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Judge rejects plea deal by former Muncie police officer, who will now stand trial for 3rd time

Jan. 31, 2024 15:49 PM EST

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — A federal judge rejected a plea agreement Wednesday for a former Muncie police officer accused of trying to cover up another officer's use of excessive force, setting the stage for his third trial in the case. Corey Posey had agreed to plead guilty to one count...

First Merchants: Q4 Earnings Snapshot

Jan. 25, 2024 08:37 AM EST

MUNCIE, Ind. (AP) — MUNCIE, Ind. (AP) — First Merchants Corp. (FRME) on Thursday reported fourth-quarter profit of $42.5 million. The Muncie, Indiana-based bank said it had earnings of 71 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring costs, were 87 cents per share. ...