Public Safety
Bloomington Police Department earns prestigious CALEA Reaccreditation for third time
BLOOMINGTON — The Bloomington Police Department (BPD) has once again earned full Tier 1 accreditation status through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies,…
Gov. Braun proclaims Aug. 2-8 Emergency Management Agency Appreciation Week
INDIANA – Gov. Braun has proclaimed Aug. 2-8 as Emergency Management Agency Appreciation Week, recognizing the essential work of emergency managers who support Indiana communities year‑round. That dedication was…
Police: The left lane isn’t for cruising
INDIANA — As back-to-school traffic and late-summer road trips begin to crowd Indiana highways, police and state authorities are issuing a timely reminder to drivers:…
Latest Safety Recalls: Ford, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, and RV Makers Issue New Alerts
INDIANA — The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has published a new round of safety recall notices covering a wide range of passenger cars,…
Warning: Fake safety seals are sneaking fire and electrical hazards into American homes
INDIANA — That safety certification mark on the back of your newly purchased electronic device or kitchen appliance may not be real, and federal regulators…
Investigation ongoing after recovery of juvenile’s body at France ParkÂ
LOGANSPORT – Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating the death of a juvenile whose body was recovered yesterday evening from the swimming lake at France Park….
IU Health Emergency Medicine doctor shares what to do when a snake bites
BLOOMINGTON – 32 native snake species consider Indiana home. While it’s rare to be bitten by one of the four venomous snakes, IU Health South…
Authorities warn parents of dangerous late-night ‘Door Kick Challenge’ sweeping social media
INDIANA — Law enforcement officials are issuing an urgent plea to parents, warning them to talk to their children about a viral social media trend…
Check your nightlights: The fire, shock, and electrocution hazard in every kid’s room
INDIANA — Plugged into low-lying outlets across millions of children’s bedrooms nationwide, nightlights are designed to provide comfort after dark—yet federal safety officials warn that…
Body and vehicle recovered from Monroe Lake after multi-day search
MONROE COUNTY — Indiana Conservation Officers have recovered both a body and a submerged vehicle from Monroe Lake following an extensive, multi-day investigation near the…
