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‘ANGRY PASSION’: Indiana Court of Appeals Judge Patricia Riley takes compassion and zest for learning into retirement
A button that Court of Appeals of Indiana Judge Patricia Riley kept in her chambers served as a reminder of path she forged for other women judges to follow. (Photo/Marilyn Odendahl) For Judge Patricia Riley, it was the candy. Nearly 70 years later, while sitting in her chambers at the...
Federal court dismisses ACLU lawsuit against Purdue, IU
A federal court dismissed an American Civil Liberties-led lawsuit against Purdue and Indiana University earlier this month after the judge ruled that the ACLU lacked standing to sue the universities. The ACLU filed the lawsuit in May over S.E.A. 202, a state law passed earlier this year that designates university...
THE SCORE: Lightning delays plague week two, Adams Central posts big win over Eastside
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Although most games started under clear conditions on Friday nights, storms rolled in later on and caused a series of postponements throughout Northeast Indiana. Adams Central managed to get a full game in against Eastside, with the Flying Jets posting a 43-0 win. Joey Everett...
RiverLink wants customers to be aware of scam text targeting users
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — It can happen to anyone within a matter of seconds. A text message attempting to impersonate RiverLink, the toll service provider for the three bridges between Louisville and southern Indiana, has been appearing on phones of those who use the service. "It kind of flagged as...
State receives outpouring of comments about Duke's pending rate increase | What's the Deal?
INDIANAPOLIS — More than 4,000 comments were submitted to the state about Duke's pending rate case. Comments are part of the public case record and were filed as evidence on July 11 and Aug. 27. WTHR told you about your chance to speak up back in June, and it...
Eastern Star Church to host panel on voter engagement
To combat the reduction in voter engagement and participation in Indiana, Eastern Star Church is hosting a panel at 7 p.m. on Sept. 4 at their main campus. The panel will focus on addressing “the critical importance of voting and reflect on the legacy of trailblazers who fought for the freedom to vote,” according to a statement released by the church.
Kroger price gouging allegations strike chord with Indiana shoppers
INDIANAPOLIS — It seems like every trip to the grocery store is getting more and more expensive. Seeing that register price go up and up can be daunting for people. Multiple reports state a Kroger executive admitted the company increased prices above the inflation levels. "I'm not surprised," said...
Purdue students want lawmakers to expand Indiana Lifeline Law
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WISH) — Two student leaders at Purdue University want to change the Indiana Lifeline Law. The law gives legal protection to anyone who calls 911 to get an underage drinker medical attention. However, it does not protect the person needing medical attention. The students are trying to lobby lawmakers at the Statehouse […]
Urgent Need: Special Olympics Indiana Seeks Coaches
Special Olympics Indiana urgently needs more coaches to support their expanding roster of athletes. Humans have a fundamental need to be around other humans. As a child, I don't think there was any greater emotional pain than being excluded from an activity or game with peers. It's a sting that lingers, and one that can really ding your self-worth. Inclusion matters, as highlighted in the Special Olympics mission statement. The organization has been empowering athletes for decades, specifically those with intellectual disabilities. However, to do that, they need community support and, of course, athletic coaches.
National conservative group alleges systemic election fraud in survey sent to Indiana voters
A survey sent to Noblesville area voters from a national conservative think tank contends election fraud is on the rise as part of illegal attempts to steal elections. The D.C.-based Heritage Foundation also claims to be nonpartisan, though its website highlights conservative views numerous times. The survey and two-page letter also include inflammatory language such […]
Goodbye daylight saving time, hello one more hour of sleep. Fall back? When does DST end?
Summer is almost over, but that means fall will be here soon. If you're looking forward to our clocks "falling back" to get an extra hour of sleep, here's when daylight saving time ends and everything else you need to know about it. When does fall 2024 start: Schools are back in...
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