Bob Kasarda

"This prevented the fire from extending to the residence or causing additional property damage."

An Indiana State Police trooper underwent successful surgery after being shot multiple times in a gunfight with a suspect who later was found dead following a massive manhunt.

"One passenger was located on the break wall unresponsive," the DNR reported.

"This configuration will be in place through late August for resurfacing operations," according to INDOT.

CEDAR LAKE — An investigation is underway following a blaze that tore through a garage in Cedar Lake.

WANATAH — Police say 19-year-old Portage motorist struck two motorcycles late Saturday afternoon along a local stretch of U.S. 421, resulting in the death of one driver and sending three others to the hospital.

Police said, "911 callers reported that an off-duty nurse had stopped on scene and was providing CPR to the injured rider."

Police said they determined the accused was intoxicated and found the two children already at his house.

The man said as he attempted to drive away, the accused approached his vehicle brandishing a baseball bat and screaming.

When it was discovered the crack cocaine purchase was 6 grams short, the alleged dealer said "he would make it right next time."