The big winter weather challenge has now come and gone in the form of last week’s polar vortex. The Eastern railroads got ...

And if the polar vortex is to blame. First, a quick refresher on the polar vortex. The polar vortex is a region of very strong winds that form a circle around the North Pole. The vortex is located ...

If someone asked you, “Where can I go in the United States to escape the frigid air this January?” what would you say?

After eclipsing $1 million in donations statewide in 2024 through the 25th annual Polar Plunge event, Special Olympics Indiana is gearing up for the 26th year hoping to match that ...

Polar Plunge season is Jan. 31 through March 1 with 19 events across Indiana. More than 3,400 Plungers raised $1.16 million ...

You also notice the end of the forecast indicates the polar vortex may be making another swipe at Michigan in mid-February. At that time of year it can still be a very cold outbreak. However it ...

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The WFIU/WTIU News facilities are located on the campus of Indiana University, which does hold our broadcast license and contribute funding to our organization. However, our journalists and senior ...

"Be Bold, Get Cold:" Upcoming Fort Wayne Polar Plunge benefiting Special Olympics Indiana FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — Fort ...