Stories tagged with "pmupdate"

Prof: End-of-times fad rises from hard times by indystar

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — A Purdue University assistant professor says the recent Hollywood focus on apocalyptic movies is no surprise given the nation’s economic... – Nov 13, 2009 at 8:04 AM in Entertainment

Indianapolis-bound plane diverts with landing gear problem by indystar

DAYTON, Ohio — A US Airways plane en route to Indianapolis was diverted to Dayton International Airport after the crew reported a problem with the landing gear. Airline... – Nov 13, 2009 at 8:03 AM in News

Northern Indiana deputy killed in crash by indystar

WARSAW, Ind. — Indiana State Police say a Kosciusko County sheriff’s officer has died in a collision between his cruiser and a truck. State police say Sgt. Jeffery B.... – Nov 13, 2009 at 7:29 AM in News

Car hits woman in wheelchair, companion by John Tuohy

Police today were searching for a motorist who struck a woman in a wheelchair and her companion on the Northeastside. The hit-and-run accident happened at 11 a.m. Thursday near... – Nov 13, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Crime & Courts

Rehabbing Mike Dunleavy rejoins Pacers practice by indystar

Indiana Pacers swingman Mike Dunleavy practiced today for the first time since February. Dunleavy, who is working his way back from right knee surgery in March, is limited to... – Nov 13, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Pacers

Inspectors find mice in Lucas Oil Stadium kitchens by indystar

_ Note: An earlier version of this story erred in saying WTHR first reported this story. It was first reported by WXIN._ Health inspectors have repeatedly cited a food contractor... – Nov 12, 2009 at 8:19 PM in Colts

State reports H1N1 flu claims 3 more Indiana residents by Shari Rudavsky

Three more Indiana residents died last week in the H1N1 flu pandemic, bringing the total who have died since June to 22. State health officials also reported today that they... – Nov 12, 2009 at 1:37 PM in Communities

GOP leaders to push district map proposal by Mary Beth

Senate President Pro Tempore David Long said today that he, along with other Senate Republicans, will push for changes in how Indiana draws legislative districts, including... – Nov 12, 2009 at 1:00 PM in Politics & Government

Youth minister charged with sexual battery by John Tuohy

A youth minister has been charged with sexual battery for making sexual advances toward two women. Byron Alston, 46, was arrested on a warrant Tuesday and charged with two counts... – Nov 12, 2009 at 12:38 PM in Crime & Courts

Majestic Star casinos go into default by indystar

GARY, Ind. — The company that owns two casinos along Indiana’s Lake Michigan shore and others in Mississippi and Colorado has been declared in default on nearly $80... – Nov 12, 2009 at 10:19 AM in Business

Soldiers & Sailors Monument repairs go on by indystar

Work to repair and renovate the Soldiers and Sailors Monument in Downtown Indianapolis is taking longer than expected. The landmark was closed in mid-September for what was... – Nov 12, 2009 at 9:32 AM in News

Indianapolis tourism grows despite budget cuts by Tom Spalding

Despite a 32 percent decrease in money spent on advertising, Indianapolis leaders report tourism rose during the summer, although visitors here spent less. The return on... – Nov 12, 2009 at 9:15 AM in Business

Majestic Star casino company misses debt payments by indystar

GARY, Ind. — The company that owns two casinos along Indiana’s Lake Michigan shore and others in Mississippi and Colorado has been declared in default on nearly $80... – Nov 12, 2009 at 8:51 AM in Business

Facebook alibi frees NYC robbery suspect by indystar

NEW YORK — A 19-year-old New York City man arrested on robbery charges has been exonerated thanks to his Facebook page. Rodney Bradford was held for 12 days on suspicion of... – Nov 12, 2009 at 8:27 AM in Nation & World

Lou Dobbs, CNN part ways by indystar

NEW YORK — Lou Dobbs may have left his anchor chair, but he says he’ll keep talking. The last of the original CNN hosts, Dobbs told viewers on Wednesday that he was... – Nov 12, 2009 at 8:25 AM in Entertainment

Wal-Mart posts 3% rise in profit for 3Q by indystar

Wal-Mart Stores Inc., one of the top employers in Indiana, today reported a 3.2 percent increase in third-quarter profit, helped by inventory controls and other cost-cutting... – Nov 12, 2009 at 8:08 AM in Business

4Q profits improve at Hill-Rom by indystar

Despite lower revenues, Hill-Rom Holdings Inc., on Wednesday reported better than expected earnings for the fourth quarter. * More coverage: Cincinnati Enquirer story on... – Nov 12, 2009 at 7:57 AM in Business

Indianapolis' 500 Festival to announce 2010 theme by Tom Spalding

Indianapolis’ 500 Festival is scheduled to announce its 2010 theme at the first of four corporate member events tonight, and in attendance will be racecar driver Scott... – Nov 12, 2009 at 7:41 AM in Business

Environmental group plans green forum by indystar

Indiana’s largest environmental group is hosting a forum this weekend focusing on what the state’s upcoming legislative session could mean for renewable energy, mass... – Nov 12, 2009 at 7:32 AM in Politics & Government

Evansville principal accused of shoplifting by indystar

EVANSVILLE, Ind. — An elementary school principal has been suspended with pay in an alleged shoplifting case. Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Deputy Rob Clark cited and... – Nov 12, 2009 at 7:31 AM in Crime & Courts