Garrett Bergquist

Indianapolis

Reporter at WISH-TV (Indianapolis, IN)

Government reporter for @WISHNews8. Producer of All INdiana Politics (Sundays at 9:30 am on WISH-TV). Outdoor enthusiast, car nut. RTs are not endorsements.

Articles

State lawmaker questions federal AI regulation freeze - Indianapolis News

1 day ago | wishtv.com | Garrett Bergquist

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A state lawmaker said a Congressional proposal to freeze state-level AI regulations would wipe out existing rules on deepfakes and other uses. The federal budget bill includes a provision that would prohibit the states from enforcing any laws or rules governing artificial intelligence for 10 years. Rep.
Carmel native is West Point class president

2 days ago | wishtv.com | Garrett Bergquist

CARMEL, Ind. (WISH) — Katherine LaReau never thought she would attend West Point. The Guerin Catholic High School graduate said she was planning on attending Purdue University until she saw a presentation by West Point cadets. “They talked about service and leadership and character, and I was very attracted to this unique college experience,” she said. “It was unlike anything I’d ever seen before, and so I became very interested in West Point.
Lt. Gov. Beckwith defends 'Rainbow Beast' post at town hall

2 days ago | wishtv.com | Garrett Bergquist

GREENFIELD, Ind. (WISH) — Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith on Wednesday indicated he does not plan to change his controversial rhetoric surrounding Pride Month. About 60 people, including multiple members of the LGBTQ+ community, attended Beckwith’s town hall at the Hancock County courthouse annex, his first since he posted a lengthy attack on Pride Month on his personal X page.
Braun suggests deeper look at death penalty needed - Indianapolis News

4 days ago | wishtv.com | Garrett Bergquist

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Gov. Mike Braun said state lawmakers should take a deeper look at how the state carries out executions. The governor’s comments came Tuesday, 12 days after Indiana executed Benjamin Ritchie for killing Beech Grove police officer William Toney in 2000. It was the state’s second execution in six months and the first under Braun. Prior to the December 2024 execution of Joseph Corcoran for a 1997 quadruple homicide, Indiana had not executed anyone since 2009.
Gov. Braun explains decision to replace IU trustees - Indianapolis News

4 days ago | wishtv.com | Garrett Bergquist

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Gov. Mike Braun on Tuesday said he replaced three members of the IU Board of Trustees early because of the sheer number of applicants. Braun’s comments came a day after he replaced the three alumni-elected members of the board with his own appointees.
Remembering Colts owner Jim Irsay, a legacy in sports and charity - Indianapolis News

5 days ago | wishtv.com | Garrett Bergquist

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Jim Irsay’s legacy with the Colts stretches back to his teenage years. When his father, Bob Irsay, acquired the then-Baltimore Colts in 1972, Jim Irsay became a ball boy at the team’s training camps. He returned to the Colts following his graduation in 1982 from Southern Methodist University, where he majored in broadcast journalism and played football. Then, in 1984, the elder Irsay moved the Colts to Indianapolis literally overnight.
Veterans Affairs secretary says cuts won't affect Roudebush medical staff

1 week ago | wishtv.com | Garrett Bergquist

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins on Thursday said proposed cuts at his agency target redundant systems and bureaucracy rather than medical staff. Collins toured the Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center on Thursday morning alongside Republican Gov. Mike Braun and three members of Indiana’s U.S. House delegation: Republican Reps. Jefferson Shreve and Victoria Spartz and Democratic Rep. Andre Carson, whose district includes Roudebush.
New head of FBI Indianapolis office says immigration role will expand

1 week ago | wishtv.com | Garrett Bergquist

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The new leader of the FBI Indianapolis office on Wednesday said his agents will be involved in immigration enforcement actions in Indiana. Timothy O’Malley became the special agent in charge of the FBI Indianapolis field office on May 20. A Notre Dame graduate, O’Malley joined the FBI in March 2001 and has worked in a variety of roles.
Trustee spent over $1M on vacations, personal expenses

1 week ago | kesq.com | Garrett Bergquist

By Garrett BergquistClick here for updates on this story COLUMBUS, Indiana ( WISH) - Former Columbus Township Trustee Benjamin Jackson spent taxpayer funds on trips to Abu Dhabi and Disney World, according to a state report obtained by News 8. The new report from the Indiana State Board of Accounts (SBOA) found Jackson began using the township credit card for personal expenses as early as 2016, a direct violation of township policy.
Columbus Township trustee spent $1.1 million on personal trips, audit reveals - Indianapolis News

1 week ago | wishtv.com | Garrett Bergquist

COLUMBUS, Ind. (WISH) — Former Columbus Township Trustee Benjamin Jackson spent taxpayer funds on trips to Abu Dhabi and Disney World, according to a state report obtained by News 8. The new report from the Indiana State Board of Accounts (SBOA) found Jackson began using the township credit card for personal expenses as early as 2016, a direct violation of township policy. Investigators said he spent a little more than $1.1 million on personal expenses from December 2016 until he resigned on Nov.