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Straw Purchaser of Gun Used in Police Officer’s Death Sentenced
Indiana Woman Sentenced to 4 Years in Prison for Role In Death. Ashantae Corruthers, an Indianapolis woman, was the second person sentenced to federal prison for their role in procuring a firearm for a known felon by acting as a “straw purchaser” for a person who was legally prohibited from owning a firearm that would ultimately kill a police officer with the weapon. As we have previously covered, a straw purchaser of a firearm is someone who falsely certifies on a form used by the United States Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosive (“ATF”) that they are purchasing a firearm for themselves when in fact they plan on transferring or selling the firearm to someone else who would not pass the necessary background check because they are prohibited under law due to their criminal history, immigration status or otherwise. In the case at hand, Corruthers bought the gun at an Indianapolis firearm store in 2020 claiming it was for herself when in fact she had conspired with Regina Lewis to obtain the gun for Darion Lafayette, a felon, and then reported the gun as stolen. In 2021, Lafayette would fatally shoot Officer Christopher Oberheim in Champaign, Illinois when he and another officer, who was also wounded in the attack but survived, were responding to a report of domestic abuse. Regina Lewis, who was cousins with Lafayette, received an 8 ½ year sentence for her role in procuring the weapon which also left Lafayette fatally wounded.
2024 Ride Of Hope Speeds Off Through Howard & Carroll Counties Tomorrow, Aug. 24
The community has been invited to participate in the 2024 Ride of Hope speeding off tomorrow, Saturday, Aug. 24 with all motorcycles and Jeeps welcome to participate for the cause. The event, organized by Harley-Davidson of Kokomo, kicks off in Kokomo with registration at Harley-Davidson of Kokomo from 10 a.m....
Indiana to Lose Over 100 Security Officers
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A company that provides security services, risk management and support to government and corporate clients has sent notice to state of Indiana that it plans to move 123 jobs. Triple Canopy, which is a division of Constellis Group, employs a number of former Army Special Operations personnel, Green Berets, Rangers, SEALs, MARSOC […] The post Indiana to Lose Over 100 Security Officers appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Delphi Police Department Announces Downtown Parking Restrictions For Today, Aug. 23 Amidst Hearings & Bacon Festival Setup
The Delphi Police Department has released information regarding downtown parking in Delphi today, Friday, Aug. 23 as another hearing for the Richard Allen trial and Indiana Bacon Festival road closures will be in effect. The department stated that due to the hearing scheduled for today, Aug. 23 in the Richard...
Flying WILD Workshop Sparks Interests In Birds For Environmental Education On Sept. 9
The Zionsville Parks and Recreation team will host a free educational workshop on Sept. 9 for community members to experience the fascinating opportunities to incorporate birds within environmental education. The Flying WILD Workshop acts as a free educational workshop focused on learning more about the birds in environment education, and...
The Persistent Pursuit: Dussliere’s Unexpected Path to Paralympics Leadership
As a Purdue swimmer in the 1990s, Julie Dussliere never expected to work in sports after college. Once she finished her bachelor’s degree, Dussliere (BA Russian ’94) intended to complete a master’s program, and then it was on to law school. International diplomacy was in her future. And that’s what happened — just not the way she envisioned it at the time. “I had no indication or thought that I was going to work in the sport world when I graduated. That was not the plan,” Dussliere says. “But then I ended up taking a coaching job instead, and I’ve…
Southwest adds new nonstop flight to start just before spring break travel
Southwest will add a daily nonstop flight from Indianapolis to Nashville starting on March 6, 2025, the company announced Thursday. Airport executives praised the addition of the flight, saying it is a result of market demand seen by the Indianapolis economic community. “We’ve been pursuing this nonstop flight with Southwest for over...
Ironman National returns to Crawfordsville for Motocross Finale
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH)- The Pro Motocross Championship is the world’s most prestigious off-road motorcycle racing series. It features the fastest racers on the planet, with athletes from all over the world coming to the U.S. to compete at the sport’s highest level. The Ironman National will effectively double the population of the city of Crawfordsville for Saturday’s event […]
Prep roundup for Thursday, Aug. 22
On August 22, Eastern's girls golf team secured victory in a triangular meet against Kokomo and Taylor, finishing with a total score of 202. Teagan Bedwell emerged as the medalist, shooting 48 despite previous challenging matches. In boys tennis, Eastern swept Blackford 5-0, and Peru defeated Wabash led by Piercey Dyer's 38. Taylor's boys soccer team dominated North Miami 4-0, with standout performances from Eli O'Neal and a solid defensive effort. In girls soccer, Sheridan and Oak Hill delivered decisive wins, holding Northwestern and Kokomo scoreless.
Greenwood Christian Joins Indiana Crossroads Conference in 2025
Greenwood Christian Academy will join the Indiana Crossroads Conference (ICC) in July 2025, amid significant conference realignment in Johnson County. This new alignment includes seven small private schools, such as Cardinal Ritter and Covenant Christian. The move comes as Beech Grove, Monrovia, and others leave for the newly formed Hoosier Legends Conference. GCA's entry into the ICC places its football program in a competitive environment, especially with teams like Indy Lutheran, recent state champions. Athletic director Shon Cottle acknowledges the challenges ahead but sees the overall competitive field as beneficial for the program.
Hoosierland TV Game of the Week: Caroll vs Caston
The HoosierlandTV crew is headed to Flora for week one of the high school football season for a rematch of last year’s sectional semifinal tonight, Friday, Aug. 23 with a kickoff at 7 p.m. Sam Wort and Kyle Etherington will be on the call. Tune in early to catch...
Clinton County Genealogical Society Tours Recorder’s Office On Tuesday, Aug. 27
Community members have been invited to join Clinton County Recorder Elizabeth Keeney on Tuesday, Aug. 27 for a tour of the Recorder’s Office at the Clinton County Courthouse. Keeney is set to provide a tour to the Clinton County Genealogical Society on Aug. 27 beginning at 5:30 p.m. where...
Better Cancer Screening Bill Signed
Gov. Eric Holcomb ceremonially signs State Rep. Sharon Negele's (R-Attica) law improving breast cancer screening and prevention for Hoosier women Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024, at the Statehouse in Indianapolis. Bill co-authors State Reps. Brad Barrett (R-Richmond) (seated, left), and Cherrish Pryor (D-Indianapolis) (standing, fourth from left) joined Holcomb (seated, center), State Rep. Lori Goss-Reaves (R-Marion) (standing, fifth from right) and Negele (seated, right). Representatives from Dant Advocacy, Hoosier Breast Cancer Advocacy, Lilly, Indiana University of Medicine, Indiana Commission for Women and Catalyst were also present.
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