Public Safety

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 — 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…

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…

INDIANA – Residents of Bedford and the surrounding areas are urged to continue exercising extreme caution as a dangerous heatwave is expected to persist through…

BEDFORD — Mayor Sam Craig has released a video reminder from the Bedford Street & Sanitation Department, urging residents to schedule pickups for any items…

Bedford Police Department Arrests – July 28 Arrests – July 27 Incidents – July 27 Accidents – July 27 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Incidents –…

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MITCHELL – The Mitchell Persimmon Festival Committee has issued a warning to the public about a scam involving the free 2025 festival guides. According to…

Bedford Police Department Arrests- July 25 Incidents- July 25 Incidents- July 24 Accidents- July 25 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests- July 25 Incidents- July 26…

BEDFORD — WBIW is warning about the dangers of leaving children unattended in vehicles, even on seemingly mild days, as internal car temperatures can quickly…