Salem man kidnapped 2 campers, threatened to sexually assault them
Multiple agencies are investigating after a man, Gene Arnold McLenithan, allegedly kidnapped two people camping along a hiking trail in Tillamook County.
May 29, 2026Open source
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After father rescues daughter from fire, community rallies around displaced Winston-Salem family
A Winston-Salem father rescued his daughter from a burning home after she became trapped inside. Now, the community is helping the displaced family rebuild.
May 28, 2026Open source
Winston-Salem man linked to 5 business break-ins, gas station robbery finally arrested, police say
James Wesley Rawls, 53, was arrested on May 27 with assistance from the Winston-Salem Police Department's SWAT Team.
May 28, 2026Open source
Winston-Salem woman charged with involuntary manslaughter in crash that killed 2 people on US 311
Investigators say Crystal Robles, 32, lost control of her vehicle and crashed into another car disabled on the side of the road that had two people inside.
May 28, 2026Open source
Live in a 1700s house next door to the Salem Witch House
It’s been 80 years since 314 Essex St. in Salem was available as a residential property.
May 27, 2026Open source
Teen suspect turns himself in after shooting 17-year-old boy in Salem
Police found the 17 year old shot in the area of Courthouse Square on May, launching a multi-agency search; the suspect has turned himself in.
May 27, 2026Open source
How to Rent the ‘Hocus Pocus' House in Mass. (and Get an Exclusive Look Inside)
The Sanderson Sisters are inviting guests to book an Airbnb stay at a recreation of their spooky cottage in Danvers -- one town over from Salem -- for a nigh...
May 23, 2026Open source
Salem gym teacher accused of child exploitation pleads not guilty to grand jury indictment
A gym teacher in Salem, Massachusetts, arrested last month on allegations of child exploitation pleaded not guilty to a grand jury indictment Friday.
May 22, 2026Open source
DA to provide update on Catasauqua explosive device investigation An explosive device was thrown out of a m...
Jack Pletz, accused along with his father of causing an explosion outside a polling place in Catasauqua, has turned himself in to police.
May 21, 2026Open source
17-year-old boy shot in Salem; suspect at large
Multiple agencies are searching for the suspect that shot a teenage boy Wednesday evening.
May 21, 2026Open source
Salem High in Rockdale County evacuated after 'safety threat,' investigation ongoing; all students safe
The Rockdale County Sheriff's Office says it is investigating at Salem High after an unspecified safety threat.
May 18, 2026Open source
Sheriff's office: Salem High School evacuated amid safety threat investigation
Authorities are investigating a safety threat at Salem High School, which led to an evacuation Monday; students are safe
May 18, 2026Open source
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1 dead after crash on I-65 in downtown Indianapolis
The crash happened around 11 a.m. Sunday, May 17 along southbound I-65, near Washington Street.
May 17, 2026Open source
Sonia Citron scores 30 as Mystics top Fever 104-102 in OT despite Caitlin Clark's heroics
Sonia Citron scored 30 points, Kiki Iriafen had 25 points and 13 rebounds, and the Washington Mystics edged Indiana 104-102 after Caitlin Clark forced overti...
May 16, 2026Open source
Clark drops 32, but Fever fall to Mystics 104-102
Caitlin Clark forced overtime with a 3-pointer in the closing seconds of regulation, but Washington proved too much in the extra session Friday night.
May 16, 2026Open source
Hoosier politicians flock to White House for IU football championship celebration
A contingent of Hoosier Republicans traveled to Washington for a White House celebration recognizing Indiana University football’s national championship se...
May 12, 2026Open source
Senator Banks celebrates with IU National Champion Football Team at the White House
WASHINGTON, D.C. - On Monday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined the Indiana University football team at the White House to celebrate the Hoosiers’ hist ...
May 12, 2026Open source
Houchin visits Gauck Farms, POET Bioprocessing to highlight Farm Bill, push for year-round E-15
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Erin Houchin traveled across Indiana’s Ninth District this week to meet with local farmers and biofuel leaders, highli ...
May 8, 2026Open source
1 killed, 1 critical injured after near east Indy crash
The crash happened around 12:30 a.m. Friday, May 8, on East Washington Street, near South State Avenue, according to a police report.
May 8, 2026Open source
Patrick McAuley wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Indiana's 7th Congressional District
Patrick McAuley wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Indiana
May 6, 2026Open source
Trump's retribution? What to watch in Tuesday's elections in Indiana, Ohio and Michigan
President Donald Trump’s campaign to politically punish Republicans who stand in his way moves through Indiana on Tuesday night, when seven state senators...
May 5, 2026Open source
What to expect as Indiana voters head to the polls Tuesday for state primaries
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is waging a retribution campaign against some fellow Republicans in Tuesday’s primary in Indiana. Seven GOP st...
May 4, 2026Open source
Nebraska volleyball to play nine Big Ten home games
The Huskers will play Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Ohio State, Purdue, Rutgers, UCLA, USC and Wisconsin at the Devaney Center. NU's eight away matches will be...
May 4, 2026Open source
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Indiana's state primaries
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is waging a retribution campaign against some fellow Republicans in Tuesday’s primary in Indiana. Seven GOP s
May 4, 2026Open source
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President Trump woke up Wednesday with fresh bragging rights after helping knock out several Indiana Republican state senators who defied his push to redraw...
May 6, 2026Open source
Valkyries show that Caitlin Clark, booed by Ballhalla, still has ways to go to be all-time great
Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark doesn't get the star treatment when she plays the Valkyries in San Francisco
May 29, 2026Open source
Caitlin Clark raves about SF Giants ballpark, Ballhalla atmosphere, Steph Curry
SAN FRANCISCO – Caitlin Clark could not wait to leave Indiana Fever practice on Wednesday afternoon.
May 29, 2026Open source
Chicago man, 22, charged in connection with shooting of Indiana deputy inside ER
A man from Chicago is facing charges in connection with the shooting of an Indiana deputy inside a hospital emergency room on Friday.
May 23, 2026Open source
Indiana deputy shot at hospital undergoes successful 8 hour-surgery, remains critical
The Indiana deputy who was shot at a hospital on Friday underwent a successful surgery, but remains in critical condition, officials say.
May 23, 2026Open source
American Red Cross offers blood donors a chance to win Fever vs. Dream tickets
It's a critical time for maintaining central Indiana's blood supply, and donors can get chance to win a unique WNBA experience.
May 19, 2026Open source
Indiana doctor who survived Ebola in 2014 is now advocating for help in East Africa
An Indiana doctor who survived an Ebola outbreak more than a decade ago is now advocating for people to help with the current outbreak in Central and East Af...
May 19, 2026Open source
Silver Alert issued for missing 18-year-old woman from Evansville
ISP said 18-year-old Kaylin Carnahan was last seen in Evansville, Indiana on May 17, 2026 around 7:30 p.m.
May 18, 2026Open source
Southern Indiana couple arrested for dealing meth and child neglect
Police said a 30-year-old Tell City man was wanted on multiple felony warrants out of Hamilton County prior to his arrest.
May 16, 2026Open source
Springville man arrested in Bedford bar fight that left man unconscious
BEDFORD - A Springville man was arrested Thursday in connection with a April 22 bar fight in Bedford that allegedly left another man unconscious, according ...
May 15, 2026Open source
FREE health screenings highlight 2026 Senior Fair
BEDFORD — Free health screenings and wellness demonstrations have become a cornerstone of the WBIW Senior Fair presented by Vertical Home Health, offering...
May 15, 2026Open source
Bedford Altrusa celebrates 2026 scholarship winner at May meeting
BEDFORD — The Bedford Altrusa International club gathered on May 11 at the Southland Church of Christ for a session marked by community service milestones...
May 12, 2026Open source
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Provisional ballots in Fountain and Montgomery counties could decide Indiana's closest primary race.
May 12, 2026Open source
Preventing mold growth: Tips for homeowners facing spring rains
Homeowners in central Indiana and the Midwest should be aware of the potential for mold growth due to heavy spring rains and take steps to prevent it by keep...
May 8, 2026Open source
Rain chances return Friday afternoon, warm-up to follow | May 8, 2026
Rain chances return to central Indiana with a brief warm-up. Showers and thunderstorms possible, but no severe weather expected.
May 8, 2026Open source
Madison County being asked for data center moratorium
Organizations around the state of Indiana are asking local units of government to enact moratoriums on data centers.
May 7, 2026Open source
Rain chances increase on Friday, Saturday still looking good
Sunshine returns to Central Indiana today, followed by periods of rain and warmer temperatures heading into the weekend. Stay updated with the forecast.
May 7, 2026Open source
Governor extends suspension of gas tax; suspends gas excise tax
INDIANAPOLIS — Gov. Mike Braun extended the suspension of Indiana’s gas tax Wednesday to continue providing Hoosiers relief from high gas prices. Braun e...
May 6, 2026Open source
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Valkyries show that Caitlin Clark, booed by Ballhalla, still has ways to go to be all-time great
Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark doesn't get the star treatment when she plays the Valkyries in San Francisco
May 29, 2026Open source
WATCH: Firefighter wades into floodwater to rescue baby deer WLWT
A wild rescue was captured on video as a firefighter entered fast-moving water to rescue a baby deer in the state of Indiana.
May 29, 2026Open source
Caitlin Clark raves about SF Giants ballpark, Ballhalla atmosphere, Steph Curry
SAN FRANCISCO – Caitlin Clark could not wait to leave Indiana Fever practice on Wednesday afternoon.
May 29, 2026Open source
Indiana woman paralyzed after tree falls on car: 'Such a freak accident'
A LaPorte County woman is lucky to be alive after what her family describes as a freak accident that left her paralyzed from the waist down.
May 29, 2026Open source
Indiana lieutenant governor says he 'hates' Islam, deems it 'a demonic death cult'
Indiana Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith is facing criticism after comments he made about Islam during an online political program.
May 28, 2026Open source
An Indiana Tim Hortons remains closed following 75-year-old's death after fight with worker
An Indiana Tim Hortons location remains closed following a 75-year-old woman's death after a fight with a worker. Here's the latest on the case.
May 28, 2026Open source
North Texas Mean Green kicking off the college football season on national TV
North Texas opens at reigning champion Indiana on Sept. 5 at 11 a.m. CST on Big Noon Kickoff. UNLV visits for the Sept. 12 home opener.
May 28, 2026Open source
Indiana university to pay $225K settlement to woman fired over Charlie Kirk post
A former employee of Ball State University in Indiana will be awarded $225,000 to settle a lawsuit after she was fired last year over a social media post abo...
May 27, 2026Open source
WATCH | US soldier returns home from overseas to surprise sister at graduation
An Indiana graduate received the surprise of a lifetime over the weekend when her brother, a U.S. Army soldier, returned home to surprise her at her graduation.
May 27, 2026Open source
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