Articles by Melissa Jacobs

KIRKLIN, Ind. — U.S. Highway 421 through the town of Kirklin has reopened to traffic following a temporary closure caused by storm damage.

KIRKLIN, Ind. — Motorists traveling through Clinton County are being advised to seek alternate routes after storm damage forced the closure of Highway 421 in the town of Kirklin.

The National Weather Service in Indianapolis has issued a Tornado Warning for portions of central Indiana, including parts of Boone, Clinton, Hamilton, and Tipton counties, until 10:30 p.m. EDT Thursday. At 9:51 p.m. EDT, meteorologists […]

The National Weather Service (NWS) in Indianapolis has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for portions of central, north-central, and west-central Indiana until 10:00 p.m. EDT Thursday, as a fast-moving line of powerful storms sweeps across […]

The National Weather Service (NWS) in Indianapolis has issued a Tornado Warning for portions of central and west-central Indiana, including parts of Boone, Clinton, Montgomery, and Tippecanoe counties, effective until 10:00 p.m. EDT Thursday. According […]

Residents across central Indiana can expect a mix of warm, breezy conditions and thunderstorms tonight, followed by a noticeable cooldown heading into the weekend. This Afternoon Conditions will be partly sunny with a high near […]

Motorcycle riders from across the region are invited to take part in the Abby & Libby Memorial Park Ride on Saturday, June 13, 2026, beginning at Abby & Libby Memorial Park in Delphi, Indiana, at […]

New data shows Indiana’s apprenticeship system is experiencing growth under Governor Mike Braun’s leadership, creating new pathways for Hoosiers to earn higher wages, gain valuable skills, and build stronger careers. Since taking office in 2025, […]

Learning came to life recently for 17 students enrolled in Rossville Consolidated School District’s Summer Child Care Program as they traveled to Fair Oaks Farms for a day filled with agriculture, exploration, and fun. The […]

The Indiana State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division (CVED) is responsible for enforcing both state and federal regulations on all commercial motor vehicles (CMV). Major tasks include conducting Safety Inspections, New Entrant Safety Audits, and […]

BOONE COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces single lane closures that will impact U.S. 421 in Boone County. Beginning on or after Monday, June 15, crews will close one lane at a […]

Residents across central Indiana should prepare for dangerous heat and the potential for strong thunderstorms through Thursday, according to the National Weather Service. A Hazardous Weather Outlook issued Wednesday afternoon warns that scattered showers and […]

The Enforcement Bureau of the Indiana State Police oversees the traffic enforcement efforts of the Troopers assigned to the 14 State Police Districts throughout Indiana.  Among their primary missions is helping to provide safe environments […]

VINCENNES, Ind. – Vincennes University is aggressively tackling the state’s early literacy challenges by continuing to align its resources with Indiana’s goal of having 95 percent of third-grade students reading proficiently by 2027. The VU […]

August 7-23, 2026 (Closed Mondays)       [Above images L to R: Trace Adkins, Happy Together Tour, Grand Funk Railroad, Josiah Queen, TUSK)   INDIANAPOLIS (June 10, 2026) – Today, the Indiana State Fair unveiled the second […]

Attorney General Todd Rokita is calling on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to put tighter controls on the abortion-inducing drug mifepristone, which presents a growing threat to the U.S. population via chemically tainted medical […]

GREEN BAY, Wis. – Packer Fastener, a leading fastener and industrial supply distributor, announces the official opening of its newest distribution center in Indianapolis, located at 625 S. Enterprise Blvd. in Lebanon, Ind. Spanning nearly 40,000 sq. […]

The City of Frankfort will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026, and is honored to announce the “Eyes of Freedom” tour is now part of the lineup of events. The traveling memorial will […]

The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) announced more than $57 million in grant funding to organizations across the state dedicated to supporting crime victims, strengthening community-based services, and improving outcomes for youth involved in the […]

The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for individuals interested in serving as a Merit Deputy, with applications due by 5 p.m. on June 26, 2026. According to the Sheriff’s Office, candidates should […]

Motors will roar and metal will fly when the Clinton County Fair Demolition Derby returns on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at the Clinton County Fairgrounds in Frankfort. Inspection for derby vehicles will begin at 12 […]