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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...
Mastodons, frequently found in Indiana, could become first “national fossil”
Indiana U.S. Sen. and GOP gubernatorial nominee Mike Braun’s latest bill would officially name the mastodon as the first U.S. national fossil. If the National Fossil Act is passed by the House and signed into law, the mastodon would join the bald eagle, bison, rose, and oak tree as enduring national symbols of the United […]
Vermilion Co. woman killed in rural car vs. semi crash
MILFORD, Ill. (WCIA) — A Vermilion County woman is dead after her vehicle collided with a semi-tractor in rural Milford Wednesday evening. Just before 5 p.m., Iroquois County Sheriff’s Police responded to the car vs. semi accident at the intersection of County Road 2000 East and 1000 North. The first vehicle, a 2017 Chrysler Pacifica, […]
Millions from federal grant to train young Illinois workers to use heavy machinery
ILLINOIS (WTVO) — Millions of federal dollars are being used to get more young people into jobs that use heavy machinery in Illinois. The state received $80 million to support apprenticeship programs. On Thursday, Rep. Nikki Budzinski (D-13th) joined a workforce development organization and a heavy machinery company to explain how the grant funding will […]
Super Sized Fun Center Planned in La Porte
(La Porte, IN) - The door has opened in La Porte for construction of a family fun center that would contain 33,000 square feet of space for arcade games, pinball machines and other things ranging from bowling to a restaurant/bar. The La Porte Redevelopment Commission on Wednesday, July 31 unanimously...
5-year-old Griffith boy dies after found unconscious in backyard pool: police
A 5-year-old Griffith boy died last week, days after he was found unconscious in a swimming pool.Dante Rivers died Friday at Comer Children's Hospital, the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office said.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchGriffith police said emergency crews responded to the 1200-block of North Wood Street on July 22, after the boy was found in a backyard swimming pool.He had wandered out of a home in the area, causing his parents and neighbors to go looking for him, police said.SEE ALSO: Teen in critical condition after nearly drowning at Skokie Holiday Inn: policeEmergency responders performed life-saving measures on the unconscious boy, who was taken to the hospital for treatment."The community mourns with the family for their tragic loss," Griffith police said in a statement.
Gary Community School Corporation Hires Chief Financial Officer
Linda Zaborowski brings nearly 20 years of Experience in Non-Profit Finance. Today during a special meeting, the Gary Community School Corporation School Board of Trustees approved the hiring of Linda Zaborowski as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This represents another significant appointment as the district continues to build its leadership team post State oversight.
Powers Health, Northwest Cancer Centers bring advanced cancer care to Crown Point
Powers Health and Northwest Cancer Centers are pleased to announce their collaboration in a new, state-of-the art cancer center in Crown Point. The Cancer Care Center, slated to open in summer 2025, will serve as a regional destination and convenient location for patients with cancer to receive exceptional care. The...
Portage Lakefront hours shortened amid safety concerns at Indiana Dunes
PORTAGE, Ind. - Portage Lakefront and Riverwalk at Indiana Dunes National Park will operate under reduced hours for the remainder of the summer. The change comes in response to an increase in overnight vandalism and illegal beach fires, park officials announced. The new hours, which will take effect on August 2, are 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Inaugural South Shore Bass Open Aug 3-4
The Inaugural South Shore Bass Open is set for August 3-4, at the Hammond Marina; presented by Horseshoe Casino. Fishing the waters of southern Lake Michigan in Indiana and Illinois, teams of anglers will be in pursuit of the plentiful smallmouth and largemouth bass that inhabit Lake Michigan and its tributaries.
Drug User Booted from Store Parking Lot
(La Porte County, IN - For a short period of time, a local Family Express was not so family friendly. La Porte County Police were called last night to the Family Express at U.S. 20 and Indiana 39 on a report of a woman passed out in the driver’s seat of a vehicle with what appeared to be drug paraphernalia on her lap.
Local 10u All-Star Team Headed to Cal Ripken World Series in Indiana
(Park Hills, MO) An area 10-and-under baseball team is headed to Crown Point, Indiana after qualifying for the Cal Ripken 10u World Series. The Mineral Area All-Stars, also known as Bulldogs, punched their ticket to the biggest tournament of the year with a thrilling come-from-behind victory in the Midwest Plains Region Tournament championship game held in Denver, Colorado.
Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra receives grant from Indiana Arts Commission
INDIANAPOLIS—The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) recently announced the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra as a recipient of the Arts Organization Support grant program. During its Quarterly Business Meeting in June, the Commission approved funding recommendations for the Arts Project Support and Arts Organization Support grant programs. Between the two grant programs, 338 organizations in 77 Indiana counties are receiving funding.
Judge grants motion to move Delphi murders suspect out of Indiana Department of Correction
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Judge Frances Gull on Thursday granted a motion to move Delphi murders suspect Richard Allen out of the Indiana Department of Correction. On day three of the Delphi murders court hearings, Gull granted the defense’s request to vacate Allen’s safekeeping order. Allen will be moving out of the Indiana Department of Correction, […]
Pritzker on shortlist for VP as DNC opens virtual voting to nominate Harris
CHICAGO - The Democratic National Committee has opened virtual voting to officially nominate Vice President Kamala Harris as their presidential nominee. This vote is one of two major decisions that need to be made before the Democratic National Convention starts on August 19. As the nomination process unfolds, the Harris...
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