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Loretta Rush reappointed as Indiana chief justice
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Judicial Nominating Commission on Wednesday unanimously reappointed Loretta Rush as chief justice of the Indiana Supreme Court, extending her leadership of the state’s judicial branch for another five-year term. Rush, who was appointed to the state’s highest court in 2012 by then-Gov. Mitch Daniels, was selected as Indiana’s first female chief […]
Auburn Gresham’s Jamaican Jerk Villa Will Open Indoor And Outdoor Dining In September
AUBURN GRESHAM — A family-owned restaurant known for its Jamaican cuisine will soon offer indoor and outdoor patio seating on Auburn Gresham’s 79th Street corridor. Beginning Labor Day weekend, neighbors can relax with a rum punch and meal at Jamaican Jerk Villa Bar & Grill. The newly designed restaurant at 642-648 W. 79th St. will open with indoor and patio seating, said owner Peter McKnight.
Gunmen rob 6 people outside hotels in the Loop, West Loop
CHICAGO — Gunmen have robbed six people outside hotels in the Loop and West Loop in the past two nights. There are indications that the same group is responsible for both crimes. This morning, three people were robbed in the 100 block of West Randolph around 2:03 a.m., according...
Gracious Sakes Alive, Sister Jean Is 105!
World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War all have complete memorials in D.C.It’s taken a long time, but the U.S. memorial to World War I, rendered by renowned sculptor Sabin Howard, will open soon. Good thing, since that war ended in 1918. Want a mind-blower?. Sister...
Nursing home fire in western suburbs elicits large emergency response, firefighters extinguish blaze
WESTMONT, Ill. — Firefighters extinguished a structure fire early Wednesday morning at a nursing home in Chicago’s western suburbs. Fire officials say Westmont emergency services were dispatched to Westmont Manor Nursing Home, a two-story building at 512 East Ogden Avenue, in response to a fire alarm just after 4:30 a.m. Wednesday. The westbound lanes of […]
A Portage Life in the Spotlight: Meg Bonta
Meg Bonta picked up a violin for the first time when she was just 5 years old. Now, she not only plays 11 string instruments, she is also the co-founder of SoundTide Music School in Portage. Growing up in Munster, Bonta attended Andrean High School before pursuing higher education at...
A Valpo Life in the Spotlight: Rick Clements
Rick Clements is what some may call a jack-of-all-trades. Student. Professor. Dad. Author. Speaker. Clements grew up in Indianapolis, graduating from Perry Meridian High School before attending Indiana University, where he received a bachelor’s degree in economics and political science followed by a Master of Business Administration degree in management. After this, he made a switch in studies, completing a Doctor of Philosophy in psychology.
Recycling Rebuttal: Vol. 1; Introduction
For many, recycling in the Region has proven to be a cryptic process plagued by tales of recyclables in landfills and misconceptions about the final resting place for pizza boxes. A “why try?” attitude has left many to practically abandon the practice altogether, some going as far as assuming that their recycling tote is just an extra trash bin. The harsh realities of recycling indifference were brought to light after a series of articles were published in the NWI Times during the spring of this year. At the time of publication, Hobart and Portage had just withdrawn their curbside recycling programs and many argued that this was a major blow to local environmentalism, furthering the notion that recycling is a fruitless and unnecessary effort. For many, the articles fueled further doubt surrounding the fate of their milk jugs and cans. For local environmental advocates, the articles sparked frustration and fear of further recycling ambivalence amongst neighboring citizens. To reference the previously published articles, many have issued a call for response among local leaders and governments to not only educate citizens about proper recycling efforts, but to develop incentivized programs to encourage recycling. While these may be notable suggestions, the burdening reality of cascading landfills and overwhelming waste bring a much greater cost to our health and environment than any financial incentive may amount to. While systems may remain far from perfect, perhaps an unseen culprit in the recycling rebuttal may include a lack of awareness of the Regions’ recycling successes, and systems in place to make local recycling a more accessible, effective, and believable practice.
"It's blanket opportunism": "Rural America" author on "switch between" the "two different JD Vances"
As demonstrated this week at Chicago's United Center, modern American politics is an exercise in branding. Republicans have created a brand based on exclusive claims to so-called patriotic, small government and pro-life traditional values. With Donald Trump, this exercise in branding has become even more extreme — but does not hold up to critical inquiry.
A Mississippi inmate escaped, apparently found work at a Chicago restaurant and then barricaded himself there, officials say
Authorities have captured Joshua Zimmerman, a Mississippi inmate who escaped two months ago and barricaded himself in a Chicago restaurant where he had apparently found a job, the US Marshals Service said Wednesday.
Indiana scraps unpopular diploma plan, proposes new option for college-bound students
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters After months of criticism from educators, parents, school leaders, and higher education institutions, the Indiana Department of Education has released its second attempt at redesigning the state’s high school graduation requirements. The draft of the plan, which the department presented to the State Board of […]
After second draft released, questions linger over Indiana’s proposed diploma changes
A revamped high school diploma model proposed by Indiana education officials appears to have earned approval from the state’s higher education institutions and several school advocacy groups, but others around the state — including parents, teachers, business owners and lawmakers — say they still have questions about the plan. Many said their support hinges on unreleased […]
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