WASHINGTON, DC – Senator Dan Coats (R-Ind.) today discussed opioid abuse in Indiana and across the country during a Senate Finance Committee hearing that examined ways to address drug abuse problems across the United States. “This clearly is a national crisis,” said Coats. “The federal government does not have a …

Indiana Statewide – In cooperation with the Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS), the Indiana State Police (ISP) is forwarding this Winter Weather Assessment prepared by the IDHS to all ISP Nixle subscribers. “As anyone who has lived in Indiana for any length of time will tell you, we can …

INDIANAPOLIS, IN (February 23, 2016) – The Indianapolis Foundation, an affiliate of Central Indiana Community Foundation (CICF) serving Marion County, today announced its 2016 board of directors and officers. The six member-board representing The Indianapolis Foundation will continue a 100-year-old legacy of awarding grants that address the greatest needs in Indianapolis …

Peru – This morning at approximately 7:35 a.m., a 911 call led to the arrest of a Michigan man who was allegedly operating a semi-tractor trailer with a blood alcohol concentration of .218. Today at approximately 7:35 a.m., Miami County Central Dispatch received a 911 call reporting that the driver …

Indianapolis – First Lady Karen Pence hosted the sixth reception for grant recipients of the Indiana First Lady’s Charitable Foundation at the Governor’s Residence on Tuesday, where she awarded $32,000 to 36 organizations and charities that serve Hoosier families and children across the state. “When Mike was elected Governor, I …

Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly announced that Indiana State Health Commissioner Dr. Jerome Adams will testify on Wednesday before the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging during a hearing entitled, “Opioid Use Among Seniors—Issues and Emerging Trends.”  Dr. Adams is speaking before the committee following an invitation from …

INDIANAPOLIS – Officers with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department nab an alleged burglary suspect after he flees from them. At approximately 9:!5 a.m., officers with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department were sent to the 900 blk of Lake Nora Court on a burglary in progress.  Officers were later provided with …

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Dan Coats (R-Ind.) today issued the following statement regarding President Obama’s plan to shut down the Guantanamo Bay prison and move Guantanamo detainees to the United States: “For years, the facility at Guantanamo Bay has been a valuable tool in our counterterrorism efforts. Moving Guantanamo …

DANVILLE, IN (February 23, 2016) – Visit Hendricks County has new materials available for 2016 that any visitor, local or even a couple planning a wedding would find valuable. The three publications – Visitor Guide, Bridal Services Guide and Rural Routes to Main Street Cultural Trail Guidebook – are just …

Miami County –   Two narcotic investigations by members of the CLEAN Team resulted in seven people being arrested on various drug related charges. An investigation by the CLEAN Team resulted in the arrests of Aaron Cardwell, 19, Destiny B. Hattabaugh, 20, Thomas Jones, 20, John R. Koontz, 29, and Thosha …