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BBB pulls Indy contractor’s accreditation, consumers urged to research businesses
INDIANAPOLIS — The Better Business Bureau serving Central Indiana revoked an Indy contractor’s accreditation after 19 consumer complaints were filed and what the BBB called a pattern of taking customers’ money and not completing the work. Quest Concrete LLC now has an F rating from the BBB, which is the lowest score possible. According to […] → Read More
17-year-old female killed in Indy shooting identified
INDIANAPOLIS — The Marion County Coroner’s Office has identified the 17-year-old girl killed in Thursday afternoon’s shooting on the near north side as Ranyia Grundy as Indy police are still looking for information as to what led to that shooting. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department said officers responded just before 2:30 p.m. Thursday to the […] → Read More
Focused school zone patrols launched on east side
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — Now that students are back to class after winter break, drivers must pay more attention around school zones. This mission to protect kids compelled District 19 City-county Councilor David Ray to coordinate a plan to better protect kids on his side of town. “It’s going to be random,” Ray explained. “It’s going […] → Read More
Pregnant woman’s family pleads for change to protective order law following her death
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY, Ind. — A Columbus woman tried to get protection from her husband months, even days, before her family says he killed her before killing himself. A Bartholomew County judge denied her request for a protective order on Dec. 9; they both died on Dec. 19. Julie Anne Neumann, 36, was laid to rest […] → Read More
GasBuddy predicts national average will drop 50 cents in 2023
The report forecasting 2023 gas prices predict a range for the national price of a gallon of gas by month. → Read More
Christmas Eve fire claims life of Clinton County man, ‘heating devices’ suspected cause
An 81-year-old man died in a home fire on Christmas Eve and authorities suspect heating devices ignited it. Law enforcement believes the fire was an accident. Unfortunately, space heaters and other alternative heating tools do create a risk, especially if left unattended. Bargersville Fire Deputy Chief Michael Pruitt advises people to only plug space heaters […] → Read More
Doctors concerned about frostbite, hypothermia during storm
INDIANAPOLIS — Regardless of snow and ice, a major concern over the next couple of days is the bitter cold. Emergency doctors tell us they are worried people will face serious health risks if they don’t stay warm. Dr. Tyler Stepsis, chief of emergency medicine at Eskenazi Health, said he is particularly worried about those […] → Read More
Tips to protect yourself against mail thieves this holiday season
The latest numbers from March 2020 to February 2021 show almost 300,000 mail theft reports filed. → Read More
Perry Township Schools weigh redistricting to hopefully curb bus driver shortages
In order to ease the critical bus driver shortage, Perry Township Schools is considering major redistricting for the elementary schools and kindergarten academies. The district is fully staffed with 140 drivers and currently have 102. → Read More
2 dead, 2 injured in shootings across Bartholomew County over Thanksgiving weekend
“In the 30 years I’ve been in law enforcement, I’ve never had a weekend, a holiday weekend, where we’ve had four shootings,” Sheriff Matt Myers said. → Read More
Time is ticking to purchase flights for the holidays
If you haven’t booked your flight for the holidays yet, don’t keep putting it off! From not until Thanksgiving and Christmas, experts tell us the prices are increasing significantly every day. Amanda Castle and her husband travel over Christmas each year. Last year, she reached out to Indy travel agent Victoria Fricke in the fall […] → Read More
Why home fires burn significantly faster now
(CBS4) — There’s a reason firefighters plead for you to know your escape plan right now should a fire erupt in your home. “Today about two to three minutes is all you have time to get out of the house to safety,” Steve Jones, Indiana State Fire Marshal, said. Underwriters Laboratories Fire Safety Research Institute reports homes […] → Read More
How to get tax dollars to save on your heating bills
Though historically used in the South due to warmer temperatures, heat pumps are becoming increasingly popular in the Midwest thanks to technological improvements. → Read More
Protecting your money, information while online shopping
It's August and that means parents are gathering every item on their child's supply list for the school year. Unfortunately, hackers are finding numerous ways to take advantage of online shoppers. → Read More
Recent shooting of teen emphasizes need for mentorship
EDITOR’S NOTE: This article has been corrected to accurately reflect the age of the victim. INDIANAPOLIS — Youth advocates plead for community involvement after a 17-year-old was injured in a shooting this week. The student attends VOICES Corp, an Indy nonprofit that does outreach and offers education alternatives to youth. The teen specifically is enrolled […] → Read More
Elwood honors fallen Officer Noah Shahnavaz
ELWOOD, Ind. — People came to pay their respects throughout Sunday to fallen Elwood Officer Noah Shahnavaz. With just under 8,500 people in the small town, his death is certainly leaving a mark. “It’s really emotional,” Austin Henson said. Community members like Henson did not what else to do Sunday besides go to the police […] → Read More
Former FBI agent: stay prepared for shootings
Retired FBI Indianapolis Special Agent in Charge Paul Keenan tells us the time to prepare your response for a mass shooter is not in the midst of gunfire. → Read More
Protect Your Trip: Experts give tips amid frequent flight cancellations
Save money on your trip by purchasing travel insurance through a different third-party company, not the airline's website, travel agent Victoria Fricke advised. → Read More
Deadline nears for Indiana’s free college tuition program
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — Parents and guardians have less than a week to take advantage of free college tuition for their students. The state’s 21st Century Scholars program is open to rising 7th and 8th graders, but the deadline to sign up is June 30 for those who finished their 8th grade year. Karma Chappell, a […] → Read More
CBS4 Investigates shows Hoosiers’ best cybersecurity protection
Cyber threats are top of mind for everyone, from consumers to business owners to the President of the United States. In fact, President Joe Biden recently signed an executive order making cybersecurity a top priority. → Read More