Public Safety
Bloomington sanitation clarifies bulk item pickup misunderstanding
BLOOMINGTON – Officials with the City of Bloomington, Indiana, Sanitation Department are clarifying recent confusion regarding bulk item pickup services. The department has received inquiries…
Indiana State Police ramping up patrols ahead of Memorial Day weekend
INDIANA – With Memorial Day marking the unofficial start of summer travel, the Indiana State Police is preparing to step up patrols to crack down…
Local law enforcement urge residents to secure vehicles amid warmer weather
LAWRENCE CO. – As temperatures rise, so does the incidence of theft. This week, the Bedford Police Department, the Mitchell Police Department, the Lawrence County…
Police Log: May 8, 2025
Bedford Police Department Incidents – May 7 Accidents – May 7 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests – May 8 Arrests – May 7 Incidents –…
Indiana State Capitol K9 Krieg is retiring
INDIANAPOLIS- Indiana State Capitol Police K9 Krieg is retiring. He has served the state of Indiana in multiple capacities for the past ten years as an…
Paoli Police update council on training & community outreach
PAOLI—The Paoli Town Council received updates from the police department regarding officer training and community engagement at its meeting on May 6, 2025.  Assistant…
Police Log: May 7, 2025
Bedford Police Department Incidents – May 6 Incidents – May 5 Accidents – May 6 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests – May 7 Arrests –…
Commissioners approve contract for Lawrence County Health Department to address suicide and overdose
BEDFORD – The Lawrence County Commissioners have entered into an independent contractor agreement with Shelby L. England. The agreement outlines the terms under which England…
Indiana State Police K9 Noble receives body armor donation
BLOOMINGTON – Indiana State Police, IN, K9 Noble has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested…
FDA warns against improper Neti Pot use, highlights infection risk
INDIANA – The popular practice of using neti pots and other nasal irrigation devices to relieve congestion from colds, allergies, and dry air comes with…
