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Northern Indiana Forecast: Isolated Thunderstorms and Gusty Winds Today
Northern Indiana – A frontal boundary will sag south across northern Indiana today, resulting in a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Some of these storms may produce gusty winds over 40 mph this afternoon, primarily south of US Route 6. The National Weather Service reports that the chance of thunderstorms will linger tonight, particularly south of US Route 24, before dry conditions return for the end of the work week.
Indiana’s reserve funds projected to hit post-pandemic low
INDIANAPOLIS (INDIANA CAPITAL CHRONICLE) — Indiana’s reserves will hit a post-pandemic low after years of above-average returns due largely to a Medicaid forecast miss of nearly $1 billion, according to fiscal statements released Tuesday. Budget writers typically aim for reserves to be between 10-12.5% of current year expenditures, and the 2024 fiscal year closed out this […]
Feedback on Indiana’s diploma overhaul plan continues to pour in as state officials deliberate
INDIANAPOLIS (INDIANA CAPITAL CHRONICLE) — As state education officials pump the brakes on a plan to overhaul Indiana’s high school diplomas, concerns from Hoosier teachers, students and families are mounting over the proposed graduation requirements. With the deadline fast approaching for the State Board of Education (SBOE) to finalize the changes, state leaders are asking for more […]
Indiana Train Hosting Christmas Themed Murder Mystery Train Ride
When I was a kid my favorite board game was Clue so it's no surprise that now as an adult I love a good murder mystery. If there's a book, movie, or board game that has a "whodunnit" angle, I am IN. I've always thought it would be so much fun to attend a murder mystery-themed event, and this one even takes place aboard a real train!
Police Warn Indiana Parents Against Back-to-School Photo Trend
If you plan on taking photos of your kids on their first day of school, there are some things that you need to know about before you post them on social media. Summer break is nearing its end. It feels like just yesterday, the kiddos were getting out of school and eager to take advantage of summer. In less than a month's time, kids will be returning to school. By now, you might have already started back-to-school shopping for clothes and supplies so the kiddos will be looking sharp on their first day back. Over the past few years, there has been a trend on social media where parents take photos of their kids on the first day of school posing with a sign to celebrate the first day of a new school year. These signs could be revealing more personal information about your child than you realize, and can all be used by predators, scammers, and other people looking to endanger your child, family, or finances.
Stakeholders from around the state gather to address infant, maternal mortality
The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) kicked off its two-day “Labor of Love” Summit on Tuesday with a series of informational sessions addressing women’s health, teen pregnancy and infant wellbeing and outcomes. At the opening of the summit — which was attended by hundreds of physicians, nurses, caregivers and public health officials — Indiana State […] The post Stakeholders from around the state gather to address infant, maternal mortality appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
Actionable Tips for Fast-Tracking Real Estate Classes in Indiana
One of the prerequisites for anyone wishing to work as a real estate professional in the state is to attend a real estate school in Indiana. Although the courses offered by real estate schools in Indiana vary, there are a few things an individual can do to expedite their education regardless of the particular course. Among other advantages, this promotes a competitive edge, financial gains, and a speedy entry into the market. We will go into some practical advice on how to expedite real estate classes in Indiana for all prospective professionals in this article.
Cell phones, reading, state testing: See what’s new as Indiana students head back to school
Sign up for Chalkbeat Indiana’s free daily newsletter to keep up with Indianapolis Public Schools, Marion County’s township districts, and statewide education news.Across the state, students are heading back to school soon. Students in Beech Grove and Warren Township start classes this week, followed by the rest of Marion County’s districts next week.With a new school year comes new rules about cell phones in classrooms, a new pilot program for shorter but more frequent state testing, and a new policy on holding back students who can’t read based on third grade reading exams.Read more about these changes and others you’ll...
Terry among several Indiana mayors endorsing Kamala Harris for nomination
EVANSVILLE — Mayor Stephanie Terry joined nearly 300 other Democratic mayors from around the United States in endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as the party's next nominee for president. In a news release, the Democratic Mayors Association shared its statement, as well as the full list of mayors who signed on. ...
Indiana provides BeachAlert and guidance on ill deer and chronic wasting disease
Before you go to the beach or try to help an ailing deer in Indiana, check with the state. Here's an alert and some guidance that we shared in this week's Outdoor Adventures column. BeachAlert ...
Storm chances return this afternoon
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A few storms could contain gusty winds, large hail and heavy downpours. This morning: It’s another quiet and muggy morning across much of the state. We’re keeping an eye out for a few areas of fog but I think most areas should be relatively clear through Daybreak this morning. Wednesday: We’ll start […]
3 in 5 Americans believe we’re in a recession, research finds
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH)– New research finds that a majority of people actually think the economy is doing even worse than the “experts” say it is. In fact, 3 in 5 people believe that the U.S. is currently in a recession, even though we’re not officially in one, according to Talker Research on behalf of the a […]
Here are Greater Cincinnati's best 10 running backs in high school football in 2024
With the start of another high school football season around the corner, The Enquirer is ranking the best players in Southwest Ohio, Northern Kentucky and Southeast Indiana. While some coaches prefer lighting up the scoreboard with an air-raid offense, there are still plenty of offenses led by the ground game. These bruising backs help set the tone in the trenches and polish off drives with end-zone plunges. Greater Cincinnati has had no shortage of talented runners in...
IRG of Pennsylvania could receive sizable federal loan
The United States Department of Energy (DOE) Loan Programs Office has announced what it calls a conditional commitment for a loan guarantee of up to $182.6 million to International Recycling Group Erie Inc. (IRG Erie) to help finance its construction of a plastics recycling facility (PRF) in Erie, Pennsylvania. Funds...
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