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On October 5, 2016, at 8:59 p.m., Southwest officers were dispatched to the Burger King located at 5199 W. Washington St on reports of shots being fired inside the business.   Dispatch put out a description of the suspects and stated that they were attempting to rob the restaurant. Responding officers …

BROWNSBURG – The Town of Brownsburg Development Services Department will start increased enforcement this week of ordinance violations specifically relating to the placement of temporary signs. Temporary signs are defined as A-frame, banner, self-standing or yard signs. Businesses may use temporary signs to advertise a sale or special event up …

INDIANAPOLIS – Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) officer who was dispatched on a hit and run investigation, locates suspect vehicle and discovers heroin, cocaine, and stolen handgun. Just before 9 p.m. on 09/26/2016, an officer with the IMPD was dispatched to the 1200 block of N Lasalle St on reports …

INDIANAPOLIS – Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) Aggravated Assault detectives arrested a suspected shooter Monday evening from an incident that occurred earlier in the day that left one man in serious condition. Just after 8 a.m. on 10/03/2016, officers were dispatched to apartments in the 8200 block of Harcourt Road …

The Indiana Department of Transportation, the Indiana State Police and the Indiana Department of Natural Resources remind drivers to stay alert as deer become more active in fall months on Indiana’s roadways. Nearly 50 percent of all vehicle crashes involving deer occur between October and December.  Deer are generally more …

INDIANAPOLIS (Oct. 3, 2016) – In just under two weeks, all consumers in Central Indiana’s 317 telephone area code will be required to use 10 digits to make local telephone calls, which means dialing “317-555-5555” instead of “555-5555.” Saturday, Oct. 15 will mark the end of a 7-month grace period …

Indianapolis – Governor Pence today commended the nine schools in Indiana that have received the 2016 National Blue Ribbon Schools designation from the United States Department of Education. “Every day, Indiana teachers pour their hearts and time into educating the next generation of Hoosiers, and their efforts constitute one of …

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Association of Cities and Towns (IACT) announced the Town of Avon has been named a 2016 IACT Community Achievement Award winner for its radio control race car track in the 10,000-30,000 population category. The Town will receive its award during the IACT Annual Awards Luncheon presented …

Indianapolis, IN – Oct. 3, 2016 – The arrival of Autumn often equates to increased precipitation throughout Indiana. As a result, AAA Hoosier Motor Club has the following safety tips for wet-weather driving… Six inches – As little as six inches of water can cause you to lose control of your car and …

INDIANAPOLIS (October 3, 2016) – On Sunday, October 9, minor timing adjustments and efficiencies will be implemented to improve time performance on routes 2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 10, 19, 24, 25, and 86. Due to these changes, peak weekday service has marginally increased. Bay assignments for routes at the …