Public Safety
Police Log: July 29, 2025
Bedford Police Department Incidents – July 28 Incidents – July 27 Accidents – July 28 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests – July 28 Incidents –…
Men’s shelter extends cooling center hours through Wednesday amidst extreme heat
BEDFORDÂ – As the region continues to grapple with extreme heat, the Men’s Shelter, located at 1414 H Street, in Bedford, has announced extended hours of…
New Indiana laws bolster support for first responders
INDIANA – Indiana’s police, firefighters, and first responders, who routinely confront stressful and dangerous situations in the line of duty, will benefit from new state…
Fentanyl test strips now legal in Indiana amid overdose crisis
INDIANA – Fentanyl test strips, previously considered drug paraphernalia, are now officially legal in Indiana, a move aimed at combating the state’s escalating overdose crisis….
Indiana State Police intensify “Move Over” enforcement campaign
INDIANA – The Indiana State Police (ISP) are stepping up efforts to enforce the state’s “Move Over Law,” targeting drivers who fail to yield to…
Indiana State Police implement new comment moderation policy
JASPER — The Indiana State Police (ISP) has activated a new comment moderation policy across all its social media platforms, including the Indiana State Police…
Indiana parents cautioned about sharing too much information in back-to-school photos
INDIANA – As the new school year approaches and parents prepare for the traditional “first day of school” photos, law enforcement agencies across the country,…
Bedford Police Department seeking new officers
BEDFORD — The Bedford Police Department is actively accepting applications for police officer positions, offering a starting salary of $66,258.14 and a sign-on bonus of…
Adam Kitson promoted to sergeant; Joins Fort Wayne District leadership
FORT WAYNE– Indiana State Police Superintendent Anthony Scott has announced the promotion of Detective Trooper Adam Kitson to the rank of Sergeant. Sgt. Kitson will…
Extreme heat persists through mid-week; Relief on the horizon
INDIANA – Residents of Bedford and the surrounding areas are urged to continue exercising extreme caution as a dangerous heatwave is expected to persist through…












