding Reuters. Tony invites Indiana mayors to talk property taxes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Of the 72 IMPD memorials, 32 are missing or vandalized. The signs are vandalized by stickers, markers, or paint. Some/many are missing, most notably, Breann Leath and David Moore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.