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State Police conduct Jennings County in-custody death investigation
NORTH VERNON, Ind. – The North Vernon Police Department (NVPD) asked the Indiana State Police (ISP) Versailles Post to initiate an in-custody death investigation on Friday afternoon. NVPD Officers responded to a domestic incident at a residence on Hoosier Street on Friday at around 5:50 a.m. It was the...
Indiana schools embrace AI, but hope to ‘keep humans in the loop’
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters The Indiana Department of Education’s first formal foray into artificial intelligence led to thousands of students working with AI tutors and learning from lesson plans created by AI. A total of 112 schools across all grade levels in 36 districts participated in the department’s nearly […]
Indiana biotech hub receives $51 million grant; state no longer ‘hidden gem’ of biotech industry
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Around $51 million in federal funds have been awarded to Indiana-based Heartland BioWorks, a biotech hub part of the Applied Research Institute. BioWorks‘ five-year plan is to develop future medicines, train future workers, house new technologies and facilities, and support other biotech companies. Andrew Kossack, BioWorks’ executive vice president, told News 8 […]
National Weather Service confirms July 4 tornado in southern Indiana
CORYDON, Ind. (WISH) — The National Weather Service in Louisville on Friday confirmed an EF-0 tornado touched down in southern Indiana on Thursday afternoon. A survey report from the NWS says the tornado began in Harrison County, just west of IN 135 north of Corydon around 1:05 p.m. Thursday. It traveled just under a mile, […]
Silver Alert Declared for Missing Hoosier Family
STATEWIDE — You have probably seen Silver Alerts for missing Hoosiers, but one has now been declared for an entire family. Indy Metro Police need your help locating the Terrells, who have been missing since Thursday afternoon. They say 4-year-old girl Frankie, 3-year-old girl Queen, and 1-year-old boy King were last seen with their parents, […] The post Silver Alert Declared for Missing Hoosier Family appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Rain or shine, Fourth of July celebrations thrive
Despite the pouring rain, Hoosiers refused to let it dampen their spirits as they gathered to celebrate freedom and unity across central Indiana. “Last year, all of our faces were sunburned,” said Carmel resident Brandi Lehikoinen. “We were trying to get all the water we could selling from the Boys Scouts and there was nowhere to sit.”
Memory of Carson Hughes honored
Congresswoman Houchin Honors the Memory of Carson Hughes with Congressional Art Competition Win. Washington, D.C. (July 3, 2024) – Congresswoman Erin Houchin was deeply honored to host Jason and Mandy Hughes of Osgood, Indiana, parents of the late Carson Hughes, in Washington, D.C. last week. Carson, a Jac-Cen-Del student, was a passionate outdoorsman who channeled his love for nature through the art of photography.
National Eucharistic Pilgrimage’s journey through Northwest Indiana
Historic walking pilgrimage travels through Northwest Indiana. On July 1 the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage, a historic walking journey with Jesus in the Eucharist, arrived in Northwest Indiana for a dynamic and diverse five-day excursion through the Diocese of Gary. Father Declan McNicholas, director of missionary discipleship and evangelization for the...
Secret’s out! Yelp outs Indy’s best kept fried chicken spot as state’s best
INDIANAPOLIS — National Fried Chicken Day is July 6 so celebrate by taking a bite of flavor at a local Indy joint named by Yelp Elites as the best fried chicken in Indiana. The secret is out! Shani’s Secret Chicken, located at 4930 Lafayette Road on the city’s northwest side, was named as Indiana’s representative […]
After nearly 40 years, happy hours return to Southern Indiana bars
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - After nearly 40 years, bars in Indiana can now once again offer happy hour specials. In March, Governor Eric Holcomb signed House Bill 1086 into law, allowing happy hours to return beginning on July 1. Hourly drink discounts were banned in the Hoosier state in 1985...
Indiana Department Of Natural Resources Launches Contest For Wildlife Artists
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is looking for artists for its Fish and Wildlife Art and Photo Contest!. Beginning in early 2025, you will have the option to purchase your Indiana hunting, fishing, trapping or combination license as a durable card. DNR says these will hold up better to outdoor conditions.
Democratic lieutenant governor challengers say party’s base needs better representation
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Two challengers to Terry Goodin’s bid for lieutenant governor on Friday said Democratic voters are tired of business as usual and want real change at the top of the ticket. Indiana Democratic Party delegates will gather on July 13 to decide who will join governor primary winner Jennifer McCormick’s ticket. McCormick has […]
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