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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 […]
Indiana Alert: 7 Million Pounds of Boar’s Head Deli Meat Recalled Following Deadly Listeria Outbreak
Whether you're a busy parent packing school lunches, a professional juggling work and dinner prep, or simply someone who loves a good deli sandwich, the recent recall of Boar's Head deli meat is a must-know. Let's dive into the details and keep our families safe and healthy!. What Has Been...
Attorney General Todd Rokita invites Hoosiers to visit the Indiana Unclaimed booth at the State Fair
INDIANAPOLIS – Attorney General Todd Rokita invites Hoosiers to attend the Indiana State Fair to meet the team, learn about the office, and reunite with your unclaimed property. The Indiana State Fair runs from Friday, August 2nd to Sunday, August 18th, and is closed on Mondays. Attorney General Rokita’s...
Indiana's governor candidates want property tax relief. Here's why change is tricky
The massive surge in home value assessments ― and resulting property tax bills ― that landed in Hoosiers' mailboxes last year has led to property tax relief becoming one of the hottest topics on the campaign trail. Property tax bills for homeowners across Indiana went up 18% on average in 2023, thanks to...
Indiana as the Silicon Valley of the Midwest? How key players across the state aim to make it happen
Indiana is poised to become a global leader in life sciences and biotechnology – think lab-grown organs, plastic-eating bacteria and quantum machine learning that could revolutionize cancer treatments – thanks to a project decades in the making that spans partnerships with universities, municipalities, state government and life sciences behemoths like Eli Lilly. Now armed with a $51 million implementation grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce, Indiana’s Heartland BioWorks, one of 31 regional technology hubs across the...
Listeria outbreak prompts Kroger recall of produce, dips sold in 5 states
A possible listeria contamination has prompted a flurry of recalls recently of vegetables, salsas and deli meat. Kroger shoppers in five states are once again being asked to check their fridges for products that may be contaminated.
USPS Initiates Mailing Service Changes, IN Residents Affected
The United States Postal Service (USPS) plays a vital role in the daily lives of Indiana residents. From sending letters and packages to receiving bills and other important documents, residents rely on their mailing services for efficient and cost-effective shipping options. However, customers in the state will now be affected by recent changes to services provided by USPS.
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.