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WFYI News Now

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Hear the news you need to stay informed on your community with WFYI News Now. From the biggest stories of the day to new policy, research and events, this podcast keeps you connected to Central Indiana and statewide Indiana news. From WFYI's studios in Indianapolis, hosts Darian Benson and Abriana Herron bring you reporting from WFYI and IPB News journalists in 10 minutes or less every weekday.

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HIV Medication during Pride, Braun declares nuclear family month, Fairness Act signing, Hammond Mayor speaks on Chicago Bears, IndyGo payment change, Curfew final approval, Bee population stable 03.06.2026 6:40

It's Wednesday, June 3. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Bears bill stalls in Illinois, Finding housing with a criminal record, Safe Park Indy, Tiny homes project, 1997 cold case 02.06.2026 5:11

It's Tuesday, June 2. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

IN election betting, Indiana Black Legislative Caucus townhall, IU Motorsports Medicine program, DNR mobility track chairs returned, Indy Parks Summer Meals program, Indy roadway funding, Chicago Bears and Indiana 01.06.2026 7:12

It's Monday, June 1. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Beckwith “hates” Islam, Rokita medical marijuana, Dems candidate choice, Property tax relief, IPEC meeting, Committee council addresses, Audubon name change 29.05.2026 7:26

It's Friday, May 29. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

New Indiana Recount Commission director, Morales response to controversies, Infant mortality rate, Greene County hospital reimbursement, Cummins trade secrets, Juvenile Center Library 28.05.2026 5:20

It's Thursday, May 28. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Local Libertarian chairs national party, Amendment council member addresses, Federal charges fo virtual school leaders, Ball State employee settlement, IN-37 project finished, Coffee ground for mushrooms 27.05.2026 5:55

It's Wednesday, May 27. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Rokita investigates fuel price, Indy 500 tactile engineering, Daniels named Purdue’s Interim President, Free haircuts in Elkhart, Indianapolis Food Fund 26.05.2026 4:59

It's Tuesday, May 26. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

New Republican Sec. of State candidate, Warren data center, Automated license plate reader, Access to summer programs, Memorial Day travel, Indy 500 weekend, School year ends 22.05.2026 6:28

It's Friday, May 22. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Update on district 23 primary recount, IN Democrats try to flip seats, Indiana transparency dashboard, Marian University partnership expands health care, Eastern Star Church and Martin University, IndyGo Memorial Day changes 21.05.2026 5:40

It's Thursday, May 21. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

IPS Board member Impink resigns, Rokita transgender birth certificates, State Senate 15 Republican recount, USDA finishes IU investigation, Summer reading program, Dairy day at IMS, Clark Indy 500 Grand Marshal 20.05.2026 7:00

It's Wednesday, May 20. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Recount called in District 23, Medicaid hospital changes, Tiny homes, Chiang Leaves Purdue, Sweetwater traveling studio 19.05.2026 9:23

It's Tuesday, May 19. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

District 23 primary roundup, Medical cannabis, ICE out of Miami protests, Damien Center, Hepatitis C Testing, Indy 500 pole positions, Banana Ball’s renewed Indianapolis Clowns, Fever defeat Storm 18.05.2026 7:06

It's Monday, May 18. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

School accountability grades, Year Round E15 , Mid states corridor, OPHS audit investigation, Banana ball this weekend, Two DNR track chairs stolen, Thompson Park improvements 15.05.2026 5:48

It's Friday, May 15. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Parke county vote count, Braun foster care announcement, Hogsett & DPW showcase funded infrastructure projects, Old Colgate factory development, IU men BB to represent USA in Peru, Indy 500 sells out 14.05.2026 5:30

It's Thursday, May 14. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

IDOC Jail Transport, Federal government owes Indiana millions for detention, Data center pitch fails in city of Washington, Arc of Indiana Alliance, Indy Parks' free concert series 13.05.2026 5:53

It's Wednesday, May 13. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

IPS cuts central office budget, Martindale-Brightwood data center lawsuit, Farm bankruptcies increase, State Senate district 23 race, Indy Animal shelter open, IU Football at White House 12.05.2026 5:56

It's Tuesday, May 12. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

IndyGo public sessions, Bats primary source of rabies in Indiana, Chronic wasting disease, Canvas hack update, 20th Asian Fest, Indiana Indians new jersey, Fever season kicks off 11.05.2026 6:55

It's Monday, May 11. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

IN ends role in Federal lawsuit, Social media “86” post lawsuit, Childcare funding, Crispus Attucks High School expansion, Small business affordability, Asian Fest 08.05.2026 6:54

It's Friday, May 8. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Close senate races, New genetic medicine facility, Gas tax break extended, ADA accessible websites, Primary election voter turnout 07.05.2026 4:49

It's Thursday, May 7. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

The 2026 Indiana primary election: Trump-backed challengers defeat senators who blocked redistricting push 06.05.2026 8:46

It's Wednesday, May 6. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Early voting surge, Final votes on data center and curfews, NRA convention coming to Indy, IHSAA athlete, CAMi Arts, IN Fuel Watch, Coca-Cola investment, IU football to visit White House 05.05.2026 7:01

It's Tuesday, May 5. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Healthcare centers state program exemption, State of air report, NIPSCO lockout End, Muncie's mayor announces cancer diagnosis, BSU renews president's contract, INDOT and IN 31 construction, Kentucky Derby, Primary Election Day tomorrow 04.05.2026 6:08

It's Monday, May 4. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

SNAP moves to Indy, New HSE Superintendent, IPS students earn college degree, Bike to Vote Indy, Marion County Sheriff race, Arrested candidate stays in race, IN State park free day, Eli Lilly investment in AI 01.05.2026 6:54

It's Friday, May 1. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Indiana cannabis policy analysis, Dems comment on Medicaid fraud, Kentucky schools cell phone example, Event youth family center, Greater Indy Trailways festival, WFYI Voter Guide 30.04.2026 5:59

It's Thursday, April 30. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Braun business community announcement, FSSA childcare fiscal meeting, OPHS audit, Miami prison settlement, Federal coal ash clean up rule, Students who need support, Martin University Lawsuit 29.04.2026 6:31

It's Wednesday, April 29. Here are today's top stories around Central Indiana. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org and follow us on social media to get local news every day. WFYI News Now is hosted by Barb Anguiano and produced by Zach Bundy. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.