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Red Lobster announced more restaurant closures, including another Indiana location
It was announced in April that two Red Lobster locations in Indiana would be closing, along with almost 100 others across the United States. At the time, the restaurant chain was considering filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. They officially filed on May 19. Now, the company is announcing more closures, including another...
Wally’s breaks ground in Indiana
Wally’s broke ground last week on its third travel center and largest store to date, President and CEO Michael Rubenstein confirmed on Thursday. This will be Wally’s first site in Indiana. The site, on Perry Worth Road in Whitestown, Indiana, will feature a 53,000-square-foot store, 84 fueling positions...
So. Indiana Area McDonald’s Restaurants Support Local Schools with “Fries for School Supplies” Fundraiser
Who knew that indulging in a delicious order of McDonald’s fries could make such a big difference in our community? From August 26th to 30th, local McDonald’s owner-operators are turning their fry boxes into tools for change with the "Fries for School Supplies" fundraiser. During these five days, 10% of all à la carte fry sales will be donated directly to local schools.
Chicago Public Schools Inspector General Will Fletcher Resigns
Chicago Public Schools Inspector General Will Fletcher resigned Aug. 23, officials confirmed to WTTW News. Fletcher, who took over as the school district’s watchdog in February 2020, left CPS with nearly two years remaining in his term. Fletcher, who is the president of the Association of Inspectors General, told...
Habitat’s LeClaire Courts Redevelopment on Chicago’s Southwest Side Receives $27M Capital Loan Approval
Chicago-based Habitat, a leading U.S. multifamily developer and property manager, together with Cabrera Capital Partners today announced the approval of a $27 million capital loan from the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) for the first phase of residential redevelopment of LeClaire Courts on the city’s Southwest Side. The 32-acre site...
ATMs stolen from 2 businesses on South Side, Chicago police say
Burglars stole two ATMs from businesses on the South Side Tuesday morning, Chicago police said.Officers responded to a burglar alarm at the store at about 3:50 a.m. in the 6600-block of South Halsted Street.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchAfter arriving, officers found the front door of the store had been pried open and that an ATM had been stolen, police said.Police said a black SUV may have been used by the suspects in the burglary.SEE ALSO: South Side store targeted by crash-and-grab burglars for 3rd time in month, owner saysAt about 5:20 a.m. Tuesday, police said a group of four male suspects smashed the window of a business in the 4400-block of South Cottage Grove, police said.Police said the suspects entered, used a chain to remove the ATM and fled in a black SUV, possibly a Jeep Grand Cherokee.No one is in custody in connection with either burglary. Police have not said if the burglaries are related and Area One detectives are investigating.INTERACTIVE SAFETY TRACKER Track crime and safety in your neighborhood
It's never safe to leave pets, kids alone in the car — especially today
If you're driving with a child or dog, you'll need to be extra careful today. Heat inside a vehicle can rise almost 20 degrees in just 10 minutes, according to the American Veterinarian Medical Association. And if you have a child or pet in the car, they're at extreme risk the minute the...
The hottest temperatures of 2024 are anticipated Tuesday | Aug. 27, 2024
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — An EXCESSIVE HEAT ADVISORY is in place from 11 am – 9 pm Tuesday across central Indiana. The hottest temperature to date for 2024 here in Indianapolis was 93 degrees on June 17. We will eclipse that mark today. TODAY: Mostly sunny, hot and humid. Peak heat index values will be in […]
Storms Parade Across the Northeast
A multi-day severe threat is in store for portions of the northeast and mid-Atlantic regions. Wednesday, as the front begins to stall out and run into intense heat and humidity, spots between Indiana through Long Island are at risk for severe thunderstorms. A Marginal risk (level 1 out of 5) exists for Southern Missouri through Philadelphia, PA. Strong winds and large hail will again be the main risks to pay attention to.
Indiana Eagles Lodges Raise Almost $240,000 For Domestic Violence Prevention
The Frankfort Eagles Lodge #976 announced that Indiana State Presidents the Eagles Belinda Young and Mike Lyons were presented with an almost $240,000 sum of fundraiser funds for Domestic Violence Prevention and Awareness. The Eagles stated that this year, the total raised was $239,556.79 for Domestic Violence Prevention and Awareness,...
Indiana Among States with the Most Motorcycles in the U.S.
Indiana is now among the Top 15 states in the U.S. with the most registered motorcycles, contributing to the nearly 9 million bikes registered nationwide. Despite the fact that I come from a family of motorcycle riders, I never learned to ride, and I don't own a bike. However, it is something I often think about, so I may end up pulling the trigger sooner or later. Perhaps I'll save it for my midlife crisis down the road? Either way, I think motorcycles are cool, and apparently a lot of other Hoosiers do as well. Indiana is home to some of the most registered motorcycles in the nation, along with a few other fellow Midwestern states.
Local organization ‘Balance Period’ helping people live healthier lives
Raymond Achille founded Balance Period to help people be well and live healthier lives. A graduate of Indiana University, he holds a degree in kinesiology and brings more than a decade of experience in the health and wellness industries. Raymond Achille has spent his career in making people’s well-being better. In 2017, Raymond experienced a […]
RFK Jr. stays on Indiana presidential ballot despite dropping out of the race
Although independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suspended his campaign last week and endorsed former President Donald Trump, he will remain on Indiana ballots for the 2024 election this November. Kennedy submitted enough signatures in July to make the presidential ballot in Indiana, and the ballot removal deadline for the general...
Football Game Preview: Hobart on Home-Turf
Hobart is on a five-game streak of home wins (dating back to last season), while Merrillville is on a three-game streak of away wins (also dating back to last season): one of those streaks is about to end. The Hobart Brickies will welcome the Merrillville Pirates at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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