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Breaking: Carrier confirms in letter to workers that fan coil jobs will "relocate" to Mexico by end of 2017.
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Breaking: 5O year old Richard Allen officially named as killer of Delphi girls in 2017
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Breaking: Workers and shoppers evacuated from Greenwood Park Mall south of Indianapolis following an active shooter situation Sunday afternoon.
@wrtv
Waiting to get more details. This is one lady story:
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Purdue football players arrive for Tyler Trent’s Funeral in Carmel
@rtv6
@BoilerFootball
@purduemitch
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My daughter passed her Bar. We are in awe because two generations ago her grandparents flew into NYC from a caribbean island with limited English & education but big dreams. Big dreams can be achieved when you give people a chance to succeed & put in the hard work.
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Breaking as of 8:32pm: Good Samaritan with gun credited for stopping active shooter inside Greenwood Park Mall south of Indianapolis. Police confirm 4 people dead including the shooter and two people injured. They’re being treated at Eskenazi hospital in Indy.
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Breaking: Arrest made in connection to the Delphi deaths of 2017. Here’s what I can report. State Police to release more details Monday morning
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Breaking: Store employees helped customers as they fled shooting inside Greenwood Park Mall in Johnson County 15 minutes south of downtown Indy
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What a start for
@Pacers
rookie
@C_Duarte5
He started in the season opener with 27 pts versus Hornets. Here’s a portion of our talk. His English is fine, but he prefers Spanish.The full story tonight on
@wrtv
The team plays Wizards tonight & the Heat on Saturday for home opener.
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Standing Ovation for Hometown Hero. IndyCar drivers and guests honor Noblesville middle school teacher Jason Seamon at Indy 500 Victory Celebration. .
@rtv6
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Marian University AD Steve Downing talks about his friend Bobby Knight and how his family wants to honor his legacy. Marian University in Indianapolis created a scholarship in his honor several years ago. IU and Marian Men’s basketball have an exhibition game on Friday.
@wrtv
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Breaking: Shots fired at Greenwood Park Mall. Multiple casings found outside and suspect reportedly fled the scene. No word on any injuries. This incident comes 5 months after the mass shooting which killed 3 people. Waiting for more details.
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Mission Accomplished: So my guy graduated from high school today and my daughter from college three weeks ago.
#ProudParents
#MyMealTickets
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A new school year means going back to kindergarten and helping your spouse with her bulletin boards.
@rtv6
Here we go 2019-2020 school year.
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23 years and counting...
A big thank you to my WRTV family for making it a worthy, thrilling, and honorable journey. But someone should have said something about the curly hair back in the day.
@wrtv
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Breaking: Steelworkers Local union in Indy leader says pleasantly surprised w/ Trump tweet & welcome any help in saving Rexnord jobs
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I’m curious since I’m bilingual. Do the words “thank you your time is up” mean something different in English.
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Breaking: Update numbers Union says more than 500 Carrier workers hired after February 2005 will lose jobs moving to Mexico by 12/17
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Breaking:Pastor James W. Jackson is running for Mayor of Indianapolis as a Republican. He filed paperwork last week and informed his church members at Fervent Prayer Church of his decision today. He will formally announce soon.
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Congrats to
@DaveFurst
who’s joining IndyCar as Communications VP. He’s a phenomenal storyteller, a consummate pro, & “Furst & Foremost” a proud husband & dad. He joins the long list of
@wrtv
legends. I’ll miss his Spanish, & picking up his multiple Emmys at the awards program.
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Death threats. Indy Union leader says people calling asking if his children are safe tonight after twitter tussle w/
@realDonaldTrump
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24 years TODAY at WRTV.
I’m grateful for all at WRTV who’ve enriched, elevated, and energized my journey. I must also recognize some of our alumni who set the foundation like Barbara Boyd, Clyde Lee, and Diane Willis
@wrtv
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I just left a public place where people are already complaining about the pending statewide mask mandate. I will wear mine, because I want to.
@wrtv
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New: The family & friends of Pedro & Rosa Pineda are raising money for their funeral by selling traditional food of El Salvador on Saturday. The Pinedas are among the 3 people killed in the mass shooting at the Greenwood Park Mall on Sunday.
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New: Indiana State Police Trooper Aaron Smith loved the community he served. I ran into him while off-duty passing out food to tornado survivors in Johnson County in March.
@wrtv
@IndyFOP86
@ISPIndianapolis
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Breaking: IMPD officer De’Joure Mercer suing NFL over its portrayal of his actions in connection to the Dreasjon Reed shooting in May 2020. A special prosecutor cleared the officer. Mercer is accusing the NFL of libel. The lawsuit is filed in federal court in Indy.
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Breaking: As of 7:53pm, This is what I can tell you has happened at the Greenwood Park Mall south of Indianapolis Following an active shooter situation.
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No need for caffeine this week after getting back from visiting my Mom. I’m on a natural high! This was my first visit since March 2020. The food was out of this world, so please adjust your HD screen for a larger me.
@wrtv
( Video Courtesy: Mrs. Sanchez)
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Breaking: The bodies of the mass shooting suspect & one of the victims were removed from Greenwood Park Mall at about 2am. Shooter has been identified, not the victim yet. Two other victims died from injuries at Indy Hospitals. This is the latest as of 3:15a Mon. July 18th
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Fall & Recovery. Why you should never stand on a chair in front of 500 people! But if this happens keep on talking because the program must go on.
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Sometimes you get caught in the moment. 84 yr old Gerald Webster of Indy is a great reminder to enjoy the moment. Despite health issues, he was going dance before going home.
@rtv6
Have a good weekend!
#GoodNewsFriday
on Good Morning Indiana.
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Breaking: I’m hearing Multiple people shot inside the Greenwood Park Mall and possibly two dead including the gunman.
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Hometown Hero: Day 127
A major milestone for 1st Sgt. Gary Coffie. He marked his 40th anniversary with Indiana State Police in July. He joined State Police on July 6, 1980.
@wrtv
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My first time. Ex-WRTV Reporters & Anchors meet monthly for lunch on the north side of Indy. Among the All-Stars: Tracey Horth, David James, Derris Thomas, Reid Duffy, and Barbara Lewis. Kevin Gregory stop in on his way to work.
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arrests are underway and the Indiana University campus at Dunn Meadow
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Hundreds of Teachers and staff at Franklin Community Schools send a get well greeting to Teacher Travis Miles. They say: Travis, Get Well Soon. We recorded this during first official staff meeting of the year.
@sswentz
@myfcs
@Franklin_CommHS
@fcssuper2011
@rtv6
in the community
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BREAKING:
Homeowner records what appears to be the tornado that hit Johnson County.
@wrtv
@nicopennisitv
@KaitlynReports
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@FigureItOutDuh
, I think one can report on the positive and the negative. Leaving facts out in my opinion is not fair.
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New: A quick conversation with Franklin’s own Max Clark drafted by the Detroit Tigers tonight. He was greeted by hundreds of fans at the Franklin amphitheater
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Honoring the Voice of
@CenterGroveHS
sports. He passed away on Thursday. My co-worker & CG alum
@Lauren_Casey
was heartbroken like many to hear the news. She asked I write a tribute on her behalf.
@CenterGroveAlum
@wrtv
@MeganShinn
@kanderson_WRTV
@troyw_TV
@AlyssaDonovanTV
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“In A Minute” is a phrase Libby German used when asked to do homework or a chore. It got done. The families now ask you give the case “One Minute” of your attention. The bodies of Libby & Abby Williams were found on Valentine’s Day four years ago in Delphi
@wrtv
@libertyg_sister
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Never Forget. Every time I get to go home I visit the site. It’s still hard to comprehend that two huge skyscrapers stood there. I knew none of the victims or heroes. The place is personal because my high school job was in the World Trade Center concourse level.
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Despite good news, Layoffs still possible at Carrier in short term. We're talking 600 jobs
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Fear Not
This is Deborah Lane in the Park Forest subdivision.
Check out the last shot in this story.
@wrtv
The tornado moved a lot in one room except one thing:
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Mission accomplished. 6,600 meals passed out today by
@myfcs
. 825 kids received 4 breakfast & 4 lunch meals for the rest of the week.
@rtv6
#WorkingTogether
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Boom Baby! Check out the New Palestine player who didn’t give up and got a three
@rtv6
@NPHSDragons
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Standing ovation for Derrik Thomas as he prepares to sign off on Friday after 40 yrs
@rtv6
We will continue to honor him everyday on the news at 6.
@MeredithBarack
@AStarrantino
@MarcMullins1
@NicoleGriffinTV
@Lauren_Casey
@AlyssaDonovanTV
@KevinGregoryRTV
@MikeThePhotog
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Breaking: Multiple police raids this morning in the city of Franklin involving massage parlors. Seven locations involved three within Franklin city limits.
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Stop & Think. In recent days, I’ve received several calls involving the Delphi case with no merit. It’s a shame family members have to ask people again to stop spreading misinformation that may interfere with the case or destroy an innocent person’s life.
@wrtv
@libertyg_sister
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Breaking as of 9:55pm.
Armed civilian that stopped the active shooter inside the Greenwood Park Mall is being described as a 22-year-old male from Bartholomew County.
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Point of Pride. My faith reminds me we are blessed with a gift to do something. I’m lucky my something is possible with a team. This EMMY was in recognition of our team storytelling involving the State Fair Stage Collapse.
@wrtv
We remember the victims & honor the survivors.
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For the first time, all
@IPSSchools
students in the 2020-2021 school year will have an iPad or Chromebook to learn from home. Many students depended on instructional paper packets when schools shutdown on March 13th, because of a lack of technology.
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IU Graduate Students
@IndianaGrads
are standing with pickets outside Ballentine Hall to begin their 3 day strike.
@FOX59
@CBS4Indy
The university did provide pay increases in 2022 after a 4 wk strike. Students say $22-$23k salary not enough to live in Bloomington.
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Hometown Heroes:
In the face of our health emergency, today March 28th I’d like to recognize all emergency medical personnel. These are images from the Bargersville FD in Johnson County. Who deserves a shout out ? Let me know.
@rtv6
@BCFD20
#workingtogether
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Great catching up with Stacia Matthews. The WRTV legend is a stroke survivor & has committed her efforts to bring awareness on the critical issue. Women are less likely to recognize the signs and she’s working on changing that through her speaker series. She’s dynamic & classy.
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Fitting Tribute for Purdue “Super Fan” Tyler Trent. The Boilermaker Special is parked outside College Park Church where Tyler’s funeral will be held tonight.
@rtv6
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New: Indianapolis mother credits fallen Indiana State Police Trooper Aaron Smith for saving her life. She survived an interstate shooting. During the incident, he promised her she would okay. I’m working on the full story for the news at 6.
@wrtv
@ISPIndianapolis
@IndyFOP86
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The Indianapolis Motor Speedway and related entities employee about 300 people. In moments, they will get a glimpse into their future under their new boss Roger Penske.
@jdouglas4
is greeting his colleagues as they show up for their meeting.
@rtv6
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Shining Bright in Greenwood. The Parks Department put up this sign located on the Smith Valley Walking bridge to thank healthcare workers.
@rtv6
@MayorMarkMyers
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@realDonaldTrump
leaves out that union offered $20M in concessions during talks.Carrier rejected since it wanted save $65M
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Sunday Shout Out!
Shout out to Colts Center
@ryan_kelly70
for his dedication to his craft and commitment to community service. Always an honor to work with him at the
@indianacops
Gala at the Colts Complex last night.
@wrtv
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Pageantry & precision
@CircCityClassic
parade 2018.
@INBlackExpoInc
Great to have distinguished HBCU
@HowardU
&
@bethunecookman
in Indy
@rtv6
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Congratulations to
@FranklinCollege
alum Dr. Dave Dunkle being named Pres./CEO of Johnson Memorial Health hospital.
@MyJMHealth
@grizalumni
@PresFC
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This award is won on behalf of the 200 people who work
@rtv6
. Thanks for their team work
@BlackerbyLarry
@terricopewalton
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Great night for a parade at Southport High
@PerryTwpSchools
on south side of Indy.
@rtv6
This is Southport’s homecoming and I was honored to be their Grand Marshal. Shout out to
@chaz_hinds
& senior class of 2019.
@rtv6
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My mentors & good friends Clyde Lee & Diane Willis dropped by the house to congratulate my son graduating from high school. Love my
@rtv6
family.
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If you can, then do.
#MaskUpHoosiers
I participated in this project by taping a message in English and Spanish.
@rtv6
in the community.
#INThisTogether
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I didn’t drive until I was 21. I learned 2 weeks before my first tv job in Arizona. In the NYC, public transit equals freedom. While I’m vehicle dependent today, I’m grateful to those who provide transit services like
@indygo
in Indianapolis and other similar services statewide.
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This guy is an all-round great human being. He just celebrated his 32nd year
@wrtv
I am proud to call him a colleague & friend. He’s a big basketball fan. I will always appreciate when he came out to support my son at an AAU game.
@KevinGWRTV
is a class act & a pro everyday.
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31 years.
The recipe is to love, listen, and live in the moment.
The perfection is in the work and I’m grateful that my better half makes me a better person.
Happy Wedding Anniversary!
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Kicking off NBA All Star Week at the Airport. One of best parts of emceeing this event is that I got to wear my late father-in-law’s IHSAA ref jersey! This was Mascot Mania
@INDairport
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Mom vaccinated, all is good!
She says she felt slightly sore after the 2nd shot. All the slots taken at the Indianaopolis Motor Speedway, so March 24th will be my turn.
@wrtv
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Turning the canal orange to celebrate Hispanic heritage month in Indiana. This is the 3rd year
@IndianaLatino
puts on this event.
@rtv6
in the community.
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My morning caffeine intake was off the charts, so I finally have an official replacement for the Dew. It’s not a daily thing for now.
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My heart filled with joy as my son participated in
@FranklinCollege
fundraiser benefiting Breast Cancer research.He was named “Mr. Think Pink” for raising the most money at $2K. Thanks to all who contributed to his personal growth & fed his passion for community service.
@wrtv
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Congrats to Cory Richards who with this basket at sectional game surpasses 1,001 points in his high school career and the game isn’t over !
@Franklin_CommHS
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What a great message involving
“143.” Tyler Trent in his final days would use the numbers “143” to communicate “I Love You”. 1=“I”, 4=“Love”, 3=“You”. “143” was commonly used by Fred Rogers from “Mister Rogers Neighborhood.” Tyler was a fan.
@rtv6
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We’ll see you Thursday. Thanks to our management team there will be no morning newscasts on Tues. or Wed. We’re thankful for the time off to spend with our families & friends
@rtv6
@MeredithBarack
@Lauren_Casey
@ToddKlaassen
@AlyssaDonovanTV
@kanderson_WRTV6
@SheaGoodpaster
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One of my favorite places in the world. Every time I visit family, I take a trip on the Staten Island Ferry to catch a glimpse of the Lady in the harbor. Happy Fourth!
@wrtv
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New: Trooper Aaron Smith’s father tells me that his son who also served in the Guard was advanced in rank. Garry Smith says that Sgt. Aaron Smith was entombed as a staff sergeant in the Army National Guard.
@wrtv
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Emceeing a show choir
@Franklin_CommHS
. This is early but these are talented kids. It’s like being at an never ending Broadway Show. Whiteland Expressions is performing.
#fcshowfest
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Steering in the Right Direction.
Whiteland High School FFA club led a mini-animal parade to cheer up residents of a senior living facility. Many haven’t seen family in almost a year. This was part of
@NationalFFA
Week.
@wrtv
@WHITELANDFFA
@CPCSC_Supt
@Lauren_Casey
@MeganShinn
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Good Morning from the pride of the East side. All the best to the Warren Central High School marching band as they head to Tampa to compete. This a talented group
@wrtv
@MSDWarrenSupt
@msdwarren
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So much beauty to encounter when you walk around Indy
@VisitIndy
I’m a New Yorker who didn’t visit the Statue of Liberty until I got married. Don’t wait to appreciate what you have around you especially when it’s right there to enjoy.
@rtv6
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