Moderate Wait Times At Indy Airport, New Deadly Opioid In Midwest, Colon Cancer Rates Increase In Young Adults, New Animal Abuse Law increases, Indy Area Population Grows

Long wait times are reported nationwide for passengers getting through airport security, but the Indianapolis International Airport says customers only face moderately increased wait times. A new deadly synthetic opioid named cychlorphine has been found in the Midwest. Colon cancer is becoming more common, especially for younger people. One-in-five colon cases will be diagnosed in people under 45. A new state law taking effect July 1st will increase penalties for animal abuse and neglect, remove partial liability for damages when a person removes a domestic animal from a motor vehicle and more. New U.S. Census estimates show Indianapolis and its suburbs continued driving Indiana’s population growth last year. The Indiana State Fair and Indianapolis Indians have announced a partnership for the 2026 Indiana State Fair. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Zach Bundy, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.