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Indiana records first human West Nile virus case of the summer. Why that's important.
A Lake County resident is the first person in the state this summer to contract West Nile virus, a mosquito-borne disease that can cause severe symptoms, the Indiana Department of Health announced Thursday. “Mosquitoes are more than just a nuisance—their bites can potentially lead to serious illness,” State Health Commissioner...
Gov. Holcomb Surprises Craig Allebach With Sagamore Of The Wabash
WINONA LAKE — Craig Allebach’s health may affect his future as the Winona Lake town manager, but Thursday, July 18, he was shown how much he’s appreciated and loved for everything he’s done for the local communities over more than four decades. Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb...
LIVE UPDATES | Tech outage impact
INDIANAPOLIS – A widespread tech outage linked to Microsoft and CrowdStrike disrupted operations around the globe Friday, affecting everything from flights to banking to media outlets. The issue grounded flights for several airlines, including American Airlines and Delta, and caused headaches for multiple companies. Some customers were unable to make transactions, while the Indiana Bureau […]
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 58 official delegates, had one of the best floor spots inside Fiserv Forum throughout the week, in the center of the convention hall behind the state of Florida. ...
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 […]
Dollar General Reaches $12 Million Settlement with Department of Labor, Must Implement New Safety Practices
NATIONAL — The Department of Labor and Dollar General agreed to a settlement earlier this month that would require the store to increase their safety investment in stores nationwide. Dollar General agreed to pay $12 million in penalties and implement changes across its 19,000 stores that would make the safety of its employees a priority. […] The post Dollar General Reaches $12 Million Settlement with Department of Labor, Must Implement New Safety Practices appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Indiana’s Favorite Department Store bucks the national trend
I wear the same 5 to 6 outfits every week. I haven’t spent a lot of time or money recently shopping at a department store for new clothes due to inflation on everything. However, if I were to go shopping, I would be in good company if I selected this store… Top Department Stores in […] The post Indiana’s Favorite Department Store bucks the national trend appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Big Lots Shutting Down Stores Amid Financial Uncertainty
Big Lots is planning to shutter around 40 stores as the company opens up about their ability to continue. I've been shopping at Big Lots for as long as I can remember. As a kid, I could spend hours in the toy aisle, and even as a teenager, I spent quite a bit of time thumbing through the DVD and Blu-ray selections. My wife and I still shop at Big Lots on a regular basis today. It's safe to say that it's one of my all-time favorite stores. Need groceries? Done. Kitchenware? Easy. How about some furniture? They've got all kinds of options out on the floor.
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...
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...
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...
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, […]
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...
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