Articles by Melissa Jacobs

Several Indiana State Police troopers assigned to the Lafayette District were recognized for their outstanding commitment to traffic safety during the Drive Sober 2025 Top Cop Awards, held April 27 at the Public Safety Center […]

BOONE COUNTY, IN — A Criminal Justice Career Fair will be held on Thursday, May 1, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Ern K. Hudson Justice Center, offering attendees a chance to […]

The person of interest has been identified.   The investigation remains active at this time.  The Kokomo Police Department would like to thank the public for the phone calls and valuable tips received. Police remind the […]

 The Indiana Fever are searching for a central Indiana artist to design and hand-paint a mural on the interior wall of the player parking garage at the new Indiana Fever Sports Performance Center, currently under […]

Attorney General Todd Rokita today launched IN Fuel Watch, a new public online portal that provides real-time gasoline prices at more than 4,600 Indiana gas stations around the entire state. The user-friendly website allows Hoosiers to search, filter and […]

LEBANON, Ind. – In May, Witham Health Services will host support groups and community education classes, as well as a sale in its retail shops and fundraisers led by its volunteer organization. Support Groups and Education […]

The Indiana State Fair and Corteva announce the 2026 Featured Farmers who will be honored during this year’s Indiana State Fair. The program continues to highlight the people behind Indiana agriculture and give fairgoers the […]

An Indianapolis man has died following a water rescue incident at Eagle Creek Reservoir earlier this week, according to authorities. Frederick Holmes, 41, of Indianapolis, was identified as the victim. Officials confirmed he died from […]

Celebrate the start of the outdoor recreation season with free admission to all Indiana State Parks properties on Sunday, May 3, the second day of Welcome Weekend. Find an Indiana State Parks property and see […]

The Kokomo Police Department is investigating an attempted child abduction that occurred Saturday morning outside an Aldi grocery store on South Reed Road. According to police, officers were dispatched on April 26, 2026, at approximately […]

Clinton Central High School has announced the cancellation of its scheduled softball game and track meet for Monday, April 27, 2026 due to weather. Students and parents are encouraged to monitor official school communications for […]

The National Weather Service has issued Severe Thunderstorm Watch for much of central and western Indiana, remaining in effect until 7:00 p.m. EDT this evening. Several counties in and around Clinton County, Boone County, and […]

Beginning Monday, April 27, crews closed a stretch of U.S. 421/S.R. 39 between Gibson Court and County Road 800 North to allow for a culvert replacement project. The work was originally scheduled to begin in […]

WILO 96.9 FM / 1570 AM along with Boone 102.7 are gearing up for a busy season of racing coverage and listener giveaways, combining live broadcast coverage with an expanded ticket promotion for fans. Summer […]

Visitors walking into Mrs. Mackey’s classroom at Rossville Elementary recently may have thought they had stepped into a time machine. For one unforgettable day, the classroom came alive with presidents, scientists, humanitarians, and influential leaders […]

The Frankfort Street Department is recognizing a major milestone as employee Jerry Leonard marks 25 years of dedicated service to the City of Frankfort. Throughout his tenure, Leonard has played a key role in daily […]

The Howard County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce the hiring of two new deputies, Micah Thomas #34-109 and Nick Begley #34-110. Both deputies will begin their careers by attending the 16-week Indiana Law Enforcement […]

As part of National Work Zone Awareness Week, transportation officials are urging drivers to stay alert and prioritize safety in and around construction zones. The campaign emphasizes the importance of responsible driving habits, especially as […]

Yesterday, the Indiana State Police hosted its annual Awards and Recognition Ceremony in Indianapolis, honoring troopers across the state for exceptional service, dedication, and achievements that often go unnoticed by the public. The event recognized […]

The Lafayette Farmers Market will return to downtown Lafayette on Saturday, May 2, launching its 2026 season with weekly Saturday markets from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. through October. The market will operate rain or […]

Indiana State Police Superintendent recently named Trooper William Gigerich, of the Indianapolis District, as the 2025 Trooper of the Year. Trooper Gigerich was recognized earlier this week at a statewide ISP awards ceremony. Each district […]

Delphi Community School Corporation will begin a series of facility improvement projects this summer aimed at enhancing safety, modernizing learning environments, and strengthening district operations. Funded through bonds, the projects will take place across multiple […]