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Trump Environmental Protection Agency moves to repeal finding that allows climate regulation

Posted by allinclusiveradiollc — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 23:03 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump's administration on Tuesday proposed revoking a scientific finding that has long been the central basis for U.S. action to regulate greenhouse gas emissions and fight climate change. The proposed Environmental Protection Agency rule would rescind a 2009 declaration that determined that carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases endanger public health and welfare. The "endangerment finding" is the legal underpinning of a host of climate regulations under the Clean Air Act for motor vehicles, power plants and other pollution sources that are heating the planet. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced the proposed rule change on a podcast ahead of an official announcement set for Tuesday in Indiana. Repealing the endangerment finding "will be the largest deregulatory action in the history of America," Zeldin said on the Ruthless podcast. "There are people who, in the name of climate change, are willing to bankrupt the country," Zeldin said. "They created this endangerment finding and then they are able to put all these regulations on vehicles, on airplanes, on stationary sources, to basically regulate out of existence, in many cases, a lot of segments of our economy. And it cost Americans a lot of money." The EPA proposal must go though a lengthy review process, including public comment, before it is finalized, likely next year. Environmental groups are likely to challenge the rule change in court. Zeldin called for a rewrite of the endangerment finding in March as part of a series of environmental rollbacks announced at the same time in what he said was "the greatest day of deregulation in American history.'' A total of 31 key environmental rules on topics from clean air to clean water and climate change would be rolled back or repealed under Zeldin's plan. He singled out the endangerment finding as "the Holy Grail of the climate change religion" and said he was thrilled to end it "as the EPA does its part to usher in the Golden Age of American success.'' Tailpipe emission limits also targeted The EPA also is expected to call for rescinding limits on tailpipe emissions that were designed to encourage automakers to build and sell more electric vehicles. The transportation sector is the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in the United States. Environmental groups said Zeldin's action denies reality as weather disasters exacerbated by climate change continue in the U.S. and around the world. "As Americans reel from deadly floods and heat waves, the Trump administration is trying to argue that the emissions turbocharging these disasters are not a threat,'' said Christy Goldfuss, executive director of the Natural Resources Defense Council. "It boggles the mind and endangers the nation's safety and welfare." Under Zeldin and Trump, "the EPA wants to shirk its responsibility to protect us from climate pollution, but science and the law say otherwise,'' she added. "If EPA finalizes this illegal and cynical approach, we will see them in court." Three former EPA leaders have also criticized Zeldin, saying his March announcement targeting the endangerment finding and other rules imperiled the lives of millions of Americans and abandoned the agency's dual mission to protect the environment and human health. "If there's an endangerment finding to be found anywhere, it should be found on this administration because what they're doing is so contrary to what the Environmental Protection Agency is about," Christine Todd Whitman, who led EPA under Republican President George W. Bush, said after Zeldin's plan was made public. The EPA proposal follows an executive order from Trump that directed the agency to submit a report "on the legality and continuing applicability" of the endangerment finding. Conservatives and some congressional Republicans hailed the initial plan, calling it a way to undo economically damaging rules to regulate greenhouse gases. But environmental groups, legal experts and Democrats said any attempt to repeal or roll back the endangerment finding would be an uphill task with slim chance of success. The finding came two years after a 2007 Supreme Court ruling holding that the EPA has authority to regulate greenhouse gases as air pollutants under the Clean Air Act. Passing court muster could be an issue David Doniger, a climate expert at the NRDC, accused Trump's Republican administration of using potential repeal of the endangerment finding as a "kill shot'' that would allow him to make all climate regulations invalid. If finalized, repeal of the endangerment finding would erase current limits on greenhouse gas pollution from cars, factories, power plants and other sources and could prevent future administrations from proposing rules to tackle climate change. "The Endangerment Finding is the legal foundation that underpins vital protections for millions of people from the severe threats of climate change, and the Clean Car and Truck Standards are among the most important and effective protections to address the largest U.S. source of climate-causing pollution,'' said Peter Zalzal, associate vice president of the Environmental Defense Fund. "Attacking these safeguards is manifestly inconsistent with EPA's responsibility to protect Americans' health and well-being,'' he said. "It is callous, dangerous and a breach of our government's responsibility to protect the American people from this devastating pollution." Conrad Schneider, a senior director at the Clean Air Task Force, said the Trump administration "is using pollution regulations as a scapegoat in its flawed approach to energy affordability" and reliability. He and other advocates "are dismayed that an administration that claims it cares about cleaner, healthier and safer air is seeking to dismantle the very protections that are required for those conditions," Schneider said. via: https://fox59.com/news/trump-environmental-protection-agency-moves-to-repeal-finding-that-allows-climate-regulation/

INDOT: Reported vehicle fire caused brief closure of I-70 eastbound

Posted by allinclusiveradiollc — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 20:41 GMT

Update (2:51 p.m.) INDOT officials said that all lanes are now open after a Tuesday afternoon vehicle fire on I-70 eastbound. Original Story INDIANAPOLIS -- A portion of I-70 in Marion County eastbound is closed because of a vehicle fire, according to the Indiana Department of Transportation. At around 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, INDOT officials reported that all the lanes of I-70 eastbound at the 85.2 mile marker are closed because of a reported vehicle fire. This is located near the Keystone/Rural Street exit on I-70 eastbound. INDOT did not provide a timeline of how long the highway will be closed. Officials with the Indiana State Polcie said that there were minor injuries sustained during this incident. This story will be updated as more information becomes available. via: https://fox59.com/indiana-news/indot-portion-of-i-70-eastbound-closed-because-of-reported-vehicle-fire/

IMPD officer shot on Indy's near northwest side, suspects in custody

Posted by allinclusiveradiollc — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 20:26 GMT

INDIANAPOLIS - Indy police say "all suspects are in custody" after a police officer was shot on the city's near northwest side. Indianapolis Metro police crews were called just after 2 p.m. to the intersection of N. White River Pkwy E. Drive and Sheffield Avenue for an investigation. Soon after, EMS crews were called to the intersection of 16th Street and Lafayette Road for a gunshot scene. "IMPD is actively investigating a shooting near 16th and Lafayette Road," the department said around 2:20 p.m. on social media. Multiple sources have confirmed to FOX59/CBS4 that an IMPD officer was shot twice, once in the leg and once in the buttocks. The officer's condition is not known. According to police, the area was not secure as of 2:20 p.m. Around 2:30 p.m., IMPD said that "all suspects are now believed to be in custody." via: https://fox59.com/news/indycrime/impd-active-shooting-investigation-underway-near-riverside-park/

New steakhouse to be built near Fishers Event Center

Posted by allinclusiveradiollc — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 18:18 GMT

FISHERS, Ind. -- Attendees of events at the Fishers Event Center will soon be able to have a meal at an upscale steakhouse before or after attending concerts or sporting events at the center. BW Development officially broke ground on the steakhouse on Tuesday. The restaurant, operated by Jeremiah Hamman, the owner of Prime 47 Carmel, is expected to be the anchor tenant within The Crossing at Fishers District.

BW Development Breaks Ground on New Project at Fishers District, Announces Upscale Steakhouse Steps from Fishers Event Center
Renderings for planned upscale steakhouse near the Fishers Event Center.
BW Development Breaks Ground on New Project at Fishers District, Announces Upscale Steakhouse Steps from Fishers Event Center

The Crossing at Fishers District will have more than 33,000 square feet of leasable space, offering entertainment options for attendees at the Fishers Event Center as well as visitors to Fishers. BW Development invested $30 million in the space. "Build BW's investment is a key milestone in Fishers' ongoing transformation," Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness said in a news release surrounding the announcement. "The restaurant and retail offerings coming to The Crossing will help shape the experience around the Fishers Event Center, creating year-round energy and amenities for our residents, visitors and event-goers." John Legend to perform at Fishers Event Center in November The release said that agreements with other tenets are "nearly complete" and more announcements are expected in the future. "This project really reflects what we're all about at BW. Thoughtful development, strong community partnerships, and creating spaces where people want to gather," Brad Battin, the president of BW Development, said in the release. "We're proud to continue building in Fishers and to contribute to a city that's growing with purpose. It's exciting to be part of a community that values smart development and long-term impact." via: https://fox59.com/indiana-news/new-steakhouse-to-be-built-near-fishers-event-center/

16-year-old Muncie minor charged for beating man, stealing car

Posted by allinclusiveradiollc — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 15:55 GMT

MUNCIE, Ind. - A Muncie teen was arrested after he allegedly beat up a man for his car and guns, according to court documents. The 16-year-old juvenile was charged with the following offenses: Armed Robbery with a Deadly Weapon, a Level 2 Felony Battery With a Deadly Weapon, a Level 5 Felony Theft of a Firearm, a Level 5 Felony Auto Theft, a Level 6 Felony Police: 15-year-old found with guns, drugs arrested Officers with the Muncie Police Department were dispatched on July 15 at approximately 3:37 p.m. to the 1000 block of Macedonia Avenue on a report of a stolen vehicle. Upon arrival to the scene, officers spoke with the victim who claimed that two males stole his firearm and his vehicle after attacking him. Police noted that the victim had a missing tooth, swelling and abrasions to his top lip, as well as a laceration on his forehead that required stitches. 4 juveniles, 3 adults charged for violence on July 4 weekend While the victim was at the hospital, officers found the vehicle abandoned behind the 900 block of N Blaine Street. When authorities searched the car they found his missing tooth. According to court documents, the man was giving the two children a ride when he told them that he would take the guns that the minors had in their possession. When they got out of the vehicle, the alleged partners-in-crime attacked the victim with the guns and stole his car. This is an active investigation. Information will be updated as it becomes available. via: https://fox59.com/news/indycrime/16-year-old-muncie-minor-charged-for-beating-man-stealing-car/

Heat Advisory continues; tracking late-week cooldown

Posted by allinclusiveradiollc — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 15:47 GMT

It has been another muggy morning with low temperatures in the lower to mid-70s across the state. The radar was dry, and rain was not an issue for the morning rush hour. However, there were areas of fog that formed the morning commute! The visibility dropped below a quarter mile in spots, including Lafayette, Kokomo and near Frankfort.

Central Indiana is expected to remain dry today, but it will turn steamy this afternoon with highs in the lower 90s. The humidity stays elevated with dew points in the mid-70s.

The hot and humid conditions may trigger a stray shower or storm this afternoon. The bigger story is how heat and humidity will make it feel like the lower 100s during peak heating. A Heat Advisory remains in effect through 8 p.m.

An approaching cold front will bring a chance for late-day spotty showers and storms on Wednesday. Ahead of the rain chance, highs will return to the lower 90s. Storm coverage rises Wednesday night and Thursday when the boundary slides over the state. Highs drop to the mid-80s Thursday afternoon and eventually into the upper 70s on Friday!

via: https://fox59.com/weather/heat-advisory-continues-today-tracking-late-week-cooldown/

IMPD: Arrest made in November 2021 homicide on east side

Posted by allinclusiveradiollc — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 15:04 GMT

INDIANAPOLIS -- A man who was already in federal custody has been arrested in relation to a November 2021 homicide, according to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department. Earlier this month, Anthony Porter was preliminarily charged with murder. This comes after 47-year-old Ail Smith Jr. was found dead in the trunk of a vehicle as officers were investigating a vehicle fire on the east side of Indianapolis on Nov. 9, 2021. Man found dead inside trunk of burning car on Indy's east side According to previous reports, the car was still running at the time while the passenger side of the car was on fire. Smith's cause of death was a gunshot wound to the head and the death was ruled a homicide. Since the incident, detectives have continued the investigation into Smith's death, including multiple searches and warrants. IMPD said in an update on Tuesday that detectives recently tracked down two individuals, one of whom was an alleged witness to the crime, who "provided crucial information." This new information led to Porter's arrest. When Porter was arrested, IMPD said he was in federal custody for an unrelated incident. According to previous reports, Porter pleaded guilty to a carjacking in February 2024. Indianapolis man sentenced to 11 years in federal prison for armed carjacking "Even after years have passed, our Unsolved Homicide Unit detectives remained committed to finding answers (for) the victim and his loved ones," IMPD Chief Chris Bailey said. "Their efforts and determination led to an arrest in this case, reinforcing that IMPD will not stop seeking justice for victims, no matter how long it takes." IMPD said that another man was arrested on preliminary charges of assisting a criminal in this case. The Marion County Prosecutor's Office will make the final charging decision in this homicide case. via: https://fox59.com/news/indycrime/impd-arrest-made-in-november-2021-homicide-on-east-side/

Watch out for this IRS email scam

Posted by allinclusiveradiollc — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 11:09 GMT

WXIN/WTTV - The consumer watchdogs at Scamicide are sending out a warning about a recent email phishing scheme involving scammers posing as the IRS. According to the warning, the email that's landing in inboxes across the country looks realistic and claims that you're eligible for a tax refund of $825.71. The oddly specific email even includes a PDF attachment that looks like IRS stationery and a link for you to click in order to start the process of receiving your refund. However, there's a major red flag with this scam: the IRS doesn't contact taxpayers by email, phone call or text message. The agency relies on traditional ground mail in order to communicate with taxpayers. If you need more proof of fraud, the sender's email address has nothing to do with the IRS. And the email never addresses you by name--it simply says "Dear Taxpayer." If you get this email, you should ignore it and report it to the Federal Trade Commission. You can do that on the FTC's website. via: https://fox59.com/news/watch-out-for-this-irs-email-scam/

EPA Administrator to visit Indianapolis to 'propose one of the largest deregulatory actions in US hi

Posted by allinclusiveradiollc — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 04:47 GMT

INDIANAPOLIS - The Administrator of the United States Environmental Protection Agency is slated to visit Indianapolis Tuesday. In a post on X, Lee Zeldin indicated that he and U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright will "propose one of the largest deregulatory actions in U.S. history" during their trip to Indianapolis. Neither Zeldin nor Wright reported exactly what action they plan to propose. Indiana Governor Mike Braun and other local leaders are also expected to participate in the event. According to a report from The Associated Press, Zeldin was confirmed by the U.S. Senate in January. At the time, President Donald Trump pledged to work with the EPA to cut down on climate rules. With Zeldin at the helm, the EPA has followed through on some of Trump's deregulatory promises. ln June, the EPA moved to repeal rules that limit the amount of greenhouse gas that can be emitted by power plants fueled by coal and natural gas, according to the AP. Another report from the AP indicates the EPA is planning to reconsider asbestos rules implemented by the administration of former President Joe Biden. This is a developing story. Check back for updates. via: https://fox59.com/news/epa-administrator-to-visit-indianapolis-to-propose-one-of-the-largest-deregulatory-actions-in-us-history/

Colts give tackle Bernhard Raimann 4-year, $100 million extension

Posted by allinclusiveradiollc — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 03:48 GMT

INDIANAPOLIS - Bernhard Raimann has vaulted from 2022 third-round draft pick to one of the NFL's highest-paid offensive tackles. The Indianapolis Colts have agreed to give Raimann, who's in the final year of his rookie deal, a four-year extension, according to a source with knowledge of the situation. Various reports on social media have Raimann's extension being worth a maximum of $100 million with $60 million guaranteed. This is a developing story. Check back for updates. You can follow Mike Chappell on Twitter at @mchappell51. via: https://fox59.com/news/colts-give-tackle-bernhard-raimann-4-year-100-million-extension/

Suspect in Bloomington attacks was released from jail 3 days prior

Posted by allinclusiveradiollc — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 01:03 GMT

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. - Bloomington police say a battery suspect who was released from jail last week has been arrested again for strangling and beating two different people on the same day. Michael D. Hartman, 28, was arrested Sunday night and charged with seven felonies after police found a man who was severely beaten along a local road. Court records show Hartman was released last Thursday from Monroe County Jail after being charged with misdemeanor battery. Beating in the roadway Bloomington police crews were called just before 10 p.m. Sunday to the intersection of S. Leonard Springs Road and W. Sims Lane on report of two people fighting in the roadway. Upon arrival, officers found a 37-year-old man covered in blood who was lying on the ground. Police said the injured man was next to a parked car that had "fresh damage" and a cracked windshield. The victim said he was driving his 2008 Chevy Trailblazer northbound on Leonard Springs when he saw a man, later identified as Hartman, walking in the road. The victim said he attempted to drive around Hartman but that Hartman jumped on the front of his car, denting the hood and cracking the windshield. The driver said he stopped and got out of his car to confront Hartman, who then allegedly walked up to the driver, shoved him and began punching him in the face. The victim said Hartman pulled him down onto the roadway and pinned him to the ground, repeatedly punching him in the face and attempting to strangle two different times. The victim said he saw his phone on the ground near him and tried to reach it, but Hartman grabbed it and ripped it from his hands before again hitting him in the face. Police said the assault continued until someone walked by and called 911. Injuries, arrest The victim was taken to the hospital and was diagnosed with broken bones in his face and severe swelling near his eyes, which required a medical procedure to reduce swelling. Officers said his face was "nearly unrecognizable due to the sheer amount of swelling and discoloration." A Monroe County Sheriff's Deputy soon found Hartman walking south of where the incident occurred and detained him. After an interview, police said Hartman was taken to the hospital for clearance before being booked into the Monroe County Jail. He was preliminarily charged with: Michael Devin Skie Hartman, 28, of Bloomington Aggravated Battery (Level 3 felony) Criminal Confinement (Level 3 felony) Robbery (Level 5 felony) Strangulation (Level 6 felony) Intimidation (Level 6 felony) Interference in Reporting a Crime (Class A misdemeanor) Criminal Mischief (Class A misdemeanor) Obstruction of Traffic (Class B misdemeanor) After interviewing Hartman, police said they soon learned he was recently involved in other alleged assaults. Second assault Bloomington police said officers determined Hartman was the suspect in another physical altercation that occurred "just prior" to the roadway beating. This assault reportedly happened on W. Heatherwood Drive, around 0.3 miles from where the driver was attacked. Police did not provide much information on this alleged assault, but said it was reported to 911 at the same time that officers were investigating the attack on Leonard Springs Road. After investigating further, Hartman was preliminarily given more charges for the attack on Heatherwood Drive. These charges include: Strangulation (Level 6 felony) Domestic Battery (Level 6 felony) Domestic Battery (Class A misdemeanor) Interference in Reporting a Crime (Class A misdemeanor) - 2 counts Released from jail Online jail records indicate that, before the two incidents over the weekend, Hartman was arrested last week on similar charges. The 28-year-old Bloomington resident was arrested on Wednesday, July 23, and preliminarily charged with battery and criminal mischief. The Monroe County Prosecutor's Office said no probable cause affidavit was filed due to both crimes being misdemeanors. Court records show Hartman was officially charged on Thursday in Monroe Circuit Court 3. That same day, documents state he was "released on own recognizance and placed on pretrial release." An initial hearing in this case has been scheduled for 11 a.m. on Aug. 21. Online court records have not yet been updated with official charges in connection with Hartman's most recent arrest. An online jail log indicates he is still being held in Monroe County as of 2 p.m. Monday. via: https://fox59.com/news/indynews/suspect-in-bloomington-attacks-was-released-from-jail-3-days-prior/

Docs: Indiana mother left 7-year-old alone to die in their burning house

Posted by allinclusiveradiollc — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 23:53 GMT

ARLINGTON, Ind. - A Rush County mother has been charged after police say she left her 7-year-old child alone to die in a burning house. Kirstin D. Bowers, 31, was officially charged Monday in Rush County with four counts of felony neglect of a dependent. The charges stem from a fatal house fire in early June that claimed the life of Bowers' 7-year-old son, David Jr. Kirstin Bowers mugshot Rush County emergency crews were called around 2 p.m. on June 5 to the 200 block of N. County Road 700 W for a young child stuck inside a burning home. Upon arrival, they found a "fully engulfed" house fire. Fire and EMS crews attempted to rescue the child, but were unsuccessful. The child, later identified as David Bowers Jr., was declared dead on scene by the Rush County Coroner. Rush County Detective Randy M. Meek said that, on the day of the fire, "numerous suspicious circumstances" were observed regarding Kirstin. The mother told investigators on scene that she had fallen asleep in bed with a lit cigarette. When she woke up, she said the bed was on fire and that she began taking each of her four kids out of the house one by one. However, due to the smoke, she said she could not rescue David Jr. Police said Kristin had made two 911 calls on the day of the fire. In one call, she allegedly hung up the phone immediately. The second call, which was approximately 15 minutes later, was to report the fire. Detectives used surveillance footage, witness statements and electronic tracking to develop a timeline of what happened leading up to the second 911 call. Police concluded that, during the time of the suspected fire, Kristin had left the house and walked several blocks away. Court documents state this left four small children alone inside the burning home. Police suspect that three of the kids exited on their own and that David Jr. was unable to get out by himself. "This is a tragic event for our community, and especially for the town of Arlington, which has faced several heartbreaking incidents in recent years," Meek said. "Our agency would be remiss not to recognize the heroic efforts of the fire personnel from multiple departments-many of whom are volunteers." Bowers was officially charged Monday in Rush Circuit Court with Neglect of a Dependent Resulting in Death (a level 1 felony) and three counts of Neglect of a Dependent (a level 6 felony). She is now being held in the Shelby County Jail on unrelated Invasion of Privacy charges. via: https://fox59.com/indiana-news/docs-indiana-mother-left-7-year-old-to-die-in-burning-house/

Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton gets engaged to longtime girlfriend Jade Jones

Posted by allinclusiveradiollc — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 23:00 GMT

AMES, Iowa - While he did not get an NBA Championship ring this year, Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton will soon secure a wedding ring. The All-NBA point guard announced Monday afternoon on social media that (despite his recent Achilles tear) he got down on one knee and proposed to his longtime girlfriend Jade Jones. Haliburton proposed to Jones at his alma mater, Iowa State University in Ames. The university is where he and Jones first met, with him being a star basketball player and her being a co-ed cheerleader. "The place where our story started, and where our next chapter begins," Haliburton captioned a series of photos on Instagram. The engagement pictures, posted by the 25-year-old Haliburton on Instagram, can be seen below:

Tyrese Haliburton and Jade Jones' engagement photos (via Tyrese Haliburton on Instagram)
Tyrese Haliburton and Jade Jones' engagement photos (via Tyrese Haliburton on Instagram)
Tyrese Haliburton and Jade Jones' engagement photos (via Tyrese Haliburton on Instagram)
Tyrese Haliburton and Jade Jones' engagement photos (via Tyrese Haliburton on Instagram)
Tyrese Haliburton and Jade Jones' engagement photos (via Tyrese Haliburton on Instagram)
Tyrese Haliburton and Jade Jones' engagement photos (via Tyrese Haliburton on Instagram)
Tyrese Haliburton and Jade Jones' engagement photos (via Tyrese Haliburton on Instagram)
Tyrese Haliburton and Jade Jones' engagement photos (via Tyrese Haliburton on Instagram)

Haliburton has been in a relationship with Jones since 2019, according to People Magazine. Jones has become a staple of Pacers games since Haliburton was traded to Indiana, consistently sitting courtside at games and being active with fans on social media. She went viral during the NBA Finals for cheering on the Pacers and yelling at OKC Thunder fans during away games. In the engagement photos, Haliburton can be seen wearing a medical boot and kneeling next to a knee scooter. This is a result of the surgery he underwent after the NBA Finals to repair a torn right Achilles tendon. In a press conference held earlier this month, Pacers' President of Basketball Operations Kevin Pritchard confirmed Haliburton will not participate in the 2025-26 season. This time off will likely give him extra time to plan the wedding. Congratulations, Tyrese and Jade! via: https://fox59.com/sports/pacers/pacers-star-tyrese-haliburton-gets-engaged-to-longtime-girlfriend-jade-jones/

Kokomo PD: Discount store stocked shelves with stolen items

Posted by allinclusiveradiollc — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 23:00 GMT

KOKOMO, Ind. - A Kokomo business owner and his associate are accused of running an organized theft ring- selling merchandise at a local discount store that had allegedly been stolen from big box stores like Walmart. Martin Amir Wilson, 37, and Ryan Bammerlin, 42, were arrested on July 22 after the Kokomo Police Department raided 5 Star Discountz, located at 921 E. Main Street. Both Wilson and Bammerlin were charged recently in Howard Superior Court with organized retail theft, a Level 6 felony, and corrupt business influence, a Level 5 felony. Wilson faces additional charges including unlawful carrying of a handgun by a prior felon, a Level 5 felony, and unlawful possession of a firearm by a serious violent felon, a Level 4 felony. Court docs: Drunken man plows truck into Muncie house Court documents reveal that Wilson is the owner of 5 Star Discountz, a discount shop that claims to offer the community "great products at a discount price." But some these deeply discounted "deals" were reportedly a result of fraud, according to a lengthy police investigation. According to court documents, Kokomo detectives partnered with Walmart and Target loss prevention employees to build their case against Wilson and Bammerlin. Through reviewing multiple days worth of surveillance footage, detectives determined that Wilson and Bammerlin committed organized theft using receipts from purchased items and abusing return policies. In one incident, police reviewed footage that allegedly showed Wilson and Bammerlin purchasing a Ninja cold press juicer and an Omega vertical juicer from Walmart on May 20. After the transaction, the pair loaded the juicers into Wilson's vehicle before Bammerlin re-entered the store. Police said that Bammerlin can be seen grabbing the same two items off the store shelf before heading to the service desk to try and "return" the items. The return is denied but Bammerlin is able to exit the store with the two items, which he didn't legally purchase due to using the previous purchase's receipt. Bammerlin allegedly returns to Walmart a few hours later and conducts the same scheme with the same two products. This time, he is issued a gift card by the service desk for the "return." Indianapolis man accused of driving drunk at 140 mph on I-69 Court documents detail that the pair repeatedly performed this same organized theft scheme, with Bammerlin being the one to frequently "return" the merchandise. Bammerlin was caught on camera, however, loading the fraudulent items into Wilson's vehicle. Items stolen from Walmart and Target were often appliances, like air fryers, blenders and juicers. The pair would either load up on duplicate products or use the gift cards to start the cycle anew with another product. Many of these items were later found being sold at 5 Star Discountz. When detectives finally confronted the suspects, Bammerlin allegedly admitted to the thefts, according to the court documents. He told investigators he was "dumb" and only did it to help out Wilson, who he claimed was suffering from financial hardship. Bammerlin told police that Wilson knew that some of the items he was selling at 5 Star Discountz were stolen, according to the court documents. Bammerlin went on to claim that Wilson even gave him lists of items to acquire for his customers. Wilson, however, denied Bammerlin's account when confronted by police. Court documents detail how Wilson said Bammerlin brought him items to sell at his store but that he was unaware of any fraudulent activity tied to the items. Wilson told detectives he stocked his store with inventory purchased from liquidation companies. But police said when Wilson was asked to provide documentation, such as sales receipts, for the items in question, Wilson was unable and admitted to "not keeping track" of sales tax or inventory. A search of 5 Star Discountz also uncovered a loaded handgun behind the counter. Investigators noted Wilson is prohibited from owning a gun due to being classified as a serious violent felon due to a previous conviction for dealing cocaine. via: https://fox59.com/news/indycrime/kokomo-pd-discount-store-stocked-shelves-with-stolen-items/

Texas man gets 2.5 years in prison for sending 800 threatening messages to Caitlin Clark

Posted by allinclusiveradiollc — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 21:16 GMT

INDIANAPOLIS -- Michael Lewis, the man who told the court he was "guilty as charged" of stalking Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark, has officially pleaded guilty and will serve 2.5 years in the Indiana Department of Correction. According to court documents filed on Monday, Lewis, 55, pleaded guilty to stalking, where the defendant threatens sexual battery, serious bodily injury or death, a Level 6 felony, as well as a misdemeanor harassment charge. Texas man drove to Indianapolis after sending Caitlin Clark violent messages on X, court docs reveal Lewis, a resident of Denton, Texas, messaged Clark hundreds of sexually violent messages on social media from Dec. 12, 2024-Jan. 11, 2025. In the messages, Lewis stated he drove around Clark's "house 3x a day," referring to Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Lewis also told Clark he bought tickets to a Butler basketball game. According to previous reports, Lewis downplayed the social media messages he sent to Clark, stating they were "a joke" and a "fantasy-type thing." Lewis also said he traveled to Indianapolis from Texas because he was on vacation. In an interview, previous reports state that Clark told law enforcement that she was fearful after receiving the messages and learning Lewis was in Indianapolis. 'Guilty as charged': Man accused of stalking Caitlin Clark has disruptive court hearing During a hearing surrounding the charges. Lewis told Judge Angela Davis to "throw me the booky" in regards to his punishment in relation to the charges he said he was guilty of. During Monday's sentencing hearing, Davis accused Lewis of not taking responsibility for his actions, to which Lewis responded was a "masterclass of miscommunication." "I know almost nothing about Ms. Clark's personal life," Lewis said during the hearing. "She attends basketball games, she plays basketball (at) Gainbridge Fieldhouse and she has a (social media) account that she does not manage. That's it." Davis emphasized during the hearing that Lewis' behavior "constituted stalking." "I do not believe you are here because of a click of a button," Davis said during the hearing. "I do believe you need to move on long before you sent 800 messages to Catlin Clark." According to the sentencing, Lewis is required to stay away from the following locations: Gainbridge Fieldhouse Hinkle Fieldhouse Indiana Fever events Pacers Organization events IMPD: 2 juveniles taken into custody as enforcement of curfew ordinance continues The court is recommending no internet access during his time in custody. The documents also state that Lewis is recommended to return to Texas after he is released. "This resolution ensures that the defendant is held accountable for his threatening actions, the fear he instilled, and the disruption he caused," Marion County Prosecutor Ryan Mears said in a news release announcing the sentence. "He will now spend the next two and a half years in the Department of Correction, and the victim will be able to have peace of mind while focusing on what matters to her." via: https://fox59.com/news/indycrime/texas-man-gets-2-5-years-in-prison-for-sending-800-threatening-messages-to-caitlin-clark/

Charges filed against Indy man accused of shooting 2 brothers following argument over mailbox

Posted by allinclusiveradiollc — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 20:57 GMT

INDIANAPOLIS - Criminal charges have been filed against an Indianapolis man accused of shooting two brothers during a dispute over a mailbox on Indy's near east side. According to the court records, the suspect was standing on this side of a small wire fence with the two victims on the other side when the shooting took place. When police arrived, the suspect allegedly admitted he pulled the trigger. It all happened outside a home on South Randolph Street last Tuesday. Just before 6 p.m., police believe a simple argument escalated to gunfire, leaving two men wounded. Paul Turner, 49, is now charged with battery and aggravated battery for that shooting. Paul Turner (Marion Co. Jail) "This is all in like a just couple seconds. It was pow pow pow," said shooting victim James Holder. Holder recalls the violence began when the suspect walked up to a mailbox, which belongs to Turner, but is on the side of Holder's home. Turner lives in a detached building behind Holder's home. A confrontation at the mailbox led to words being exchanged between Holder's brother and his neighbor. Holder insists he tried to break up the argument when the suspect suddenly opened fire. "When he started shooting, I was like, 'What are you doing?' That was my reaction. I said 'What are you doing?' and he started shooting me," said Holder. Holder heard one bullet fly past his head, damaging the side of his house. A second bullet hit Holder in the back and wedged against his spine. Doctors have not removed the bullet fragment for fear it could cause other major complications. Holder's brother remains hospitalized after being shot in the neck, arm and leg. Holder still can't believe such a trivial dispute led to so many injuries. "It's kind of traumatizing. It makes you feel like just a disagreement as petty as that can lead to someone shooting you for no reason," said Holder. Holder and his brother are two of the 269 people wounded by gunfire in Indianapolis so far this year. That continues a five-year decrease in non-fatal shootings.

Still, Holder feels too many people settle conflicts with guns because they don't fear the legal system will hold them accountable. "I guess people think they won't get no time. He didn't think he was going to get time," said Holder. "I heard him say, 'I'm going to call the police and tell them I shot y'all.' He literally said that." According to the affidavit filed against Turner, he was recorded on his phone confessing to the shooting while claiming he acted in self-defense. Once in custody, the suspect requested an attorney and refused to answer any questions. Turner is currently behind bars in the Marion County Jail. Although he was arrested initially on a charge of illegal weapons possession, prosecutors did not file that charge. Turner is set to make his initial hearing on Tuesday. In the meantime, Holder set up a fundraiser to help with medical and other expenses, which can be found by clicking this link. via: https://fox59.com/news/indycrime/charges-filed-against-indy-man-accused-of-shooting-two-brothers-following-argument-over-mailbox/

Driver crashes into Starbucks in Lebanon

Posted by allinclusiveradiollc — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 20:47 GMT

LEBANON, Ind. - A Starbucks in Lebanon has sustained heavy damage after a driver crashed into the storefront. Multiple emergency response crews were called Monday afternoon to the Starbucks Coffee at 1377 S. Lebanon Street on report of a car going into a building. Upon arrival, they found a grey SUV had crashed through the storefront near the Order Pick-Up section. A photo of the damage, provided by the Lebanon Fire Department, can be seen below:

Driver crashes into Lebanon Starbucks (via LFD) Fire Chief Chuck Batts said that one person who was inside the building was taken to the local hospital with unknown injuries. The driver's condition was not mentioned. Batts also said that 1-800-BOARDUP is handling the temporary construction on the damage while the City of Lebanon's Building Inspector will conduct on-scene damage assessment. The Starbucks location will reportedly be under an "extended closure" for an unknown duration. The City of Lebanon Fire Department said that, in addition to their crews, the Lebanon Police Department, Boone County Sheriff's Office and Boone County EMS also responded. This is the same Starbucks that was heavily damaged during a tornado outbreak over 10 years ago. On November 17, 2023, an EF-2 tornado hit the Lebanon area and damaged the Starbucks location. via: https://fox59.com/news/indynews/driver-crashes-into-starbucks-in-lebanon/

IMPD: 2 juveniles taken into custody as enforcement of curfew ordinance continues

Posted by allinclusiveradiollc — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 20:05 GMT

INDIANAPOLIS -- Over the weekend, officials with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department said that officers had to take at least two juveniles into custody as the city's curfew ordinance was enforced. According to a post on social media from IMPD Chief Chris Bailey, Bailey said at least two juveniles were taken to the department's reunification center over the weekend in reference to violating the curfew. The city of Indianapolis's curfew ordinance is 11 p.m. for anyone 14 years and younger, and 1 a.m. for those between the ages of 15 and 17. IMPD: 5 people injured in shooting on northeast side of Indianapolis "Curfew is about keeping our kids safe," Bailey said in the post. "Over the weekend, at least two juveniles were taken into custody after refusing to leave a downtown business. Officers tried several times but couldn't reach their parents." The department established the center following the enforcement of the curfew ordinance, taking juveniles to an undisclosed location until parents or another adult retrieves them. The juveniles are also exposed to services provided by community youth advocacy groups at this location. This comes after IMPD saw no juveniles being brought to the center last weekend, even with the WNBA All-Star festivities, as well as the Indiana Black Expo's summer celebration, something that individuals called "a win for the people of (Indianapolis)." IMPD, community partners team up for curfew enforcement According to previous reports, the beginning of July saw multiple violent incidents in downtown Indianapolis involving juveniles, including a mass shooting on July 5 that led to two deaths and seven injuries. "Let's work together to keep our young people... safe and accounted for," Bailey's post concluded. via: https://fox59.com/news/indycrime/impd-2-juveniles-taken-into-custody-as-enforcement-of-curfew-ordinance-continues/

Docs: Honduran man allegedly forced 9-year-old to perform sex acts

Posted by allinclusiveradiollc — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 17:46 GMT

HENDRICKS COUNTY, Ind. -- Court documents recently released have unveiled what led to a Honduran man being arrested for alleged child sex crimes in Hendricks County. According to court documents, 19-year-old Marvin Jose Vasquez-Martinez has been charged with one count of rape, a Level 3 felony, and one count of child molesting, a Level 3 felony, in relation to an incident in July 2024. Vasquez-Martinez's last known address was in Indianapolis. Last month, Vasquez-Martinez was arrested in North Carolina. At the time, officials with the FBI Indianapolis office confirmed that Vasquez-Martinez was "unlawfully present in the United States." Man wanted in Indiana for child sex crimes detained in North Carolina According to the documents, an officer in Hendricks County was dispatched to an apartment complex in the county on a report of a child molestation in July 2024. An officer spoke with the mother of a 9-year-old. The child reportedly told the mother that a man, later identified as Vasquez-Martinez, forced the child to perform sexual acts on him. The documents said that the child told his mother the day after the alleged incident, when they were driving out of the state for a vacation. In an interview, the documents said the child provided law enforcement with details surrounding the incident. The child told officers that Vasquez-Martinez told the child that he liked him, and not to tell his parents about anything that happened. After the reported rape, Vasquez-Martinez exited the bedroom and went to sleep on the couch. At the time, the officer said in the documents that he attempted to contact Vasquez-Martinez via phone, but was unable to reach him. via: https://fox59.com/news/indycrime/docs-honduran-man-allegedly-forced-9-year-old-to-perform-sex-acts/

Indianapolis man accused of driving drunk at 140 mph on I-69

Posted by allinclusiveradiollc — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 17:15 GMT

JOHNSON COUNTY, Ind. - An Indianapolis man is accused of hitting speeds of 140 miles per hour while driving under the influence on Interstate 69. Cohen Frederick, 20, is charged with resisting law enforcement with a vehicle, a Level 6 felony, along with multiple misdemeanor charges of operating a vehicle while intoxicated and reckless driving. According to court documents, a Johnson County sheriff's deputy caught Frederick's Kia Stinger driving 140 mph on a stretch of I-69 near Smith Valley Road late Wednesday night. Frederick allegedly spotted the fully marked patrol vehicle after speeding past- the deputy noted how the Stinger braked and switched lanes to slow down. After the deputy caught up to the Kia Stinger, Frederick is accused of accelerating briefly and speeding away from the police vehicle. Frederick then pulled over onto the shoulder of I-69 North near County Line Road. Deputies stated that Frederick was behind the wheel of the Kia and appeared to have glossy eyes and the smell of alcohol on his breath. A breathalyzer later revealed Frederick to have an alleged blood alcohol content of .108%, above the .08% legal limit. According to court documents, a passenger who had also been drinking was located in the passenger seat of the Kia. Both Frederick and his passenger are below the legal drinking age of 21. via: https://fox59.com/news/indycrime/indianapolis-man-accused-of-driving-drunk-at-140-mph-on-i-69/