Public Safety
IUPD launches a high-visibility enforcement campaign to combat speeding and distracted driving
BLOOMINGTON – The Indiana University Police Department (IUPD) is ramping up traffic enforcement on and around the Bloomington campus, targeting two of the most dangerous…
Indiana launches an enforcement campaign to target distracted driving and speeding
INDIANA – The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) is partnering with Indiana State Police (ISP) and local law enforcement agencies across the state to increase…
Bartholomew County deputies equip handheld translators to bridge language gaps
COLUMBUS – In a move to modernize community policing and enhance public safety, the Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Office has announced the acquisition of five state-of-the-art…
Odon Town Council to host special meeting on proposed Tri-Township Fire District
ODON – The Odon Town Council has scheduled a special public meeting for Wednesday evening to deliberate on a significant restructuring of local emergency response:…
FBI joins investigation into Jackson County cyberattack
BROWNSTOWN – Federal and state authorities have launched an investigation following a cyberattack targeting the Jackson County computer network, officials announced Monday. The Jackson County…
Police Log: March 31, 2026
Bedford Police Department Incidents – March 30 Incidents – March 29 Accidents – March 30 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests – March 30 Incidents –…
Monroe County agencies team up for “CHIRP” traffic safety crackdown starting April 4
BLOOMINGTON – The Monroe County Traffic Safety Partnership (TSP) is partnering with the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) to increase patrols aimed at reducing speeding…
Indiana ranks 3rd most dangerous for kids’ smartphones as new school ban looms
INDIANA — As Indiana schools prepare to implement one of the nation’s strictest “bell-to-bell” cellphone bans this fall, a startling new study suggests that the…
Jackson County Sheriff’s Office rebuilding from “Ground Zero” after ransomware attack
BROWNSTOWN — The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department is facing a long road to recovery after a devastating ransomware attack paralyzed its entire digital infrastructure last…
“Look Before You Lock”: Indiana safety experts issue urgent hot car warning as temperatures climb
INDIANA — As a “summer-like” warm spell pushes temperatures upward across Indiana, safety advocates are issuing a critical reminder: it doesn’t have to feel like…
