Public Safety
Indiana State Police announces promotion and reassignment of two from Sellersburg District
SELLERSBURG — The Indiana State Police is pleased to announce a promotion and a new specialty assignment within the Sellersburg District. Detective Rob Caudill has…
One injured, Emergency Shelter opened in Monroe County
MONROE COUNTY — Severe thunderstorms ripped through northwestern Monroe County on Wednesday evening, June 17, leaving behind a trail of heavy structural damage, downed power…
State Troopers respond to severe weather emergency across Owen and Monroe Counties
BLOOMINGTON — Troopers from the Indiana State Police Bloomington District spent Wednesday night responding to a severe weather emergency after intense thunderstorms, high winds, and…
Northwest Monroe County: Emergency crews conduct foot search, urge public to avoid area
MONROE COUNTY — A powerful storm swept through the northwest corner of Monroe County late Wednesday night, leaving a trail of severe property damage, blocked…
Police Log: June 18, 2026
Bedford Police Department Arrests – June 17 Incidents – June 17 Incidents – June 16 Accidents – June 17 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…
Preventing child drownings: How to plan for the unexpected
INDIANA – Child drowning is a silent death. Unlike what is often depicted in movies, there is rarely any splashing, waving, or screaming to alert…
INDOT updating Indiana State Rail Plan
INDIANA – INDOT is updating the Indiana State Rail Plan, which guides the state’s rail infrastructure investments and policies. The plan website includes an overview,…
Indiana State Trooper injured after being struck along US 41
KNOX COUNTY – On Tuesday, June 16, at approximately 6:13 p.m., Master Trooper Brett Pool was on US 41 near Decker when he and his…
Lawrence County Sheriff issues warning over sophisticated phone scam targeting inmate families
BEDFORD — Law enforcement officials are urging Lawrence County residents to remain vigilant after a sophisticated phone scam surfaced locally, with fraudsters using public arrest…
Survey finds most Americans don’t know how to escape a sinking car; Kids and Car Safety is calling for increased vigilance and public education
NATIONWIDE – A new national survey reveals that most Americans are dangerously unprepared to escape a vehicle sinking in water, a scenario that kills more than…
