Public Safety
CMS strengthens patient protections and accountability in organ donation system
INDIANAPOLIS – The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services issued new guidance on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, to strengthen public trust and ensure patients and…
Police log: March 13, 2026
Bedford Police Department Incidents- March 12 Incidents- March 11 Accidents- March 12 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests- March 12 Incidents- March 13 Incidents- March 12…
Indiana tornado count climbs; Flooding advisory continues
INDIANA — National Weather Service survey teams have confirmed that three tornadoes touched down in Northern Indiana during Tuesday’s severe weather event, bringing the state’s…
Teamwork and Watercraft: Daviess-Martin REMC restores power amid severe flooding
LOOGOOTEE — Linemen with the Daviess-Martin County REMC spent much of yesterday battling the elements to restore electricity after a powerful storm system swept through…
Police Log: March 12, 2026
Bedford Police Department Incidents – March 11 Incidents – March 10 Accidents – March 11 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests – March 11 Incidents –…
Senator Banks, Smith introduce legislations to help prevent youth suicide
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today,Senators Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and Tina Smith (D-Minn.) introduced the Raising Awareness for Youth Suicide Prevention (RAYS) Act, which would require middle and high schools…
Bartholomew County explores “Digital Hunting” K9 to fight crimes against children
BARTHOLOMEW CO. — Bartholomew County is moving closer to adding a unique new member to its law enforcement team: a dual-purpose police dog capable of…
Lawrence County Council to hold special meeting on jail staffing
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Council has scheduled a special meeting for Friday, March 13th, to address urgent personnel needs within the county’s correctional system….
Loogootee Fire Department receives $500 boost for safety education trailer
LOOGOOTEE — The Loogootee Fire Department (LFD) is one step closer to modernizing its most vital community outreach tool, thanks to a recent $500 donation…
Sparky the Fire Dog celebrates 75 Years of promoting fire safety
INDIANA — One of the most recognizable symbols of fire safety education is marking a major milestone this year. Sparky the Fire Dog, the longtime…











