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Cummins (CMI) Secures $75M Grant to Transform Indiana Facility
CMI - Free Report) has secured a $75 million grant from the Department of Energy to transform around 360,000 square feet of its Columbus Engine Plant (CEP) in Indiana into a facility for zero-emissions components and electric powertrain systems. This grant, the largest ever awarded solely to Cummins, is part of the funding from the Inflation Reduction Act.
Recount results for races still not certified over two months after primary election
Indiana’s primary election results have still not been certified more than two months after the May 7 primary. Holding up the certification are two ballot recount efforts, which the Indiana Recount Commission approved in May despite large margins of victory. Initial tallying for one of the disputed races has not even started. In May, the […] The post Recount results for races still not certified over two months after primary election appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
PRESS RELEASE: Today -- Mental Health Movement Kicks Off!
BLOOMINGTON, Ind.—The National Alliance on Mental Illness, known locally as NAMI Indiana, is hosting a community kickoff to officially begin the NAMIWalks event season. The catalyst event will take place tonight at The FAR Center for Contemporary Arts in Bloomington. NAMIWalks is the largest, most vibrant mental health event...
Dairy Queen to give free Dilly Bars for National Ice Cream Day
INDIANAPOLIS — Dairy Queen will be rewarding customers with a free Dilly Bar to celebrate National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, July 21! To get the sweet-treat customers have to place an app order of at least $1. There are approximately 197 Dairy Queens in Indiana so you’re sure to find a location that serves […]
Eight individuals appeared for arraignment
GREENVILLE — Eight individuals appeared for arraignment Thursday in the Darke County Common Pleas Court. Judge Travis L. Fliehman presided. Bobby S. Hicks, 32, of Gettysburg entered a not guilty plea to both count one: aggravated possession of drugs, a felony of the first degree and count two: tampering with evidence, a felony of the third degree. If found guilty, Hicks faces nine months up to 19 1/2 years and a $30,000 fine. Defense Attorney Randall Breaden entered a not guilty plea for his client, and it was agreed that the $50,000 bond that Hicks posted would be continued. Her next court date is scheduled for Aug. 23rd.
Driver cited in rollover crash
GREENVILLE — On July 18, at approximately 10:06 a.m., Darke County Deputies along with Greenville Township Rescue, Greenville Township Fire and Greenville Police Department responded to U.S. Route 36 East and Jaysville-St. Johns Road for a two-vehicle injury accident with one vehicle rolled over. Preliminary investigation revealed a red...
Muncie man convicted of 2022 murder outside of bar
MUNCIE, Ind. — A Muncie man was convicted of a murder stemming from 2022 that left a teen with seven gunshot wounds outside of a bar near Ball State’s campus. Malek Williams, 23, was convicted of Murder, a Felony, after the jury deliberated for three hours. “I am glad the jury saw through the Defendant’s […]
Marion County becomes majority non-white
But non-white population increases aren't the biggest factor in the new designation for Marion County, per Census Bureau data. The post Marion County becomes majority non-white appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
Police investigating shooting on Fort Wayne’s east side Thursday night
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A police investigation is happening on Fort Wayne’s east side Thursday night. Police confirm with 21Alive that they are investigating a shooting that happened in the 4600 Block of East Washington Boulevard, near South Coliseum Boulevard, around 9:15 p.m. A 21Alive team member saw...
Fort Wayne Urban League launches initiative to improve teen encounters with police
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – The Fort Wayne Urban League hosted a press conference Thursday to announce their initiative titled “Mothers for the Movement, Every Child Home Alive”. The initiative is working to develop training and language to educate youth about proper protocols when interacting with police...
Fort Wayne man found guilty in brother’s February slaying
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Jurors found a 19-year-old Fort Wayne man guilty of the February murder of his brother Thursday afternoon. COURT DOCS: Man accused of fatally shooting, stabbing man last month was his brother. Leland Hairston was found guilty of murder in connection to the death of his...
Man sentenced after distributing heroin, cocaine to law enforcement officers
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — The United States Department of Justice was sentenced to 78 months in prison after distributing heroin, cocaine and other drugs to law enforcement officers. Gustavo Adolfo Calderon Martinez, a 28-year-old citizen of Mexico, was sentenced by the United States District Court Chief Judge Holly...
Backroads Distilling Company opening later this fall at Country Heritage Winery
LAOTTO, Ind. (WANE) — An opening is in sight for the new distillery on the grounds of Country Heritage Winery, the name also revealed. Backroads Distilling Company aims to be built on tradition and crafted from the freshest ingredients harvested from the family farm, according to a press release from Country Heritage.
1 in critical condition after morning shooting in Muncie
MUNCIE, Ind. — A 44-year-old man is in critical condition after a shooting in Muncie on Thursday morning. According to a news release from the Muncie Police Department, Delaware County 911 Dispatched received a call of multiple shots filed in the area of the 1100 block of E. 5th Street at around 6:23 a.m. on […]
Muncie Man Charged with Robbery After Allegedly Stealing Dance Pole from Local Romance Shop
A Muncie sex and romance shop was the scene of an unusual theft when a 44-year-old man reportedly ran off with a spinning dance pole. The clerk, confronted with this act of larceny, gave chase but was met with a physical response, pushed to the ground by the fleeing thief. As reported by FOX59, the man identified as Charles Koons was later apprehended by the Muncie Police Department.
Child May Have Unknowingly Distributed THC Gummies in Fort Wayne
FORT WAYNE, Ind.–The YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne says a child attending a Camp Harris field trip on July 12 may have “unknowingly distributed” THC gummies to other campers. They also say that once staff members learned about the situation, they notified the parents and Fort Wayne Police. Both the police and the YMCA say […] The post Child May Have Unknowingly Distributed THC Gummies in Fort Wayne appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
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