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Mother To Spend 20 Years Behind Bars
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Latasha McMorris of Indianapolis was sentenced to 20 years in prison Tuesday morning in the death of her son.
Lafayette Man Accused Of Killing Friend Appears In Court
(LAFAYETTE) - A Lafayette man accused of murdering his childhood friend made his first court appearance Tuesday.
Anderson Man Pleads Guilty To Abducting Attorney
(ANDERSON) - An Anderson man faces up to 50 years in prison for abducting his attorney at knifepoint.
A Soldiers Life... Back At Home
(UNDATED) - After spending a tour in Afghanistan, Army Lieutenant Jeremy Jones is finding life back in Indiana a little bit of an adjustment.
Law Firm Offering Free Rides Home This New Years
(EVANSVILLE) - Planning on celebrating the arrival of 2009 tonight — perhaps with a little alcohol?
Maintenance Supervisor Stabbed By Prison Inmate
(PENDLETON) - Authorities say a prison maintenance supervisor was stabbed in the leg and lower body Monday morning by a convicted murderer.
Demonstrators Gather, Protest Gaza Strip Airstrikes
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Demonstrators gathered at monument circle in Downtown Indianapolis last night to protest Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip.
Prosecutor Injured After Gun Discharges
(LAPORTE) - A special prosecutor will review a shooting that left a Laporte County deputy prosecutor injured.
Appeals Court Clears Man of Burglary Conviction
(SOUTH BEND) - The Indiana Court of Appeals is overturning a man’s burglary conviction, ruling that even through his fingerprints were found on a window and in a home’s kitchen it was not enough evidence to support a conviction.
Famous Indy Trumpeter Passes
(SHERMAN OAKS, CALIFORNIA) - A famous jazz trumpeter from Indianapolis has died.
Police Investigate Woman's Death Following Home Burglary
(MONTICELLO) - Authorities are investigating the death of a White County woman that possibly occurred during a burglary inside her Lake Shafer home.
Mother Asks Judge To Maintain Church And School Separation
(HUNTINGTON) - A federal judge is being asked to maintain separation between church—and school.
ACLU Suing Hancock County Zoning Board
(GREENFIELD) - The American Civil Liberties Union is suing Hancock County for threatening to close a Greenfield group home.
National Guard Unit Set For Deployment
(BRAZIL) - Nearly 120 members of a National Guard unit based in western Indiana are preparing for deployment to Iraq.
Officer Deaths Down Nationally And Throughout State
(UNDATED) - The number of officers killed in the line of duty is down across the nation, and Indiana is no exception.
Firefighters Continue To Battle Corncob Blaze
(DELPHI) - Firefighters this morning continue to battle a fire involving a 17,000-ton mountain of corncobs near Delphi in Carroll County.
104 Gallons Of Paint Dumped Into Muscatatuck River
(BUTLERVILLE) - Leaky paint cans dumped near the Muscatatuck River in Eastern Jennings County created an environmental hazard that required a multi-agency cleanup lasting several hours.
Hammond Authorities Investigate Man's Murder
(HAMMOND) - Authorities in Hammond are investigating the city’s latest homicide.
Man Cleared Of Crime Now Accused Of Killing Girlfriend
(CROWN POINT) - A man who was cleared by DNA evidence in a rape case after serving several years in prison is now accused of murder.
Asian Bug Blamed For Downed Limbs This Winter
(UNDATED) - If you’re clearing your yard of a lot of fallen tree limbs in the wake of recent ice storms, you may have that tree devastating Asian bug to thank for your extra labor.
Power Restored To Fort Wayne Citizens
(FORT WAYNE) - Power has been restored to most of Fort Wayne following last week’s ice storm.
Indy Man Killed In Christmas Morning Shooting
(INDIANAPOLIS) - A Christmas morning shooting killed an Indianapolis man.
As Ice Develops, Emergency Room Visits Increase
(INDIANAPOLIS) - The icy grip of winter can mean serious injuries for some Hoosiers.
Homeless Shelter To Serve 300,000 Before Years End
(UNDATED) - The number of homeless people finding shelter this holiday season is skyrocketing in Indiana.
Police: Stay Away From Meth Lab Trash
(UNDATED) - State police are warning hunters and others to watch out for dangerous meth lab trash.
Holiday Themed Crimes Spread Across Evansville Area
(EVANSVILLE) - Evansville police are investigating a series of holiday-themed thefts.
Elkhart Man To Serve Jail Time For Failing To Testify
(GOSHEN) - An Elkhart man who failed to testify in a murder trial is now behind bars himself.
Teen Shot Outside Washington Square Mall
(INDIANAPOLIS) - A 15-year-old girl is in serious but stable condition after being shot outside Washington Square Mall.
Woman Bulgarized Grandparents Home, Police Say
(ANDERSON) - Anderson police say a woman spent Christmas Eve burglarizing her own grandparents.
Correctional Facility Guard May Sue Following Attack
(PENDLETON) - A Pendleton Correctional Facility guard beaten by an inmate says she may sue.
Puppy Or Cat For Christmas? Think Again
(INDIANAPOLIS) - It seems like every child wants a puppy or kitty for Christmas, but surprising your child or partner with a one under the tree might not be a good idea.
Freezing Rain Brings Traffic To Standstill
(UNDATED) - A driving nightmare brought Hoosier motorists to a standstill on roads this past Tuesday.
Lotto Jackpot Claimed, Winner Still Unknown
(UNDATED) - That $57.6 million dollar Powerball jackpot from last month has finally been claimed, but we still won’t know who the winner is.
IDEM Encourages Hoosiers To Conserve This Holiday Season
(UNDATED) - The Indiana Department of Environmental Management is encouraging Hoosiers to think recyclable with this year’s Christmas wrapping.
Fewer Expected To Travel This Holiday Season
(UNDATED) - Gas prices are lower than they were this time last year, but the recession is keeping people closer to home this holiday season.
Hoosier Troops To Celebrate Holiday Overseas
(UNDATED) - More than 1,100 Hoosier soldiers will be serving their country overseas this Christmas.
Communities Split $3.7M For Emergency Supplies
(UNDATED) - More than 35 Indiana communities will share nearly $3.7 million dollars in grants from the federal emergency management agency as part of its emergency food and shelter program.
Man Faces 80 Years For Arranging Murder Of Wife
(MUNCIE) - A Muncie man was sentenced to 80 years in prison Monday for arranging the murder of his estranged wife more than 15 years ago.
Hypothermia Prevention And Tips
(UNDATED) - As Indiana is in the grips of a major cold snap, hypothermia is a major concern.
Plumber Offers Freezing Pipe Prevention Tips
(INDIANAPOLIS) - The tragic situation at Martin University is a reminder that frozen pipes can caused problems in homes as well.
Mother Receives 2 Years In Prison For Abandoning Son At Wal-Mart
(FRANKFORT) - The mother who abandoned her three-year-old son at a Wal-Mart store in Frankfort has been sentenced to two years in prison.
Man Receives 5 Years For Burglary
(HAMMOND) - A Hammond man will spend five years in prison for burglarizing the home of a city police officer in April.
Crime Stoppers Looking For Tips... From Criminals Themselves
(PENDLETON) - The Indiana Department of Correction is teaming up with Crime Stoppers to pilot a project behind prison walls.
Man Falls Into Manure Lagoon, Police Continue Investigation
(BLUFFTON) - Indiana conservation officers are investigating the apparent drowning of a Bluffton man who fell into a manure lagoon.
Female Fugitive Arrested In Chicago
(CHICAGO) - Sarah Pender, the convicted murderer who escaped from the Rockville Correctional Center in August, has been arrested in Chicago.
Cold Pipes Burst, Claim Martin University Building
(INDIANAPOLIS) - There’s major damage this morning at Martin University in Indianapolis.
Power Outages Leave Hoosiers In The Dark, Cold
(UNDATED) - Cold weather is being blamed for power outages across Indiana.
Suspect Shot Dead By Employee During Robbery
(INDIANAPOLIS) - A man trying to rob an Indianapolis grocery store is dead this morning.
Gold Coin Dropped In Johnson County Red Kettle
(LEBANON) - Someone has dropped a South African coin in on of the Salvation Army’s red kettles in Johnson County.
Police: Pole Barn Built For Marijuana Growth
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Police found about 150 marijuana plants growing in a pole barn on the southeast side of Indianapolis.
Passenger Dies Following Mutli-Vehicle Accident
(TERRE HAUTE) - A passenger in an SUV involved in a multi-vehicle crash Tuesday on I-70 in Putnam County has died from her injuries.
Third Man Arrested In Arson Investigation
(ANDERSON) - Anderson police have arrested a third man in connection with a fire at Hoppies Refrigeration Service over the weekend.
Christian Life Center Serving Up Christmas Dinner For 1,700
(EVANSVILLE) - As many as 1,700 people are expected to receive a Christmas dinner on December 23rd at the Evansville Christian Life Center.
Crawford Teen Won't Serve Jail Time Following Deadly Accident
(LAFAYETTE) - A Crawfordsville teenager who admitted to causing a fatal two-vehicle crash will not spend time in prison.
Senior Citizens Offered New Property Tax Credit
(UNDATED) - Don’t miss out on this senior discount. Homeowners age 65 and up have until December 31st to sign up for a new state property tax credit.
"Christmas City" Helps Families Make Ends Meet
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Nearly a thousand Indianapolis families did their toy shopping at the State Fairgrounds Wednesday, at The Salvation Army’s annual “Christmas City.”
Fallen Hoosier Soliders To Receive Full Honors Regardless Of Rank
(UNDATED) - At the urging of Indiana’s senior senator and a Hoosier veteran, the funerals of enlisted personnel will include the same honors extended for officers.
TV Stations To Test DTV Systems Wednesday Night
(UNDATED) - Some Indiana broadcast TV stations will be testing their digital systems today.
Two Winning Lotto Tickets Sold At Same Store
(PLAINFIELD) - Two winning Hoosier Lottery tickets worth one million dollars each were sold within a couple days of each other at the same convenience store in Plainfield.
Slick Roads Cause 7 Deaths On Roadways
(UNDATED) - Seven people have died in two separate crashes on slick Indiana roadways caused by snow and freezing rain.
Weather Blamed As Plane Skids Off Runaway
(INDIANAPOLIS) - The weather is the likely culprit that caused a plane to slide off a runway at the Indianapolis International Airport overnight.
Online Safety Course Available To Off Road Operators
(UNDATED) - There’s a new online safety course for off road vehicle operators.
12 Honored At Governor's Awards For Tomorrow's Leaders
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Twelve Hoosiers who have made their mark on the state before reaching age 30 have been honored by the Indiana Humanities Council.
Landing Gear Fails On Flight, No Injuries Reported
(CHICAGO) - The left landing gear failed on a United Express flight from Chicago to South Bend, forcing the aircraft to turn back to O’Hare International Airport.
Man Shot Through Door, Police Continue Investigation
(LAWRENCE) - Lawrence police are investigating a homicide at the Salem Courthouse Apartments in Lawrence.
Teen Accused Of Killing Puppy, Will Face Judge Thursday
(VERNON) - A 16-year-old Jennings County boy accused of killing a puppy will appear before a judge Thursday in a hearing to determine if he will be waived to adult court.
Crews Continue Prep For RCA Dome Demolition
(INDIANAPOLIS) - The roof is already gone, but on Saturday, demolition crews will implode what remains of the seats at the RCA Dome.
Authorities Close Bridge Following Stress Damage
(BROOKSBURG) - Authorities in Southern Indiana are trying to determine who’s responsible for damage to a 55-foot iron truss bridge near the Ohio River.
Hypothermia Claims Woman In Wooded Area
(ST. JOSEPH, MICHIGAN) - An autopsy shows that hypothermia killed an Indiana woman whose body was found in a wooded lot in far southwestern Michigan a week after she was reported missing.
Giant Organic Milk Donation Made To Gleaner's Food Bank
(UNDATED) - From under the microscopes at Purdue, to the shelves of Gleaners Food Bank…the process is a bit more complicated then that, but that’s the lowdown on two semi loads of organic milk donated to Gleaners Food Bank from Favored of West Lafayette.
Anderson Business Burns To Ground
(ANDERSON) - Fire destroyed a 59-year-old Anderson business Sunday.
Do Not Fax Law Sparks 1,842 Complaints
(UNDATED) - Indiana Attorney General Steve Carter is suing Texas-based Envarion Corporation under the state’s do not fax law.
Semi Truck Filled With Paints Catches Fire On Toll Road
(MISHAWAKA) - State police say one eastbound lane of the toll road remains closed after a paint spill and truck fire between Mishawaka and Elkhart.
Get Ready For It... 2010 Census On Its Way
(UNDATED) - Believe it or not… it’s almost time for the 2010 US Census to get underway.
As Economy Falls, Domestic Violence Cases Rise
(UNDATED) - As the economy skids down, domestic violence cases are heading up.
Zionsville Oil And Gas Distribution Center Burns To Ground
(ZIONSVILLE) - A family-owned oil and gas distribution business burnt to the ground in Zionsville Sunday afternoon.
FFA Hosting Duties To Be Split Between Indy And Louisville
(INDIANAPOLIS) - There’s speculation Indianapolis will share National FFA Convention hosting duties with Louisville.
Sheriff's Department Investigating Fraudulent Check Scams
(LEBANON) - The Boone County sheriff’s department says it has recently investigated several attempts in recent weeks of fraudulent persons attempting to have local citizens cash bogus checks from U.S. companies and then mail a part of the proceeds to accounts outside of the country.
Could Hoosiers See Gas Prices Under a Buck?
(UNDATED) - Indiana gas prices keep falling, but will they ever hit a dollar a gallon again?
Brain Drain Solutions Different Among Generations
(UNDATED) - The brain drain problem, Hoosier graduates taking jobs in other states, has been an issue in Indiana for years.
20 Indicted On Drug Trafficking Charges
(TERRE HAUTE) - A federal grand jury has indicted twenty alleged methamphetamine traffickers, most of them from the Terre Haute area.
Gov. Daniels Takes Paycut Amongst Budget Cuts
(UNDATED) - The recession has wiped out three-quarters-of-a-billion dollars Indiana was counting on for the current budget, and Governor Daniels has announced a fresh round of spending cuts to close the gap.
Hoosier Gas Pumps Ringing At $1.68, Average Could Be $2.09 Next Year
(UNDATED) - Hoosiers are paying an average of $1.68 for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline according to the weekly AAA Gas Gauge Report.
Whooping Cough Cases On The Rise
(UNDATED) - The state is experiencing a rise in whooping cough.
Explosions Heard During Storage Building Blaze
(ANDERSON) - Anderson firefighters battled a fire at Community Storage Wednesday night.
Organizations Join Forces, Create Charity Dollar Pool
(UNDATED) - Five of Indiana’s biggest philanthropic organizations have joined forces to create a $3-million dollar pool to support smaller charities facing a surge in need.
Police Lower Criminal Charges Against Mother
(MUNCIE) - Muncie police are lowering the preliminary criminal charge against the mother of a diabetic second-grader who died the day after Thanksgiving.
Suspect Shot, Killed During Police Foot Chase
(EVANSVILLE) - Evansville police fatally shot a murder suspect.
Gov. Daniels Office Receives Suspicious Package
(STATEHOUSE) - A suspicious package received at Governor Daniels’ statehouse office Wednesday morning turns out to be a false alarm.
Semi Accident Spills Fuel, Cargo On Expressway
(LAKE STATION) - Police say a pair of jackknifed semis caused serious traffic problems on the Borman Expressway for nearly eight hours Tuesday, spilling fuel and cargo onto the freeway.
Man Pleads Guilty To Child Pornography Charges
(NEW PALESTINE) - A New Palestine man will spend 12.5 years in prison for distributing and possessing child pornography.
Suspect Shot During Police Chase
(EVANSVILLE) - A man suspected in the killing of a cab driver has been shot by Evansville police.
Indiana Guardsmen Continue The Journey Home
(UNDATED) - For weeks, wave after wave of Indiana National Guard soldiers have been returning home from serving in Iraq.
Give The Gift Of Bat This Holiday Season
(WEST LAFAYETTE) - How would you like to have a new species of bat named after you?
Teen Dies Following Vehicle Related Accident
(MONTICELLO) - Twin Lakes High School in Monticello is mourning the loss of another student.
Hoosiers Enjoying Lower Gas Prices
(UNDATED) - Indiana is among a few states enjoying low gasoline prices.
Don't Bring Glasses, Big Smiles To BMV Anymore
(UNDATED) - Your next BMV photo could end up looking more like a mugshot — but the BMV says it’s for good reason.
Norovirus Determined Origin Of Butler Campus Outbreak
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Laboratory testing results from the Indiana State Department of Health indicate a norovirus of undetermined origin likely caused an illness outbreak involving more than 200 Butler University students, faculty and staff.
Trooper Loses Control Of Vehicle On Icy Interstate
(LAFAYETTE) - An Indiana state trooper was injured, along with another woman, after the trooper lost control of her squad car on an icy highway.
Deadly House Fire Claims Two
(ELROD) - A house fire in the Southeastern Indiana town of Elrod claimed the lives of two people.
Despite Economy, Hoosiers Bringing Holiday Cheer Into Homes
(UNDATED) - The Indiana Christmas Tree Growers Association expects a happy holiday.
State Increases Funding For Weatherization Assistance
(UNDATED) - The number of households in Indiana receiving help in lowering their heating bills is expected to double over the next two years, thanks to an increase in funding for the state’s weatherization program.
Man Arrested On Human Trafficking Charges
(FREMONT) - Steuben County officers have arrested a man on human trafficking charges.
Family Member Being Deployed? Take The Day Off
(UNDATED) - Starting next month, families of troops called to active duty will be able to take time off work to deal with the resulting upheaval.
Hoosier Gas Average: $1.69 Per Gallon
(UNDATED) - Hoosiers are paying an average of $1.69 for a gallon for regular unleaded gasoline according to the weekly AAA Gas Gauge report.
Teen Arrested In Fatal Drunk Driving Accident
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Nineteen year old John Wilson has been arrested in connection with a crash yesterday morning on the west side of Indianapolis that left three people dead.
Teen Found Not Guilty Of Murdering Barber
(INDIANAPOLIS) - A jury has found an Indianapolis teen not guilty of murdering a barber.
Priest Accused Of Molesting Munster Boy
(CROWN POINT) - A lawsuit has been filed against a priest accused of molesting an 11-year-old Munster boy in 2004.
Hoosier Automotive Towns Holding Their Breath
(KOKOMO) - As the nation’s big 3 automakers go back to the federal table with their plan for solvency and hands out for a loan, Indiana automotive towns are watching their actions closely.
Hoosier Guard Members Sue Defense Contractor
(UNDATED) - A defense contractor holding a lucrative, no-bid contract in Iraq—is being sued in federal court in Indianapolis by 16 Indiana National Guard members.
Three Caught Dealing Drugs Outside VA Hospital
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Authorities are charging three people with possessing and dealing narcotic drugs in the parking lot of the Roudebush V.A. Medical Center.
Indy Residents Wonder, Could Mumbai Happen Here?
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Last week’s Mumbai, India terrorist attack has some people wondering what is stopping groups from carrying out similar attacks in Indianapolis.
Record Holiday Poultry Donation Made To Food Banks
(UNDATED) - Hoosier poultry farmers are donating 38 tons of chicken, turkey, duck and eggs to their local food banks, two tons more than last year’s record total.
Wife Accidentally Runs Over Husband In Driveway
(ALEXANDRIA) - A 79-year-old man is hospitalized after his wife accidentally ran him over in the driveway.
Shooting Leaves One Dead Outside Liquor Store
(INDIANAPOLIS) - A shootout outside a Northeast Indianapolis liquor store left one man dead and two others hospitalized.
Mother Fights For Domestic Violence Protection Law
(INDIANAPOLIS) - The mother of an Indianapolis woman lost to domestic violence is focusing all of her energy into helping women like her daughter.
INDOT Mobilizes Half Of Snow Plow Fleet For Monday's Winter Weather
(UNDATED) - The Indiana Department of Transportation sent about half its snowplow fleet onto the roads to fight the latest round of snow in Central Indiana.
BMV Branches Start Accepting Food Donations Today
(UNDATED) - For a second straight year, Indiana license branches are taking donations for the state’s food banks.
Evansville Salvation Army Finds Krugerrand In Kettle
(EVANSVILLE) - A gold coin worth about $800 dropped into a Salvation Army kettle in Evansville is giving the charity a boost in tough times.
Hoosier Soldier Shot, Killed Outside Anchorage Bar
(FORT RICHARDSON, AK) - The US Department of Defense says an Anderson soldier was shot to death outside an Anchorage bar early Sunday morning.
Indianapolis Ice President Found Dead In Home
(INDIANAPOLIS) - The president of an Indianapolis hockey team died over the weekend.
"A Christmas Story" Featured At Hoosier Welcome Center
(HAMMOND) - The Indiana Welcome Center in Hammond is featuring six animated displays depicting scenes from the holiday classic movie “A Christmas Story.”
Despite Economy, Salvation Army On Target This Season
(INDIANAPOLIS) - The Salvation Army of Greater Indianapolis says they are on target for reaching their goal at this stage of the campaign.
Doctor Summit Focuses On Cancer Research
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Emerging trends in cancer research, diagnosis and treatment are being discussed at the cancer-oncology summit in Indianapolis.
Five Deer Go Dashing To Their Deaths
(MARKLE) - A few drivers on I-69 on Friday saw a shocking sight.
Kentucky Man Arrested Following Interstate Incident
(COLUMBUS) - Authorities say a Kentucky man was arrested in Bartholomew County Saturday after he pulled out a gun on another motorist.
Powerball Winner Still At Large
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Last weekend someone won big in Indianapolis… but who?
Woman Dies Following Auto-Semi Collision
(CARMEL) - Police say an 18-year-old Muncie woman died early Sunday after the car in which she was riding collided with a semitrailer truck.
Fort Wayne Sewer A Work Of Art?
(FORT WAYNE) - A sewer excavation in Fort Wayne has revealed more than 16 miles of brick pipeline.
Monday Is World AIDS Day
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Monday, December 1st is World AIDS Day.
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