Public Safety
11 sentenced in federal crackdown on illegal firearm possession in Southern Indiana
INDIANA — The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Indiana announced this week that 11 individuals were sentenced during January and February 2026…
Police Log: March 17, 2026
Bedford Police Department Incidents – March 16 Incidents – March 15 Accidents – March 16 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Incidents – March 17 Incidents –…
Indiana State Police Wolfpack Patrol results in multiple arrests
SOUTH BEND – Troopers from the Indiana State Police Bremen Post and Toll Road Post conducted a high visibility, focused Wolfpack Patrol in South Bend,…
Residents are being reminded not to tamper with temporary warning signs as flood-related injuries and fatalities continue
BEDFORD — With flooding continuing to impact parts of the region, local officials are reminding residents not to remove or tamper with high-water warning signs…
Body of missing Fortville man recovered from White River
SHOALS — Authorities have recovered the body of a missing 82-year-old man whose vehicle was swept into the East Fork White River during a week…
Indiana takes aim at youth use of phones and platforms; Now families and communities also need to follow through
INDIANA – In the most recent legislative session, Indiana lawmakers demonstrated a desire to take meaningful steps to address concerns about youth safety and well-being…
Search for missing Fortville man hindered by dangerous White River flooding
SHOALS — The search for 82-year-old James Petty of Fortville entered a critical and frustrating phase this weekend as historic flooding along the East Fork…
Lawrence County Council approves pay raise for jail officers; Hiring underway
BEDFORD — In an effort to bolster recruitment and retention within the local justice system, the Lawrence County Council voted unanimously on Friday, March 13th,…
Massive Recall Surge: NHTSA issues alerts for millions of vehicles across 13 manufacturers
INDIANA – The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has released a sweeping series of recall notices affecting a vast range of vehicles, from luxury…
Police Log: March 16, 2026
Bedford Police Department Arrests – March 15 Incidents – March 15 Incidents – March 14 Accidents – March 15 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…
