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Congressman Mark Messmer announces 2026 Re-Election Campaign
JASPER – U.S. Congressman Mark Messmer has officially announced his bid for re-election in Indiana’s 8th Congressional District. In a statement released today, Messmer confirmed…
Indiana judge facing disciplinary charges, possible suspension
WINCHESTER– The Indiana Commission on Judicial Qualifications has filed formal disciplinary charges against Randolph County Superior Court Judge Dale Arnett, alleging he failed to perform…
Hoosier START wins national award for innovative outreach
STATEHOUSE — Indiana’s deferred compensation retirement plan, Hoosier START, has been honored with the prestigious Leadership Award by the National Association of Government Defined Contribution…
All-way stop signs coming to Bloomington intersections
BLOOMINGTON – To improve safety and traffic flow ahead of Indiana University’s fall semester and football season, the City of Bloomington will install new all-way…
Bedford man facing strangulation and domestic battery charges after physical altercation
BEDFORD – A Bedford man is facing charges of domestic battery and strangulation following an alleged physical altercation with his ex-fiancée at their residence. An…
US Census Bureau: Young adults delaying traditional adulthood milestones
WASHINGTON — The traditional path to adulthood — marked by moving out, getting a job, getting married, and having children — has shifted dramatically over…
Fatal multi-vehicle crash shuts down I-65 southbound in Jasper County
JASPER COUNTY — A truck driver was killed in a multi-vehicle crash on I-65 southbound late Monday night, forcing a complete shutdown of the interstate…
Indiana football ranked 19th in Preseason Coaches’ Poll
BLOOMINGTON — The Indiana Hoosiers football team will start the season ranked No. 19 in the preseason coaches’ poll, following a historic 2024 season that…
FBI reports drop in violent crimes in 2024; Assaults on officers hit 10-year high
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Violent crime, including murder and robbery, saw a significant decrease across the U.S. in 2024, according to new data released by the…
Bloomington Parks and Recreation seeks artists for Annual Holiday Market
BLOOMINGTON – Parks and Recreation invites local and regional artists to submit an application for consideration for indoor and outdoor vending space at the annual Holiday Market, Nov. 29…












