Angela Brauer
CBS4 Indy
Indianapolis, IN, United States
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Data shows hundreds of special education plan violations in Indiana
Indianapolis – Records show some of Indiana’s schools aren’t following individualized education plans established for special needs students, per the law. The law The Individual with Disabilities Education Act states public schools are required to provide children with disabilities with free and appropriate education in the least restrictive environment and at no cost to the […] → Read More
CBS4 reveals America’s hidden recall crisis
One year after Congress introduced the “Sunshine in Product Safety Act,” CBS4 is asking where the discussion stands and what lawmakers are doing to give the Consumer Product Safety Commission more authority. → Read More
CBS4 gets results: Fishers family finally back home after sewage leak
FISHERS, Ind. – A family of six is relieved to be home after living in a hotel for months. On Feb. 14, 2022, Michael and Alizabeth Van Duyn noticed an upstairs toilet had overflowed. The water was pouring down the hallway, through their ceiling and into their light fixtures. “It is just pouring,” Michael said. […] → Read More
Powerhome Solar rebrands as ‘Pink Energy’
Powerhome Solar has rebranded as “Pink Energy.” The CEO said the company was changing the name because it eventually wants to offer renewable energy products and services beyond solar power. In February, we spoke with dozens of people who said they’d spent thousands of dollars to buy solar panels from Powerhome Solar, LLC. They claimed […] → Read More
Your stolen mail is ending up on the dark web
A 2021 audit report from the Office of Inspector General shows mail theft complaints increased 161% in March 2020 through February 2021 compared to March 2019 through February 2020. → Read More
Indiana stores caught selling vape products to minors
Two years after CBS4 revealed hundreds of Central Indiana students had been caught vaping in their classrooms, we’re finding out where some of those minors are getting their product. → Read More
Indiana struggles with sexual assault nurse examiner shortage
FRANKLIN, Ind. – ASSIST Indiana is renovating two of its counseling rooms, hiring up to a dozen sexual assault nurse examiners and getting ready to offer rape kits for the first time ever. It will be the only location in Johnson County where pediatric and adult survivors can seek medical attention from a trained forensic […] → Read More
Used car customers pumping the brakes after buying from Vroom
INDIANAPOLIS — Dozens of customers are voicing concern after saying they purchased a vehicle online but didn’t get their title, registration or, in some cases, license plates for months. CBS4 spoke with several people across Indiana and out of state who said they regret buying from Vroom and Carvana. “The company they’re running is atrocious,” […] → Read More
Dozens of customers ‘heated’ after installing solar panels
KNIGHTSTOWN, Ind. – Our months-long investigation started with an email. In January, an Indiana couple said they had purchased solar panels from a company called Powerhome Solar, LLC and that they had been waiting months for the installer to meet with RushShelby Energy to “switch” them over. The couple, Anthony and Becky Encao, had signed […] → Read More
Hoosiers experience insurance rate hikes
Home and vehicle owners will pay more for insurance in 2022. → Read More
Multi-million dollar shoplifting rings under investigation in Indiana
Professional thieves are stealing millions of dollars worth of merchandise from Indiana retail stores, knowing the punishment if they're caught may not be as severe as other states. → Read More
Fishers police chief invites parents to internet safety chat
FISHERS, Ind. — The Fishers Police Chief is inviting the public for a virtual conversation. Chief Ed Gebhart started “Chat with Chief” during the pandemic because he said he felt the department didn’t get to communicate with the public as much as he would have liked. “I try to figure out what people want […] → Read More
What’s inside your Keurig? CBS4 found mold and bacteria
MUNCIE, Ind. — The Hoosier Microbiological Lab confirms it identified several molds and bacteria after CBS4 swabbed inside a single-service Keurig coffee machine. For years, people have been questioning what is being left behind in the dark, moist, warm tubes, given some are inaccessible. There are several videos online showing people dissecting the brewers and […] → Read More
Parents share frustrations amid formula shortage
INDIANAPOLIS – New parents and caregivers of newborns are running into a frustrating problem. They cannot find formula. “We checked Costco, Costco online, Walgreens, Long’s, can’t find it anywhere,” Irene Anhoeck, a parent, told CBS News. According to the research firm IRI, retailers had about 95 percent of formulas in stock before the pandemic began. […] → Read More
Parents may soon see self-cleaning baby changing tables in public
FISHERS, Ind. – Caregivers have been there before. You need to change your baby’s diaper. You can either do it in a germ-filled public restroom, in your cold car, or you can head home instead. A recent study shows a majority of parents would choose to go home. “There has to be a better way,” Brittany […] → Read More
Financial experts warn about scams targeting peer-to-peer payment apps
Financial experts are warning consumers about scams that are targeting peer-to-peer payment apps like Venmo and Zelle. → Read More
Irvington ice cream shop owner sees product melt away following 4th burglary in months
INDIANAPOLIS — An Irvington business owner has seen his two businesses robbed more than half a dozen times in the past few months. This time the crooks cut the power to one store, destroying his merchandise. “It’s almost to the point that I forget how many times we have been robbed,” said Sami Ali, owner […] → Read More
Better Business Bureau lists the most frequent holiday scams of 2021
INDIANAPOLIS – The Better Business Bureau just released its “naughty list” detailing the most frequent scams of the holiday season. According to ScamTracker.org, more than 5,000 Hoosiers fell for fraud between October and the new year. One person spent $995 on a fake online purchase. Another ended up losing $2,200 for fraudulent tech support right […] → Read More
Local organizations desperate for breast milk, diaper donations ahead of holidays
INDIANAPOLIS – Two local organizations are asking for Hoosier help ahead of the holiday season. The Milk Bank emailed CBS4 and said it desperately needs donations. It is asking for 300 volunteers to donate breast milk as soon as possible, so that it can meet demand. The Milk Bank has experienced a 58 percent increase […] → Read More
Retail experts tell Hoosiers to buy NOW, price match later
Retail experts say you should buy your items sooner than later this holiday season to avoid higher prices and shortages. → Read More