Public Safety
Federal data-sharing initiative sparks debate over privacy, oversight as Palantir takes lead
WASHINGTON — A sweeping data integration initiative launched by the Trump administration has drawn sharp criticism from privacy advocates and civil liberties groups, as Palantir…
Bloomington Police Department welcomes largest group of new officers in 35 years
BLOOMINGTON—The Bloomington Police Department (BPD) celebrated a significant milestone Monday, welcoming eleven newly sworn officers, the largest group sworn in at one time in at least 35…
FDA launches agency-wide AI tool to optimize performance for the American people
WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today launched Elsa, a generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool designed to help employees, from scientific…
May 16th Tornado Recovery Update in Monroe County with information on financial assistance
MONROE CO.– On May 16th, at approximately 7:30 p.m., the western and south-central parts of Monroe County were struck by an EF-2 tornado and high…
Nationwide vehicle safety recalls issued: Drivers urged to check for unrepaired defects
INDIANA— Your vehicle may be involved in a safety recall, which could create a safety risk for you or your passengers. If left unrepaired, the…
One dead, two first responders injured after incident in Bloomington Walmart parking lot
BLOOMINGTON – On Sunday, June 1, at approximately noon, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 call reporting an unresponsive person inside a…
Police Log: June 2, 2025
Bedford Police Department Arrests – June 1 Incidents – June 1 Incidents – May 31 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Incidents – June 2 Incidents –…
SBA disaster assistance available for tornado victims in Greene and contiguous counties
GREENE CO. – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved a disaster declaration for Indiana (IN-21112), making federal assistance available to residents and businesses…
Monroe County Emergency Management provides tornado recovery update
INDIANA – On May 16th, at approximately 7:30 p.m., the western and the south-central parts of Monroe County were struck by an EF-2 tornado and…
Federal officials eye Camp Atterbury for immigrant detainee holding site
CAMP ATTERBURY – Federal officials are currently evaluating Camp Atterbury as a potential temporary holding site for immigrant detainees. Homeland Security has confirmed it is…
