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Case closed: Prosecutors reject charges in Little Village homicide, concluding shooter acted in self-defense
CHICAGO — Prosecutors have rejected Chicago police efforts to file felony charges in connection with a fatal shooting in Little Village, concluding the shooter acted in self-defense. CWBChicago has secured video of the shooting, which occurred late on July 12 in the 2600 block of South Ridgeway. (Due to...
Illinois Storm Warning: Strong Winds and Hail Threaten Chicagoland Tonight
Illinois, July 31, 2024 – A round of severe thunderstorms is expected to sweep through Illinois late tonight, with the National Weather Service (NWS) issuing a severe weather alert for areas south of I-80. Residents in these areas should prepare for damaging winds and quarter-sized hail as storms develop after midnight and continue into early Thursday morning.
Versiti Blood Center urges urgent blood donations amid shortage
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Versiti Blood Center of Indiana, which supplies blood to more than 60 hospitals statewide, is experiencing an urgent need for blood donations. The center collects over 130,000 units of blood annually but is now calling on Hoosiers to help replenish their supply. Penny Schroeder, area vice president for Versiti Blood Center of […]
Indiana passed over for funding to cut greenhouse gas emissions, aims to do so anyway
A federal grant spurred Indiana to create its first climate plan and the state had hoped another grant would help put it into action. It didn’t get it, but the Indiana Department of Environmental Management said it still plans to continue the work.
Indiana conservation officer: ‘Every day is different’
Billy Doss is an Indiana Department of Natural Resources conservation officer. He is assigned to District 4, which encompasses 11 counties, including Hamilton. Conservation officers have statewide jurisdiction and full police powers. One of 214 Indiana conservation officers within the DNR’s Law Enforcement Division, Doss said he primarily works in...
Indiana wants high school students to have college credit and career training. IPS says it’s ready.
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. INDIANAPOLIS (CHALKBEAT INDIANA) — As Indiana prepares to require high schools to offer both college-level courses and work experiences, some educators share a concern: Is it feasible for high schools and for students? Beginning this year, all high schools must offer or have a plan […]
AUTO CASEY: Indiana-built 2024 Subaru Crosstrek chooses sport over wilderness
INDIANAPOLIS — I’ve been a big fan of the Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness since I first drove one in Utah last summer and earlier this year back in Indiana. Its 9.3-inches of ground clearance, fortified black body cladding, and more powerful engine take it down almost any trail, but most of us don’t really need all of that to pick up groceries or take the kids to a Friday night movie. The Sport edition may be a better choice for most of us.
Largest Indiana antiques and vintage market returns to Lawrenceburg Fairgrounds
Indiana's largest antique and vintage market is back at the Lawrenceburg Fairgrounds. The market is in its 39th year and has become a popular destination for collectors and thrifters. The market will feature 125 vendors covering five acres at each monthly market selling furniture, jewelry, vintage clothing and accessories, pottery,...
Foster Success provides critical support for youth
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Foster Success, the only Indiana nonprofit dedicated to supporting 14 to 26-year-olds transitioning from foster care, is making significant strides in helping young people navigate adulthood. Travis Tester, chief development and communications officer, stopped by WISH-TV to chat with Daybreak Anchor Jeremy Jenkins about the organization’s mission and programs. “Older foster youth […]
High heat and storm risks continue
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The future innovators of Indiana
The year's biggest competition for the next generation of Hoosier entrepreneurs brought new ideas for stopping school shootings, making roads safer and AI legal assistants. The big picture: The students bringing their ideas to the world via the Innovate WithIN pitch competition are making noise as investors on the hunt for the next big thing keep a close eye on Indiana.
Retro Indy: Meet Indiana's Socialist presidential candidate who ran from a prison cell
The first man to run for president from prison was a Hoosier known for his radical views and support for workers' rights. In 1920, Indiana native Eugene Debs led a Socialist Party campaign for the presidency from a Georgia prison cell, garnering nearly a million votes. Jailed for speaking out against World War...
Awake Illinois to screen anti-trans film in Downers Grove
DOWNERS GROVE – Far-right organization Awake Illinois will be screening the anti-transgender film “Gender Transformation: The Untold Realities” at the Downers Grove Public Library. The screening will be on Wednesday, Aug. 21, at 6:30 p.m. It was produced by the Epoch Times, a far-right publication that is...
Purdue president: Proposed diploma requirements would not satisfy admissions
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The leaders of at least three public universities have told state education officials that proposed changes to high school diplomas would not prepare Indiana students for college. Letters obtained by News 8 show university leaders this month told state education officials the proposed GPS diploma should include additional coursework that would satisfy […]