Tuesday night, the political balance of Hamilton County shifted entirely, with Democrats taking control of 22 seats in the historically red county.  Hamilton County Democratic Chairman Josh Lowry said the night was full of shock, and that their goal was initially to only win 10 seats.  “For a lot of people in Hamilton County, this […]

Comedian Tim Meadows is a master of stealing scenes, and he’s got the credentials to prove it. You may recognize Meadows from SNL, Mean Girls, The Goldbergs, Grown Ups and so much more, but he’s also a killer stand-up. Tim called into the Hammer and Nigel Show ahead of his shows here in Indy this […]

Voters in at least two dozen Indiana school districts approved measures Tuesday to collect more property taxes, while 12 referendums failed. School leaders are now preparing for what the results could mean for their budgets. In Indianapolis and Hamilton County, voters approved most referendums to help fund their local schools. In Hamilton County, voters approved […]

FISHERS, Ind. — A Fishers man was recently charged in Hamilton County with 20 child sex crime-related counts. According to court documents recently filed in Hamilton County, 63-year-old Charles Coriaty was charged with: A news release from the Fishers Police Department stated that a cybertip was investigated by the Hamilton County Metro ICAC Task Force. […]

FISHERS, Ind. — A 63-year-old Fishers man faces 20 felony counts accusing him of using artificial intelligence app to make clothed photos of young people in swimsuits or sports advertisements appear nude. A judge set his bond at $2.5 million cash only. In a news release issued Wednesday, the Hamilton County Metro Internet Crimes Against […]

A 63-year-old man was charged in connection with a child sex crimes case, according to Hamilton County ICAC Task Force.

MARION COUNTY, Ind. — Kerry Forestal has resigned as Marion County Sheriff following his election victory to the Indiana State Senate. Forestal, a Democrat, was elected to Indiana Senate District 31, which includes Fishers, Geist, and part of Marion County. He defeated Republican Juanita Albright with nearly 58% of the vote. Term limits prevented Forestal […]

STATEHOUSE — The Indiana Senate Majority Caucus voted vote and elect State Sen. Chris Garten as their choice for Senate President Pro Tempore. Caucus members met Wednesday in Indianapolis to elect its leadership team for the upcoming 125th General Assembly. They selected Garten to take over outgoing President Pro Tem Rodric Bray. Under Senate rules, […]

STATEWIDE — Indiana Gov. Mike Braun signed executive orders Wednesday to prioritize affordability, extending the state’s gas tax suspension for another 30 days to help Hoosier families and farmers save money at the pump. Executive Order 26-35 extends the statewide energy emergency from Thursday through Dec. 4, continuing the suspension on Indiana’s Gasoline Excise Tax […]

In the aftermath of the midterm elections, Baker & Cruz discussed the results in Indiana and their political implications with Dr. Laura Wilson, associate professor of political science at the University of Indianapolis. Key outcomes include Democrat Beau Bayh’s victory in the secretary of state race, J.D. Ford’s upset win in the 5th Congressional District, […]