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After dogs die in hot box truck, Indiana State Police charge 2 men
CHICAGO CBS) — Thirteen months after nine dogs died in the back of a sweltering box truck, Indiana State Police just announced charges for both the driver and the owner of the truck.It was more than 90 degrees outside in July of last year when 18 dogs were found in the back of a box truck in Lake County. They were being taken from O'Hare International Airport to Michigan, but half of them didn't make it.During the year-long investigation, Indiana State Police got a similar truck and tried to re-create the conditions."At an hour and 55 minutes into the simulation, temperatures inside the truck had already hit 89 degrees. There were tears shed that day as emotions ran strong seeing those dogs suffer," said Sgt. Glen Fifeld of the Indiana State Police. At a news conference on Tuesday, officials said two men, the owner of the truck, 55-year-old Michael McHenry, and the driver, 44-year-old Jessee Urbaszewski, both were charged with 18 counts of neglecting an animal.Each count could earn them one year in jail and a $5,000 fine.
Walmart Enforces New Rules For Shoppers At All Indiana Locations
Walmart stores in Indiana are convenient one-stop shops for residents. However, new policy changes are now in place that may inconvenience shoppers at Walmart stores in the Hoosier state. Walmart Enforces New Rules For Shoppers At All Indiana Locations. Walmart has recently made changes in all Indiana and U.S. locations...
Here’s what Purdue students need to know about November’s election
With November on the horizon, Tippecanoe County residents and Purdue students will be able to vote in the general election. But with 25 different races to watch, including state-wide, local and presidential, and over 50 candidates, it can be intimidating to know who to vote for. Here’s a head start...
Indiana’s ambitious plan to boost apprenticeships ‘will be challenging,’ per new report
(INDIANA CAPITAL CHRONICLE) — As Hoosier education leaders lean deeper into a statewide model that emphasizes work-based learning, a new report from the Indiana Fiscal Policy Institute cautions that while apprenticeships are widely considered to be a “gold standard” of workforce training, scaling the programs to meet current needs ”will be challenging.” Employer demand for workers continues […]
New State-of-the-Art Indoor Pickleball Courts Coming to Indiana
Pickleball Kingdom, the world's largest indoor pickleball court operator, has announced a significant expansion into Indiana. Pickleball is rapidly becoming one of America's fastest-growing sports, and its popularity continues to surge. Personally, I've never played, having next to no athletic ability. That said, everyone I know who does play absolutely loves it. According to Sports Imports, the game involves using paddles and a perforated plastic ball, blending aspects of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. USA Pickleball notes that the sport was invented in 1965 on Bainbridge Island and is played on a court the same size as a doubles badminton court.
Red Lobster closing 23 more stores, Indiana included
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The ailing Red Lobster chain is closing 23 more stores nationwide, after closing dozens of stores earlier this year. Red Lobster was a restaurant industry pioneer but has declined in recent years due to a range of factors, including corporate mismanagement, say former leaders at the chain and restaurant analysts. At that […]
Football Recap: Terre Haute South Vigo Falls to Plainfield in First Game of Season
Terre Haute South Vigo had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They fell to the Plainfield Quakers 31-27. The Braves gained 156 more yards on the day, but it was the Quakers that made the best use of them.
Indiana Among States with the Most Motorcycles in the U.S.
Indiana is now among the Top 15 states in the U.S. with the most registered motorcycles, contributing to the nearly 9 million bikes registered nationwide. Despite the fact that I come from a family of motorcycle riders, I never learned to ride, and I don't own a bike. However, it is something I often think about, so I may end up pulling the trigger sooner or later. Perhaps I'll save it for my midlife crisis down the road? Either way, I think motorcycles are cool, and apparently a lot of other Hoosiers do as well. Indiana is home to some of the most registered motorcycles in the nation, along with a few other fellow Midwestern states.
RFK Jr. stays on Indiana presidential ballot despite dropping out of the race
Although independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suspended his campaign last week and endorsed former President Donald Trump, he will remain on Indiana ballots for the 2024 election this November. Kennedy submitted enough signatures in July to make the presidential ballot in Indiana, and the ballot removal deadline for the general...
Indiana ranks in top 10 states for medical debt
INDIANAPOLIS — According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, roughly 12% of Hoosiers have some form of medical debt, making Indiana a top 10 state with the most medical debt outranking Ohio, Michigan, and Illinois. ”They’re more likely to live in rural areas, they’re more likely to have slightly lower incomes, they’re more likely to be […]
Students’ safety takes top priority during heat wave
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — With temperatures soaring and humidity levels climbing, parents and students must equip themselves with the necessary resources to stay cool and hydrated at school. “With temperatures as high as they are today and throughout the rest of this week, we want to be sure that individuals are staying indoors and saving outdoor […]
Five Receive 2024 Educational Scholarships From Indiana Donor Network Foundation
INDIANAPOLIS - Five students have been awarded educational scholarships totaling $26,500 by Indianapolis-based Indiana Donor Network Foundation. • Martha Hunter, Carmel, $8,000. • Edith Estridge, Chesterton, $6,500. • Halle Mitchell, of Jacksonville, Fla., $5,000. • Katherine Gaff, Syracuse, $5,000. Currently, Gaff is pursuing a master’s degree in fine arts at...
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