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Woman dead after SUV crashes into train
ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, Ind. -- The St. Joseph County Police department reports just before midnight on Wednesday, police were dispatched to a railroad crossing at Ash Road, off Lincolnway in Osceola, for a crash between a vehicle and train. Authorities say preliminary evidence suggests an SUV crashed through the lowered...
Capitol Talk: Jarrod McGhee to Open Fun Town RV in Elkhart
Jarrod McGhee, founder and CEO of Fun Town RV, joins Rick Kessler and Sherm Goldenberg of RVBusiness for a Capitol Talk discussion on his dealership’s expansion plans – first and foremost being the opening of a new location in Elkhart, Ind. McGhee, never afraid to speak his mind, also offers his thoughts on the current state of the industry.
Notre Dame’s New AD Feels Better About Independence Now Than Upon Taking Job
The college sports world is a crazy place right now as TV deals mean more than traditions that have forever shaped the sports, and conference realignment and the speculation surrounding it only continues. Despite that, and despite the differences in money Notre Dame is getting from NBC by remaining independent instead of joining the Big Ten, Notre Dame athletic director Ken Bevacqua feels better about independent status now than he did upon taking the job. “I feel better about our independence sitting here right now than I felt even when I first came into the role,” said Bevacqua, who spent eight months shadowing...
Three local players are in the College Football 25 video game. So how did they rate?
EVANSVILLE — A long nightmare is finally over: there is an NCAA football video game again. College Football 25 released worldwide on Friday for those who didn't pony up extra money to get it three days early. It's been 11 years since the last game for many reasons. We're not here to rehash...
Indiana agency recommends 60% reduction in Duke Energy proposed rate increase
After hearing from consumers, a state agency is coming out in opposition to Duke Energy's proposed rate increases. The Indiana Office of Utility Consumer Counselor (OUCC) is recommending a 60% reduction in Duke Energy's request, including no increase to the monthly residential customer service charge and a reduction in Duke Energy's authorized return on equity.
Committee will focus on Miller Sunset Pavilion programming
WINONA LAKE — Winona Lake took another step this week with the final approval of a committee that will oversee what’s happening at the Miller Sunset Pavilion. Town council finalized the list of committee members on Tuesday. Those include. Town Council members Austin Reynolds and Ashley McGinnis, Town...
Teachers speak out against Indiana high school diploma redesign proposal
INDIANAPOLIS — Many teachers from across the state spoke out against proposed changes to the state’s high school diploma requirements at the latest State Board of Education (SBOE) meeting on Wednesday. ”I believe these changes are a step in the wrong direction,” Gianna Mirowski with the Hammond Area Career Center said. ”By altering these requirements, […]
Magnificent weather continues into this weekend
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Thursday was about as perfect of a day you could have in the Hoosier state, especially in mid-July. Indiana will hold onto this beautiful weather into the weekend. Approaching next week, the muggy meter will start to rise again with some rain chances down the line. Thursday night: A dry and cool […]
Indiana and Michigan Beachgoers Alert: Dangerous Waves and Swim Risks on Lake Michigan
Fort Wayne, IN – A beach hazards statement is in effect for La Porte County, IN, and Berrien County, MI, warning of dangerous swimming conditions on Lake Michigan today. With waves expected to reach up to 7 feet, residents and visitors are advised to stay out of the water due to the high risk of strong currents and dangerous waves.
UPDATE: 29-year-old motorcyclist identified in deadly crash with semi-truck
SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- UPDATE: The St. Joseph County Prosecutor's Office reports on Wednesday, around 6:36 p.m., officers responded to a crash involving an Amazon tractor semi-trailer and a motorcycle at S.R. 2 at Chapel Lane in South Bend. Police arrived to find the motorcyclist, identified as 29-year-old Tyler Lee...
Newsstand: Notre Dame lands at No. 6 in Phil Steele’s Preseason Top 10
Phil Steele predicted the AP preseason Top-10 teams, for which he has a 95.3 percent accuracy rate. Notre Dame is No. 6. The post Newsstand: Notre Dame lands at No. 6 in Phil Steele’s Preseason Top 10 appeared first on On3.
Indiana National Guard plans upgrades to Bloomington armory
The Indiana National Guard plans to spend millions to modernize and expand its armory in Bloomington. “The current facilities do not meet the needs of today’s modern force, and it is a priority to upgrade our facilities to today’s standards,” an INNG representative said via email. The...
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