Public Safety
Lawn and garden tool safety: 230,000 injuries every year; Are you making these mistakes?
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yard work may seem like a routine weekend activity, but federal safety officials warn that operating outdoor power equipment carries significant risks….
4-year-old boy killed after storm-toppled tree crushes Jennings County home
NORTH VERNON — A 4-year-old boy was killed Tuesday afternoon after severe weather swept through southern Indiana, knocking a large tree onto a residence in…
Major river flooding forecasted across South-Central Indiana as heavy rains push waterways above flood stage
INDIANA — The National Weather Service (NWS) in Indianapolis has issued a Flood Warning for multiple rivers across south-central Indiana following heavy overnight rainfall that…
Red Cross urges donors to help reverse ongoing national blood crisis
INDIANA — The American Red Cross is continuing its urgent call for blood and platelet donors of all types as a nationwide blood crisis threatens…
Police Log: August 12, 2026
Bedford Police Department Arrests – August 11 Incidents – August 11 Incidents – August 10 Accidents – August 11 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…
Governor Braun to assess storm damage, Provide resources, Thank first responders
HAMMOND – Indiana Governor Mike Braun, Adjutant General of the Indiana National Guard Larry Muennich, Superintendent of State Police Anthony Scott, and Department of Homeland…
Indiana State Police K9 Rich to get donation of body armor
INDIANA – K9 Rich will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc….
Duke Energy urges Hoosiers to call 811 before digging
INDIANA – Today, Aug. 11, is National Safe Digging Day (also known as 811 Day), and Duke Energy is advising customers and excavators to call…
Indiana’s record tornado year offers reminder to stay prepared
SOUTHERN INDIANA — Severe weather can move into Southern Indiana quickly, and residents are being reminded to have a plan before the next round of…
Governor Braun urges Hoosiers to prepare for potential severe weather this weekÂ
INDIANA – Governor Mike Braun today encouraged Hoosiers to take simple steps to prepare their families and protect their property as parts of Indiana could see severe…
