Wednesday, April 17 2013 4:11 PM EDT2013-04-17 20:11:10 GMT
Lawmakers have given final approval to a two-year extension of regulations on temporary outdoor stage rigging developed after the deadly Indiana State Fair stage collapse. The proposal would keep in placeMore >>
The proposal would keep in place until 2016 the temporary rules that were approved last summer by Indiana's building safety commission.More >>
Thursday, February 14 2013 6:17 PM EST2013-02-14 23:17:36 GMT
13 Investigates gives you the first look into new national guidelines to keep people safe at outdoor structures and entertainment venues. The Event Safety Guide was written in part as a result of theMore >>
The Event Safety Guide was written in part as a result of the Indiana State Fair stage rigging collapse on August 13, 2011, and other incidents that put concert-goers in danger.More >>
Wednesday, January 23 2013 6:30 PM EST2013-01-23 23:30:31 GMT
The Indiana House has backed a two-year extension of regulations on temporary outdoor stage rigging developed in response to the deadly State Fair stage collapse. The House voted 92-1 Wednesday to advanceMore >>
The Indiana House has backed a two-year extension of regulations on temporary outdoor stage rigging developed in response to the deadly State Fair stage collapse.More >>
Tuesday, January 15 2013 3:33 PM EST2013-01-15 20:33:44 GMT
An Indiana House committee has endorsed a two-year extension of regulations on temporary outdoor stage rigging developed following the deadly State Fair stage collapse. The House public safety committeeMore >>
An Indiana House committee has endorsed a two-year extension of regulations on temporary outdoor stage rigging developed following the deadly State Fair stage collapse.More >>
Friday, December 21 2012 5:29 AM EST2012-12-21 10:29:21 GMT
The Indiana attorney general's office is sending out checks for a total of $6 million to 59 victims of 2011's deadly stage collapse. That's the amount of supplemental relief that was approved earlierMore >>
The Indiana attorney general's office is sending out checks for a total of $6 million to 59 victims of 2011's deadly stage collapse. That's the amount of supplemental relief that was approved earlierMore >>
Friday, November 9 2012 4:40 PM EST2012-11-09 21:40:10 GMT
An Indianapolis woman was sentenced to work release and probation after pleading guilty to trying to collect money intended for victims of the 2011 State Fair stage collapse. Stephanie Murry pleaded guiltyMore >>
An Indianapolis woman was sentenced to work release and probation after pleading guilty to trying to collect money intended for victims of the 2011 State Fair stage collapse.More >>
Tuesday, October 30 2012 12:59 PM EDT2012-10-30 16:59:23 GMT
Indiana lawmakers are finalizing their proposal for new rules governing temporary stages in an effort to prevent a repeat of last year's deadly Indiana State Fair stage collapse. A legislative committeeMore >>
Indiana lawmakers want to give a state panel two more years to adopt permanent rules intended to prevent a repeat of last year's deadly State Fair stage collapse.More >>
Thursday, October 11 2012 5:02 PM EDT2012-10-11 21:02:15 GMT
The Indiana State Fair is canceling paid concerts at next year's fair after shows moved to downtown Indianapolis following a deadly 2011 stage rigging collapse failed to attract big crowds during August'sMore >>
The Indiana State Fair is canceling paid concerts at next year's fair after shows moved to downtown Indianapolis following a deadly 2011 stage rigging collapse failed to attract big crowds during August's fair.More >>
Friday, September 28 2012 3:58 PM EDT2012-09-28 19:58:29 GMT
An Indianapolis woman was sentenced to four years after pleading guilty to filing a false claim in the Indiana State Fair stage collapse. Sandra Hurn pleaded guilty to charges stemming from false claimsMore >>
An Indianapolis woman was sentenced to four years after pleading guilty to filing a false claim in the Indiana State Fair stage collapse.More >>
Thursday, September 27 2012 3:42 PM EDT2012-09-27 19:42:35 GMT
Indiana lawmakers pondering new rules governing the type of temporary outdoor stage rigging involved in last summer's deadly State Fair stage collapse say they want to make sure the state doesn't overwhelmMore >>
Indiana lawmakers pondering new rules governing the type of temporary outdoor stage rigging involved in last summer's deadly State Fair stage collapse say they want to make sure the state doesn't overwhelm smaller events like county fairs with regulations.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 1:28 AM EDT2013-05-20 05:28:32 GMT
Tony Parker had 20 points and nine assists, Kawhi Leonard scored 18 points and the San Antonio Spurs struck first in the Western Conference finals by beating the Memphis Grizzlies 105-83 on Sunday. TheMore >>
Tony Parker had 20 points and nine assists, Kawhi Leonard scored 18 points and the San Antonio Spurs struck first in the Western Conference finals by beating the Memphis Grizzlies 105-83 on Sunday.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 1:24 AM EDT2013-05-20 05:24:45 GMT
One of several tornadoes spawned by a powerful storm system rumbling through the Plains and Midwest has leveled several mobile homes in an area southeast of Oklahoma City. Reports of injuries in theMore >>
One of several tornadoes spawned by a powerful storm system rumbling through the Plains and Midwest has leveled several mobile homes in an area southeast of Oklahoma City. One man was found dead there.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 12:00 AM EDT2013-05-20 04:00:01 GMT
The Indianapolis 500 does not start without Jim Nabors and the Pacers don't advance in the NBA Playoffs without hearing at least one "boom baby" from Slick Leonard. Some traditions you just don't messMore >>
The last time the Pacers played on race day was 2004. It will happen again Sunday, opening the possibilities for fans to see both. They might even get tickets to both for $100 total.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 9:01 PM EDT2013-05-20 01:01:41 GMT
Indianapolis firefighters are on the scene of a large spill at a Shell gas station at the intersection of 30th and Illinois Street Sunday afternoon. Firefighters were dispatched just after 5 p.m. to theMore >>
Indianapolis firefighters are on the scene of a large spill at a Shell gas station at the intersection of 30th and Illinois Street Sunday afternoon.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 7:42 PM EDT2013-05-19 23:42:05 GMT
Bump Day at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway can take you to the highest of the highs and the lowest of the lows. For those who haven't qualified, Sunday was do or die. It was an emotional ride for oneMore >>
Bump Day at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway can take you to the highest of the highs and the lowest of the lows.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 7:40 PM EDT2013-05-19 23:40:16 GMT
Safety for an international event like the Indy 500 is planned well in advance. However, those plans are constantly changed and updated, depending on what's happening the day of the race. For the firstMore >>
Safety for an international event like the Indy 500 is planned well in advance. However, those plans are constantly changed and updated, depending on what's happening the day of the race.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 7:34 PM EDT2013-05-19 23:34:13 GMT
Two young American drivers who had a rough night Saturday, made qualifying for the Indianapolis 500 look easy Sunday. One day after getting bumped from the top 24 starting spots for the Indianapolis 500,More >>
Two young American drivers who had a rough night Saturday, made qualifying for the Indianapolis 500 look easy Sunday.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 5:43 PM EDT2013-05-19 21:43:53 GMT
There could be bumping at Indianapolis this weekend. Schmidt Peterson Motorsports said Saturday afternoon that it has hired British driver Katherine Legge to drive the No. 81 car. That gives IndianapolisMore >>
British driver Katherine Legge has become the 33rd driver to qualify for next week's Indianapolis 500, assuring race organizers of a full field.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 4:25 PM EDT2013-05-19 20:25:39 GMT
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Detectives arrested two men Sunday who they believe intentionally set an early morning fire that caused about $40,000 in damage. Indianapolis Fire Department firefighters were dispatched to the 2000More >>
Detectives arrested two men Sunday who they believe intentionally set an early morning fire that caused about $40,000 in damage.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 3:30 PM EDT2013-05-19 19:30:36 GMT
A year ago in the playoffs, Indiana coach Frank Vogel raised the ire of the Miami Heat by accusing them of flopping. Different words are resonating with the Heat again now. Not long after the PacersMore >>
A year ago in the playoffs, Indiana coach Frank Vogel raised the ire of the Miami Heat by accusing them of flopping.More >>
INDIANAPOLIS -
A deal giving more money to victims of a deadly Indiana stage collapse is designed to shield the state from litigation by the company that owned the stage.
Lawmakers voted this year to give $6 million to the families of the seven people killed and those injured when high winds toppled stage rigging onto fans awaiting an Aug. 13, 2011, show by the country duo Sugarland.
Attorney General Greg Zoeller announced in June that victims could share another $7.2 million offered by the stage owner and manufacturer if they agreed not to sue the companies.
The state could have been on the hook for more money if stage owner Mid-America lost lawsuits against it. Mid-America says the Indiana State Fair took responsibility for the stage when it leased it.
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Sunday, May 19 2013 1:10 PM EDT2013-05-19 17:10:17 GMT
A crash involving three vehicles near Muncie has sent as many as seven people - including five children - to a hospital. Officers on scene tell The Star Press that all of the injuries are non-life-threatening. TheMore >>
A crash involving three vehicles near Muncie has sent as many as seven people - including five children - to a hospital.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 8:58 AM EDT2013-05-19 12:58:21 GMT
A Los Angeles sheriff's spokesman says 'Terminator 2' star Edward Furlong has been arrested on suspicion of violating a restraining order filed by his ex-girlfriend. Sheriff's spokesman Steve WhitmoreMore >>
A Los Angeles sheriff's spokesman says 'Terminator 2' star Edward Furlong has been arrested on suspicion of violating a restraining order filed by his ex-girlfriend.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 2:33 AM EDT2013-05-19 06:33:25 GMT
Check your ticket to see if you have the winning Powerball numbers: Tonight's $600 million jackpot is the largest jackpot in Powerball history and the second largest among U.S. Lottery jackpots. FingersMore >>
Check your ticket to see if you matched any Powerball numbers: 10-13-14-22-52 Powerball 11More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 5:43 PM EDT2013-05-19 21:43:53 GMT
There could be bumping at Indianapolis this weekend. Schmidt Peterson Motorsports said Saturday afternoon that it has hired British driver Katherine Legge to drive the No. 81 car. That gives IndianapolisMore >>
British driver Katherine Legge has become the 33rd driver to qualify for next week's Indianapolis 500, assuring race organizers of a full field.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 3:25 PM EDT2013-05-19 19:25:56 GMT
Conservation officers recovered the body of a woman from the Empire Quarry in southern Indiana early Sunday morning. Officers were called to the quarry after a report of a body floating in the water.More >>
Conservation officers recovered the body of a woman from the Empire Quarry in southern Indiana early Sunday morning.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 9:03 AM EDT2013-05-19 13:03:40 GMT
Witnesses described a frantic scene and close calls after an elderly driver plowed into dozens of hikers marching in a small Virginia mountain town's parade. Investigators say they are looking into whetherMore >>
Witnesses described a frantic scene and close calls after an elderly driver plowed into dozens of hikers marching in a small Virginia mountain town's parade.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 9:11 AM EDT2013-05-19 13:11:40 GMT
A senior White House adviser insists President Barack Obama learned the Internal Revenue Service had been targeting tea party groups "when it came out in the news." Speaking Sunday on CNN's "State ofMore >>
A senior White House adviser insists President Barack Obama learned the Internal Revenue Service had been targeting tea party groups "when it came out in the news."More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 10:45 PM EDT2013-05-20 02:45:15 GMT
It's been a quiet tornado season so far in Indiana, but experts caution it's far from over. Preliminary reports from the National Weather Service indicate Indiana has had four weak tornadoes this year,More >>
It's been a quiet tornado season so far in Indiana, but experts caution it's far from over.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 3:18 PM EDT2013-05-17 19:18:48 GMT
CeCe Bruce has received a couple of large tips in her life, but nothing like he one she got Wednesday morning. CeCe, a waitress at the Steak 'n Shake restaurant at Keystone and 54th Street, receivedMore >>
CeCe Bruce has received a couple of large tips in her career, but nothing like the one she got Wednesday morning.More >>
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