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READI Accelerates New Housing, Rural Development in West Central Indiana
The Indiana Economic Development Corporation joined local and regional officials today in Staunton to cut the ribbon on a new development that will increase housing availability in West Central Indiana. The project, Clay Court development, is part of the Homes for the Future program – a pilot initiative to incentivize homebuilders and developers to build new, age-friendly homes that is being supported by Indiana’s Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI).
Crash with injuries reported on Colerain Avenue in White Oak East
CINCINNATI — A crash with injuries has been reported on Colerain Avenue in White Oak East. The severity of the injuries has not been confirmed, but the injuries are reportedly minor. Hamilton County police and fire responders have been sent to the scene. For live traffic updates, click here.
EB Ronald Reagan Hwy reopens after rollover crash at NB I-75
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - All lanes of eastbound Ronald Reagan Cross County Highway are open again after a rollover crash closed the highway at northbound Interstate 75 just as the morning commute got underway. Multiple first responders were called to the single-vehicle incident shortly before 5:30 a.m. Monday. Minor, non-life threatening...
Washington Freedom Seals Top Finish with 42-Run Triumph Over Texas Super Kings
Washington Freedom continues their unbeaten streak by sealing a top finish after defeating the Texas Super Kings by 42 runs at Grand Prairie Stadium. Travis Head's exceptional performance, including two half-centuries and a quick 50 off just 20 balls, fueled Freedom's success. Travis Head scored a quick 50 off 20...
Indiana Town Backs Out of Pride Festival – Now It’s Getting Sued
The ACLU has filed a lawsuit against the town of Loogootee, Indiana, because it believes that the town violated people’s First Amendment rights by rescinding their approval for a Pride festival. Reversing Decisions. Organized by a local LGBTQ+ advocacy group called Tri-State Alliance, the town initially granted permission for...
Ohio Renaissance Festival Changes Attendance Policy on 35th Year
Harveysburg, OH – As the Ohio Renaissance Festival gears up for its 35th season, enthusiasts and newcomers alike are preparing for a journey back in time to the village of Willy-Nilly. This year’s festivities promise a blend of historical immersion and fantastical entertainment that has captivated audiences for decades.
Miss Kansas Stuns Audience By Confronting Abuser Mid-Pageant: ‘My Abuser Is Here’
Miss Kansas 2024. Alexis Smith || Image credit: @missalexissmith. The Miss Kansas pageant took an emotional and daring turn when Alexis Smith, the newly crowned winner, used her victory speech to confront her abuser, who was surprisingly in the audience. A scene from the 2024 Miss Kansas pageant is making...
Yoga event in Covington raising money to support families who lost a loved one
COVINGTON, Ky. (WKRC)- The "All Hail Caesar" yoga event is in honor of a local man who passed away from cancer. Proceeds go to supporting Fernside which is a nonprofit that supports grieving families. Kristen Carnevale and her three kids received love and support at Fernside after they lost Caesar...
Indiana Grown: Modest Midwest Wax Co.
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Each and every Saturday, WISH-TV highlights a local company together with our partners at Indiana Grown. This week, Olivia Neal with Modest Midwest Wax Co. joined News 8 at Daybreak. Neal shares with News 8 her company’s commitment to sustainability and mission to create clean home options, such as dye-free and mica-free […]
Rollover crash closes EB Ronald Reagan Hwy at NB I-75
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - All lanes of eastbound Ronald Reagan Cross County Highway are closed at northbound Interstate 75 due to a single-vehicle rollover crash, according to Cincinnati police. Multiple first responders were called to the crash scene shortly before 5:30 a.m. Monday. Minor injuries that are non-life threatening were reported,...
Family of deceased man wins lawsuit settlement against Ohio prison system
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – The family of a man who was killed while housed with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction won a settlement with the prison system after accusations of violence and neglect. According to the law firm Friedman, Gilbert and Gerhardstein (FG+G), the family of Dewey McVay Jr. will receive $225,000 to […]
Mainly Dry Sunday Afternoon, Clouds Increase
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Sunshine at times, but clouds increase, Sunday afternoon. Humidity will remain low, with a daytime high of 85 degrees. Just a slight chance of a pop up south of Cincinnati. Storm chances return Monday and Tuesday with scattered thunderstorms. We do not expect severe weather at this...
Sendoff party held for ‘Miss Indiana USA’ ahead of ‘Miss USA’ competition
ELKHART, Ind. (WNDU) - A grand sendoff was held Sunday night for Elkhart County’s very own 2024 Miss Indiana USA Stephanie Sullivan as she leaves for California next week. The party took place at Michael’s Italian Restaurant in Elkhart — a place that Sullivan and her family have frequented for a bite to eat for more than 15 years.
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