Indianapolis sex trafficker sentenced to three life sentences in federal prison
U.S. District Judge Tanya Pratt sentenced Kristopher McDonald, 37, to three life sentences in federal prison for sex trafficking and murder.
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Opinions November 26, 2025
Indiana Court of Appeals
Mary Kem, Kevin J. Roseberry, Rita J. Bass, and Fred E. Kem v. Reggie Spencer
24A-PL-1936
Civil plenary. Affirms the Grant Circuit Court’s order that denied Mary Kern, Kevin Roseberry, Rita Bass and Fred Kern’s motion to transfer venue to Jasper County. Finds that Grant County is a preferred venue under Indiana Trial Rule 75(A)(2). Also finds that the trial court did not err when it denied their motion to transfer venue for their complaint from Grant County to Jasper County. Attorneys for appellant: Gregory Neibarger, Charles Oswald. No attorney listed for appellee.
Federal agency boosts size of single-family loans government can guarantee to $832,750
Beginning next year, mortgage buyers Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will be able to acquire loans of up to $832,750 on single-family homes in most of the country, the agency said Tuesday.
Indiana unveils multi-year rural health plan in newly released federal application
The plan is described as a “collaborative effort” to be jointly led by the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration and the Indiana Department of Health.
Trump administration plan to review Biden-era refugees sparks worry and uncertainty
The Trump administration’s plan to review all refugees admitted to the United States under the Biden administration is weighing heavily on people who could be affected by the evaluation.
Judge’s footnote on immigration agents using AI raises accuracy and privacy concerns
Law enforcement agencies across the country have been grappling with how to create guardrails that allow officers to use the increasingly available AI technology while maintaining accuracy, privacy and professionalism.
Indiana lawmakers will return to Statehouse for redistricting proposal after all
Minutes after the Indiana House confirmed it will return to the Statehouse next week to redistrict, Senate Republicans reversed course and will show up Dec. 8 to “make a final decision on any redistricting proposal sent from the House.”
Indianapolis-based Audio Chuck facing lawsuit from podcast creator
The creators of the “Anatomy of Murder” podcast accuse the Indianapolis-based media company of shorting them millions in advertising revenue and failing to do enough to promote the show.
Opinions November 25, 2025
Indiana Court of Appeals
CSX Transportation, Inc. and Daniel B. Cox v. Jasmina Poluciano, Maya Poluciano, and Adny Poluciano, by next friend and parent, Jasmina Poluciano
25A-CT-393
Civil tort. Affirms the Marion Superior Court’s order order denying CSX Transportation and Daniel Cox’s motion to transfer venue in a negligence action filed against them by Jasmina Poluciano and her children, Maya Poluciano and Adny Poluciano. Finds that because the defendants have not shown that the Hendricks County location meets the definition of a “principal office” for purposes of Trial Rule 75(A)(4)’s preferred venue status, the trial court did not err by denying the defendants’ motion to transfer venue to Hendricks County. Attorneys for appellants: Sarah Dimmich, Paul Jefferson. Attorneys for appellees: Robert King, Jr., David Thompson.
Two law firms with southern Indiana presence to merge Jan. 1
The merger will unite more than 325 attorneys in 14 offices across four states.
Indiana pension system launches database to help Hoosiers nab unclaimed retirement benefits
More than 6,000 members of the Indiana Public Retirement System have collectively left behind millions of dollars in benefits.
Judge seeks settlement in ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ civil rights lawsuit
Attorneys representing detainees at the facility are seeking a preliminary injunction to make it easier for their clients to meet and communicate with them.
AP and Trump administration argue access case before federal appeals court
President Donald Trump restricted the AP’s access to events in smaller spaces like the Oval Office and Air Force One, leading the news outlet to sue.
Opinions November 24, 2025
7th Circuit Court of Appeals
Lorena E. Bostic v. Clarence D. Murray and Jan Parsons
23-1665
Civil. Appeal from the United States District Court for the Northern District of Indiana, Hammond Division. Judge Joshua Kolar. Affirms the district court’s granting of summary judgment in favor of Lake County probation officer Miroslav Radiceski’s supervisors, Judge Clarence Murray and Jan Parsons. Finds Parsons and Murray could have done more to prevent Radiceski’s abuse of authority, but their behavior did not rise to a level of deliberate indifference and they were entitled to qualified immunity. Also finds they did not violate Lorena Bostic’s constitutional rights. Attorneys for appellant: David Gladish, Mark Schocke. Attorneys for appellees: Kyle Hunter, James Barta, Benjamin Jones, Katelyn Doering.
Randolph County judge permanently banned from judicial service, keeps law license
The Indiana Supreme Court banned the judge from the bench for committing judicial misconduct through a pattern of mismanagement, delay and dereliction of judicial duties.
Indianapolis men face lengthy prison terms after multiple 2022 armed robberies
U.S. District Court Judge Sarah Evans Barker sentenced Donta Allen, 28, and Lance McGee, 33, to federal prison for their roles in 11 armed robberies across Marion County.
Judge dismisses Comey, James indictments after finding that prosecutor was illegally appointed
The rulings from U.S. District Judge Cameron McGowan Currie amount to a stunning rebuke of the Trump administration’s efforts to target Trump’s political opponents.
Indy lab agrees to pay over $9M to settle allegations it filed improper Medicare claims
The government says the lab billed Medicare for respiratory pathogen panels that were unnecessary or tied to improper referral arrangements.
Former Sheriff Jamey Noel inches toward paying multimillion-dollar restitution orders
The funds — now sitting in court-controlled escrow accounts — have come from sweeping liquidations of Noel’s properties, classic cars, firearms and various luxury items.
State study on municipal election timing, vote center mandate released
Municipal elections cost Indiana significantly more per vote than midterm and presidential contests, according to a new state study.
