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Anthony Richardson, Indianapolis Colts quarterback, cleared to return after orbital fracture; awaits practice window opening, potential Monday Night Football debut against San Francisco 49ers.

Walk It Out America: A Holistic Wellness Program Transforming Lives in Indianapolis - This podcast episode explores the impactful wellness program, Walk It Out America, based in Indianapolis. Founded by Michael X. Banks, the program combines movement, nutrition education, and community support to help individuals manage long-term health issues. The program has significantly improved the lives of members like Faith McKinney, who lost over two hundred fifty pounds and completed mini-marathons, and Mary Maxie, who regained mobility and boosted her self-esteem. With over three hundred participants, Walk It Out America aims to expand nationwide, helping more people improve their health and well-being.

Philip Rivers, 44, makes impressive NFL comeback with Indianapolis Colts, completing 18 of 27 passes for 120 yards, 1 TD, and 1 INT against Seattle Seahawks. Despite loss, Rivers performance, including quick releases and line adjustments, showcases his continued prowess. Colts running game and Rivers intelligence keep them competitive. Looking ahead, Rivers and the Colts aim to improve on longer passes and secure wins in remaining games.

Seymour, Indiana man arrested following shooting incident; victims condition unknown; suspect charged with criminal recklessness; investigation ongoing, potential for additional charges and arrests.

Brookes Place, a local non-profit in Indianapolis, brings holiday cheer to grieving children. Their annual Holiday Store allows kids to pick free gifts, easing financial burden and creating joy. Community sponsors like Watermark make this event possible, with over four thousand Hoosiers served last year. This year, they aim to help more than five hundred children and families.

Central Indiana communities, including Boone and Hamilton counties, took proactive steps to prepare for extreme cold weather. They collaborated with local officials, community partners, and volunteers to ensure everyones safety. Boone County successfully found a warm place for a family in need, while Hamilton Countys NobleACT program proactively patrolled and connected individuals with warming shelters, social workers, and long-term support.

The Indianapolis Colts, led by Philip Rivers, put up a valiant fight against the Seattle Seahawks but lost 18-16. Despite the defeat, the team showed heart, with Jonathan Taylor and Ameer Abdullah standing out in the running game. However, the team faced another setback with offensive tackle Bernhard Raimanns injury, and the pass rush struggled to generate pressure. On a positive note, kicker Blake Grupe had a perfect performance, making all his kicks and potentially solving the teams kicking woes.

Federal forecasters predict a weak La Niña will influence Indianas winter weather, potentially bringing more rain and snow than usual. This is due to subsurface ocean temperatures in the Pacific Ocean being below average and unusual wind patterns. For Indianapolis, this could mean near or colder than normal temperatures and slightly more snowfall than average. La Niña is expected to continue through December, January, and February, transitioning into ENSO-neutral conditions afterwards.

Figure skating, a captivating blend of athletic power and artistic expression, will be a major highlight at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina. With five medal events - mens and womens singles, pairs, ice dance, and team competition - athletes perform impressive jumps and synchronized spins. Judging is based on technical elements and presentation, with the sports rich Olympic history dating back to the 1908 Summer Games. The U.S. Olympic figure skating team will be announced after the U.S. Figure Skating Championships in January 2023.