Snapshot: Gov. Mike Braun signs bill to improve police data sharing
Gov. Mike Braun, front center, signs legislation authored by State Rep. Alaina Shonkwiler (R-Noblesville), front, second from right, into law May 28 to ensure law enforcement officers share critical data more efficiently. House Enrolled Act 1232 ensures that information such as data on stolen vehicles, firearms,...
Indiana Drivers – Here’s What to Do After Hitting an Animal
Let’s be honest, hitting an animal with your vehicle is one of those gut-wrenching moments that no one wants to deal with, but if you drive long enough, it’s likely going to happen. I’ve been driving for over 30 years and have had more than a few close encounters with critters. Luckily, none were major incidents –...
SNAP restrictions on soda and candy could lead to loss of business in Indiana
Grocers in Indiana are concerned that the new SNAP restrictions banning soda and candy could cause retailers to stop doing business in the state and buyers to cross state lines for the prohibited items, while also worrying about the definition of candy and soda in the state code.
Indiana’s House of Blue Lights Sparked Decades of Mystery, This is the Real Story
During the 1950s and 60s, an urban legend caused one homeowner to put a fence around his property when people were constantly showing up to see his house in person. Every place has its urban legends, and Indiana is no exception. Britannica describes urban legends as nothing more than local folklore.
Hoosiers Celebrate U.S. Army’s 250th Birthday
Hoosier National Guard soldiers, airmen, and civilians gathered at Camp Atterbury to celebrate the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday with speeches, music, and ceremonial cannon fire. Brig. Gen. Justin Mann highlighted the Army’s legacy and the responsibility to remain a strong force. The event included cutting a birthday...
Drowning Victim Saved by Good Samaritan
(Parke County, IN) - A nurse and Indiana Conservation Officers were in the right place at the right time to rescue a young drowning victim. This happened Tuesday afternoon at Raccoon State Recreation Area in Parke County, west of Indianapolis. According to reports from the Department of Natural Resources, a...
One person dead, 11 injured following shooting incident in Indiana
INDIANA — A mass shooting early Sunday morning in Elkhart left one person dead and at least 11 others injured, according to the Elkhart Police Department. Officers responded to the scene in the 300 block of West Garfield Avenue shortly after 1:10 a.m. Authorities confirmed that one of the injured victims was later...
Indianapolis mother arrested again for child neglect
An Indianapolis mother who avoided prison time for a 2019 child neglect case that resulted in her infant daughter’s death is back in jail, now accused of leaving her four young children home alone for weeks, with an 8-year-old acting as the primary caregiver. The case against Tenisha Echols,...
The scramble to save an Indy high schooler from deportation
Jaime Pasillas dreams of becoming a criminal defense lawyer. The 18-year-old joined the mock trial team at Arsenal Tech High School, practicing for future days in court. His mom would come to competitions after finishing her shift operating a forklift at a warehouse. She brought him to Indianapolis from Mexico when...
Indiana Grown: Enjoy a festival and grab fresh produce at the same time with...
L&K Produce, a family-run business in Indiana, has been operating for five generations and hosts several festivals throughout the summer and fall, offering fresh produce, meats, and other local products.