Star City News

25/07/2025

The average residential electricity bill in Indiana is costing $28 more per month than last year

While some Lafayette residents are upset with the increasing cost, others hope the hike helps the power grid strengthen itself against outages, other threats.

25/07/2025

Lafayette is ready for the Tippecanoe 4-H Fair no matter how hot it is outside.

Star City News chatted with families and friends who were enjoying the 4-H fair in the hot heat wave.

25/07/2025

For this weeks Sports Star West Lafayette High School Football sets big goals for an experienced group

After last season ended in heartbreak, this years team looks to use their experience to achieve their goals.

25/07/2025

Indiana AG warns Brickyard 400 fans to beware of ticket scams and stay safe online.

Attorney General Todd Rokita cautions Brickyard 400 attendees to watch out for ticket scams and online fraud. He urges fans to stay vigilant and offers tips to avoid being scammed

25/07/2025

There are new details after fire crews contained an explosion and fire at a Lafayette fuel facility. No injuries were reported.

On July 23, a storage tank at Swift Fuels in Lafayette caught fire after an explosion. Fire crews contained the blaze involving toluene, closed US-52, evacuated nearby businesses, and reported

25/07/2025

Beginning at 8 a.m. on Monday, the intersection of 9th and Main Street will be closed to repair a sinkhole. The work should be completed by 5 p.m. and the intersection reopened. Please use caution when driving through the area and follow the detour signage.

25/07/2025

Marcus Trevor Bartole found guilty on multiple felonies, including failure to register as a s*x offender.

On July 23, 2025, Marcus Trevor Bartole was convicted of failure to register as a s*x or violent offender on two felony counts. He had prior convictions including r**e and

25/07/2025

Join Lafayette’s free workshops to learn how heat pumps can save energy and money!

Lafayette invites residents and businesses to free “Heat Pumps 101” workshops across the city. Learn how heat pumps save energy, reduce emissions, and access rebates. Part of the city’s Heat

25/07/2025

Stay safe on the road: avoid following reckless drivers and call police if you feel threatened.

The Tippecanoe County Sheriff’s Office advises drivers to avoid following reckless drivers, maintain space at stoplights, avoid eye contact, and call police if threatened. Staying calm helps prevent road rage.

25/07/2025

Montrell Jolly found guilty in the death of his 4-year-old son. Status hearing set for August 1.

Montrell Jolly was convicted Thursday of neglect, aggravated battery, and battery causing the death of his 4-year-old son, Ke’Andre Jolly. A status hearing is scheduled for August 1.

24/07/2025

Lafayette’s Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) has expanded!

Last week city council approved expansion for the designated outdoor refreshment area.

24/07/2025

Tropicanoe Cove hosted shark-themed fun to help families beat the heat! From scavenger hunts to shark hats, kids stayed cool and active. Shark Week wraps up Saturday, but more events are ahead—like Sensory Swim night on August 5!

The Lafayette water park’s shark-themed activities are one way kids are cooling off and staying energized this week.