Indianapolis institutes curfew from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m., some interstate ramps to close
Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett announced he will sign an executive order instituting a county-wide curfew and red travel warnings.
Month: May 2020
3 shot, 1 killed during late unrest in Indianapolis, police say
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Authorities said three people in Indianapolis were shot Saturday night, including one fatally, during what they described as peaceful daytime protests over the death of George Floyd giving way to unrest and destruction later.
EDITORIAL: Endorsing clear-cut choices for 2020 primary
COVID-19 may have altered our ability to incorporate those normal practices, but there are a few offices for which we feel there is no doubt regarding the leading candidates for your consideration.
Indianapolis riots: Protester, police at odds over what started the violence
Indianapolis has hosted two large, peaceful demonstrations and two rounds of destructive riots. Opposing views describe Saturday’s flashpoint.
Porter County reopens buildings to the public beginning Monday
The Porter County buildings reopen Monday, including the Porter County Administration Center, Valparaiso Courthouse and both buildings at the North County Government Complex in Portage.
Work on former Crown Point Antique Mall progressing; slight changes coming to building
Owner Randy Sekerez said he’s hoping for renovations to be complete by this summer.
Indianapolis riots: What we know about Saturday night’s protests
Saturday protests that evolved into overnight riots ended with arson, arrests and fatal gunfire.
Police task force targets thefts
St. John Police Chief Steve Flores said following an influx of car thefts and burglary from motor vehicles, St. John police began a task force with Schererville and Dyer police departments.
Bishop Noll parents craft graduation for students robbed of traditional ceremony
Bishop Noll parents transformed their patio into a ceremonial stage to give their son and his friends a real graduation experience.
Futures File: Gasoline spurts higher
After bottoming in late March, gasoline futures have exploded higher, nearly tripling since the low.