Beairshelle Edmé, FOX59 News

Beairshelle Edmé

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Indianapolis, IN, United States

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Hoosier Tuskegee Airmen fly toward freedom & desegregation

INDIANAPOLIS – Protecting freedom isn’t always as black and white as we may think. Central Indiana historians found at least 14 local Hoosiers were part of an esteemed, all Black squadron: the Tuskegee Airmen. During World War II, President Franklin Roosevelt’s administration started the initiative to explore what an integrated military could look like. As […] → Read More

Crawfordsville church starts Kentucky relief effort

CRAWFORDSVILLE, Ind.– As Kentucky preps for a new severe weather threat mid-week, more Hoosiers are preparing to help the areas previously devastated by deadly flooding earlier this month. Crawfordsville’s Crossroads Community Church of the Nazarene and Montgomery County emergency responders will hold the final hours of a donation drive for the state on Tuesday. Hoosier […] → Read More

Thousands of Hoosiers at risk of job loss from automation

INDIANAPOLIS – In 1908, Americans stepped into Ford’s Model T and drove a stick shift; drivers now sit back as the car drives itself. Automation isn’t new, but as technology advances, it puts thousands at risk. “It’s very sad. You watch the equipment trickle out. You watch them tear things down, throw things away,” said […] → Read More

How Marion lynching influenced Billie Holiday’s ‘Strange Fruit’

*This report covers historic events and include graphic and sensitive photos and topics. Southern trees bear a strange fruit Blood on the leaves and blood at the root Black bodies swinging in the Southern breeze Strange fruit hanging from the poplar trees Billy Holiday’s Strange fruit It’s the opening lyrics to Billie Holiday’s generation-defying song, […] → Read More

No hearing for bill tackling Indiana pharmacy deserts

INDIANAPOLIS — A measure to study pharmacy deserts statewide with a task force of experts has failed to move forward in the Indiana General Assembly. A state senator from Gary, Indiana filed Senate Bill 319 after a FOX59 investigative report in 2020. We found that 60% of Indianapolis communities don’t have a neighborhood pharmacy, according […] → Read More

In 99% of IN jails, inmates are mostly awaiting trial. Questions raised about bail system

INDIANAPOLIS- At a marble hall in a golden shrine in Washington, D.C. lie tattered parchment papers. The ink on them dried 231 years ago, but today, Hoosiers debate those words. “Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed…” 8th amendement, u.s. constitution It’s part of the 8th amendment. Hope Ebler, of Indy, considers […] → Read More

Fun, new twists on Thanksgiving cocktails

Looking for the perfect cocktails to share with your family and friends? Check out these great drink options made with Hiatus Tequila! → Read More

Hoosiers priced out of Indy housing market

As the pandemic gripped the nation, many industries were affected, including the housing market. While many businesses saw dips, sellers on the housing market saw dramatic increases. → Read More

Local organization providing relief for Haiti earthquake recovery efforts

Hospitals across the region are running low on supplies, but foreign aid has started arriving. → Read More

Indy native, Pike Twp. track star heads to Olympics

INDIANAPOLIS– Once the air horn sounds, getting around one lap is straightforward. In a matter of seconds, runners leave it all on the track. When a foot sprints across the line– sometimes, something amazing happens! “Oh my gosh, I’m an Olympian!” exclaimed Lynna Irby, a 2020 USA Track & Field competitor. That title is still […] → Read More

Post Election Stress Disorder growing among Americans

INDIANAPOLIS — 2020 has been a year filled with many major events, among them the 2020 presidential election between Joe Biden and Donald Trump. But well before November, Americans experienced a near nuclear war with Iran; the death of NBA Hall-of-Famer Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna, and seven others, and an abdication from Royal Family […] → Read More

2 dead, 2 critically hurt after head-on collision on far east side

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — Two people are dead following a truck vs car crash on the far east side of Indianapolis early Saturday morning. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the crash that happened shortly after 12:45 a.m. near the intersection of Hogan Drive and East 21st Street. Investigators say it appears the accident was […] → Read More

Women breaking barriers in racing

SPEEDWAY, Ind. – This year’s Indianapolis 500 will be historic for many reasons, and one includes the women of racing. For the first time in nearly 20 years, no women will be among the 33 drivers competing over the 104th running of the race. Over the century, nearly 4,000 cars have lined up for the Indy 500, […] → Read More

Motorsports engineering degree helping graduates get on the fast track to joining racing industry

INDIANAPOLIS — To work in the pit of any racing team takes years of training. It also often requires an engineering degree. But for decades, no American university offered one in motorsports. Now one campus does and the industry’s hiring these grads fast! FOX59’s Beairshelle Edmé shows us why young people across the nation and the […] → Read More

IN Focus: Braun, Carson, Pence on police reform

INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana U.S. Senator Mike Braun is pushing to scale back some police protections known as qualified immunity, which was granted to law enforcement to defend them while acting in good faith. However, Sen. Braun said the immunity has been abused, and he wants to reform the doctrine, though he clarified late in the […] → Read More

Former Marion County inmates on COVID-19: It ‘spread like wildfire’

INDIANAPOLIS — Nearly 2 months ago, FOX59’s Beairshelle Edmé did an initial report about the spread of COVID-19 in jails. In it, Captain Mitchell Gore of the Marion County Sheriff’s Office said, “We are on the leading edge of a response to this pandemic in the correctional environment.” Since then, FOX59 has received dozens of […] → Read More

Indy Black organizers, leaders talk race & reform

In the last few weeks, thousands of people have marched across Indiana to make their voices heard against police brutality and racism. As protesters demand that change, they’ve also asked that Hoosiers listen. FOX59 invited several Black community organizers and leaders to talk so that can happen. The guests included: James Wilson, Founder of Circle Up […] → Read More

Indiana Black Caucus says they haven’t heard from Gov. Holcomb despite his emphasis on collaboration

INDIANAPOLIS — During Monday’s press conference, Governor Holcomb, when asked why Black Hoosiers should have faith in lawmakers and his policies, answered in part, “Our collective conscience has been awaken to the point where we need to all have a list. And I will have—I do actually have, but I want to add to it obviously.” […] → Read More

Kokomo native, Netflix filmmaker helps black businesses during COVID-19

A Kokomo native, who just earned success as a Netflix filmmaker, is partnering with a local businesswoman to keep cash coming in. It’s part of Renae Bluitt’s nationwide effort to help black women-owned businesses struggling through this pandemic. FOX59’s Beairshelle Edmé found out how the creator is uplifting a business community that may be overlooked. […] → Read More

Holcomb continues consulting with governors on reopening; state says mortgage assistance available

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Gov. Eric Holcomb said he was still looking at what it would take to reopen the state. His stay-at-home-order remains in effect until May 1. Holcomb has been in contact with other governors to discuss the coronavirus pandemic and what it means for Indiana and other states in the region. “Because we […] → Read More