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Storm debris disposal options available locally for Orleans residents
ORLEANS- A large dumpster has been set up at the Town Garage area for residents to be able to bring storm-related debris (not limbs or…
Air handler fire forces evacuation at Monroe Hospital
BLOOMINGTON – A fire at Monroe Hospital prompted an evacuation of the emergency room this morning, March 18th, 2025. Firefighters responded to the scene shortly…
Traffic stop in Salem lands Bedford man in jail on drug and firearm charges
SALEM – Indiana State Police Troopers arrested a Bedford man on multiple charges Monday night after a traffic stop in Salem. Late Monday evening, Trooper Kyle…
Indiana Senate Committee advances bill increasing penalties for resisting law enforcement
INDIANA – The Indiana Senate Corrections and Criminal Law Committee has approved House Bill 1188, strengthening penalties for those who resist law enforcement. Sponsored by…
Indiana Senate Committee advances bill clarifying safe haven infant age and foster youth definitions
INDIANA – The Indiana Senate Family and Children Services Committee has unanimously passed House Bill 1099, which clarifies the age limit for safe haven infants…
Indiana House Committee advances bill streamlining warrant procedures
INDIANA—The Indiana House Courts and Criminal Code Committee has approved Senate Bill 159, a measure designed to modernize and clarify procedures for obtaining warrants. The…
Prescription drug misuse surges in universities and workplaces, experts warn
INDIANA – Prescription drug misuse is no longer confined to recreational settings but has infiltrated high-pressure environments like universities and corporate workplaces, experts warn. With…
Indiana House Committee advances bill requiring DNA samples at felony arrest
INDIANA – The Indiana House Courts and Criminal Code Committee has unanimously passed Senate Bill 120, which mandates DNA sample collection from individuals arrested for…
Celebrate Earth Day & Fair Trade Day with Bloomingfoods during 2025 EarthFest April 22-May 10
BLOOMINGTON – Join Bloomingfoods Tuesday, April 22, through Saturday, May 10, in celebrating Earth Day & Fair Trade Day and encourage everyone to make every…
Convicted rapist to serve additional time in separate rape case
BLOOMINGTON — Eric Manual Montgomery, already serving a 36-year sentence for the rape and related charges surrounding the death of an Indiana University student, has…
