Kristine Phillips
@bykristinep.bsky.social
Investigative reporter for the Indianapolis Star. Mama of two. Aspiring data nerd. Previously: The Washington Post, USA TODAY, The Oregonian
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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs officially rejected a plea deal in his trial for sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy, and prostitution. If convicted, he could face what amounts to a life sentence.
Diddy Rejects Plea Deal in Sex Trafficking Trial
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs officially rejected a plea deal in his trial for sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy, and prostitution. If convicted, he could face what amounts to a life sentence.
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May 1, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs officially rejected a plea deal in his trial for sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy, and prostitution. If convicted, he could face what amounts to a life sentence.
From 1986-1991, Steve Ambrose had nearly 20 misconduct allegations. 5 led to disciplinary actions, including a suspension for placing a foot on the head of a handcuffed man.
In 1992, he became detective
Part III of “Lawless,” our investigation into the Wolverines:
www.indystar.com/story/news/i...
In 1992, he became detective
Part III of “Lawless,” our investigation into the Wolverines:
www.indystar.com/story/news/i...
Lawless: Indiana city still paying for past failures to hold rogue officers accountable
Since 2006, courts have exonerated six people wrongfully convicted of crimes in Elkhart. It’s the highest per capita rate in Indiana and fifth in the U.S.
www.indystar.com
May 1, 2025 at 2:55 PM
From 1986-1991, Steve Ambrose had nearly 20 misconduct allegations. 5 led to disciplinary actions, including a suspension for placing a foot on the head of a handcuffed man.
In 1992, he became detective
Part III of “Lawless,” our investigation into the Wolverines:
www.indystar.com/story/news/i...
In 1992, he became detective
Part III of “Lawless,” our investigation into the Wolverines:
www.indystar.com/story/news/i...
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There was so much blood that Carolyn Jenks wasn't sure where exactly the young man was injured. But the rookie officer was certain: Demetrius Pegues did not fight back as officers beat him.
This is Part II of "Lawless," our investigation into the Wolverines: www.indystar.com/story/news/i...
This is Part II of "Lawless," our investigation into the Wolverines: www.indystar.com/story/news/i...
Lawless: Cops known as Wolverines targeted Indiana city's Black residents like it was a game
Former officers and residents recounted troubling stories about a band of young, aggressive, White cops in the 1980s and 1990s known as the Wolverines.
www.indystar.com
April 30, 2025 at 2:22 PM
There was so much blood that Carolyn Jenks wasn't sure where exactly the young man was injured. But the rookie officer was certain: Demetrius Pegues did not fight back as officers beat him.
This is Part II of "Lawless," our investigation into the Wolverines: www.indystar.com/story/news/i...
This is Part II of "Lawless," our investigation into the Wolverines: www.indystar.com/story/news/i...
There was so much blood that Carolyn Jenks wasn't sure where exactly the young man was injured. But the rookie officer was certain: Demetrius Pegues did not fight back as officers beat him.
This is Part II of "Lawless," our investigation into the Wolverines: www.indystar.com/story/news/i...
This is Part II of "Lawless," our investigation into the Wolverines: www.indystar.com/story/news/i...
Lawless: Cops known as Wolverines targeted Indiana city's Black residents like it was a game
Former officers and residents recounted troubling stories about a band of young, aggressive, White cops in the 1980s and 1990s known as the Wolverines.
www.indystar.com
April 30, 2025 at 2:22 PM
There was so much blood that Carolyn Jenks wasn't sure where exactly the young man was injured. But the rookie officer was certain: Demetrius Pegues did not fight back as officers beat him.
This is Part II of "Lawless," our investigation into the Wolverines: www.indystar.com/story/news/i...
This is Part II of "Lawless," our investigation into the Wolverines: www.indystar.com/story/news/i...
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NEW: A DOGE staffer who is helping carry out the downsizing of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau owns stock in companies that could benefit from the agency’s dismantling, ProPublica has found.
A DOGE Aide Involved in Dismantling Consumer Bureau Owns Stock in Companies That Could Benefit From the Cuts
Gavin Kliger helped oversee mass firings at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau while holding stock in companies that experts say likely stand to benefit from dismantling that agency — a potentia...
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April 29, 2025 at 5:31 PM
NEW: A DOGE staffer who is helping carry out the downsizing of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau owns stock in companies that could benefit from the agency’s dismantling, ProPublica has found.
Who are the officers identified as part of the Wolverines?
One was promoted to detective despite allegations of brutality.
Another became police chief.
Another is in federal prison for robbing banks in 11 states.
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One was promoted to detective despite allegations of brutality.
Another became police chief.
Another is in federal prison for robbing banks in 11 states.
www.indystar.com/story/news/i...
Lawless: Here are the cops identified by other officers as Wolverines
An IndyStar investigation found officers' aggressive, 'us-versus-them' approach helped foster a troubling culture that still plagues Elkhart, Indiana.
www.indystar.com
April 29, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Who are the officers identified as part of the Wolverines?
One was promoted to detective despite allegations of brutality.
Another became police chief.
Another is in federal prison for robbing banks in 11 states.
www.indystar.com/story/news/i...
One was promoted to detective despite allegations of brutality.
Another became police chief.
Another is in federal prison for robbing banks in 11 states.
www.indystar.com/story/news/i...
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"ELKHART, Ind. — On the streets of this northern Indiana city, a rogue band of cops who patrolled Black neighborhoods was known by different nicknames."
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Lawless: Legacy of racist, brutal police culture still plagues city of Elkhart
Officers who called themselves Wolverines abused power for decades, an IndyStar investigation found — particularly targeting Black people in Elkhart.
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April 29, 2025 at 4:15 PM
"ELKHART, Ind. — On the streets of this northern Indiana city, a rogue band of cops who patrolled Black neighborhoods was known by different nicknames."
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Lawless: Rogue group of officers known as the Wolverines brutalized Black Elkhart residents for years.
Powerful mini-documentary by @mykalmceldowney.bsky.social:
www.indystar.com/videos/news/...
Powerful mini-documentary by @mykalmceldowney.bsky.social:
www.indystar.com/videos/news/...
Watch Lawless: Cops known as Wolverines harassed, brutalized Black residents in Indiana city for years
Elkhart officers racked up more than 1,500 citizen complaints as the Wolverines made a game of policing a Black neighborhood, an IndyStar investigation found.
www.indystar.com
April 29, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Lawless: Rogue group of officers known as the Wolverines brutalized Black Elkhart residents for years.
Powerful mini-documentary by @mykalmceldowney.bsky.social:
www.indystar.com/videos/news/...
Powerful mini-documentary by @mykalmceldowney.bsky.social:
www.indystar.com/videos/news/...
They were a "gang in blue" that operated like "special ops."
They were known as the Wolverines, a rogue band of cops who abused their power for years, cloaking themselves in a code of silence and operating with impunity.
www.indystar.com/story/news/i...
They were known as the Wolverines, a rogue band of cops who abused their power for years, cloaking themselves in a code of silence and operating with impunity.
www.indystar.com/story/news/i...
Lawless: Legacy of racist, brutal police culture still plagues city of Elkhart
Officers who called themselves Wolverines abused power for decades, an IndyStar investigation found — particularly targeting Black people in Elkhart.
www.indystar.com
April 29, 2025 at 2:02 PM
They were a "gang in blue" that operated like "special ops."
They were known as the Wolverines, a rogue band of cops who abused their power for years, cloaking themselves in a code of silence and operating with impunity.
www.indystar.com/story/news/i...
They were known as the Wolverines, a rogue band of cops who abused their power for years, cloaking themselves in a code of silence and operating with impunity.
www.indystar.com/story/news/i...
This has been a long time in the making. Watch out tomorrow for “Lawless,” our multi-part series about a group of Indiana police officers who brutalized citizens for years.
www.indystar.com/videos/news/...
www.indystar.com/videos/news/...
Previewing Lawless, an investigation into an Indiana police force's legacy of racist brutality
Officers who called themselves Wolverines abused power in Elkhart, Indiana, for years, IndyStar found, particularly targeting Black people.
www.indystar.com
April 28, 2025 at 2:49 PM
This has been a long time in the making. Watch out tomorrow for “Lawless,” our multi-part series about a group of Indiana police officers who brutalized citizens for years.
www.indystar.com/videos/news/...
www.indystar.com/videos/news/...
Abolishing the death penalty was for years a dormant issue in Indiana and previous legislative efforts had failed. This session, a GOP-backed bill has bipartisan support and advocates are optimistic.
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Bill to abolish the death penalty gaining bipartisan support in Indiana. Will it pass?
Ending capital punishment had been a dormant issue in Indiana, but advocates now believe a Republican-led effort to abolish it is gaining traction.
www.indystar.com
February 4, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Abolishing the death penalty was for years a dormant issue in Indiana and previous legislative efforts had failed. This session, a GOP-backed bill has bipartisan support and advocates are optimistic.
www.indystar.com/story/news/p...
www.indystar.com/story/news/p...
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The day after President Trump freed people who attacked police and tried to prevent the transfer of power, he freed a man convicted of drug trafficking.
Trump has pardoned Silk Road founder and Austin native Ross Ulbricht, who was serving a life sentence.
Exclusive | Trump announces pardon for Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht, vacating life sentence
President Trump announced Tuesday night that he had granted a “full and unconditional” pardon to Ross Ulbricht, founder of the notorious dark web site Silk Road.
nypost.com
January 22, 2025 at 12:36 AM
The day after President Trump freed people who attacked police and tried to prevent the transfer of power, he freed a man convicted of drug trafficking.
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New: Trump officials have paused all external communications at health agencies like CDC, FDA, NIH.
No health alerts and the famed MMWRs; no updates to key websites or social media posts.
And no indication how long the pause will last.
With @rachelroubein.bsky.social + Lena Sun.
No health alerts and the famed MMWRs; no updates to key websites or social media posts.
And no indication how long the pause will last.
With @rachelroubein.bsky.social + Lena Sun.
Trump officials pause health agencies’ communications, citing review
The agencies are charged with making decisions that touch the lives of every American and are the source of crucial information to health-care providers.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 22, 2025 at 12:30 AM
New: Trump officials have paused all external communications at health agencies like CDC, FDA, NIH.
No health alerts and the famed MMWRs; no updates to key websites or social media posts.
And no indication how long the pause will last.
With @rachelroubein.bsky.social + Lena Sun.
No health alerts and the famed MMWRs; no updates to key websites or social media posts.
And no indication how long the pause will last.
With @rachelroubein.bsky.social + Lena Sun.
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🎖️U.S. Congress honors my dad.
🐩🧥Pictures of my Cap’s winter wardrobe.
😡 Readers react to Chris Ballard, Mike Woodson.
It's the weekly Mailbagg.™
It's always open.
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🐩🧥Pictures of my Cap’s winter wardrobe.
😡 Readers react to Chris Ballard, Mike Woodson.
It's the weekly Mailbagg.™
It's always open.
www.indystar.com/story/sports...
Doyel: Mailbagg™ details U.S. Congress honor for Dad, dissects Chris Ballard, Mike Woodson
Always eclectic Mailbagg™ discusses my Cap's winter wardrobe, my dad's U.S. Congressional honor and reader reaction to Chris Ballard and Mike Woodson.
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January 14, 2025 at 2:51 PM
🎖️U.S. Congress honors my dad.
🐩🧥Pictures of my Cap’s winter wardrobe.
😡 Readers react to Chris Ballard, Mike Woodson.
It's the weekly Mailbagg.™
It's always open.
www.indystar.com/story/sports...
🐩🧥Pictures of my Cap’s winter wardrobe.
😡 Readers react to Chris Ballard, Mike Woodson.
It's the weekly Mailbagg.™
It's always open.
www.indystar.com/story/sports...
Reposted by Kristine Phillips
NEWS: WSJ is reporting that Biden is considering death row commutations for “most, if not all,” of the 40 men on federal death row — and that Garland has recommended the “most.” WSJ says those who could be excluded, if any are, likely would be Tsarnaev, Roof, and Bowers. www.wsj.com/us-news/law/...
December 21, 2024 at 12:19 AM
NEWS: WSJ is reporting that Biden is considering death row commutations for “most, if not all,” of the 40 men on federal death row — and that Garland has recommended the “most.” WSJ says those who could be excluded, if any are, likely would be Tsarnaev, Roof, and Bowers. www.wsj.com/us-news/law/...
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A Post investigation found at least 1,800 law enforcement officers were charged with crimes involving child sexual abuse from 2005 through 2022.
After years of reporting on children being violated by the officers sworn to protect them, here’s what we’ve learned:
After years of reporting on children being violated by the officers sworn to protect them, here’s what we’ve learned:
The Post investigated cops accused of sexually abusing kids. Here’s what we learned.
The Post spent two years reporting on kids exploited by police officers. Here’s what we learned about the systemic failures that allow these crimes to occur.
www.washingtonpost.com
December 19, 2024 at 3:56 PM
A Post investigation found at least 1,800 law enforcement officers were charged with crimes involving child sexual abuse from 2005 through 2022.
After years of reporting on children being violated by the officers sworn to protect them, here’s what we’ve learned:
After years of reporting on children being violated by the officers sworn to protect them, here’s what we’ve learned:
Allen is facing up to 130 years in prison. In court filings Wednesday, defense attorney Andrew Baldwin said they plan to present minimal arguments at the hearing and focus their efforts on Allen’s appeal, which they expect will involve “a neutral, detached and unbiased tribunal.”
Richard Allen’s sentencing for the Delphi murders is starting this morning. Follow along here: www.indystar.com/story/news/c...
Richard Allen sentencing in Delphi Friday in deaths of Liberty German and Abigail Williams
A jury found Richard Allen guilty in November of all four charges in the deaths of Abigail "Abby" Williams and Liberty "Libby" German.
www.indystar.com
December 20, 2024 at 2:26 PM
Allen is facing up to 130 years in prison. In court filings Wednesday, defense attorney Andrew Baldwin said they plan to present minimal arguments at the hearing and focus their efforts on Allen’s appeal, which they expect will involve “a neutral, detached and unbiased tribunal.”
Richard Allen’s sentencing for the Delphi murders is starting this morning. Follow along here: www.indystar.com/story/news/c...
Richard Allen sentencing in Delphi Friday in deaths of Liberty German and Abigail Williams
A jury found Richard Allen guilty in November of all four charges in the deaths of Abigail "Abby" Williams and Liberty "Libby" German.
www.indystar.com
December 20, 2024 at 2:09 PM
Richard Allen’s sentencing for the Delphi murders is starting this morning. Follow along here: www.indystar.com/story/news/c...
Richard Allen and his defense team seem confident he’ll be granted a new trial where he’ll be allowed to present a full defense (Odinism/third-party suspects) www.indystar.com/story/news/c...
Delphi murderer Richard Allen maintains his innocence, won't cooperate with 'state actors'
Delphi murderer Richard Allen proclaims his innocence in the killings of Libby German and Abby Williams and is finished talking with "state actors."
www.indystar.com
December 20, 2024 at 1:57 AM
Richard Allen and his defense team seem confident he’ll be granted a new trial where he’ll be allowed to present a full defense (Odinism/third-party suspects) www.indystar.com/story/news/c...
Indiana executes Joseph Corcoran by lethal injection after 15-year death penalty pause
Corcoran’s final words: “Let’s get this over with.”
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Corcoran’s final words: “Let’s get this over with.”
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Indiana executes Joseph Corcoran by lethal injection after 15-year death penalty pause
The process started just after midnight CST, and Corcoran was pronounced dead at 12:44 a.m., according to the Indiana Department of Correction.
www.indystar.com
December 18, 2024 at 2:04 PM
Indiana executes Joseph Corcoran by lethal injection after 15-year death penalty pause
Corcoran’s final words: “Let’s get this over with.”
www.indystar.com/story/news/c...
Corcoran’s final words: “Let’s get this over with.”
www.indystar.com/story/news/c...
UPDATE: US Supreme Court denied Joseph Corcoran’s attorneys’ request to stop his execution, which is set to be carried out tomorrow morning. www.supremecourt.gov/search.aspx?...
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December 18, 2024 at 3:57 AM
UPDATE: US Supreme Court denied Joseph Corcoran’s attorneys’ request to stop his execution, which is set to be carried out tomorrow morning. www.supremecourt.gov/search.aspx?...
Joseph Corcoran has requested Ben & Jerry’s ice cream for his last meal, according to a statement from IDOC.
The next statement will be issued after the execution has been carried out (barring any last-minute intervention from SCOTUS or Gov. Holcomb).
The next statement will be issued after the execution has been carried out (barring any last-minute intervention from SCOTUS or Gov. Holcomb).
December 17, 2024 at 11:23 PM
Joseph Corcoran has requested Ben & Jerry’s ice cream for his last meal, according to a statement from IDOC.
The next statement will be issued after the execution has been carried out (barring any last-minute intervention from SCOTUS or Gov. Holcomb).
The next statement will be issued after the execution has been carried out (barring any last-minute intervention from SCOTUS or Gov. Holcomb).
UPDATE: Corcoran’s attorneys have asked SCOTUS to review his case and to issue an emergency stay of his execution, which is set to be carried out tomorrow morning.
Barring a court ruling, Indiana is about the carry out its first execution in 15 years. Catch up on Joseph Corcoran’s case here:
www.indystar.com/story/news/c...
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Indiana is about to execute its first state prisoner in 15 years. Catch up on the case
Joseph Corcoran, 49, of Allen County, is scheduled for execution before sunrise on Wednesday.
www.indystar.com
December 17, 2024 at 9:07 PM
UPDATE: Corcoran’s attorneys have asked SCOTUS to review his case and to issue an emergency stay of his execution, which is set to be carried out tomorrow morning.
Reposted by Kristine Phillips
"The state of Indiana hasn't carried out a death sentence for 15 years, but that's scheduled to change this week." By @bykristinep.bsky.social www.indystar.com/story/news/c...
Indiana is about to execute its first state prisoner in 15 years. Catch up on the case
Joseph Corcoran, 49, of Allen County, is scheduled for execution before sunrise on Wednesday.
www.indystar.com
December 17, 2024 at 5:13 PM
"The state of Indiana hasn't carried out a death sentence for 15 years, but that's scheduled to change this week." By @bykristinep.bsky.social www.indystar.com/story/news/c...