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Streaker Who Ran Through Indiana Baseball Game Offered Contract
A streaker carrying an American flag recently ran across the field at a Dubois County Bombers game, and now he's been offered to play for the team. I've only ever been to one baseball game in my entire life. It was at Busch Stadium on Wednesday, July 29, 2015, when the Cardinals went up against the Cincinnati Reds. I honestly don't remember much from the game itself, because that evening just so happened to be "Star Wars Night" at the stadium. While I was busy taking pictures with cosplayers, browsing fan art, and talking about Star Wars Episode VII with my buddies, others were actually watching the game. That said, I had a great time, and it was a memorable experience.
2024 Olympics: IU alumnus Blake Pieroni earns silver in 200-meter relay
Blake Pieroni’s decision to forego retirement and swim in Paris paid off with his fourth all-time Olympic medal. The 28-year-old IU alumnus earned silver as part of Team USA’s 4 x 200m freestyle relay Tuesday. Pieroni swam in the preliminary rounds. Pieroni previously won two medals at the...
Michigan City receives more than $2 million for road repairs in some neighborhoods
MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. (WSBT) — More than $2 million has been awarded to Michigan City for smoother roads in more than five neighborhoods. The grant from the Indiana Department of Transportation allows cities to match their initial award. According to city engineer Tim Werner, this is a chance to...
Powers Health to bring emergency care to Valparaiso
Powers Health is expanding services for patients seeking emergency care. A new Emergency Department (ED) will be built at the St. Mary Medical Center Outpatient Center, 3800 St. Mary Drive, Valparaiso. “This new Emergency Department is an expansion of the depth of services already offered and is an investment in...
Capital B Gary story: Environmental Advocates Gain ‘A Seat at the Table’ at Gary City Hall
Members of the environmental advisory council will be able to weigh in on a range of environmental and sustainability issues that impact Gary. (Photo/Javonte Anderson at Capital B) This story was originally published by Capital B Gary. Gary community members from different walks of life have joined forces with city...
Rev. Sharpton pushes for Sonya Massey law in Illinois
(CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Civil rights activist Reverend Al Sharpton has joined the chorus of voices fighting for justice for Sonya Massey. Sharpton stood alongside Attorney Ben Crump and the Massey family at the New Mount Pilgrim Church in Chicago Tuesday. Sharpton said, “Yes, we want the officer prosecuted,...
City says Dexter Reed was stopped by Chicago police for tinted windows, contradicting earlier claim
The city of Chicago now says a man killed in a police shooting was pulled over for tinted windows, contradicting an earlier explanation.An officer shot and killed Dexter Reed in March during a traffic stop in Humboldt Park - after investigators say Reed fired first, hitting an officer.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe city originally said officers pulled Reed over because he wasn't wearing a seat belt.Civilian Office of Police Accountability investigators questioned that explanation, asking how officers could have seen the seat belt violation through Reed's tinted windows.Tuesday's news came out in a court filing...
As Chicago-area families face medical mysteries, Almost Home Kids steps up to help
Since 1999, Almost Home Kids has been helping families navigate the challenges and uncertainties that come with caring for a child with medical complexities in Chicago, Peoria and Naperville.
Local nonprofit awarded $100,000 to aid work rehabbing Harvey’s abandoned homes
One nonprofit is getting a boost to transform Harvey’s vacant properties and promote homeownership. The Southland Development Authority accepted a $100,000 check at a ribbon-cutting ceremony last Friday celebrating the completion of a property on 155th St. “What they’re funding is the development of the fund that we will...
Northern Indiana Faces Severe Weather Risks with Damaging Winds and Heavy Rainfall
Fort Wayne, IN – Northern Indiana residents should prepare for a series of severe weather events starting today and continuing into Thursday. Hot and humid conditions are forecasted, with temperatures expected to reach the low to mid-90s today and the mid-90s to 100 degrees on Thursday. According to the...
Weather blog: Another round of severe weather targets central Indiana
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Another round of severe weather is moving into western and central Indiana, bringing with it a threat of heavy rain and damaging winds. Interactive radar | Latest forecast in weather blog | Hourly forecast | Storm Track 8 weather app 1:17 p.m. 1:11 p.m. 12 p.m. A strong thunderstorm will impact northwestern Fulton, northeastern Pulaski, southeastern Starke, and […]