The first day of school is Wednesday as law enforcement issues bus and roadway safety reminders

BEDFORD — Summer break is officially coming to a close for thousands of students across Lawrence County. Both North Lawrence Community Schools (NLCS) and Mitchell…

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City of Bloomington releases 2027 Budget Proposal; Public review begins August 17

BLOOMINGTON – The Thomson Administration has submitted the City of Bloomington’s proposed 2027 budget to the Common Council, beginning a public review process that will…

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Amazon target opening by Christmas season for new Vincennes delivery station

VINCENNES — Construction is progressing on Amazon’s upcoming delivery station in Knox County, with company officials aiming to have the facility operational in time for…

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State campaign ‘Don’t Lie’ warns against buying firearms for illegal owners

INDIANA — A federal and local coalition is ramping up efforts across Indiana to combat violent crime by targeting straw purchasing—the practice of buying a…

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Night Ranger rolls into Lincoln Amphitheatre on Saturday, August 8

LINCOLN CITY – The Lincoln Amphitheatre will continue its 2026 Spencer County Community Foundation & Perry County Community Foundation Performance Series on Saturday, August 8,…

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Vestis Teamsters in Indianapolis win strike; Ratify contract

INDIANAPOLIS – A group of 30 route sales support and route sales representatives at Vestis in Indianapolis have ratified a strong new agreement, ending their…

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Blue Chip Casino workers in Indiana join Teamsters

MICHIGAN CITY – A group of 22 slot attendants and dual rates at Blue Chip Casino Hotel and Spa in Michigan City, Ind., have voted…

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Heltonville woman arrested on OWI charges after causing disturbance at local shelter

BEDFORD — A Heltonville woman was taken into custody late Saturday night after allegedly operating a vehicle under the influence of methamphetamine outside a local…

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1.5 million OCOOPA hand warmers recalled following 350 burn injuries and one death

INDIANA — Federal consumer safety officials announced a massive recall of approximately 1.5 million OCOOPA-branded rechargeable hand warmers after reports revealed the devices can overheat…

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Attorney General Todd Rokita calls on Congress to help states fight Medicaid welfare fraud

INDIANA – Attorney General Todd Rokita today called on Congress to pass the “STOP FRAUD in Medicaid Act” without delay. The provision would grant states…

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