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Indiana driver gets 10 days in deaths of 2 girls by indystar

SOUTH BEND, Ind. — A northern Indiana man who admitted having marijuana in his system when his car fatally struck two young girls will spend 10 days in jail. St. Joseph... – Nov 20, 2009 at 7:57 AM in Crime & Courts

Reward offered for killing of South Bend dog by indystar

SOUTH BEND, Ind. — South Bend residents outraged by a dog’s shooting death during a home robbery are collecting reward money they hope leads to the arrest of the... – Nov 20, 2009 at 7:45 AM in Crime & Courts

Indiana church's sign viewed as knock on Allah by indystar

TERRE HAUTE, Ind. — A Terre Haute church upset some residents with a message on its outdoor sign that mentioned Allah. The sign outside the Bible Baptist Church was recently... – Nov 20, 2009 at 7:22 AM in News

Turner to be sentenced in seven Indianapolis murders by indystar

An Indianapolis man convicted of killing three children and four adults during a home invasion robbery three years ago is facing a sentence of life in prison. Marion Superior Court... – Nov 20, 2009 at 7:21 AM in Crime & Courts

Indiana prison stops serving lunch three days a week by John Tuohy

Civil rights groups, lawmakers critical of program at Plainfield eliminating midday meal 3 days a week The inmates at Plainfield Correctional Facility can’t be accused of... – Nov 20, 2009 at 12:40 AM in Communities

Veolia, city looking for ways out of hot water by Francesca Jarosz

Council panel not happy with bid to raise rates 35% Several years without water rate increases, a national financial meltdown and federally mandated upgrades have driven the... – Nov 20, 2009 at 12:39 AM in Politics & Government

About 1,000 greet Sarah Palin at book signing in Noblesville by Carrie Ritchie

NOBLESVILLE, Ind. — They began showing up Wednesday night, braving the cold and drizzle to get a coveted wristband — their “ticket” to see Sarah Palin. She... – Nov 20, 2009 at 12:38 AM in Politics & Government

Boilers look for freshman or reserve to step up during 3-game event by indystar

With 3 games in 4 days, Boilers need a freshman to step up ST. THOMAS, U.S. Virgin Islands — Any team hoping to win a three-game, four-day tournament must have depth. No. 7... – Nov 20, 2009 at 12:35 AM in Purdue

Johnson about to quietly win his 4th straight NASCAR title by Curt Cavin

A.J. Foyt never did it. Neither did Mario Andretti, Richard Petty, Dale Earnhardt or Don Prudhomme. In fact, a driver winning four consecutive major series championships — as... – Nov 20, 2009 at 12:35 AM in NASCAR

Next Indy car may be lurking in a Pennsylvania tunnel by indystar

The next generation of Indy cars could come from an abandoned tunnel off the Pennsylvania Turnpike east of Pittsburgh. Ben Bowlby , head of engineering for Ganassi Racing and a... – Nov 20, 2009 at 12:35 AM in Motorsports

Old Oaken Bucket game: 30 years ago -- a magical season by Jeff Rabjohns

Thirty years ago, Purdue defeated Indiana 37-21 for the Old Oaken Bucket, but what happened after that game is what made it a historic season. The Boilermakers beat Tennessee 27-22... – Nov 20, 2009 at 12:35 AM in Sports

Rebels blast past Hoosiers by Terry Hutchens

Behind Holloway’s 26 points, Ole Miss picks apart IU’s zone SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Mississippi had too much athleticism, too much physicality and too much speed... – Nov 20, 2009 at 12:34 AM in Indiana University

Lawrence Twp. students learn some swift ballroom steps by Kevin Oneal

Elementary school children need to be challenged and given a chance to succeed, say leaders at Lawrence Township’s Winding Ridge Elementary School. And that’s the idea... – Nov 20, 2009 at 12:21 AM in Communities

No. 2 mall company may not sell its holdings by Jeff Swiatek

Bankrupt mall developer General Growth Properties said Thursday it has restructured a large chunk of its mortgage debt and hopes to start exiting bankruptcy court by the end of the... – Nov 20, 2009 at 12:21 AM in Business

Speedway makeover begins by Josh Duke

Launch of redevelopment aims to make racing mecca more inviting For longtime residents such as Ed Frazier, Thursday was a historic day in Speedway. In front of a backdrop of... – Nov 20, 2009 at 12:20 AM in Communities

Number of H1N1 cases is declining, Indiana health officials say by Shari Rudavsky

State is still receiving vaccine; area counties set additional clinics Although six Indiana residents died last week from H1N1 influenza, state health officials say they continue... – Nov 20, 2009 at 12:19 AM in Communities

Duncan says U.S. has chance to reform education system by agammill

Indiana educators applaud many of his ideas but fear political, bureaucratic hurdles U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan told educators at a conference Thursday in Indianapolis... – Nov 20, 2009 at 12:18 AM in Communities

Subject of movie hasn't seen it yet by indystar

BALTIMORE — The movie based on his life story premiered in New York on Tuesday night and nationwide today, but Baltimore Ravens rookie offensive lineman Michael Oher has yet... – Nov 20, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Colts

Brebeuf star Rafdal is volleball player of the year by indystar

Name: Lauren Rafdal. Nickname: “Lo or Rafiki.” Best non-volleyball sports moment: “When I was 14, I pitched in the National Softball Association World Series... – Nov 20, 2009 at 12:00 AM in High school volleyball

Battery business opens in Noblesville by indystar

NOBLESVILLE — A new store specializes in batteries, carrying thousands of them for common items such as watches. Batteries Plus, 2640 E. Conner St., also has harder-to-find... – Nov 20, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Noblesville