Richard Essex is an investigative reporter for WISH-TV, based in Indianapolis, Indiana. With a focus on local news, Richard covers a wide range of topics including crime, politics, and community issues. He is known for his in-depth reporting and commitment to uncovering the truth.
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By: Richard Essex
The city of New Albany, specifically Mayor Jeff Gahan's office, sued to stop it. But councilmembers have said they're being kept in the dark over how much taxpayer money Gahan
By: Richard Essex
The Minnesota governor landed at Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport about 4:20 Wednesday, accompanied by his daughter, Hope.
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (WDRB) -- Just one year ago, Indiana University football was 2-5 through the first seven games.
It's down to former Republican Superintendent of Education, Jennifer McCormick, who is now running as a Democrat, and U.S. Sen. Mike Braun, who is the Republican nominee.
A 77-year-old woman was killed and her husband seriously injured, when they tried to pull into traffic.
By: Richard Essex
Wednesday, the Scott County Council and Commissioners packed into a small conference room for a discussion that was supposed to be about road department equipment used to improve county roads.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- City and state leaders are looking for ways to crack down on street racing, including more severe punishments for people caught racing and spectating.
By: Richard Essex
The Louisville manufacturing plant that exploded Tuesday threw metal everywhere and neighbors in the area are being told not to clean up.
By: Richard Essex
Safety is also an issue KYTC is considering. From 2018 to 2023, there were more than 1,000 crashes on that stretch of road.
By: Richard Essex
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- A devastating explosion at the Givaudan plant in Louisville has prompted widespread scrutiny, as workers and former employees raise alarms over potential safety lapses.
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