John Tufts is a Trending Reporter at IndyStar. With a keen interest in pop culture, beverage production, and various aspects of science including astronomy and earth sciences, he captures the stories that resonate with audiences both online and offline. His work has been featured in numerous publications, including USA TODAY and The Herald-Times.
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On Aug. 1, a ceiling above tables of games at Gen Con sprung a leak. Shortly after, a tornado warning brought attendees to a halt.
By: Lucy Tobier, John Tufts
Did Gov. Mike Braun overstep his authority by issuing yet another gas tax extension Aug. 5 — this latest one because of Canadian wildfires and the
By: John Tufts, Lucy Tobier
Gov. Mike Braun issued a new gas tax extension, but critics argue he is using 'questionable' legal authority to do so.
By: Rachel Barber, John Tufts
It's a tough economy out there, but Indiana's unemployment rate has been faring better than the national average, a trend that could continue even after the U.S. lost 23,000 jobs in July
During a storm in Indianapolis at Gen Con 2026, rain leaked into the exhibit hall on Saturday, Aug. 1.
By: John Tufts
Parents picking up their kids Monday after the first day of school might want to pack an umbrella - the National Weather Service in Indianapolis predicts severe weather is in the forecast.
By: John Tufts
Severe storms with damaging winds and flash flooding are expected in central Indiana alongside dangerous heat.
By: John Tufts
Indiana officials named in fiery letter by adult website Pornhub calling age verification laws 'performative, ineffective, and unenforceable'
By: John Tufts, Aubrey Wright, Jen Guadarrama
Central Indiana is under a flood watch as forecasters warn of heavy rain and damaging winds through this evening.
By: John Tufts
A powerful derecho swept across Indiana on Tuesday, dumping more than seven inches of rain in some areas.
