Indiana Supreme Court suspends judge for marijuana use
The court’s decision comes after the Indiana Commission on Judicial Qualification’s nearly yearlong investigation into Lawrence Superior Court I Judge John Plummer III.
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Supreme Court dismisses death penalty case on people with mental disabilities
The court chose not to weigh in on what standards states should use to assess whether a person who commits a crime must be spared the death penalty because of intellectual disabilities.
Joey Chestnut to defend hot dog eating title while on probation after pleading guilty to battery
The competitive eating sensation was accused of slapping a man across the face during a late night out at a Westfield bar.
Indiana trying to undo court-approved birth record changes for transgender people
For transgender Hoosiers who won court approval to change their birth certificates and other records, those orders may not be final.
Man jailed over Charlie Kirk post wins $835,000 settlement
While many people across the U.S. lost their jobs over social media comments about Kirk’s death, Larry Bushart’s case stood out as a rare instance in which such online speech led to criminal prosecution.
Years before fatal UPS plane crash, 10 similar flaws were recorded. NTSB says no one raised an alarm.
The crash in Louisville killed all three pilots on the plane and 12 people on the ground. The families of victims represented by attorney Bradley Cosgrove believe that actions should have been taken years earlier.
US indicts former Cuban leader Raúl Castro over 1996 aircraft shootdown
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and other top Justice Department officials made the announcement in Miami at a ceremony to honor those killed in the shootdown.
Business owners sue city of Boonville over building demolitions
The owners of Stoners Grill and SassFrassy assert that the city intentionally condemned their properties so that it could acquire the land for redevelopment.
May 20, 2026
Court of Appeals of Indiana
Betty A. Leon, Appellant-Defendant v. State of Indiana, Appellee-Plaintiff
No. 25A-CR-2182
Appeal from the Huntington Superior Court, Judge Jennifer E. Newton. Betty A. Leon appeals her convictions for several drug-related charges, including Level 2 felony dealing in methamphetamine. The court reverses her conviction for Level 6 felony unlawful possession or use of a legend drug due to insufficient evidence that the pill in question was Cyclobenzaprine. However, the court affirms her 26-year sentence, determining it is not inappropriate given the nature of her offenses, including the large quantity of methamphetamine possessed and her extensive criminal history. Judge May authored the opinion, with Judges Mathias and Felix concurring. Appellant’s attorney: Cara Schaefer Wieneke, Wieneke Law Office, LLC, Brooklyn, Indiana. Appellee’s attorney: Office of the Indiana Attorney General.
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Blanche doesn’t rule out considering payments for violent Jan. 6 rioters as he defends $1.8B fund
The acting attorney general said the fund was “unusual” but not unprecedented, adding that those who benefit will not be limited to Republicans or to people who were investigated or prosecuted by the Biden administration.
4 Indianapolis men sentenced to prison for drug operation in central Indiana
The convictions follow an investigation into their efforts to buy and sell fentanyl and methamphetamine out of at least four apartment properties in Indianapolis.
Indianapolis teacher drops lawsuit challenging state’s sex ed ban
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita called the dismissal a “major win” and “a victory for parents’ rights and common sense.”
Appeals court judges appear to be divided over Pentagon’s legal dispute with AI company Anthropic
Technology company Anthropic claims Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth unlawfully and falsely branded it as a national security risk for raising ethical and safety concerns about AI usage in war.
May 19, 2026
Indiana Supreme Court
Carlos T. Ortiz v. State of Indiana
No. 25S-CR-303
Appeal from the Elkhart Circuit Court, Judge Michael A. Christofeno. Carlos T. Ortiz sought to bring a belated appeal after pleading guilty to murder, arguing that an improper aggravator was used during sentencing. The Indiana Supreme Court affirmed the trial court’s dismissal of Ortiz’s petition for belated appeal, ruling that he was not an “eligible defendant” because he waived his right to appeal under the plea agreement and did not assert that his sentence was illegal as defined in prior case law. The dismissal was modified to be without prejudice. Justice Slaughter authored the opinion, with Chief Justice Rush and Justices Massa and Molter concurring, while Justice Goff concurred with a separate opinion. Attorneys for appellant: Amy E. Karozos, public defender; Archer “Randy” Rose Jr. and Emily L. Hopp, deputy state public defenders. Appellee’s attorneys: Office of the Indiana Attorney General.
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Supreme Court sends closely watched Native American voting rights decision back to lower court
The lower-court decision went against the tribes and undercut a key enforcement mechanism: lawsuits from voters and advocacy groups.
Federal court rejects Elon Musk’s claims against OpenAI, saying he filed lawsuit too late
The trial shed light on the bitter falling-out between the two Silicon Valley titans and the beginnings of OpenAI, now a company valued at $852 billion.
Cardinal Ethanol files lawsuit against its Indianapolis-based IT provider
Cardinal is suing The IT Mothership LLC over what the ethanol producer describes as “an ongoing hostage situation” of its IT system. But the service provider said Cardinal owes it hundreds of thousands of dollars in unpaid fees.
Judge Meyer’s shooting case goes dark following gag order
Cass County Superior Court Judge Lisa Swaim, who was appointed to serve as a special judge in the matter, issued the order after defense counsel published a survey on social media to gauge public attitudes toward the defendants.
Indiana Attorney General sues several mobile home parks over alleged ‘disastrous’ conditions
The lawsuit alleges the owners have been operating the parks without proper licensing and continuing to charge residents for rent and utilities despite failing to comply with Indiana Department of Health standards.
May 18, 2026
Court of Appeals of Indiana
Brittney Keisler, Individually and as Natural Parent and Next Friend of Lilee Keisler, Deceased v. Indiana Department of Insurance Patient’s Compensation Fund c/o Holly W. Lambert, Commissioner
No. 25A-CT-2034
Appeal from the Marion Superior Court, Judge Timothy W. Oakes. Affirms the trial court’s denial of Brittney Keisler’s motion for summary judgment. Keisler sought excess compensation from the Indiana Department of Insurance Patient’s Compensation Fund after settling a wrongful death claim for her daughter Lilee’s death due to alleged medical malpractice. Keisler argued that her emotional distress claim was separate; however, the court ruled that her emotional distress arose from Lilee’s death and thus was not distinct. The ruling followed precedent indicating that damages from malpractice are capped based on the actual victims, reaffirming that Keisler’s recovery is limited to one statutory cap as she was not the “actual victim” of the malpractice. Judge Felix authored the opinion, with Judge Mathias concurring and Judge May dissenting. Judge May concluded Keisler was not merely a third-party claimant grieving her daughter’s death, but also a traditional patient whose own providers breached duties owed directly to her by failing to correct their breastfeeding instructions after learning of the infant’s galactosemia diagnosis. May reasoned that Keisler’s emotional injury stemmed from unknowingly becoming “the unwitting physical instrument” of her daughter’s harm while relying on her providers’ medical advice, making her an actual victim of malpractice entitled to a separate statutory damages cap under the Medical Malpractice Act. May would have reversed and remanded for entry of judgment in Keisler’s favor on the statutory cap issue. Attorneys for appellants: Hannah K. Brady, Michael E. Simmons, Hume Smith Geddes Green & Simmons LLP, Indianapolis, Indiana; Andrea R. Simmons, Cohen & Malad LLP, Indianapolis, Indiana. Attorneys for appellees: Office of the Indiana Attorney General.
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