Dr. Richard Feldman: It’s time to raise state cigarette tax
In various state health-ranking reports, Indiana is consistently among the unhealthiest states on most any measure including chronic disease, overall health, and life expectancy. According to the American Lung Association, our state’s maternal smoking rate is well above the national average and our adult smoking rank...
Former Indiana teacher sentenced for forcing special needs student to eat his own vomit
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A former Indiana teacher has learned her punishment for forcing a special needs student to eat his own vomit. A judge sentenced Sara Seymour to probation after she pleaded guilty to neglect of a dependent as a misdemeanor charge. According to police, Seymour was a Life...
Swiss pharmaceuticals company Roche picks Indiana for new plant, announces $50B investment in US...
INDIANAPOLIS — Swiss pharmaceuticals powerhouse Roche announced Tuesday it plans to invest $50 billion in the United States over the next five years, creating 12,000 jobs. The Basel-based company, whose array of products includes cancer medicines and multiple sclerosis treatment Ocrevus, said the investment would go...
Police find missing Greenfield girl
GREENFIELD, Ind. — Police in Greenfield found a missing 15-year-old girl. The Greenfield Police Department confirmed Monday night that the girl was “safely located.” The teen had been reported as a missing runaway by multiple people on Monday, police said. The girl had been staying with a family friend in Greenfield...
Fishers restricts rental properties to 10% in each subdivision
The Fishers Council passed an ordinance limiting rentals to 10% in each subdivision, grandfathering in existing rentals, and reducing the demand for properties, which could face legal challenges and tax payer costs.
14 marching bands, 12 from Indiana, selected to perform in 500 Festival Parade
INDIANAPOLIS — The 500 Festival has announced the marching bands that were selected to participate in the AES 500 Festival Parade on May 24. In total, 14 marching bands were selected, with 12 of them representing Indiana. Here's the full list of participating bands:. 38th Infantry Division Band, Indianapolis,...
Chick-fil-A launches pineapple dragon fruit Sunjoy drink and new seasonal sandwiches
Chick-fil-A has introduced a new Pineapple Dragon Fruit Sunjoy drink as part of its spring promotion, available until June 7, along with seasonal sandwiches featuring Colby Jack cheese and bacon.
Indy mom charged with neglect after baby dies from fentanyl overdose
Marion County prosecutors have charged a mother with Neglect of a Dependent Resulting in Death after her 10-month old daughter died from a fentanyl overdose.
Man arrested for attempted murder after shooting would-be thief during car break-in
INDIANAPOLIS — An 18-year-old is in jail after he was accused of attempted murder. This comes after a shooting in Lawrence that critically wounded a 15-year-old during an attempted car break-in. Just before 3:30 a.m. on Sunday, Lawrence police were called to an apartment complex near 56th Street and I-465 by...
Roche to invest billions across the country, eyeing Indiana for new manufacturing facility
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Roche is committing $50 billion over the next five years for new research and development sites across the country, and the pharmaceutical company has their eyes on Indiana. Roche, a Swiss company, will develop a new manufacturing facility for continuous glucose monitoring in Indiana. Funds will...