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As Indiana seeks to resume lethal injections, 2 Evansville-area men sit on death row
EVANSVILLE – After a 15-year pause, Indiana plans to resume lethal injections – but there’s no word on when the eight convicted killers on death row, including two Southern Indiana men, may have their sentences carried out. Erin Murphy, a spokeswoman for Gov. Eric Holcomb, declined to tell the Courier & Press where the state will get the pentobarbital it plans to use to kill people, saying it’s confidential information under state law. And when asked if...
Tractor Supply ends DEI initiatives after customer backlash | 'It's time to expose Tractor Supply'
INDIANAPOLIS — Tractor Supply has had its diversity, equity, and inclusion and environmental, social and governance programs for a number of years — but now, the company's initiatives are changing after receiving backlash online. In a June 5 interview with the Associated Press, Tractor Supply President and CEO...
Terre Haute Brewing Company closes taproom, for now
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Locals with a hankering for a Crossroads Cream Ale or Wango Tango beer will have to get their fill through retail outlets for the time being. That’s because the Terre Haute Brewing Company has announced that their taproom has been closed, for now. In a post to their social media, […]
Mayor Sakbun announces 27 blighted properties to be demolished this July
FARMERSBURG, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— Mayor Sakbun came to the station today to discuss future plans for the city with our very own Dana Winklepleck. During the sit down, Mayor Sakbun was first asked about the initiative to get rid of the dilapidated buildings in our city and the plan to demolish them. The mayor stated that […]
Supreme Court won't review Illinois assault weapons ban, leaving it in place
Washington — The Supreme Court on Tuesday turned away a challenge to an Illinois law banning certain semi-automatic rifles and large-capacity magazines, leaving the measure intact.The court declined to review a decision from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit that preliminarily upheld Illinois' prohibition on assault-style weapons. The challenge to the ban has been before the justices twice before, though in an emergency posture, and they have declined to block the law while legal proceedings played out.Its rejection comes on the heels of the justices' decision not to consider the constitutionality of a similar law from Maryland,...
Indiana Fever Announce Major Starting Lineup Change Before Aces Clash
The Indiana Fever are rolling out a new starting lineup for Tuesday evening's marquee matchup against the reigning-champion Las Vegas Aces. Katie Lou Samuelson has replaced Kristy Wallace in the Fever's starting five, marking her sixth start of the 2024 WNBA season. Samuelson played the majority of ...
Police body cam video shows chaotic scene following gas station shooting
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - New body cam video acquired from Evansville Police shows the moments officers arrived to the ‘On The Fly’ gas station following a shooting there Sunday morning. Three people were shot at the gas station, including a teenage boy who police say was shot in...
Pacers taking chance on notable former No. 2 overall pick
A former No. 2 overall draft pick is joining Hali’s Heroes in Indiana. Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reported Tuesday that the Pacers are signing big man James Wiseman in free agency. Wiseman is getting a two-year deal from Indiana. The 23-year-old Wiseman was the No. 2 overall pick by the Golden State Warriors in the... The post Pacers taking chance on notable former No. 2 overall pick appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Zionsville Fire Department Welcomes Six New Firefighters; Mayor Stehr Provides Financial Update
The Zionsville Fire Department officially welcomed six new firefighters to the team after a swearing-in ceremony led by Mayor John Stehr, and a mayoral update revealed that a complete mid-year financial report for the town will be available for community members to view in mid-July. During the July 1 Zionsville...
Indy woman charged with reckless homicide after driving twice the speed limit leading to deadly crash
INDIANAPOLIS — An Indianapolis woman is in jail accused of reckless homicide following a deadly crash on the city’s northeast side earlier this year. Driving 84 miles per hour, police say the woman behind the wheel of a red Ford slammed into the side of a gray Hyundai, flipping the victim’s car onto the passenger […]
Funeral arrangements made for 1-year-old hit and killed by driver in Warrick County
WARRICK COUNTY, Ind. (WEVV) — Funeral arrangements have been made for a young boy who passed away after being hit by a vehicle in Warrick County. According to the Warrick County Sheriff's Office, 1-year-old Judson Whelan of Gentryville died on Sunday evening after running in front of a vehicle.
Rev Up Your Weekend: Monster Truck Madness At The Vanderburgh 4H Center
Monster Truck action is set to make a thunderous return to the Vanderburgh County 4H Center this July, promising an exhilarating experience for families and motorsports enthusiasts alike. The annual 4H Monster Truck Summer Smash, known for its roaring engines, high-flying action, and car smashing spectacle, is one of the...
Westfield announces plans for a new fire station
Westfield, Ind. (WISH) — On Tuesday, the city of Westfield and Westfield Fire Department announced renderings for a new fire station on the city’s north side. Station 84 will be located at 191 St. and Chad Hittle Dr. The city says the station is needed due to an increase of residential neighborhoods in the area. […]
Police department to stop selling used guns following CBS News investigation
Candace Leslie says she'll never get over her son Cameron Brown's shooting death. But Leslie says the fact Cameron's story got out and prompted change within her city's police department means his death at least made a difference. In fact, in response to a CBS News investigation, Indianapolis Police Chief Christopher Bailey issued an administrative order directing his staff to stop selling any department-issued guns. "It just restores to me a little hope that they are hearing our voices as far as the people that are being affected by the choices the police department is making," Leslie said. Choices that resulted in more...
$43M project to prime southeastern Lafayette for development
LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WLFI) — The southeastern outskirts of the city will soon be primed for development after a multi-million dollar project. The city will pay Bowen Engineering more than $43 million to extend utilities to 4,000 undeveloped acres. "We all understand that housing is an issue, and lack of...
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