Ron Wilkins is a reporter at the Journal & Courier. He covers a range of topics including elections, government, and public policy, with a focus on crime and justice, the judicial system, and legal reform. His work has been featured in notable publications such as USA TODAY and The Indianapolis Star.
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Ron Wilkins' coverage largely revolves around local crime, police investigations, and court cases in the Lafayette area of Indiana. His focus on evolving stories and breaking news indicates a preference for timely updates and developments related to ongoing events.
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By: Ron Wilkins
LEBANON, IN — Boone County prosecutors have charged Frankfort K9 police Sgt. Ethan M. Cunningham on Thursday with official misconduct, a Level 6 felony, and cruelty to an animal, a misdemeanor, accusing him of picking up his police dog and slamming it to the ground.
When it's all said and done in July 2027, Lafayette water customers will pay an additional 58.53% over their current rate.
By: Ron Wilkins
About 15 residents in Glasswater Creek Senior Living facility were displaced Thursday night because of a fire in a third-floor apartment.
Anthony Reed Jr. will be 65 years old when he's released from prison for the attempted murder of his girlfriend on June 7, 2024.
By: Ron Wilkins
LAFAYETTE, IN — An 18-year-old Gary man sits in jail Monday without bond and suspected of stabbing a 27-year-old family member several times, sending her to a hospital in Indianapolis, according to Lafayette police and jail records.
By: Ron Wilkins
Lafayette Journal & Courier A recount is underway for the Indiana state senate's 23rd District GOP primary race.
By: Ron Wilkins
“The much stronger storms, we’re expecting to occur in the evening hours, perhaps ... about 7 p.m. until about midnight," meteorologist Jason Puma said.
By: Ron Wilkins
LAFAYETTE, IN — A fight on the basketball court at VASA Fitness led to one man's arrest for pulling a gun, Lafayette police said.
By: Ron Wilkins
Richmond police are looking for 14-year-old Dredyn Williams, who has been missing since June 5.
By: Ron Wilkins
Lafayette Journal & Courier June 18, 2026, 2:00 p.m. ET
