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Illinois quick hits: McClain wants to sever from case; Cameo settles; site prep grants announced
McClain wants to sever from case with Madigan A defendant in the upcoming federal prosecution of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan wants his own trial separate from Madigan. Defendant Michael McClain, a former state lawmaker and ComEd lobbyist known for his close association with Madigan, has filed a request to sever his trial from Madigan's because Madigan's defense team plans to blame McClain for any wrongdoing. ...
Former sheriff's deputy who fatally shot Sonya Massey held 6 police jobs over past 4 years
The former sheriff’s deputy who fatally shot Sonya Massey in her Illinois home while responding to her call for help has held six different police jobs since 2020, the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board confirmed to ABC News. Body camera footage released Monday shows former deputy Sean Grayson yelling at Massey, an unarmed 36-year-old Black woman and mother of two, to put down a pot of boiling hot water. The footage, reviewed by ABC News, shows that Massey told the deputy, "I rebuke you in the name of Jesus," and then she apologized after the officer threatened to shoot her. She poured the water into the sink and ducked down behind a counter, covering her face with what appears to be a red oven mitt. She briefly rose, and Grayson shot her three times in the face. A review by Illinois State Police found that Grayson was not justified in his use of deadly force.
Oregon Ducks Shock Big Ten With Massive Inflatable Duck In Indianapolis River
The Oregon Ducks are joining the Big Ten Conference in style. For their inaugural Big Ten Media Days in Indianapolis, Oregon busted out a massive inflatable Duck to float the White River in downtown Indianapolis.
Get Ready for ‘The Drive-in Laser Light Show’ in Clinton in August
‘The Drive-in Laser Light Show’ is coming to the Clinton Fairgrounds, Aug. 23 and 24. The family friendly ‘Laser Shows’ include your favorite music, all choreographed with cutting-edge effects, high-powered lasers, and Large Screen Laser projection. The Drive-in Laser Light Show-Double Feature is just $39 per vehicle.
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.
Indiana State Police is accepting applications for a regional dispatcher at the Toll Road Regional Dispatch Center
ELKHART CO.- The Indiana State Police is accepting applications to be a Regional Dispatcher at the Toll Road Post to staff the Regional Dispatch Center that operates out of the facility at 52422 County Road 17. This dispatch center covers the length of the Toll Road and the Bremen District....
Back to School Dates Set Across Area
The 2024-25 school year begins soon for students across Indiana. In Knox County, the first day of school in the Vincennes Community School Corporation and Vincennes Catholic Schools is Monday, August 8th. South Knox and North Knox students go back to school Tuesday, August 6th. Locally, students in Washington Community...
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.
Indiana State Fair: Themes, Discounts, and Free Activities
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Fair is rolling out a lineup of themed days, exclusive discounts, and free activities to spice up this year’s festivities. The fair runs from Friday, Aug. 2, to Sunday, Aug. 18, with no events on Mondays. Please take note of the following special discounts and themed days at the […] The post Indiana State Fair: Themes, Discounts, and Free Activities appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
OrthoWorx CEO Named To Indianapolis Business Journal’s Indiana 250 List For 2nd Consecutive Year
OrthoWorx announced Bob Vitoux, president and CEO, has been named to the Indianapolis Business Journal’s Indiana 250 list for the second consecutive year. The annual list recognizes the state’s most influential and impactful leaders across business, philanthropy, the arts, government and not-for-profits. “It’s truly an honor to have...
Cell phones, reading, state testing: See what’s new as Indiana students head back to school
Sign up for Chalkbeat Indiana’s free daily newsletter to keep up with Indianapolis Public Schools, Marion County’s township districts, and statewide education news.Across the state, students are heading back to school soon. Students in Beech Grove and Warren Township start classes this week, followed by the rest of Marion County’s districts next week.With a new school year comes new rules about cell phones in classrooms, a new pilot program for shorter but more frequent state testing, and a new policy on holding back students who can’t read based on third grade reading exams.Read more about these changes and others you’ll...
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