Public Safety
Orleans sets ‘Trick or Treat’ hours; Marshal stresses safety
ORLEANS — The Town of Orleans has officially designated 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday, October 31st, for “Trick or Treat” activities this Halloween…
Police Log: October 16, 2025
Bedford Police Department Incidents – October 15 Incidents – October 14 Accidents – October 15 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests – October 15 Incidents –…
US measles cases soar to highest level in three decades amid falling vaccination rates
WASHINGTON — The United States is facing a mounting public health challenge as measles cases continue to surge, reaching the highest level recorded in over…
Urgent Recall: Over 62,000 cans of fruit contaminated with potential lead
INDIANA – More than 62,000 cans of sliced fruit have been recalled due to potential lead contamination, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)….
Police Log: October 15, 2025
Bedford Police Department Incidents – October 14 Incidents – October 13 Accidents – October 14 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests – October 14 11:45 p.m….
Avian Flu quarantines expand to five Indiana duck farms; Over 22,600 ducks affected
INDIANA — Four days after the initial detection of avian influenza, the Indiana State Board of Animal Health announced Monday night that it has quarantined…
Police Log: October 14, 2025
Bedford Police Department Incidents – October 13 Incidents – October 12 Accidents – October 13 Accidents – October 12 Bedford Police Department Incidents – October…
Teens risk life and felony charges in viral TikTok ‘Door Kick Challenge’
SOUTHERN INDIANA – Police departments across Southern Indiana are issuing urgent warnings to parents and students about a hazardous social media trend known as the…
Law Enforcement, Schools team up to combat bullying during prevention month
LAWRENCE CO. – October marks National Bullying Prevention Month, and local law enforcement and school officials are issuing a united call to action, emphasizing that…
Scottsburg EMS worker fights for life after rare reaction to common cold
SCOTTSBURG — A local first responder, Dillon Williams, 26, is in critical condition at Norton Audubon Hospital in Louisville, battling a rare and severe reaction…










