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July 1: New laws now in effect
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - The first day of the month meant a wave of new laws from the 2024 state legislative sessions went into effect around the Tri-State, including Indiana’s happy hour law . After years of work, Hartigan’s Irish Pub is finally open to the public. “Man,...
'Eyesore' apartment complex in Northeast Indy to be demolished. Here's what will replace it
Old jackets, strewn tires, a rusty pickup and trash line a vacant apartment complex in northeast Indianapolis. Courtyards at Roselawn Park has faced persistent issues with squatters, fires and disturbances since it was vacated. But the troubled complex has created issues for surrounding neighbors dating back at least a decade. ...
When will trash be picked up for the week of July 4, 2024? Check your service here
If you typically drag your bins to the curb on Thursday, things may be a little different this week due to the July 4th holiday. Trash will not be picked up in Indianapolis, Lawrence and Greenwood on July 4; or for Republic and Waste Management customers. It will be delayed one day. Beech Grove city trash pickup also will be delayed one day.
As Indiana seeks to resume lethal injections, 2 Evansville-area men sit on death row
EVANSVILLE – After a 15-year pause, Indiana plans to resume lethal injections – but there’s no word on when the eight convicted killers on death row, including two Southern Indiana men, may have their sentences carried out. Erin Murphy, a spokeswoman for Gov. Eric Holcomb, declined to tell the Courier & Press where the state will get the pentobarbital it plans to use to kill people, saying it’s confidential information under state law. And when asked if...
Marion County Fair brings line-up of deep-fried food, carnival fun to Indy
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The 94th Annual Marion County Fair is underway at the county fairgrounds, and that means rides, food, water-skiing squirrels, and much more. The fair officially kicked off on Friday, but there will be many chances to catch the action packing the midway until July 7. Highlights of the 2024 Marion County Fair […]
New Indiana law: 3rd graders must pass reading exam
(WISH) — About 1 in 5 third graders in Indiana are struggling to read, the state’s Department of Education says. Earlier this year, lawmakers banked on new legislation, which took effect Monday, to encourage more readers. In the upcoming 2024-2025 school year, third graders who don’t pass the Indiana Reading Evaluation and Determination (IREAD) assessment exam […]
Taste of Indy: Ticket information, food vendors, concert schedule
INDIANAPOLIS — Calling all foodies — Indy's largest food festival is returning this weekend!. The Taste of Indy will be back in downtown on Saturday, July 6 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at White River State Park. Here's everything you need to know. Tickets. Admission tickets are...
A place of hope: Second Safe Haven Baby Box installed in Westfield
First passed in 2000, the Indiana Safe Haven Law allows a person to surrender their infant anonymously without fear of arrest or prosecution. In 2017, Indiana expanded the Safe Haven Law to allow for baby boxes at hospitals, and in 2018 those locations were expanded to include fire stations with available 24/7 emergency medical services.
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.
New Indiana laws on teen workers, happy hours take effect Sunday
(The Center Square) – Sunday not only starts a new fiscal year for Indiana, but it is also the day several laws passed by the state’s General Assembly earlier this year will take effect. One high-profile measure that will become official is House Bill 1086, which will allow bars across the state to hold happy […]
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