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Sentencing of woman connected with Mexican drug cartel delayed
INDIANAPOLIS — A federal judge has pushed Allision Perdue’s sentencing after the Seymour woman who had ties to a Mexican drug cartel once run by notorious leader Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman has agreed to plead guilty to charges related to conspiracy to transport drugs from Mexico to Bartholomew County and elsewhere.
Don’t fall for the ‘can’t believe he’s gone’ scam
INDIANAPOLIS – Cyber security watchdogs are sending out another warning about a continuing scam on social media designed to trigger your sense of compassion, empathy and curiosity. It’s called the “Can’t Believe He’s Gone” scam, and the watchdogs at Trend Micro are seeing it most often on Facebook, usually posted from a compromised account belonging to one […]
Scattered t'storms Tuesday into Wednesday morning
Periods of rain and thunderstorms are expected Tuesday. Highs will hover around 70 degrees in the afternoon. Severe storms are not expected. Widespread rainfall and a large range in rainfall amounts are forecast tonight through Wednesday morning. Thunderstorms will enhance rainfall amounts in localized areas. Rain chances are highest Wednesday...
Indianapolis man gets 14 years for east side robbery, attack in Franklin
FRANKLIN, Ind. — An Indianapolis man was sentenced to 14 years in prison for robbing an 84-year-old man in Franklin in 2023. Michael J. Brown pleaded guilty in April to a charge of robbery resulting in bodily injury. In February 2023, Franklin Police Department officers responded to the Paris...
IMPD: 2 arrested after reported carjacking of rideshare driver
INDIANAPOLIS — Two people were arrested early Sunday morning after a reported carjacking involving a rideshare driver on the near north side of Indianapolis. According to a post on Facebook by the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, officers with the department’s north district responded to the 3200 block of N. California Street on a report of an armed carjacking at around 12 a.m. on Sunday.
Hensley Legal Group, Indy Humane to host 2nd annual Pawpalooza adoption event
INDIANAPOLIS — Indy Humane is teaming up with Hensley Legal Group to put on its second annual Pawpalooza this Saturday. The adoption event will be held from noon to 2 p.m. at 7920 Michigan Rd in Indianapolis. Complimentary donuts, coffee, chocolate milk and games will be available for attendees. Hensley Legal Group will cover adoption […]
Indianapolis 500 practice and qualifying schedule
INDIANAPOLIS – The Greatest Spectacle in Racing is just around the corner, and that means plenty of activity is planned this week at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Drivers are scheduled to hit the track for practice starting on Tuesday, May 14. Practice will continue daily through qualifying on Saturday and Sunday. Here’s a look at […]
$5 meal deal: Indianapolis restaurant celebrates its anniversary with one-day special
That’s when Taziki’s Mediterranean Café at Keystone Crossing has $5 grilled chicken gyro meals all day. The restaurant, 4025 E. 82nd St., Indianapolis, is celebrating its fifth anniversary. The meals come with chips and choice of a side; and the deal is available for online, in-app, dine-in...
3 mobile homes involved in fire in Lawrence
LAWRENCE, Ind. — Three mobile homes were involved in a fire in Lawrence on Sunday afternoon. According to the Lawrence Fire Department, one home was fully engulfed in flames. The other two were partially impacted by the fire. LFD reported that, when its crews arrived at the scene, they found two mobile homes that were […]
Warm while timing next round of showers and a few storms
Another great start this morning, under partly cloudy skies and comfortable temperatures, as lows hover in the 50s statewide. Expect a great, refreshing sunrise and dry roads for the morning rush hour. This afternoon will bring increasing clouds, warmth and continued dryness for the state. Winds will turn a touch...
Docs: Parke home invasion left victim with fractured skull
PARKE COUNTY, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Court documents filed in the Parke County case against an Indianapolis man are revealing more details about a home invasion that caused a resident to be flown to an Indianapolis hospital for treatment of his injuries. According to investigating deputies, the April 24 incident at a residence on County Road […]
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