Indianapolis, IN – Detectives from the Indiana State Police are investigating a shooting that is believed to have occurred on I-65 in Indianapolis. This morning around 4:00 a.m., police were notified of a person arriving at an area hospital suffering from gunshot wounds. Preliminary investigation determined this incident likely occurred on …
Read More »Behning: Education continues to be a top priority
State lawmakers are again gathering at the Capitol for the 2021 legislative session in order to continue working on issues that matter most to Hoosiers. While this session is unique due to steps being taken to keep everyone healthy and safe, I remain committed to being your voice at the …
Read More »State Funding Available to Help Small Businesses with Growth & Improvement Projects
INDIANAPOLIS (Jan. 11, 2021) – The Indiana Small Business Development Center (SBDC) today announced applications are open for the Indiana Technical Assistance Program (INTAP) through Feb. 15, 2021. This statewide initiative connects small businesses with critical professional assistance to complete growth and improvement projects. “INTAP helps businesses grow and thrive, especially in underserved …
Read More »Governor Eric Holcomb Directs Flags to Be Flown at Half-Staff to Honor Slain Capital Police Officers and All Law Enforcement
INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb is directing flags in the State of Indiana to be flown at half-staff to honor United States Capitol Police Officers Brian Sicknick and Howard Liebengood, and all Capitol Police Officers and law enforcement. Flags should be flown at half-staff immediately until sunset on January …
Read More »Head-on Crash on I-70 Claims one Life
Indianapolis, IN – This morning, at approximately 1:00 a.m., emergency crews were called to the scene of a fiery crash on I-70 near Harding Street. Officers from the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department were first on scene and found a fully engulfed semi-tractor trailer off the road and a heavily damaged passenger …
Read More »Always assume you are on “thin ice”
With the recent temperature drops across the state, Indiana Conservation Officers are advising Hoosiers across the state of the potential hazards of being on frozen lakes, ponds, rivers, and streams. It’s also important to keep a watchful eye for other people who may venture out on neighborhood retention ponds, lakes …
Read More »2020: Businesses Plan Record Number of New Hoosier Jobs Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
INDIANAPOLIS (Jan. 7, 2021) – Today, Governor Eric J. Holcomb announced the end of a fourth consecutive, record-breaking year for economic development in Indiana, with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) securing 282 commitments from companies to locate or grow in the state. Together, these businesses plan to invest more than …
Read More »Indiana Department of Education Announces New Climate Change Education Framework in Partnership with Purdue
INDIANAPOLIS – In partnership with the Purdue Climate Change Research Center (PCCRC) and Purdue University College of Science, the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) today announced the state’s new Climate Change Education Framework. The Indiana Climate Change Education Framework offers easily accessible and scientifically curated instructional resources to educators interested …
Read More »State Police Investigating Theft of Handgun from ISP Vehicle in Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN – Detectives from the Indiana State Police are investigating a theft from an ISP vehicle. In the overnight hours of January 2 into January 3 an issued police handgun was taken from a marked state police vehicle parked in a private driveway. The theft occurred in the Pine Springs …
Read More »MPD Homicide Detectives Make Arrest in Homicide Investigation
INDIANAPOLIS – On Tuesday, December 29, 2020, the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) Homicide detectives identify and arrest a suspect allegedly involved in the death of 19-year-old Keon Dunlap. On Friday, December 18, 2020, just after 7:00 p.m., Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) officers were dispatched to a report of …
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