Former state senator faces six theft charges
The charges, levied Tuesday in Tippecanoe Superior Court, are tied to several August and September incidents at a Walmart store.
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Taft picks veteran trial lawyer Betz to lead Indianapolis office
Tracy Betz has worked in the Indianapolis office for more than 20 years, building a practice focus that includes commercial litigation, intellectual property and trade secrets.
Former Kokomo officer sentenced to 40 years after conviction tied to sexual assault
A jury found Sinmi Asomuyide guilty in June of several charges connected with the assault, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Indiana.
Forestal resigns as Marion County sheriff after state Senate win
Kerry Forestal was elected sheriff in 2018 and reelected in 2022. He joined the sheriff’s department in 1977, according to the office website.
Zimmer Biomet, former company vice president agree to call off legal battle
Both sides have released a statement saying that they resolved their litigation with no admission of liability or wrongdoing by any party.
Marion County prosecutor Mears races to easy win against Foust
The Democrat had captured more than 65% of the vote with 91% of vote centers reporting as of late Tuesday night. The win means Mears will continue in a role he has filled since 2019.
Indianapolis man plans guilty plea in food stamp fraud case involving cloned benefit cards
The cards were then used to make bulk purchases at Sam’s Club locations of things like energy drinks, cooking oil and soft drinks.
State Supreme Court rebukes Indiana Department of Education over food program decision
The court also affirmed a trial court order reinstating Mt. Zion’s Loving Day Care Ministry in the program.
UPDATE: Judge denies Ballard motion for preliminary injunction in election commission lawsuit
The office of state Attorney General Todd Rokita argues that Greg Ballard has no standing to compel the commission to meet through a preliminary injunction.
Hearing in Mark Sanchez criminal case delayed until 2027 with new judge
A Marion Superior Court hearing scheduled for Nov. 9 was rescheduled for after a judge assigned to the case, Helen W. Marchal, recused herself.
Ballard adds lawyer to legal fight with state election commission over meeting
Greg Ballard says Greenwood attorney Michelle Harter will represent him Friday at a Marion Superior Court hearing on a motion for a preliminary injunction.
UPDATE: Federal judge grants injunction against attorney general’s office investigator in case regarding social media posts
The ACLU of Indiana says the injunction prohibits investigators from threatening Lee Lawmaster with legal action to suppress future social media posts or punish him for past ones involving the use of the phrase “86.”
Braun urges voters to consider bail amendment when voting next month
The proposed amendment, which has been years in the making, would allow judges to deny bail to any defendant if the state proves the person cannot be safely released.
Braun asks court to dismiss lawsuit over Ten Commandments display
The American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana is trying to stop a display of the Ten Commandments on the Statehouse lawn.
UPDATE: Federal government sued for withholding medical information of ICE detainee who died at Miami Correctional
Viccheat Sim says federal government agencies broadly denied his requests for medical records and reports tied to the Feb. 16 death of his father, Lorth Sim.
Money to end ankle monitor fees doesn’t make 2027 city-county budget
Marion County Community Corrections had proposed eliminating the fees, which could cost the department about $2.5 million annually.
Brownsburg tax preparer faces prison over fraudulent returns that led to large refunds
Evans Kludje was responsible for preparing thousands of fraudulent tax returns from 2017 through 2025, according to a statement from the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
UPDATE: Federal judge’s order prevents Hanover from eliminating women’s swim team
A federal judge has issued an order preventing Hanover College from eliminating its women’s swimming team as a lawsuit over the team’s fate plays out.
Ballard sues Indiana Election Commission to prod it into meeting before election
Secretary of State candidate Greg Ballard says the election commission has not met since July and is ignoring campaign finance complaints filed against two opponents.
Court of Appeals cites statute of limitations in rejecting legal malpractice case
A legal malpractice lawsuit over the creation of a trust was barred by a two-year statute of limitations, the Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed.