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Parents can safely surrender babies up to 30 days old due to Indiana's safe haven law
Update: This story was updated to clarify that surrended babies do not always go into custody of DCS, they can go to pre-adoptive homes. The deaths of two abandoned babies left out in the elements became foundational in establishing Indiana's Safe Haven Law. After the discovery of these babies, the state's opinion on parents...
Pierogi Fest returns to Whiting, Indiana this weekend
CHICAGO (CBS) —The wackiest festival in America returns to Whiting, Indiana this weekend.The 2024 Pierogi Fest kicks off on Friday and runs from July 26 to July 28, honoring Eastern European culture through food. Among the festival's wackiness, Pierogi Fest also honors the role that grandmothers play in nearly every world culture. Throughout the festival, visitors will see Buscias walking around the mile-long fair in their stockings and housecoats. The Buscias will be joined by Mr. Perogi, the Pieroguettes, Miss Paczki, Halupki Guy and Polkahontas.With so much going on during the three-day Pierogi Party, CBS News Chicago has you covered with everything...
La Porte High School Teacher Jason Remmel Named Top 25 Finalist for Indiana Teacher of the Year
Jason Remmel, a distinguished La Porte High School teacher, has been named a Top 25 Finalist in the 2025 Indiana Teacher of the Year (INTOY) Program. Jason's leadership in professional development has been pivotal in advancing technology and professional growth within the La Porte Community School Corporation (LPCSC). As the LPHS Computer Resource Person and technology department liaison, he has spearheaded new teacher technology orientation training and coordinated the implementation of the Gizmos Explore Learning Curriculum. His grant writing and professional development coordination have ensured the successful integration of Gizmos into the science curriculum for grades 5-12, ushering in a new era of interactive learning. Moreover, his leadership in implementing the Project Lead The Way Biomedical Sciences pathway at LPHS has significantly enriched the curriculum, offering students valuable exposure to biomedical sciences.
‘No one asked’: Many West Side residents say they were left in dark about DNC plans
For the past half-century, Dee Henderson has lived in an old brick house a few hundred feet from the United Center. Henderson, 66, has raised her children and grandchildren in the house. She’s hosted parties for Chicago Bulls victories and spent summers on her back porch, sipping her favorite cocktail — Tito’s vodka, orange juice, grenadine and Sprite — and watching her kids play in an ...
Eastern Iowa, Western Illinois Brace for Heat Wave, Storms
Quad Cities, IA/IL – Residents in Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois should prepare for a hot and humid weekend with scattered thunderstorms. Temperatures are expected to rise into the lower 90s, bringing with them increased humidity and storm chances. According to the US National Weather Service Quad Cities, the...
‘Why can’t that be me?’ Chicago-area native Paul Juda shines in Olympic debut for Team USA gymnastics
PARIS — As a freshman in high school, U.S. gymnast Paul Juda attended a training camp for the junior national team where the coaches instructed the athletes to look around. “There will be an Olympian in this room,” they said. “There will be a world champion.” As he looked at the other gymnasts, Juda’s mind opened to the possibilities for someone with his talent and determination. He purchased ...
Indiana spots play perfect 'surrealistic' role in 'The Duel,' starring Dylan Sprouse
Editor's note: Follow us on Instagram and hit the red carpet with us Sunday night for the premiere of "The Duel" The mansion at the center of "The Duel" is the site of the planned test of honor, a home inhabited by a drug baron eager to see two 20-something American friends work out their argument over a woman the old-fashioned way. It's an opulent place with ivory-hued stone surrounded by verdant shrubs and the kind of...
Chicago weather: Showers, thunderstorms possible on Sunday
CHICAGO - Chicago had beautiful weather today, but it's about to take a turn. Clouds will move into the city on Saturday night with lows reaching the upper 60s. On Sunday, we will transition into more cloud cover with a risk of a few showers and thunderstorms. Then, to start...
Young boy critically injured after falling from window in West Lawn, Chicago police say
A young boy is in critical condition after he fell from a window Saturday evening on the city's Southwest Side.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe fall happened around 5:15 p.m. in the 3700 block of West 63rd Street in West Lawn, Chicago police said.The boy, whose age is about 4 years old, fell out of a window, police said.He was taken to Christ Hospital, where he was initially reported to be in critical condition, police said.No further information surrounding the fall was immediately available.This is a breaking news story. Check back with ABC7 for updates.
The Lansing Journal Journeys: Times Square
The Lansing Journal made it to Times Square, thanks to Steven Carr, who took us along on his trip to New York City. We appreciate being able to visit the space named after our fellow publication, the New York Times. About The Lansing Journal Journeys. This history of community photography...
WHAS11 Weather Impact Alert Days issued for Sunday, Monday for scattered thunderstorms
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The WHAS11 Impact Weather Team has issued an alert day for today and Monday as showers and thunderstorms are expected to impact the majority of central Kentucky and southern Indiana at times. Neither today or Monday will be complete washouts and you will still have plenty...
Braun: Cut property taxes and freeze future increases
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Republican governor candidate Mike Braun on Friday said he would expand property tax relief eligibility if elected. Braun released his proposal to cut property taxes Friday morning. Chief among the plan provisions is a change to the homestead deduction. Braun’s plan would allow anyone whose home has an assessed value over $125,000 […]
Hoosier Libertarian Senate Candidate Calls for More Voter Choices
INDIANAPOLIS — Andrew Horning, who is running for Senate, says Libertarians take government corruption seriously. He adds that his campaign faces challenges, including limited access to the ballot. “Everybody knows that our government is corrupt, but nobody votes like that,” Horning told WIBC’s Tony Katz. “One of the reasons that Libertarians have been becoming significant […] The post Hoosier Libertarian Senate Candidate Calls for More Voter Choices appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Five golfers place in Top 10 at Indiana Women’s Golf Association State Amateur Championship
Five Hamilton County golfers reached the top 10 of the Indiana Women’s Golf Association State Amateur Championship, which took place this week at The Players Club in Muncie. The three-day, 54-hole event ran from July 22 to 24 at the Woodland Trails course. Westfield’s Samantha Brown was the county’s top finisher, placing fourth with a five under par score of 211.
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