INDIANAPOLIS – Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) Robbery Detectives identified a suspect for his alleged involvement in the November armed carjacking of a female. The suspect has been arrested in Asheville, NC on unrelated charges.On Monday, November 22nd, 2021 at 1013 hours, IMPD officers were dispatched to the Golden Living Center …
Read More »I-70 work in Hendricks County is wrapping up for this Season
HENDRICKS COUNTY, Ind.- The Indiana Department of Transportation announce I-70 eastbound lanes are scheduled to reopen Wednesday, December 8 overnight. During this time the State Road 267 on ramp to I-70 eastbound will open. This work is weather dependent.Once the traffic switch has occurred the contractor will remove the temporary …
Read More »Be Well Crisis Helpline provides mental health counseling to 25,000 callers
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration today announced that its Be Well Crisis Helpline has surpassed 25,000 calls, a milestone in its ongoing efforts to provide Hoosiers with free, confidential mental health counseling and resources. The support line is available through Indiana 211 and enables Indiana residents …
Read More »Gov. Holcomb Signs COVID-19 Executive Orders Extending the Public Health Emergency through December 31
INDIANAPOLIS – Today, Governor Eric J. Holcomb signed Executive Orders 21-31 and 21-32 to continue the public health emergency and the executive order for provisions that address the impact of COVID-19. Extending the executive orders allows key items to remain in place that protect Hoosiers. Gov. Holcomb has outlined three provisions that …
Read More »More than $330,000 available in winter energy bill assistance for Duke Energy Indiana customers
PLAINFIELD, Ind. – Duke Energy Indiana has dedicated more than $330,000 in financial assistance to customers who are struggling to pay their electric bills this winter. The funds come from Duke Energy contributions and customer and employee donations. “Winters can cause financial strain for some of our customers, and for …
Read More »Drug Investigation in Knox County Takes Methamphetamine and Other Drugs Off the Streets
Knox County – November 29, 2021, the Indiana State Police Drug Enforcement Section, and the Putnamville State Police Post A.C.E.S. (All Crimes Enforcement Section) arrested an Oaktown resident after conducting a drug investigation. ISP received information that Blaine Phipps, age 30, was dealing methamphetamine, narcotics, and marijuana in, and around, the …
Read More »Gov. Holcomb accepting applications for fellowship program
INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb announced today applications will be accepted through January 28, 2022, for the 2022–2023 Governor’s Fellowship. The Governor’s Fellowship is highly selective and provides a unique experience in Indiana state government by placing fellows in various state agencies on a rotating basis throughout the year. …
Read More »INDOT Reminds Public to Reinforce Mailboxes Before Winter Weather Arrives
INDIANA – The Indiana Department of Transportation is urging residents along state roads and U.S. highways to prepare their mailboxes prior to the start of winter weather. Snow and ice removal is INDOT’s top priority during winter months. While the agency’s yellow plow trucks generally travel slower than the posted speed …
Read More »Vermont Street to close Wednesday
MARION COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) announced today the full closure of Vermont Street between Davidson Street and Pine Street for overhead bridge demolition. The closure will begin Wednesday, December 1 and finish on or after Friday, December 10, weather permitting. Throughout the duration of this …
Read More »IMPD Officers Stabbed Leading to an Officer-Involved Shooting
Two officers with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) were stabbed and were involved in an officer-involved shooting on Wednesday, December 1, 2021, at approximately 1:15 am, at 1400 Fairfield Avenue.Shortly after 1:00 am, IMPD North District officers responded to a reported disturbance in the 1400 block of Fairfield Avenue.After …
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