Public Safety
Woman and dog found deceased near submerged car following severe flooding
YORKTOWN — A 58-year-old woman and her pet dog were found dead after floodwaters swept her vehicle off a roadway in Yorktown. Deputies with the…
14,000 candle fires every year: Here is what the CPSC says you must know
INDIANA — They sit on coffee tables, nightstands, and kitchen counters across millions of American homes, yet candles remain one of the most dangerous household…
DNA used to identify body recovered from Lake Monroe
MONROE COUNTY — Authorities have officially identified the individual recovered from Lake Monroe on July 30 as 45-year-old Robert Morrow of Bloomington, according to Monroe…
Pet Friendly Services encourages families to include pets in emergency preparedness plans
INDIANA — Recent emergencies are a reminder of how quickly families may need to leave their homes. Pet Friendly Services of Indiana is encouraging pet owners…
Police Log: August 17, 2026
Bedford Police Department Arrests – August 16 Incidents – August 16 Incidents – August 15 Accidents – August 16 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…
Temporary closure scheduled for section of Leatherwood Road
BEDFORD — A portion of Leatherwood Road will temporarily close to traffic to accommodate maintenance work, county officials announced. The closure will take place on…
Police Log: August 16, 2026
Bedford Police Department Arrests – August 16 Arrests – August 15 Incidents – August 15 Incidents – August 14 Accidents – August 15 Accidents –…
Governor Braun secures federal assistance, Provides update on statewide storm response
INDIANA — Governor Mike Braun provided an update on Indiana’s ongoing storm response from the State Emergency Operations Center Saturday, announcing that President Donald Trump intends…
Dangerous heat prompt Heat Advisory for area through Sunday night
INDIANA – A Heat Advisory is in effect across the region until 8:00 p.m. EDT Sunday as oppressive temperatures and high humidity combine to create…
Monroe County opens temporary Cooling Stations amid extreme heat
MONROE COUNTY — Extremely hot temperatures are posing a serious threat to public health and safety across the region, prompting local facilities to open as…
