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Federal Conviction for Fentanyl Peddler
(South Bend, IN) - A Rhode Island man has been sentenced to federal prison for shipping fentanyl to Indiana. Thursday in South Bend’s U.S. District Court, 44-year-old Jesus Martinez-Salas of Providence, Rhode Island was sentenced to 78 months in prison followed by four years of supervised release. He had previously pled guilty to distributing over a pound of fentanyl to a buyer in Indiana back in 2022.
Know The Rules: Fireworks Laws For Hoosiers In Indiana
With Independence Day on the way, many of you will be heading outside with family and friends for cookouts and fireworks, but when can you legally light off your fireworks?. Fireworks are an American tradition when it comes to celebrating the 4th of July, and while they certainly can be fun, they are still explosives that pose a serious threat to the safety of yourself, others, and surrounding personal property. Because of the potential for danger, there are laws governing when and where you can set off your July 4th fireworks.
Reading skills, wetland, higher education laws going into effect July 1
INDIANAPOLIS (INDIANA CAPITAL CHRONICLE) — From reading skills to happy hour, all or parts of nearly 150 laws will take effect July 1 in Indiana. Other key topics include wetlands, higher education oversight, and more. Senate Enrolled Acts 1 and 6 address one of the most heavily debated topics of the 2024 legislative session: reading skills […]
Federal ruling against Healthy Indiana Plan potentially jeopardizes program
(INDIANA CAPITAL CHRONICLE) — A program providing hundreds of thousands of Hoosiers health insurance could be in jeopardy after a Washington D.C. judge on Thursday vacated a federal approval for the Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP). Chief Judge James E. Boasberg, of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, found fault with the U.S. […]
A big month for FSSA has real life consequences
The Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) is arguably the most important agency in state government. And it is crucial that they get upcoming July changes right. Many of their services — from medical coverage to childcare and food assistance — are the difference between life and death for struggling Hoosiers. The behemoth agency is […] The post A big month for FSSA has real life consequences appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
Residents push back against Duke Energy’s proposed rate increase
FISHERS, Ind. – Some Hoosiers could see their electric bills increase if Duke Energy gets its way. The utility proposed a 16% rate increase that would see the average bill rise by about $27. Duke’s request was at the center of a public hearing before the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission on Thursday night in Fishers. […]
Holcomb defends Indiana’s move to carry out execution, saying ‘justice will be served’
Gov. Eric Holcomb doubled down Thursday on the state’s move to seek an execution date for Fort Wayne’s Joseph Corcoran, who was convicted of murdering four people in 1997. Holcomb’s comments came one day after he and Attorney General Todd Rokita announced that the Indiana Department of Correction (DOC) has obtained the drug necessary to […] The post Holcomb defends Indiana’s move to carry out execution, saying ‘justice will be served’ appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
FEATURED Not a novel idea: The lasting narrative of book bans—Part II in a series
Not a novel idea: The lasting narrative of book bans—Part III in a series. In this multi-part Statehouse File special report, Sydney Byerly examines the history of, the motivation behind and varying reactions to Indiana’s recent embrace of book banning. The new genre of book censorship. Dr. Jason...
Hoosier restaurants, taverns ready to roll out happy hour specials and carry-out cocktails
After nearly 40 years of absence, bars and restaurants in Indiana will again be able to offer happy hour specials beginning Monday with the goal of attracting more customers with discounted drink deals. The legislation, House Bill 1086, which was authored by Rep. Jake Teshka, R-District 7, comes after a...
Your nature-themed photos and art could land on an Indiana hunting or fishing license
Indiana residents can submit their photographs and art to serve as a new background for state licenses with a new contest. To aid Hoosiers purchasing Indiana hunting, trapping, and fishing licenses, starting early next year, Indiana will offer an option to purchase a durable card that withstands harsh outdoor conditions.
Four-year starter from North Posey leads Courier & Press All-SW Indiana baseball team
POSEYVILLE, Ind. — Easton Luigs stepped up in big moments throughout his time in the North Posey baseball program. The four-year starter was a key figure in two sectional championships and the Vikings' first regional title since 2006. He was one of the Pocket Athletic Conference's best hitters and posted a batting average above .400 in each of the last two seasons. Luigs played multiple positions, making an impact wherever he went.
Mike Braun, other Indiana Republicans react to President Biden's debate performance
Indiana politicians reacted to the first 2024 face-off between President Joe Biden and former President Donald J. Trump on Thursday, which touched on topics ranging from immigration to golf handicaps. U.S. Sen. Mike Braun, the Republican nominee for Indiana governor, said the debate was "a disaster" for President Biden, adding that Trump is...
Ports of Indiana, OmniTRAX enter landmark rail development agreement to grow state’s largest port
Long-term agreement will support growth of existing customers, attract new business. Ports of Indiana has selected OmniTRAX to serve as the new rail operator and development partner at Ports of Indiana-Mount Vernon, Indiana’s largest port. Founded in 1986, the Denver-based company was selected from a group of 19 nationwide respondents as part of an extensive RFP process to provide rail switching and business development support at the Mount Vernon port.
Kirkman, Artman, and Busch Best Indiana Micro Week Fields at Circle City Raceway on Thursday!
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (June 27, 2024) - Kole Kirkman, Adam Artman, and Brexton Busch bested their respective classes on Thursday night during Indiana Micro Week at Circle City Raceway on Thursday with the NOW600 Heartland Auto Racing Tour. The night seen 38-HART Non-Wing Outlaw, 19-HART Restricted, and 16-HART Junior Sprints sign...
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