LaPorte, IN – Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating an unintentional, self-inflicted gunshot wound that occurred at Kingsbury Fish & Wildlife Area this morning. At about 7:30 a.m., Indiana Conservation Officers were dispatched to Kingsbury FWA. Shortly before, LaPorte County Dispatch Center received a 911 call reporting a hunter had been …
Read More »Man Shot While Driving on I-465
Indianapolis, IN – Detectives from the Indiana State Police are actively investigating a shooting that occurred on I-465 Saturday evening. Troopers and paramedics were called to the area of I-465 southbound near I-74 on the city’s east side at 7:41 p.m. for reports of a person shot. When Trooper Ty Mays …
Read More »Grants available to support rural energy innovation
INDIANAPOLIS (Nov. 15, 2019) —The Indiana Office of Energy Development, in partnership with the Indiana State Department of Agriculture, announced today that matching grants are available to rural communities seeking to improve energy efficiency. “Energy infrastructure and planning are vital to our rural Hoosier communities,” said Governor Eric Holcomb. “Energy …
Read More »US 136 Closing Wednesday for Railroad Crossing Repairs just east of Brownsburg
HENDRICKS COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces U.S. 136 will close just east of Brownsburg at the intersection with C.R. 900 E. at 7 a.m. on Wednesday, November 20 for repairs to the CSX Railroad crossing. The roadway is scheduled to reopen by 5 p.m. on Wednesday …
Read More »AAA: More Than 55 Million Travelers Taking to the Roads and Skies this Thanksgiving
INDIANAPOLIS, IN – November 14, 2019 – More than 55 million travelers are making plans to kick off the holiday season with a trip of 50 miles or more away from home this Thanksgiving. This will be the second-highest Thanksgiving travel volume since AAA began tracking in 2000, trailing only …
Read More »Weekend Work: Construction Around Marion County
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Transportation is winding down the construction season. This weekend, contractors will be out in four different work zones in Marion County. INDOT wants to remind drivers to pay attention and slow down in work zones. Plan ahead and find alternate routes. Some work is weather …
Read More »IndyGo Prepares for the Winter Season with Travel Tips for Passengers
INDIANAPOLIS (November 14, 2019) – As the winter weather continues, IndyGo operations on the Red Line will prioritize the rider experience by giving door control to customers. During warmer temperatures, operators open all station-side doors for speedy boarding. To maintain comfortable temperatures inside the bus, doors will remain closed unless a passenger …
Read More »Superintendent McCormick Releases 2020 Legislative Priorities
INDIANAPOLIS – State Superintendent Dr. Jennifer McCormick today released her 2020 legislative priorities for the Indiana Department of Education. Student Learning, School Improvement, and Operational Effectiveness continue to be a central focus of Dr. McCormick and the Department, as evidenced in her 2020 legislative priorities. “Our 2020 legislative priorities build …
Read More »I-65 northbound will be down to one 11’ lane overnight early next week just north of State Road 28
CLINTON COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces one lane on I-65 northbound will be closed both Monday, November 18 and Tuesday, November 19 from 9 p.m. until 6 a.m. the next morning just north of State Road 28 (Exit 158). The contractor will be patching the deck …
Read More »Curtis Hill Announces Re-Election Campaign for Indiana Attorney General
Indianapolis, IN – Today, Attorney General Curtis Hill announced that he is running for re-election in 2020: “Over the last three years, I have worked to fulfill my pledge to Hoosiers: from cracking down on violent criminals to protecting the most vulnerable in our society. Standing for what’s right is harder than …
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