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'I was scared': 4-year-old suburban boy was put on wrong school bus, mom claims
MATTESON, Ill. - A mix-up on the first day of school turned into an anxious few hours for a south suburban mother after she claims her 4-year-old son was placed on the wrong school bus and taken to the wrong Matteson neighborhood. Nicholas Gladney, a preschooler at Woodgate Elementary School,...
All rise for the Lake County Courthouse's newest employee: Desi the dog
Courthouses can often be stressful places to be, but a new hire in Lake County has been tasked with making the experience a bit more pleasant. “You can literally see the stress melt off of people when Desi’s in the room,” said Judge Michael Nerheim.
Dog Park construction underway as Park District holds celebratory groundbreaking
In a fitting way to celebrate National Dog Day, the Elmhurst Board of Park Commissioners gathered at Canine Corner on Monday, August 26 for a groundbreaking of the first dog park in Elmhurst. Following delays this spring due to permitting, the Park District is pleased that construction is now underway...
Heat Advisory Tuesday with feels like temps 100+ | Aug. 27, 2024
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A Heat Advisory is in place for the afternoon across much of central and northern sections of Indiana. The high heat and high humidity continue for the rest of the workweek. TODAY: Heat advisory begins at 11:00 a.m. today and last until 9:00 p.m. for much of Indiana. Feels like temperatures or […]
Laurel Hosmer brings new leadership to Valparaiso University Athletics
Valparaiso University welcomed a new era of leadership in athletics with the appointment of Laurel Hosmer as the new Athletic Director. During a press conference at the Athletics-Recreation Center, President José Padilla introduced Hosmer with enthusiastic praise while sharing stories of her leadership qualities, dedication, and compelling vision for the future of Valparaiso University’s athletic department.
John Nasukaluk Clare To Conduct Indiana-Focused Classical Show
Classical Music Indy (WICR) is adding a new offering to its lineup, with Classical Beat set to premiere on September 1. This new classical music radio show, hosted by John Nasukaluk Clare, will showcase classical music and the arts scene native to Indiana. Classical Beat will feature a blend of...
Midwest LGBTQ+ photographers and videographers work to preserve LGBTQ+ identities
The morning of March 22, Atlas Photography posted an inquiry on its Facebook searching for “trans Hoosiers” to participate in a photography project in honor of Transgender Day of Visibility. Sam McCollum, a Muncie native, is the trans man behind the page and project. Although McCollum works as...
Do We Really Need Flush Regulations? The Wipe Debate
We’ve got another bathroom bummer on our hands. Clogs, overflows, and floods—what a stinky situation! It’s time for someone to give a courtesy flush or cut down on the paper. Perhaps, the real culprit might be a wipe that’s not flushable. Flushable wipes have become the new sidekick to toilet paper. But here’s the dirty […] The post Do We Really Need Flush Regulations? The Wipe Debate appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
High temps, light winds: Ozone alert for area Monday, Tuesday
Air Quality Action Days are in effect in Southwest Indiana on Monday and Tuesday, according to the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM). IDEM said Monday that ozone levels are expected to be in the "Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups range (Orange)" in Southwest Indiana, specifically naming Evansville, Bedford, Bloomfield, Huntingburg, Mount Vernon, Paoli, Princeton, Rockport, Tell City, Vincennes and "all other cities within the area." ...
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.
EXCLUSIVE: Jewel-Osco Marks 125th Anniversary in Chicago
One-hundred and twenty-five years after its founding in Chicago, Jewel-Osco remains true to its heritage, often going the literal extra mile to make sure that customers get what they want and need. That commitment was on full display during the grocer’s recent celebration at a store in the West Loop neighborhood, where a horse-drawn carriage symbolizing the past was parked in front just steps from signage and other trucks bearing QR codes.
Bachelors of Broadway to perform in Highland, IN
MUNSTER, Ind. (August 26, 2024) – Three of Broadway’s most dynamic male vocalists will be performing the biggest hits from the most beloved musicals of all time. Their special concert will take place at the Highland High School Auditorium, 9135 Erie Street, Highland, Indiana, on Tuesday, September 10, at 7 p.m. Single tickets will be available on the day of the performance for $30.
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