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Indiana agency recommends 60% reduction in Duke Energy proposed rate increase
After hearing from consumers, a state agency is coming out in opposition to Duke Energy's proposed rate increases. The Indiana Office of Utility Consumer Counselor (OUCC) is recommending a 60% reduction in Duke Energy's request, including no increase to the monthly residential customer service charge and a reduction in Duke Energy's authorized return on equity.
Pritzker looks to build up 'blue wall' with stops in Indiana, Ohio
Pushing through concerns of age and a shaky debate performance, Gov. JB Pritzker has been adamant that President Joe Biden is the man to defeat former President Donald Trump come November while shooting down claims that he himself could enter the race. Still, some Midwest Democrats think the Democratic governor...
Three Tornadoes Confirmed In Northern Indiana From Monday’s Storms
ELKHART, Ind. (WISH) — The National Weather Service has confirmed at least three tornadoes hit northern Indiana early Tuesday morning including one that traveled through residential areas in Elkhart. A weak tornado hit Crown Point. The weather service officer in Chicago had not provided details by late Tuesday afternoon. A weak tornado with peak gusts […] The post Three Tornadoes Confirmed In Northern Indiana From Monday’s Storms appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
'No time for wimpy Republicans,' Indiana's Jim Banks tells RNC
MILWAUKEE ― By the time U.S. Rep. Jim Banks of Indiana took the stage during a prime-time slot at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee on Tuesday ― also his 45th birthday ― the audience's energy was starting to wear a little thin. But the Indiana delegation was with the Columbia City resident on every word as he sang former President Donald Trump's praises and said President Joe Biden has been "an embarrassment." ...
Cost of Parking Going Up for Boat Race
(Michigan City, IN) - Parking at Washington Park is going to cost more during the upcoming Greats Lakes Grand Prix. The Michigan City Parks and Recreation Department has announced a $40 special events parking fee will be charged for every vehicle entering the park without a parking sticker. All other...
Apparent Lake Michigan Drowning Scare Today
(Michigan City, IN) - It appears at least two people nearly drowned this afternoon in Lake Michigan at Michigan City. Emergency responders were called about 3 p.m. to Washington Park on reports of a rescue in progress of two people struggling in the water. The U.S. Coast Guard and the...
Driver in Ditch Arrested for OWI
(La Porte County, IN) - A man is facing drunk driving charges after his car wound up in a steep La Porte County ditch. Ryan Byers, 32, was arrested Tuesday after discovered by a patrol officer alerted to the vehicle by a passing motorist about 2 p.m. Byers told the...
Indiana governor's race: McCormick gains ground in fundraising but lags behind Mike Braun
Indiana Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jennifer McCormick has made leaps in fundraising in recent months, though she still lags far behind her Republican opponent in the fall, U.S. Sen. Mike Braun. McCormick, whose endorsed running mate got the seal of approval from Democratic delegates last weekend, is heading into the fall campaign season with...
Sen. Young, others introduce bill to improve cybersecurity in health care
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – U.S. Senator Todd Young, among others, introduced the bipartisan Healthcare Cybersecurity Act to bolster the health care and public health sectors’ cybersecurity in light of recent cyberattacks. Officials from Sen. Young’s office say earlier this year, the health care sector faced a ransomware attack on the health payment platform Change Healthcare, which they […]
Michigan City hosts AquaX Grand Prix, welcoming racers from around the world
Washington Park Beach buzzed with activity on Friday evening, as the AquaX Aquacross championship series descended on Michigan City. Featuring the world’s best Jet Ski riders in fast, action-packed competition across endurance and sprint races, the series is one of the fastest growing watercraft competitions in the world. Michigan...
LPHS Fieldhouse Strength and Conditioning Project Underway to Enhance Athletic Training Facilities
The La Porte Community School Corporation (LPCSC) is excited to announce the Field House Strength and Conditioning Project, a significant initiative aimed at providing a modern, functional, and state-of-the-art athletic training space for student-athletes. This project responds to the findings of the 2020 Facility Study, which identified critical district needs, including upgrades to the aging field house.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. files with state for Indiana ballot
INDIANAPOLIS (INDIANA CAPITAL CHRONICLE) — Third-party presidential candidate and controversial figure Robert F. Kennedy Jr. apparently has submitted enough signatures for the Indiana Election Division to certify his candidacy, meaning Kennedy will likely appear on the November ballot as an option for Hoosiers. The Indiana Election Division confirmed that Kennedy met the Monday deadline at […]
Many Power Outages Remain from Storm
(Merrillville, IN) - There are still people throughout the area without power after Monday night’s storm. According to NIPSCO, close to 2,000 customers were still without power this morning in its La Porte service area. Nearly 900 NIPSCO customers in the Michigan City area remained without service while there...
Horizon Bank donates $3,000 to Franciscan Health Michigan City’s Center of Hope
The Franciscan Health Foundation of Northern Indiana recently received a $3,000 donation from Horizon Bank to support the Franciscan Health Michigan City Center of Hope program. “When you think about corporate sponsorship in the community, you think about Horizon and Franciscan,” said Steve Kring, regional president for Horizon Bank –...
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