WRTV-TV (Indianapolis, IN)

WRTV is a television station that operates on virtual channel 6 and UHF digital channel 25. It is affiliated with ABC and is based in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. The station is owned by the E. W. Scripps Company's broadcasting division. WRTV has its main studio on Meridian Street in the northwestern part of Indianapolis, situated within the city's Television Row. Additionally, it has a secondary studio at Monument Circle in downtown Indianapolis. The station's transmitter is located on the northwest side of the city, close to Meridian Hills.

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Daily storm chances continue. Heat slowly eases through the weekend

1 day ago | wrtv.com | Todd Klaassen

HeadlinesSCATTERED STORMS THIS EVENINGWARM AND MUGGY WEATHER CONTINUES THIS WEEKENDSLIGHTLY COOLER & LESS HUMID NEXT WEEKScattered thunderstorms will move through the area this evening. Gusty winds, lightning, and heavy rain will be the main threats. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for the northern counties. Saturday is expected to feature afternoon temperatures around 90°F.
Heat, humidity, and daily afternoon storm chances continue into the weekend

2 days ago | wrtv.com | Todd Klaassen

HeadlinesHEAT & HUMIDITY CONTINUEDAILY AFTERNOON DOWNPOURSCOOLER & LESS HUMID NEXT WEEKToday was the sixth day in a row of 90°F temperatures in Indianapolis. When we reach 90°F on Thursday, it will only be the fourth time in nine years that the city has experienced consecutive 90°F days. The point is that while we encounter this heat almost every summer, this has been a prolonged period that we aren't used to seeing all that often. This evening, any downpours will fade with sunset.
'Sucky human behavior': Woman finds two dogs in parked cars during extreme heat

3 days ago | wrtv.com | Taj Simmons

NOBLESVILLE — The extreme heat over Indiana is not just dangerous for humans; it can be deadly for pets if they are left alone inside vehicles. Ally Hall found two dogs in parked cars while shopping at Hamilton Town Center on Monday. High temperatures in Hamilton County reached the low-90s that day. "My mom decided to take me out for ice cream, we were walking through the grass and I heard barking coming from a car a few rows over," Hall recalled.
Heat and humidity, accompanied by daily afternoon downpours, will continue into the weekend

3 days ago | wrtv.com | Todd Klaassen

HeadlinesHEAT ADVISORY THROUGH FRIDAYHEAT INDEX REMAINS NEAR 100° DURING PEAK HEATDAILY CHANCE OF DOWNPOURS EVERY AFTERNOONThe forecast remains in copy-and-paste mode, as not much will change in the next few days. We still have the heat, and each afternoon we will see downpours that flare up. It's a feast or famine situation with the rain: you either get heavy rain or no rain at all. This pattern will continue this evening before the storms fade away as the sun sets.
The heat is on at the 2025 Bartholomew County 4-H Fair

4 days ago | wrtv.com | Maci Tetrick

BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY — Summertime in Indiana is prime time for county fairs, and this week, the Bartholomew County 4-H Fair is in the middle of a heat wave. "I don't ever remember it being this hot!" exclaimed Claudia Sims, a member of the Fair Board. "When you run into anybody, the first topic is heat," said Ryan Lienhoop, an 8-year 4-H member. "We're still having a good time out here. Everything is about the same.
Heat and humidity continue, with a daily storm chance the rest of the week

4 days ago | wrtv.com | Todd Klaassen

HeadlinesHEAT ADVISORY THROUGH FRIDAY EVENINGDAILY CHANCE OF PM STORMSVERY WARM OVERNIGHTSThe hot and muggy weather will continue this evening, with heat index values exceeding 90° until about sunset. Unlike the past few evenings, however, there will be a chance of a few isolated storms. Temperatures on Wednesday will be very similar to what we have seen in the past few days, climbing into the low 90s. Skies will be mostly sunny, but look for isolated downpours to pop up in the afternoon.
Pacers fans proud after historic finals run, despite Game 7 loss

5 days ago | wrtv.com | Lauren Schwentker

INDIANAPOLIS — Just hours after the Indiana Pacers’ emotional end to a historic season, change is already in the air and on the walls of Gainbridge Fieldhouse. On Monday morning, crews began the process of swapping out Pacers signage and banners to make way for the Indiana Fever. Giant posters of Indiana Fever players now begin to line the Fieldhouse as the WNBA season kicks into high gear.
Indy Parks seeking advice from Clermont residents for $1 million park makeover

5 days ago | wrtv.com | Taj Simmons

CLERMONT — How would you spend $1 million to make your neighborhood park better? Indy Parks is asking people in Clermont this question as they prepare to start work on Robey Park. Indy Parks invited Clermont residents to a public meeting about the park's future Monday evening. Robey Park is in need of a makeover. Parts of the playground are rusted and covered in graffiti, and the park's basketball court has grass growing from cracks in the asphalt.
Heat wave will continue through the entire week

5 days ago | wrtv.com | Todd Klaassen

HeadlinesHEAT ADVISORY THROUGH FRIDAYHEAT INDEX OVER 100°SPOTTY STORM CHANCES RETURNToday marked the third consecutive day of temperatures exceeding 90°F in Indianapolis, officially making it a heat wave. The 90s will continue for the rest of the week, with heat index values exceeding 100°F. This evening, if you have plans, it will be hot, dry, and muggy. In fact, the heat index won't drop below 90°F until after 8 PM.
Hot and humid week ahead; heat advisory through Friday

6 days ago | wrtv.com | Maci Tetrick

HeadlinesHEAT ADVISORY THROUGH FRIDAYHOT & HUMIDSTORM CHANCES LATER THIS WEEKBe prepared for a hot, humid week. Highs will hold in the 90s each day, but heat indices will soar above 100° at times. A heat advisory is in effect from now until 8 p.m. Friday. Monday's skies are mostly sunny. If you have to be outdoors, take frequent breaks in the shade. Overnight lows will offer little relief from the heat, as they will only dip into the mid 70s each night this week.