Camp Kesem at Indiana State University, a chapter part of a nationwide community driven by passionate college student leaders that supports children through and beyond their parent’s cancer, is pleased to announce plans for its spring fundraiser, Make the Magic. Make the Magic will be held on Saturday, March 7 …
Read More »Failure to Wear a Seatbelt Nets Felony Arrest
Vigo County – At approximately 6:00 p.m on March 27, 2019, Trooper Stump was patrolling in West Terre Haute when he stopped the driver of a Chevrolet pick-up truck for failing to wear a seat belt. The driver was identified as Billy E. Rowley, 51, of West Terre Haute. A …
Read More »IMPD Homicide detectives make an arrest for murder from September incident
Dewayne Harper INDIANAPOLIS – Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) Homicide detectives have arrested Dewayne Harper (25), for his alleged involvement in the shooting death of Isaac Beck (37) on 09/07/2018. Just after 9 p.m. on 09/07/2018, officers with the IMPD were dispatched to the 4300 blk of N Keystone Ave …
Read More »Million Meal Movement Helps Indiana State Police Feed Those in Need
Indianapolis, IN – After today Indiana State Troopers will be better equipped to provide assistance when dealing with people in need. Million Meal Movement provided more than 300 meal packets to the state police that contain enough nutrients to feed a family of four. The packets will be made available …
Read More »Trash Bash! Ushers in Spring Clean-up
The Indiana Department of Transportation today announced that the agency’s annual Trash Bash! will take place Friday, April 13 through Sunday, April 15. Trash Bash! brings INDOT crews together with volunteers to beautify the state’s roadside areas by cleaning trash and debris. On average, INDOT invests about $4.3 million and …
Read More »Rokita: Omnibus is The Washington Swamp at its Worst
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Todd Rokita issued this statement on the Omnibus package: “This is the Washington swamp at its worst,” said Congressman Todd Rokita. “Once again, leadership in Congress has failed President Trump and the American people by forcing us to vote on a $1.3 trillion bill that no …
Read More »IMPD SWAT Negotiators secure the release of hostage and the peaceful surrender of the suspect
INDIANAPOLIS – Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) SWAT Negotiators responded to hostage situation on the city’s west side and negotiate the release of the hostage and peaceful surrender of the suspect after a nearly four-hour standoff. Just after 4:45 p.m. on 06/21/2017, officers with the IMPD were dispatched to the …
Read More »Many Americans Say Gas Prices Already Too High Heading Into Summer Months
Indianapolis, IN (March 28, 2017) – A new AAA survey reveals that nearly a quarter of consumers believe gas prices are already too high, heading into the summer months. AAA projects the national average for a gallon of gasoline to increase 40 cents this summer, peaking near $2.70. To offset …
Read More »Indiana’s Landscape Restoration Project Shows Progress
Bedford, IN – (February 8, 2017) – In less than a year, the Hoosier Hills and Highlands Oak Community Restoration Partnership is reporting significant progress in their efforts to regenerate hardwoods and improve water quality efforts in the region. This three-year project is part of the National Joint Chief’s’ …
Read More »DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION WITHDRAWS PROPOSED K-12 RULE
Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, Rep. Todd Rokita and Rep. Virginia Foxx issued the following statement after the Department of Education withdrew its proposed “supplement, not supplant” regulation. Rep. Rokita is the Chairman of the Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education Subcommittee and Rep. Foxx is the Chairwoman of the Education …
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