Public Safety
Indiana residents urged to stay alert as AI fuels rise in sophisticated scams
INDIANA – As the U.S. celebrates recovering nearly $15 billion in healthcare fraud, experts are sounding the alarm on the rapid evolution of organized scams,…
Orange County Community Foundation grants $7,000 for 911 dispatch system upgrade
PAOLI — On Monday, the Orange County Community Foundation presented a check for $7,000 to Orange County 911 Dispatch. The funds, provided through the Foundation’s…
Cooling Centers open across Indiana as extreme heat grips state
INDIANA – As Indiana anticipates several days of extreme summer temperatures, cooling centers are opening statewide to provide a safe and cool refuge for residents….
Bedford adopts single-stream recycling for easier collection
BEDFORD — Recycling in Bedford has become significantly simpler with the official adoption of single-stream recycling by the Bedford Street & Sanitation Department. Residents no…
First West Nile Virus case of 2025 confirmed in Indiana
INDIANA – Indiana has reported its first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) for the 2025 season in a resident of Vanderburgh County. The…
Heat dome brings dangerous conditions to Indiana this week
INDIANA – Indiana is bracing for a significant heatwave as a new ‘heat dome’ settles over the Midwest, trapping hot and humid air across the…
Police Log: July 22, 2025
Bedford Police Department Arrests – July 21 Incidents – July 21 Incidents – July 20 Accidents – July 2 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…
Check your vehicle for safety recalls – Unrepaired defects pose serious risk
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…
Tri-State area braces for extreme heat and humidity this week, thunderstorms possible
TRI-STATE AREA – Residents across the Tri-State area are advised to prepare for a week of intense heat and humidity, with the forecast indicating dangerously…
Police Log: July 21, 2025
Bedford Police Department Arrests – July 20 Incidents – July 20 Incidents – July 19 Accidents – July 20 Accidents – July 19 Lawrence County…











