Public Safety
Tragedy in Minutes: Health officials warn of rapidly rising heat inside parked cars
INDIANA – As summer temperatures fluctuate, public health and safety officials are issuing an urgent reminder to drivers: a parked vehicle can reach dangerous, life-threatening…
Monroe County opens Cooling Stations ahead of dangerously high temperatures
BLOOMINGTON — With extreme heat and high humidity forecast across Southern Indiana this week, officials in Monroe County have designated multiple public cooling stations to…
Lawrence County Sheriff issues road safety warning ahead of fall harvest
BEDFORD — As fall approaches across Southern Indiana, local agricultural operations will soon enter peak harvest season. That surge in field activity means motorists will…
National Weather Service issues multi-day heat advisory for Southwestern and Central Indiana
BEDFORD — High temperatures and stifling humidity are set to blanket portions of southwestern and central Indiana this week, prompting the National Weather Service (NWS)…
Indiana State Police K9 Leo to receive body armor donation
JASPER — Indiana State Police K9 Leo is set to receive a bulletproof and stab-protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from the non-profit organization…
Police Log: September 1, 2026
Bedford Police Department Arrests – August 31 Incidents – September 1 Incidents – August 31 Accidents – August 31 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…
Body of Columbia City man recovered from Big Cedar Lake in Whitley County
BIG CEDAR LAKE – Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating after the body of a Columbia City man was recovered Friday from Big Cedar Lake. At…
Webinar equips youth sports leaders with tools to respond in a cardiac emergency
INDIANA – Sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death for student-athletes nationwide, with nearly 75% of cases among young athletes occurring in basketball,…
Conservation officer host elevated hunting platform safety event
EDINBURGH – Conservation Officers will host an elevated hunting platform safety demonstration in Johnson County on September 12. Participants should meet at 1:00 p.m. at…
U.S. raises travel warnings for five middle eastern nations amid regional tensions
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of State has updated its travel warnings, elevating five Middle Eastern nations to Level 3: Reconsider Travel due to…
