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First United Methodist Church gathers to honor International Overdose Awareness Day
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - The CDC says Indiana is among a minority of states that saw a decrease in drug overdoses over the last year. On Friday night, many people who have lost loved ones gathered outside First United Methodist Church out of solidarity and to honor International Overdose Awareness Day, which is Saturday.
McCormick emphasizes curriculum, accountability and teachers in Indiana education plan
School accountability, teacher salary boosts and “academic freedom” are priorities on Jennifer McCormick’s education plan, the Democratic gubernatorial candidate announced on Thursday. The former state public instruction superintendent, along with running mate Terry Goodin, said their platform largely intends to create more flexibility for K-12 administrators and educators to craft curriculum, while still ensuring academic […]
Parents, lawmakers question FSSA explanation of nearly $1 billion Medicaid forecasting error, call for increased transparency
INDIANAPOLIS — Several parents, advocates and lawmakers are calling into question the Family and Social Service Administration’s explanation of what led to a nearly $1 billion Medicaid shortfall. The FSSA presented its findings to the Medicaid Oversight Committee earlier this week, which mostly explained what the agency has changed to ensure this doesn’t happen again. […]
Franklin man sentenced to 30 years for child molesting
FRANKLIN, Ind. – A Franklin man who sexually abused children over a six-year period learned his punishment this week. A judge sentenced Mark Bray, 52, to 30 years in prison. The sentence includes 10 years on probation and requires Bray to register as a sex offender for life. Prosecutors...
Aliyah Boston's Indiana Fever Role Had Caitlin Clark 'Crying'
Caitlin Clark might be playing like she has been in the league for years, but the Indiana Fever rookie is only 22 and still loves a good laugh. Since being picked fourth overall by the Fever in the 2024 WNBA Draft, Clark has quickly become a fan favorite. With all the media buzz and her growing ...
Tindley Accelerated Schools celebrates 20th anniversary
Dr. Jonathan Harris, Network President of Tindley Accelerated Schools, collaborated with Dr. Alan Smith and Dr. Ashley Ushi to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Tindley Accelerated Schools in Indianapolis. Tindley Accelerated Schools stands out because they are a public charter network of schools supporting several districts all over Indianapolis and the surrounding counties. It is free—almost 1,000 […]
See how Hamilton Co. restaurants did on their latest inspections with this new tool
HAMILTON COUNTY, IND. (WISH)– The Hamilton County Health Department has launched a new tool help you make sure your favorite restaurants are up to code: an interactive food inspection map. The tool allows residents and visitors to access and review food inspection reporters for over 1,200 food service establishments which includes restaurants and food stores […]
From the pitch to the gridiron: Margo Mallory shining for Braves
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Terre Haute South Senior Margo Mallory is a standout on the soccer pitch, helping lead the Braves to a 4-0 start this season. Margo’s talents don’t end with soccer though, they extend to the football field as well. Mallory filled in for Terre Haute South football at kicker in their […]
KHS clubs get started for new year
As the school year starts up again, we have many different clubs and extracurricular activities KHS students can get involved in. If you read below you can see the many different clubs and what they have to offer to make your year at KHS even more exciting than you thought it would be!
Get your smiles ready for picture days
Picture day is coming soon. Students in grades 9, 10 and 11 and faculty members will have yearbook photos taken on Tuesday, September 3 during English classes. Senior photos will be Wednesday, September 4 during English classes. All photos will be taken in the auditorium. Underclassmen who would like to...
2024 summer students earn chancellor’s list, dean’s list honors at Indiana University Kokomo
KOKOMO, Ind. — Forty-eight full-time Indiana University Kokomo students earned chancellor’s list or dean’s list honors for the summer 2024 semester. Chancellor’s list students earned a 4.0 grade point average (GPA), while dean’s list students earned a minimum 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale while carrying at least 12 credit hours throughout the grading period.
Fact Check: Indiana’s Singing Janitor Richard Goodall Did Not Die in a Plane Crash
The internet is full of scammers just waiting to take advantage of anyone and everyone. Unfortunately, when you become famous, your fans become targets of scams. Indiana's own 'Singing Janitor' Richard Goodall is finding out that some people have too much time on their hands. There are fake accounts in his name, and one of them reported that he had died in an airplane crash! Well, that is not true at all. Richard took to his official Facebook page to assure his fans that he is alive and well.
Federal court dismisses ACLU lawsuit against Purdue, IU
A federal court dismissed an American Civil Liberties-led lawsuit against Purdue and Indiana University earlier this month after the judge ruled that the ACLU lacked standing to sue the universities. The ACLU filed the lawsuit in May over S.E.A. 202, a state law passed earlier this year that designates university...
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