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Dakarai Turner

Indianapolis

Anchor and Reporter at WISH-TV (Indianapolis, IN)

News anchor @WISHNews8. Alum @DePaulU. Lover of dogs. Hater of cats. Seattle born & adopted Chicagoan.

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  • 2 weeks ago | wishtv.com | Dakarai Turner

    INDIANAPOLIS (WISH-TV) — A coalition of sports organizations, local businesses and nonprofits teamed up last month to collect more than 50,000 diapers for families across central Indiana. The monthlong drive, led by Pacers Sports & Entertainment and Kroger, aimed to support young children by easing the burden on parents who struggle to afford basic necessities. Organizers say the effort highlights how teamwork and community partnerships can drive meaningful impact off the court.

  • 2 weeks ago | wishtv.com | Dakarai Turner

    INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Retired radio host Jim Denny joined Patty Spitler in for a Pet Pals TV segment highlighting continued community service after retirement. Denny was joined by Lindsay Martin, a board member for Taffy’s Touch Senior Dog Rescue in Greenwood, to discuss the organization’s mission and ongoing efforts to support aging pets. Pet Pals TV airs every Saturday morning at 10:30 on WISH-TV. More information is available at PetPalsTV.com.

  • 2 weeks ago | wishtv.com | Dakarai Turner

    INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — An off-duty Indiana State Police trooper arrested two individuals for shoplifting at a Home Depot in New Albany on Tuesday, according to a release from Indiana State Police. According to ISP, at 12:55 p.m. a trooper was approached by bystanders who reported a theft in progress, leading to the arrest of Carl Edward Estelle Jr. and Casey Tysha Billingsley, both from Louisville, Kentucky.

  • 3 weeks ago | wishtv.com | Dakarai Turner

    FISHERS, Ind. (WISH) — A Hamilton County woman who survived sudden cardiac arrest returned to a Fishers fire station this week to thank the emergency responders who helped save her life. Cynthea and Richard visited the Fishers Fire Department to show gratitude for a chain of survival that worked exactly as it should. The visit marked an emotional reunion with the people who helped keep her alive.

  • 3 weeks ago | wishtv.com | Dakarai Turner

    Posted: Jun 6, 2025 / 05:34 AM EST / Updated: Jun 6, 2025 / 05:34 AM EST INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — With summer vacation season underway, travel experts John and Ann Craig-Cinnamon of Travel Leaders joined WISH-TV’s Midday newscast, along with Great Day TV host Patty Spitler, to share their latest travel experiences. The couple, known for exploring destinations around the world, offered viewers tips and ideas for planning memorable summer getaways.

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6 Jun 25

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