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Indiana SAT scores continue downward trend, latest test results show
Only a quarter of Hoosier highschoolers who took the SAT during the last academic year earned college-ready scores in both reading and math, according to newly-released results. More than 80,000 high school students, primarily juniors, took the test in 2023-24. Of those, about 24% of students met the readiness benchmark on both subject portions, according […] The post Indiana SAT scores continue downward trend, latest test results show appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
Indiana Weather: Pleasant Temps, Partly Cloudy Skies Through Saturday
Indianapolis, IN – Central Indiana is set to enjoy beautiful weather with lower humidity and pleasant temperatures this weekend. The forecast indicates partly cloudy skies on Friday and Saturday, with temperatures ranging from 77 to 83 degrees today and 80 to 86 degrees on Saturday. Residents are encouraged to take advantage of the lovely weather and spend time outdoors.
3 Indiana-specific takeaways from the 2024 Republican National Convention
MILWAUKEE — The balloons dropped. The speeches were given. And Republicans officially nominated former President Donald Trump and Ohio U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance as the party’s official ticket in November at the 2024 Republican National Convention. Indiana was there through all of it. The Hoosier State’s delegation, with...
28-year anniversary of Illinois’s biggest rainfall in recorded history
A swath of heavy rainfall occurred across portions of south central Wisconsin, northeast Illinois, and northwest Indiana on July 17-18, 1996. From the National Weather Service: The heaviest rainfall was observed near Aurora, Illinois, with a maximum point rainfall of 16.94 inches in a 24-hour period. The 24-hour rainfall measured near Aurora remains the statewide record (as […]
RNC Edition: Inside Indiana's Delegation
This week we've got the RNC edition of Checks and Balances. First and foremost, our own Brittany Carloni was on the ground at the Republican National Convention all week, and she has the inside scoop from the Indiana delegation. It was also a sweet homecoming for the Milwaukee native! Forwarded this newsletter from a...
Indiana records first West Nile Virus case of 2024
LAKE COUNTY, Ind. — Indiana has recorded its first case of the West Nile Virus of 2024 in Lake County. The Indiana Department of Health announced Thursday that the virus was reported for the first time this year in a Lake County resident. While this is the first example of human transmission so far this […]
Midwestern Nonprofit Operator Christian Horizon Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
ST. LOUIS — Midwest Christian Villages, a St. Louis-based operator of Christian Horizons-branded seniors housing communities, has filed for reorganization under Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The company operates 12 communities in Illinois, Indiana, Missouri and Iowa. Chapter 11 bankruptcies in long-term care and healthcare reached a multiyear high in the...
Rose Hulman President featured again among Indiana influential leaders
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)—Now for the second year Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology President Robert A. Coons has been recognized in the Indiana 250. The Indiana 250 recognizes those that are considered the most influential and impactful leaders across the state. They cover many different categories for their selections from business, education, government, philanthropy, the arts, […]
Indiana burger chain named one of the best regional fast food brands in the nation
A northwest Indiana dining scene staple has been named one of the best regional fast food chains in the U.S. Schoop’s Hamburgers was ranked number 10 in the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards Best Regional Fast Food category released Wednesday. The 1950s-style restaurant chain is known for...
Teachers speak out against Indiana high school diploma redesign proposal
INDIANAPOLIS — Many teachers from across the state spoke out against proposed changes to the state’s high school diploma requirements at the latest State Board of Education (SBOE) meeting on Wednesday. ”I believe these changes are a step in the wrong direction,” Gianna Mirowski with the Hammond Area Career Center said. ”By altering these requirements, […]
Apartments with past-due water bills tied to man accused of stealing tenants’ water payments in Indiana
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – An apartment complex that recently had its water shut off for nonpayment in Jackson is owned by the same man facing charges for embezzling some $1.7 million in renters’ water payments in Indiana. Earlier this month, JXN Water temporarily suspended water service for the...
IN DNR asks for feedback on accessibility at properties statewide
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (INDOT) invites residents of Indiana to share their experiences with accessibility at DNR properties across the state. The DNR says it wishes to create a “welcoming environment” for all guests while retaining natural experiences. The department’s new accessibility webpage, provides information on accessible activities like […]
2 Powerball tickets worth $50,000 sold in Indiana for Wednesday’s drawing
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Hoosier Lottery Powerball tickets purchased for Wednesday’s drawing should be checked carefully as two tickets are worth $50,000. The two $50,000 winning Powerball tickets were purchased at: The winning Powerball numbers for Wednesday, July 17, are: 24-27-32-47-66 with the Powerball of 26. Players can check their tickets with the free Hoosier Lottery Mobile App by downloading here. The ticket holders should ensure their ticket is in a […]
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