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Armed suspect in custody following hours-long standoff after tree trimmer found shot in Schaumburg
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. — Police are holding a suspect in the shooting of a tree trimmer after an apparent noise dispute in the northwest suburbs Wednesday, which led to a SWAT response after the alleged shooter barricaded himself inside a home for hours. Police surrounded the home for seven hours before the alleged shooter was taken […]
15-year-old boy disguised himself, broke into recreation facility and set fire in office: prosecutors
VILLA PARK, Ill. - A 15-year-old boy was arrested Wednesday morning after allegedly setting a fire at a recreation facility. The Villa Park juvenile faces one felony count of arson, one felony count of burglary, one felony count of criminal damage to government-supported property and one misdemeanor count of obstructing a police officer.
Popular Mexican restaurant not for sale, property available
MISHAWAKA, Ind. (WSBT) — Hold on to your chips and salsa, Hacienda isn’t for sale. Those with Hacienda restaurant are hoping to clear up some confusion about for sale signs in front of several locations. Officials say Hacienda isn't going anywhere but the three properties that are being...
New Study Reveals Indiana Has One of the Best School Systems in America
Choosing the right school for your kiddo is a huge decision for parents. But, what does that even mean - the "right" school? That answer is probably different for every student. So how does a parent - especially parents of youngsters just starting school - make that decision? WalletHub just released a report that might provide some insight to parents.
Police Warn Indiana Parents Against Back-to-School Photo Trend
If you plan on taking photos of your kids on their first day of school, there are some things that you need to know about before you post them on social media. Summer break is nearing its end. It feels like just yesterday, the kiddos were getting out of school and eager to take advantage of summer. In less than a month's time, kids will be returning to school. By now, you might have already started back-to-school shopping for clothes and supplies so the kiddos will be looking sharp on their first day back. Over the past few years, there has been a trend on social media where parents take photos of their kids on the first day of school posing with a sign to celebrate the first day of a new school year. These signs could be revealing more personal information about your child than you realize, and can all be used by predators, scammers, and other people looking to endanger your child, family, or finances.
DEI bullying assumes people didn’t earn their jobs
This commentary originally appeared in the Indiana Capital Chronicle. One of the most disheartening things I saw following the failed attempt to assassinate Donald Trump was a concentrated, days-long social media flogging of a female U.S. Secret Service agent. Social media users clipped shots of her from video, spread them and commented on her hair, […]
5 questions with St. John’s Rick Pitino
Rick Pitino is attempting to lead St. John’s back to the NCAA Tournament. After narrowly missing March Madness last season, the Hall-of-Fame head coach has his sights set on a significant jump in his second year with the Red Storm. I caught up with Pitino on Wednesday in Queens to discuss last season, chasing UConn, and what has to happen for St. John’s be a major factor in 2024-25. Jon Rothstein: What was the emotional experience like for you from the end of the UConn game in the Big East Tournament to the end of Selection Sunday when you found out that you wouldn’t be playing in the NCAA Tournament?
Valparaiso University Makes Top 50 Programs Listed by The Princeton Review
Valparaiso University’s College of Business has been named to the Princeton University Review’s list of the Top 50 Online Master of Business Administration (MBA) Programs for 2024. This accolade is just one of several that the Online MBA Program at the University has received in the past year.
Sonya Massey killing ignites widespread outrage: VP Kamala Harris, President Joe Biden Speak Out
Disturbing new body cam footage has surfaced, showing the tragic police shooting of Sonya Massey, a Black woman from Illinois, who was fatally shot by a police officer after calling 911 in fear of an intruder in her home. This footage has intensified public outrage and prompted a heartfelt response...
Indiana officials say state finances 'healthy' even as reserves decline
(The Center Square) – Indiana closed its books for the 2024 fiscal year this week, and while the state’s surplus fell by nearly 13% from the previous year, Gov. Eric Holcomb and other officials said the year-end report showed the state’s financial standing remains solid. When the fiscal year ended June 30, Indiana finished with a surplus of $2.55 billion in its coffers. That total was down nearly $375 million from 2023. Operating revenues rose 1.5% from last year to $21.91 billion. ...
Two southern Indiana education centers receive $175K for youth apprenticeship pilot programs
INDIANAPOLIS – Two education training sites in southern Indiana were each awarded $175,000 to launch youth apprenticeship pilots in their local communities. Southern Indiana Education Center in Jasper and Southern Indiana Works in New Albany were among four facilities chosen for the awards. Ascend Indiana, the talent and workforce...
Yelp Elites Claim This is the Best Fried Chicken in Indiana
The battle for the best fried chicken title continues in Indiana as Yelp Elites unveil their new favorite. Growing up in southern Indiana, fried chicken was a staple at my house. My family would usually order it from our local grocery store after church on Sunday, and it was always a meal I looked forward to. I've had a lot of great fried chicken over the years, so it's quite hard to pick a favorite. Some of the major chains that stick out in my mind are Church's Texas Chicken and Bojangles, but my regular go-to place is the JayC Food Store. That said, one restaurant in Indiana is now said to have the best fried chicken in the state.
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