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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#110929

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#22682

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Indianapolis plans to launch curbside recycling by 2028

1 day ago | wrtv.com | Meredith Hackler

INDIANAPOLIS — The city of Indianapolis is moving closer to its long-standing goal of offering curbside recycling services to its residents, with plans to implement the program by 2028. Currently, residents face challenges when it comes to recycling; they either need to pay for services or drop off their items at designated bins.
Summer travel to set records, ways you can save on a vacation

1 day ago | wrtv.com | Jessica Gruenling

INDIANAPOLIS — The summer travel season is right around the corner, and it's expected to break records. AAA predicts more than 45 million people will travel Memorial Day weekend, and almost a million of them are Hoosiers. “There always are concerns about rising prices across the board, driving, flying, hotel costs, but that does not necessarily seem to be deterring people,” said Sally French, a travel expert with NerdWallet.
Arson investigation at Broad Ripple Park: $400,000 in damage as summer camp supplies destroyed

1 day ago | wrtv.com | Rachael Wilkerson

INDIANAPOLIS — An arson investigation is underway at Broad Ripple Park after a fire destroyed a building that housed summer camp supplies. According to Indy Parks, all items intended for summer camp were lost in the blaze. Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department officers responded Monday night to a report of a burglary in progress at 1610 Broad Ripple Ave., where the suspects reportedly broke windows before fleeing the scene.
Indianapolis Housing Agency reveals 12-month action plan

2 days ago | wrtv.com | Rachael Wilkerson

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Housing Agency (IHA) released its new 12-month action plan to revitalize its properties on Monday. The agency is currently under the watch of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Yvonda Bean, the new CEO, was brought in three months ago to help get the agency running in good standing. After 12 weeks, she's releasing a new plan.
Indiana Parole Board considers clemency for death row inmate Benjamin Ritchie

2 days ago | wrtv.com | Meredith Hackler

INDIANAPOLIS — For the first time in over a decade, the Indiana Parole Board is considering clemency for a death row inmate. Benjamin Ritchie, who was convicted of murdering Beech Grove Police Officer Bill Toney in 2000, is scheduled to be executed on May 20th. The board will send a recommendation to Governor Mike Braun regarding Ritchie’s request for clemency concerning his death penalty conviction. Toney's family and friends are adamant that the execution should proceed.
Tariffs impacting the prices of baby products

2 days ago | wrtv.com | Jessica Gruenling

INDIANAPOLIS— Ileni VanValkenburg welcomed her second baby in April. “This is Carmen,” she says, introducing her new addition. She had her first three years ago and has noticed a big change in that time. “A big change price-wise wise absolutely,” said VanValkenburg. Jessica Tello is working her last few days at Once Upon A Child. She’s due with her first at the end of the month. “Seeing what you need for a baby, like a car seat or a stroller, you’re just like wow that’s a lot,” said Tello.
Rain chances return Monday, but shouldn't be widespread

3 days ago | wrtv.com | Kyle Mounce

Our weather this weekend has pretty much been picture perfect! The nice weather continues this evening. If you are heading out to watch the Pacers game, we're dry with mild temperatures. Actually, our overnight lows only cool to around the 60° mark. Following our weekend warming trend, temperatures cool just a bit to start the week. We'll be near average Monday afternoon with highs in the middle 70s. Mostly cloudy skies are responsible for the dip in temperatures.
More sunshine and even warmer for Mother's Day

4 days ago | wrtv.com | Kyle Mounce

It's a terrific weekend of weather, which is working out well for lots of outdoor activities across Central Indiana. Our skies stay mostly clear this evening into tonight. Temperatures won't be quite as cool as recent nights. Overnight lows level off around the 50° mark. Mom will need the sunscreen and sunglasses for any plans outside Sunday. We may see a few more clouds, but overall skies stay mostly sunny. Our weekend warming trend continues with highs around 80°.
Visit Indy hosts Irish travelers after Aer Lingus inaugural flight

4 days ago | wrtv.com | Nicole Griffin

INDIANAPOLIS — As Aer Lingus marks the start of its new trans-Atlantic flight from Indianapolis to Dublin, the Hoosier state is hoping to attract new visitors. Don Shearer, the CEO of Travel Biz and Travel Trade Limited, was on the inaugural flight from Dublin to Indianapolis. WRTV asked him what he thought about the Hoosier State. “Incredible, we spent the first nights downtown. Now, the weather wasn't kind, it was more like Irish weather, but we're used to that,” Shearer said.
Hoosiers notice price increases on fast fashion sites amid Trump's tariffs

5 days ago | wrtv.com | Nico Pennisi

INDIANAPOLIS — It’s a simple as a click of a button. Many Hoosiers resort to using fast-fashion websites like Shein and Temu, which ship many Chinese-made products to the U.S.“Shein — that’s the go to for the summertime," 20-year-old Howard Swain said. He relies on the e-commerce site for the latest trends. Swain says Shein and Temu attract customers because they’re ultra-low-cost. “They have shirts on there that range from around $5 to $10," he said.