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  • Broomfield’s Shayla Martinez remains perfect as she repeats as state wrestling champ

    DENVER — Broomfield freshman Bella Barajas was conflicted at the state wrestling tournament Saturday evening.

    Standing inside the tunnels at Ball Arena, now in street clothes, she beamed when asked about her sister, Shayla Martinez, the early headlining champion who had just won her second straight 5A girls 190-pound title.

    As for Barajas’ own tournament — where she’d placed sixth at 170 pounds — her face momentarily fell before finding some consolation.

    DENVER — Broomfield’s Shayla Martinez caps a perfect season, winning her second straight state title at 5A girls 190 pounds at Ball Arena on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026. (Photo by Brent W. New/BoCoPreps)

    “She placed (on the podium) her first season, and then went on to win twice,” Barajas said of Martinez. “I want to be wrestling for the top of the podium next year with her. I want to follow in her footsteps.”

    Barajas eventually caved and said she was proud of herself for making the podium in her first season. But she was more interested in talking about her sister — the athlete and mentor.

    Big sister was listening in.

    “She wants to follow in my footsteps, I heard her say,” Martinez said as she shook her head and smiled, watching Barajas as she disappeared into the distance. “I want her to create her own footsteps for other people to follow and look up to.”

    Martinez then paused. For the first time since winning gold Saturday, her eyes welled up with tears.

    “My sister — she’s a hard worker,” Martinez continued. “She’s a three-sport athlete. I want her to keep her head up high. I’m so proud of her.”

    Of course, Martinez would characterize the joy of winning her second straight state title largely through the fact that she got to wrestle on the same team as her sister.

    But she could’ve framed it in many ways: like the fact that she called her shot to repeat an entire year ago, before she’d even left Ball Arena after last season’s state tournament.

    This winter, she went on to declare that winning a second straight state title wouldn’t be enough — it needed to be on the back of an undefeated campaign.

    “So last year she had one loss,” Broomfield first-year girls wrestling coach Luci Schement said last month when she was told Martinez put her undefeated goal in the public sphere. “And so this year, she wanted to come back better.”

    Martinez never wavered. She finished a perfect 40-0 as a junior, registering 34 pins — 12 of which came inside the first 30 seconds of the match.

    At the state tournament, she pinned everyone, sticking Loveland’s Abigail Stearns in the exact same time as she did in last year’s final — 63 seconds.

    With her hand raised in victory Saturday, Martinez put up two fingers to signify the repeat.

    She needed a few more to count all of the people she said helped her reach this moment.

    She thanked the Broomfield boys team, whom she wrestled with, along with the girls team, during the season.

    She highlighted the Eagles community and the one at Brighton High School, her training grounds during the offseason. (She even donned a half-and-half sweatshirt split between Broomfield and Brighton High School before and after her finals match.)

    “Matilda Hruby,” Martinez said, naming Brighton’s 155-pound girls wrestler, who’d later wrestle in the night’s most anticipated match. Hruby was attempting to win her third title against Pomona’s Timberly Martinez, who was eyeing her fourth.

    “I’ve been working with her for a long time and she really pushed me to be the best version of myself,” she added. “She got me here. I’m not going to lie.”

    Martinez — who attends Monarch High — then cracked a wry smile, “I want to be like Matilda but create my own path, you know?”

    That’s right. Even on her biggest day in the sport, Martinez couldn’t go long without thinking of her younger sister.

    “She’s young. She’s our baby,” Martinez said. “I told her to keep her head up high and move forward. Like, ‘You’re still a champion in my eyes.’”

    As for Martinez herself?

    Well, she called her shot. Again.

    “I’m coming for it all,” she said. “I meet hard opponents outside of Colorado, but I want to be the best, so I’m going to do whatever it takes. I want to be the best. I want to be big — something big.”

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DENVER — Broomfield’s Shayla Martinez runs to hug her father Sam Barajas after capping a perfect season by winning her second straight state title at 5A girls 190 pounds at Ball Arena on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026. (Photo by Brent W. New/BoCoPreps)

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  • Sixth person arrested in connection with shooting of judge, wife in Indiana

    A sixth person was arrested Wednesday in connection with the shooting of a judge and his wife in their home in Lafayette, Indiana, in January, local officials said. 

    The Lafayette Police Department reported Wednesday night that 23-year-old Nevaeh Bell was taken into custody in the Jan. 18 shooting that wounded Tippecanoe County Superior Court Judge Steven Meyer and his wife, Kim. 

    Police said Bell faces 12 preliminary felony charges, including two counts of attempted murder and a count of conspiracy to commit murder. 

    Five others were arrested last month after what the Lafayette Police Department called “a coordinated, multi-state operation involving hundreds of investigative hours.” 

    They were identified as 38-year-old Raylen Ferguson and 61-year-old Zenada Greer of Kentucky, as well as Indiana residents Thomas Moss, 43, Blake Smith, 32, and 45-year-old Amanda Milsap.

    Police have accused members of a motorcycle club and a street gang of targeting Meyer, alleging the shooting was part of a scheme to derail a domestic abuse case against Moss, a member of the Detroit-based Phantom MC motorcycle club with ties to the Vice Lords street gang.

    Moss was charged with multiple violent felonies in June 2024 and was out on bond, according to court records, which also show that he was scheduled to go on trial in front of Meyer on Jan. 20 — two days after the shooting took place. 

    FILE — Steven Meyer, a state judge in Tippecanoe County in Indiana, who was hurt in a shooting at his home on Jan. 18, 2026. This photo is from Nov. 4, 2014. 

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    Meyer and his wife, Kim, were shot at their home. Steven Meyer suffered an injury to his arm, and Kimberly Meyer sustained an injury to her hip, according to police. 

    According to a recording of the emergency dispatch operator, the caller who reported the shooting said there was a knock on the door, someone told them we have your dog, and then a shot came through the door. 

    Kim Meyer said in a statement last month that she and her husband have “great confidence” in the Lafayette police investigation and thanked all the agencies involved.

    “We are also incredibly grateful for the outpouring of support from the community; everyone has been so kind and compassionate,” she said. “We would especially like to thank the medical personnel who provided care and assistance to us following the incident.” 

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  • 2 dogs dead after pair of coyote attacks in Lafayette backyards

    Two small dogs were killed in separate attacks when coyotes jumped Lafayette fences into backyards that faced open space in less than one week.

    An adult Pomeranian was killed in northwest Lafayette around 7 a.m. Saturday when a coyote attacked it in a backyard that faces open space in the 2800 block of Shoshone Trail, according to Lafayette Police Department Sgt. Jeremy Molander. Another dog, an adult cocker spaniel, was killed in northeast Lafayette around 10 a.m. Tuesday in a similar backyard in the 1200 block of Hawk Ridge Road, Molander said.

    Both dogs were outside unattended when the coyotes attacked, Molander said in an email.

    “Although it is fairly rare, pets can sometimes look like prey to wildlife,” the Lafayette Police Department wrote in a social media post.

    Police notified the Colorado Department of Parks and Wildlife of both attacks, Molander said.

    Kara Van Hoose, a spokesperson for the wildlife agency, said it is important for residents in the Lafayette, Erie and Broomfield areas, particularly those who live near open space, to know they are living in “coyote country.”

    Three dogs were killed by coyotes in Broomfield in the fall.

    Van Hoose recommended pet owners keep an eye on their dogs and make noise when opening doors to let pets outside, particularly around dawn and dusk when coyotes are most active.

    “Keeping an eye on your pets is a huge, huge deal and part of being a responsible pet owner,” she said.

    The parks and wildlife department has additional recommendations for people to stay safe and protect pets in the presence of coyotes, according to the department’s website.

    • Secure garbage, pet food, birdfeeders and compost piles

    • For residents with coyotes near their homes, consider radios, motion-activated lighting, strobe lights, sirens or odor deterrents.

    • Keep pets up to date on vaccines.

    • Keep cats indoors and always supervise pets when they’re outdoors.

    • If a dog must be kept outside, keep it in a fully enclosed kennel.

    • Keep pets on a short leash and never let them play or interact with wildlife.

    • Pick up small dogs when coyotes are present.

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  • Judge, wife shot in home in Lafayette, Indiana

    A judge and his wife were shot and wounded in their home on Sunday in Lafayette, Indiana, officials said.

    The Indiana Supreme Court said Tippecanoe Superior Court 2 Judge Steven Meyer and his wife, Kim, were shot at their home, and the shooter was “purportedly still at large” as of Monday, state Supreme Court Chief Justice Loretta H. Rush said in a statement.

    Lafayette Police said they responded to the home on Mill Pond Lane on Sunday afternoon and found the two victims, who are receiving medical treatment and in stable condition. Police said Steven Meyer suffered an injury to his arm and Kim Meyer had an injury to her hip.

    “This remains an active and ongoing joint investigation” involving local and state police, the county sheriff’s office, county prosecutors and the FBI, Lafayette Police said Monday.

    Tippecanoe County Sheriff Robert Goldsmith told CBS News there will be extra security at the courthouse for the foreseeable future.  He said they aren’t aware of any threats against the judge or others in the courthouse.

    “I worry about the safety of all our judges. As you work to peacefully resolve more than 1 million cases a year, you must not only feel safe, you must also be safe. Any violence against a judge or a judge’s family is completely unacceptable,” Indiana Chief Justice Rush said. “I know you join me in praying for Steve and Kim and their speedy recovery. Meantime, please remain vigilant in your own security.”

    Lafayette Mayor Tony Roswarski said his thoughts and prayers are with the Meyer family.

    “I want to ensure the community that every available resource is being used to apprehend the individual(s) responsible for this senseless and unacceptable act of violence,” the mayor staid in a statement. “I have tremendous confidence in the Lafayette Police Department and want to thank all of the local, state, and federal agencies who are assisting in this investigation.”

    Court cases will go forward in Tippecanoe County, Indiana, where the chief judge has readied the state Supreme Court Office of Judicial Administration to assist.

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  • Former teacher arrested on child sexual assault material charges hired in Jeffco after SVVSD recommended he not return

    A former Arvada teacher arrested Monday for reportedly creating and selling child sexual assault material was found to have violated St. Vrain Valley School District policies in 2023 for interactions he had with students at Erie Middle School, and officials recommended the teacher not return to the district.

    That finding was not shared with Jefferson County School District when it hired the teacher, according to an arrest affidavit.

    SVVSD officials said Wednesday that they were evaluating whether they could fire the teacher, 39-year-old Patricio Alejandro Illanes, when he resigned in late 2023.

    Illanes faces 40 counts of sexual exploitation of a child in addition to 10 counts of unlawful practice of occupation or profession, according to a Boulder County Sheriff’s Office release.

    Illanes reportedly photographed or took videos of at least 10 students at four different schools or youth program locations, including Centaurus High School, New Meridian High School and Erie Middle School, over the course of nine years, according to an arrest affidavit.

    In 2023, a school employee reported to an Erie police school resource officer that he had overheard a 14-year-old boy describe an interaction he had with Illanes to another student.

    The boy said Illanes had asked him to stay after class to help him with a video project, and the boy agreed, according to the affidavit. Illanes then instructed the boy to remove his shirt and shoes and pretend to be a lifeguard. The student said Illanes told him that he would pretend to chloroform him and instructed the student to pretend to be knocked out.

    When Erie police interviewed Illanes, he “provided a similar story” but said he never touched the students inappropriately and that their shirts remained on, according to the affidavit. Illanes gave police the videos he had recorded, which showed the interaction described by the student, but with the student wearing a lifeguard shirt over a long-sleeve shirt.

    Two other minors later told police Illanes asked them to help him with a project, then videotaped or photographed them in costumes.

    In an October 2025 interview with police, Illanes said he did not use the videos for sexual gratification and understood the incident was “not an appropriate thing,” according to the affidavit.

    The Erie police criminal investigation into the incident was “unfounded,” according to the affidavit.

    An SVVSD internal investigation found that Illanes had violated district policies and recommended that he “not return” to Erie Middle School or any school in the district.

    Illanes resigned in December that year. He was hired to work at Arvada Senior High School in 2024.

    When Illanes resigned, SVVSD was evaluating whether it had “sufficient grounds” under state teacher employment laws to fire him, according to Kerri McDermid, the district’s chief of staff and strategic priorities.

    Jefferson County School District officials told police they never received the SVVSD internal investigation report, and had they known about it, they wouldn’t have hired Illanes, the affidavit stated.

    SVVSD officials told police Jeffco officials had not asked for the report and that they had been served a court document restricting them from sharing it, but did not provide the court document to police, according to the affidavit.

    McDermid said the SVVSD human resources department and Illanes’ former supervisor at Erie Middle School do not have a record of receiving a reference or information request from Jeffco officials until October 2025. At that time, the district provided the information they were allowed to disclose under law, she said.

    This is a developing story and may be updated.

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  • Acalanes’ Joel Isaac is Bay Area News Group’s prep football coach of year

    Joel Isaac navigated Acalanes through off-season tragedy, led Dons to undefeated regular season and berth in NCS’s top playoff division.


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  • Share the Spirit: Las Trampas helps those with developmental disabilities advocate for themselves

    LAFAYETTE — The campus at Las Trampas bustled as it usually does on the typical weekday, with dozens of intellectually and developmentally disabled individuals engaging with programs designed to stimulate and assist their independent living.

    This day, though, was busier than most.

    State Sen. Tim Grayson (D-CA9) would be visiting them, touring the grounds and meeting with some of the members, who Las Trampas empowers to advocate for themselves.

    The nonprofit, founded in 1938, currently serves 86 individuals ranging from 22 to 72 years old who live with moderate to profound cases of Down syndrome, cerebral palsy and autism. It has the capacity to help up to 120 people, but because of staffing shortages, a waiting list runs more than 50 deep with an average admittance time of two to three years.

    Recently, an even more dire issue has arisen: Around 35-45% of Las Trampas members are recipients of Medicaid, and through a waiver program, those funds amount to $3.5 million of the organization’s $10 million annual budget. That funding could be lost as the federal government implements its “One Big Beautiful Bill,” as it’s called by supporters, and makes planned cuts of nearly $1 trillion from Medicaid nationwide.

    Las Trampas lead direct service provider, Lindsay Brown, and participant Danny Robinson make cookies during the California Senator Tim Grayson's visit to Las Trampas in Lafayette, Calif., on Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2025. Las Trampas is a nonprofit organization that supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) through day programs, residential services, and supported living. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group)
    Las Trampas lead direct service provider, Lindsay Brown, and participant Danny Robinson make cookies during the California Senator Tim Grayson’s visit to Las Trampas in Lafayette, Calif., on Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2025. Las Trampas is a nonprofit organization that supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) through day programs, residential services, and supported living. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group) 

    “To get the senator here to see the critical work that we do on a regular basis is very important,” said Daniel Hogue, who has run the organization for the past 14 years. “It gives them a personal perspective of what their investments are and that removing any of those investments could really be damaging for people like Ariel, who’s now been living on her own for a very long time.”

    One of three self-advocates who helped prepare for and sat in on the meeting, 40-year-old Ariel Bellet lived with her parents until 2018, when she enrolled with Las Trampas. At first, she said she felt “nervous,” but now? “I love it.”

    A proud paycheck earner and owner of a 9-year-old Maltese Chihuahua, Ariel benefits from Las Trampas’ supportive living services, which allow her to live on her own in the community.

    “All of that could get taken away very quickly if things come to pass,” Hogue said.

    That was the topic at hand during an hour-long meeting with the state senator, who Hogue said has been a “very proactive” ally in Sacramento. Grayson lends not only a sympathetic ear but an empathetic one. His older sister, Shari, lives with an intellectual disability, “and I want to make sure those benefits don’t go away,” he said. “I want to make sure that Shari can age with dignity and be her own person and be very well accepted in the community she lives in.”

    California Senator Tim Grayson, second from right, greets Las Trampas participants during a visit at Las Trampas in Lafayette, Calif., on Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2025. Las Trampas is a nonprofit organization that supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) through day programs, residential services, and supported living. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group)
    California Senator Tim Grayson, second from right, greets Las Trampas participants during a visit at Las Trampas in Lafayette, Calif., on Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2025. Las Trampas is a nonprofit organization that supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) through day programs, residential services, and supported living. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group) 

    And that, in turn, is the mission of Las Trampas.

    Grayson was able to witness it firsthand, making stops in classrooms where program participants showed off their artwork, took a break from learning about indigenous music and prepared snacks in the recently renovated kitchen, where all the counters are at wheelchair height. At other times, there are life skills classes and outings into the community.

    Arie and Tevin Whack, who also participated in the meeting and helped guide the tour, are part of Las Trampas’ Vocational and Occupational Advocacy class. On other days, they can be found marching with signs on Mt. Diablo Boulevard, or even advocating for disability rights and inclusion in meetings with legislative aides at the Capitol.

    Las Trampas participant Tevin Whack cleans the windows at Las Trampas in Lafayette, Calif., on Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2025. Las Trampas is a nonprofit organization that supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) through day programs, residential services, and supported living. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group)
    Las Trampas participant Tevin Whack cleans the windows at Las Trampas in Lafayette, Calif., on Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2025. Las Trampas is a nonprofit organization that supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) through day programs, residential services, and supported living. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group) 

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  • Many publicly display support for Donald Trump in Lafayette

    Many publicly display support for Donald Trump in Lafayette

    People across the Bay Area are reacting to the attempted assassination of former president Donald Trump at his rally in Pennsylvania. In the East Bay, some took to the streets to publicly demonstrate their support of Trump.

    Al Norman was just one of many who gathered at an overpass in Lafayette waving flags and condemning political violence.

    “The federal government needs to say we have to be tolerant of both political views and that’s what our country is about to express your political opinions without violence,” Norman said.

    Others at the gathering said the shooting was “horrific” and “earthshattering.”

    At Saturday’s rally, Trump stopped mid-stump and reached for the side of his face as popping sounds rang out over the crowd of supporters. He then crouched down as Secret Service agents rushed to the stage and surrounded him. He was quickly escorted into an armored vehicle, with agents on all sides of him.

    The former president took to social media and said he is blooded by fine after close to 12 bullets were heard to be fired, one grazing his ear.

    Since then, federal authorities have identified the alleged shooter as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks from Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, the FBI Pittsburgh Field Office confirmed Sunday morning.

    Investigators are still working to identify a possible motive for the shooting.

    Max Noel, a retired FBI agent, said the public should be patient as the authorities investigate and provide answers about the shooting and gunman.

    “We’ve got to turn their rhetoric down,” Noel said. “We got to turn the temperature down in this country. We need leaders of all parties, on both sides, to call that out and to make sure that happens so we can go forward and maintain our free society that we all are blessed to have. “

    President Biden highlighted those sentiments twice from the nation’s capital. Once speech coming from the Oval Office in a national address on Sunday.

    “We can’t allow this violence to be normalized,” Biden said. “Political rhetoric in this country has gotten very heated, it’s time to cool it down.”

    He added that although the shooting has heightened emotions the nation must reflect and that “violence has never been the answer.”

    All the discourse comes a day before the Republican National Convention is set to start in Wisconsin.

    President Trump landed in Milwaukee where thousands of Republicans are coming together to formally elect him as the party’s 2024 presidential nominee.

    In the wake of the attempted assassination of former president Donald Trump, President Joe Biden has called on the nation to reflect and for unity in this time. Political Analyst Larry Gerston breaks down the latest developments and what it means going forward. 

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  • 11 Must Try Restaurants in Lafayette, IN: Where the Lafayette Locals Eat

    11 Must Try Restaurants in Lafayette, IN: Where the Lafayette Locals Eat

    If you’re in the mood for a hearty Italian meal at La Scala Italian Restaurant or craving the bold and spicy flavors of Mexican cuisine at El Chicano, the restaurants in Lafayette, IN have it all. Whether you’re a local looking for a new favorite spot or a visitor eager to explore the city’s culinary offerings, Lafayette’s restaurants are sure to leave a lasting impression.

    1. East End Grill

    Cuisine Type: Bar, American Restaurant
    Location: 1016 Main St, Lafayette, IN 47901
    Website: East End Grill

    East End Grill is known for its upscale American cuisine and craft cocktails. The restaurant offers a diverse menu with options ranging from seafood to steak, and it is a popular spot for both locals and visitors.

    2. Great Harvest Bread Co.

    Cuisine Type: Bakery
    Location: 1500 Kossuth St, Lafayette, IN 47905
    Website: Great Harvest Bread Co.

    Great Harvest Bread Co. is a beloved bakery that specializes in freshly baked bread, pastries, and sandwiches. The cozy atmosphere and delicious aroma of freshly baked goods make it a must-visit for bread enthusiasts.

    3. Yatagarasu

    Cuisine Type: Ramen Restaurant
    Location: 533 Main St, Lafayette, IN 47901
    Website: Yatagarasu

    Yatagarasu is a popular ramen restaurant known for its authentic Japanese flavors and hearty noodle bowls. The cozy and inviting ambiance adds to the overall dining experience.

    udon noodles with beef and other appetizers

    4. El Chicano

    Cuisine Type: Mexican Restaurant
    Location: 6 N Earl Ave, Lafayette, IN 47904
    Website: El Chicano

    El Chicano is a vibrant Mexican restaurant offering a wide range of traditional dishes such as tacos, enchiladas, and sizzling fajitas. The colorful decor and lively atmosphere make it a favorite among locals.

    5. La Scala Italian Restaurant

    Cuisine Type: Italian Restaurant
    Location: 312 Main St, Lafayette, IN 47901
    Website: La Scala Italian Restaurant

    La Scala Italian Restaurant is a charming eatery known for its classic Italian cuisine and extensive wine selection. The restaurant’s warm and welcoming ambiance makes it an ideal spot for a romantic dinner or special celebration.

    6. Akropolis

    Cuisine Type: Greek Restaurant
    Location: 3311 South St, Lafayette, IN 47904
    Website: Akropolis

    Akropolis is a delightful Greek restaurant offering a variety of authentic Mediterranean dishes, including gyros, souvlaki, and spanakopita. The restaurant’s friendly staff and cozy setting create a memorable dining experience.

    7. Downtowner Restaurant

    Cuisine Type: American Restaurant
    Location: 2200 Elmwood Ave Ste, Lafayette, IN 47904
    Website: Downtowner Restaurant

    Downtowner Restaurant is a beloved local spot known for its classic American comfort food and welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant’s menu features a variety of hearty dishes, from burgers to homestyle favorites.

    Three different kinds of burgers

    8. Bistro 501

    Cuisine Type: French Restaurant
    Location: 501 Main St, Lafayette, IN 47901
    Website: Bistro 501

    Bistro 501 is an elegant French restaurant offering a sophisticated dining experience with a menu featuring classic French dishes and an extensive wine list. The restaurant’s charming ambiance and impeccable service make it a top choice for fine dining.

    9. Parkway Pizza & Subs

    Cuisine Type: Pizzeria
    Location: 405 Sagamore Pkwy S Ste B1, Lafayette, IN 47905
    Website: Parkway Pizza & Subs

    Parkway Pizza & Subs is a popular pizzeria known for its delicious hand-tossed pizzas, flavorful subs, and fresh salads. The casual and laid-back atmosphere makes it a great spot for a relaxed meal with family and friends.

    10. Little Mexico Ii Restaurant

    Cuisine Type: Mexican Restaurant
    Location: 405 Sagamore Pkwy S Ste A1, Lafayette, IN 47905
    Website: Little Mexico Ii Restaurant

    Little Mexico Ii Restaurant is a vibrant Mexican eatery known for its authentic flavors and generous portions. The restaurant’s festive decor and lively music create a fun and lively dining atmosphere.

    11. Dog N Suds

    Cuisine Type: Burger Joint, American Restaurant
    Location: 601 Sagamore Pkwy S, Lafayette, IN 47905
    Website: Dog N Suds

    Dog N Suds is a classic burger joint offering a nostalgic dining experience with a menu featuring juicy burgers, hot dogs, and creamy root beer floats. The restaurant’s retro vibe and friendly service make it a favorite among locals and visitors alike.

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  • U-Haul crashes into Lafayette Square near White House; driver detained

    U-Haul crashes into Lafayette Square near White House; driver detained

    A U-Haul truck crashed through security barriers around Lafayette Square across the street from the White House on Monday night, the Secret Service said. The driver of the truck was detained. 

    The crash happened just before 10 p.m. ET, Secret Service spokesperson Anthony Guglielmi said in a statement.

    “There were no injuries to any Secret Service or White House personnel and the cause and manner of the crash remain under investigation,” Guglielmi said. “Road closures are in effect and pedestrian walkways are closed as we investigate.”

    The driver was not immediately identified by authorities and it was unclear if the crash was intentional.

    Law enforcement officials could be seen inspecting the truck. Shortly after 11 p.m., the back of the truck was opened and it appeared robots were being used to try to determine if anything dangerous was inside.

    This is a developing story. It will be updated as more information becomes available.

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  • Purdue student charged with murder in roommate’s killing

    Purdue student charged with murder in roommate’s killing

    LAFAYETTE, Ind. — A Purdue University student was charged with murder Thursday in the stabbing death of his roommate, whose body was found by officers sitting in a chair in their campus dorm room.

    Ji Min Sha, a 22-year-old cybersecurity major from Seoul, South Korea, faces one count of murder in the killing of Varun Manish Chheda, 20, of Indianapolis.

    Prosecutors allege that Sha stabbed Chheda, a data science major, several times in the head and neck with a folding knife that officers found on the floor near the chair where Chheda’s body was discovered, according to the Journal & Courier in Lafayette, Indiana.

    Purdue Police Chief Lesley Wiete said last week that Sha called police early on Oct. 5 and told them his roommate was dead in their first-floor dorm room on the campus in West Lafayette, which is about 65 miles (104 kilometers) northwest of Indianapolis.

    Officers who arrested Sha found him wearing clothes with blood on them, prosecutors said, and an autopsy found that Chheda had died of “multiple sharp-force traumatic injuries.”

    Sha appeared in court Thursday afternoon for his initial hearing before a Tippecanoe County magistrate who informed him of his rights and told Sha he could face between 45 and 60 years in prison if he’s convicted of Chheda’s murder. He is being held without bond.

    A message seeking comment from Sha’s attorney, Kyle Cray, was left Thursday afternoon by The Associated Press.

    Prosecutors have not disclosed a motive in the killing. But Sha told reporters “I was blackmailed,” when asked last week why he killed Chheda, without elaborating. He also apologized to Chheda’s family, the Journal & Courier reported.

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  • Purdue University student arrested in killing of roommate

    Purdue University student arrested in killing of roommate

    WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — A Purdue University student was arrested Wednesday in the killing of his roommate in their campus dorm room, authorities said.

    Ji Min Sha, a 22-year-old cybersecurity major from Seoul, South Korea, was arrested on a preliminary murder charge in the killing of 20-year-old Varun Manish Chheda, a 20-year-old data science major from Indianapolis, Purdue Police Chief Lesley Wiete said.

    Tippecanoe County Coroner Carrie Costello said an autopsy determined that Chheda died of “multiple sharp-force traumatic injuries.”

    Wiete said Sha, who goes by the nickname “Jimmy,” called police at around 12:45 a.m. “alerting us to the death of his roommate” in their first-floor dorm room on the campus in West Lafayette, which is about 65 miles (104 kilometers) northwest of Indianapolis, Wiete said.

    He has not been formally charged. Wiete said investigators don’t know why Chheda was killed, but they think he was awake at the time.

    “I believe this was unprovoked and senseless.” Wiete told reporters outside the residence hall.

    Students living near the crime scene were moved to other rooms, and the university provided counselors for those who need it, Purdue spokesman Trevor Peters told the (Lafayette) Journal & Courier.

    Purdue President Mitch Daniels said in a statement that “this is as tragic an event as we can imagine happening on our campus and our hearts and thoughts go out to all of those affected by this terrible event.”

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  • Lafayette Electronics Inc. Signs Exclusive Distribution Agreement for North America for the Pininfarina Designed State-of-the-Art Electric Bike (E-Voluzione)

    Lafayette Electronics Inc. Signs Exclusive Distribution Agreement for North America for the Pininfarina Designed State-of-the-Art Electric Bike (E-Voluzione)

    The E-voluzione is an innovative electric bike poised to create real evolution in the electric bike market for its design, technology, performance and comfort.

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    ​Boca Raton, Florida, February 1, 2017 (Newswire.com)
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    ​​Lafayette Electronics Inc. has partnered with Pininfarina, an Italian car design firm and engineering firm located in Cambiano, Italy, to distribute the company’s new state-of-the-art E-voluzione, an innovate electric bike. Lafayette Electronics, Inc recently signed an exclusive distribution agreement to sell the electric bikes in North America. Electric bikes are growing in popularity across the globe with an increased presence in North America.

    According to research by Navigant Research (in 2016), electric bicycles continue to be the highest selling electric vehicle around the globe with sales forecasted for 2016 to have reached 35 million units. Improving battery technology is resulting in e-bikes that are lighter, lower in cost, and similar to traditional bicycles. Increasing urbanization and a desire to move away from cars for motorized transport has also lead to market growth. China still leads the global e-bike market but Western Europe and even North America are beginning to increase their market share. According to Navigant Research, global e-bike sales are expected to grow from more than $15.7 billion in revenue in 2016 to $24.4 billion by 2025.

    “We are happy to have signed this exclusive distribution agreement with Pininfarina to bring their revolutionary new electric bike to the marketplace in North America. These e-bikes are growing in popularity because of their technology, innovation and ease of transportation, especially in more urban environments.”

    Steve Cavayero, CEO of Lafayette Electronics Inc.

    Pininfarina’s E-voluzione combines the long history of the company’s expertise in designing sporty cars and eco-friendly solutions with Diavelo, a member of the Accell Group state-of-the-art technology in the bicycle sector.  The E-voluzione features a high level of integration of all components that results in better weight distribution and balance and a more comfortable and performing ride. The use of carbon in the frame and in the bar, seat post, wheels allow the bike to be super light compared with the competitors on the market. Also, the patented inside the frame Panasonic battery is fully integrated and easily removable for recharge. The bike features hydraulic disc brakes and other Shimano components.

    “We are happy to have signed this exclusive distribution agreement with Pininfarina to bring their revolutionary new electric bike to the marketplace in North America,” says Steve Cavayero, CEO of Lafayette Electronics Inc. “These e-bikes are growing in popularity because of their technology, innovation and ease of transportation, especially in more urban environments.”

    For confidential inquiries regarding our authorized dealership opportunities in North America please contact:

    Email: Sales@Pininfarina-eBikeNA.com    US Tel.: (561) 465-7612

    The Pininfarina E-voluzione is available in three different styles including the Elegance, Hi-tech and Dynamic models. To learn more about this innovate bike, visit:  www.Pininfarina- Evoluzione.com

    About Lafayette Electronics Inc.

    Lafayette Electronics Inc. is a Florida, US Corporation since 2004, and has been based in Boca Raton, Florida since 1998, with a brand presence in the global market since the 1970’s for home audio and consumer electronic products.  

    Contact:

    Email – Sales@pininfarina-eBikeNA.com        

    US Tel. – 561-465-7612

    Sources:

    Navigant Research – Electric Bicycles

    Source: Lafayette Electronics Inc.

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