Jury finds Casey Brown guilty in the murder of Kobe Stancombe

BEDFORD – A Lawrence County man has been found guilty on charges of murder, attempted murder, and criminal confinement stemming from a February 2024 shooting…

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Illinois man arrested after wrong-way pursuit on I-80

LAKE CO.- On November 15, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., Trooper Jace Haddon was patrolling along I-80 near the 1.4-mile marker when he observed a dark-colored…

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Indiana State Police investigate fatal motorcycle crash

FOUNTAIN CO. – Sunday afternoon, just before 3:45 p.m., Trooper Millburg was patrolling southbound on U.S. 41 near County Road 650 North. He observed a…

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The Lawrence County Council announces executive session on today on Nov. 18

BEDFORD – The Lawrence County Council will conduct an Executive Session today, on November 18, at the Lawrence County Courthouse, 916 15th Street, Suite 28, Bedford,…

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Lights, Camera, Jury Duty: Indiana premieres professional new juror orientation film

INDIANA – The Indiana Office of Judicial Administration (OJA) has launched a new, high-definition juror orientation video, replacing the 2003 version. The video aims to…

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Massive vehicle recall wave hits major automakers: Engine stall, airbag, and steering risks

INDIANA – The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced a significant round of safety recalls affecting a broad range of vehicles, from heavy-duty…

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Public input needed: INDOT opens comment period for major transportation plan changes

INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is seeking immediate public comments on a proposed amendment to its key planning and funding document, the…

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Obituary: David L. Fountain

December 18, 1935 – November 16, 2025 David L. Fountain, 89 of Bedford, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at Stonebridge Health Campus in…

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Stars start scrubbing during brief intrasquad scrimmage workout

By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – These public intrasquad workouts, in the “old” days, used to be known as “soap and towel” scrimmages. Because admission…

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Obituary: Joseph Walter Elliott

June 6, 1934 – November 12, 2025 Joseph Walter Elliott, 91, of Bedford, passed away at 4:58 a.m. on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, surrounded by…

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