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New science of reading curriculum for IPS elementary schools will stress background knowledge
Sign up for Chalkbeat Indiana’s free daily newsletter to keep up with Indianapolis Public Schools, Marion County’s township districts, and statewide education news.Elementary students in Indianapolis Public Schools will learn English language arts with a new curriculum this coming school year that emphasizes background knowledge and foundational skills.The district is switching to the Amplify Core Knowledge curriculum in time for the state deadline for all schools to adopt reading curriculums based on the science of reading by the 2024-25 school year. The science of reading is a large body of research on how kids learn to read that advocates for...
Multiyear IU project tackles diabetes at local level
A diagnosis of diabetes increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, kidney disease and even death. The School of Public Health at Indiana University-Indianapolis is close to completing a project to improve the health of three neighborhoods. The Diabetes Impact Project works in the Northeast, near Northwest, and Near West neighborhoods in Indianapolis, where rates of diabetes are almost double other parts of Marion County.
Health Spotlight | Doctor gives tips to recognize and avoid hearing hazards
ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) — Hearing loss is one of the most common medical conditions that affects adults. About 37.5 million Americans 18 and older report experiencing some difficulty hearing, and 1 out of 3 people between the ages of 65 and 74 in the United States has hearing loss. How are we hurting our […]
Prince Property Group, LLC: Real estate developer on a new mission
Brian Prince, recently named to the 2024 Indianapolis Business Journal’s Forty Under 40 list, is making significant strides in the real estate development sector. His dedication to community growth and enhancement is evident through his various roles and contributions. He joined us this afternoon to share more information about Prince Property Group, LLC. Prince serves […]
I Love to Read: Casey Seaton shares real-life Indy police stories in new book
Casey Seaton, the author of “Between Mayberry and the Military,” offers readers an eye-opening and entertaining look at modern urban policing. Unlike many books on the subject that either glorify police heroics or criticize their actions, Seaton’s book dwells in the gray areas. It provides a balanced perspective, drawing from his experiences as a lawyer, […]
Southport police officer overdoses on fentanyl during traffic stop
SOUTHPORT, Ind. — An officer with the Southport Police Department is recovering after coming into contact with and overdosing on fentanyl during a recent traffic stop. SPD said around 7 p.m. last Friday Lieutenant Tony Wilson pulled over a driver at the Speedway gas station at US 31 and County Line Road on the south […]
Warm week and rain chances | Live Doppler 13 Weather Blog
INDIANAPOLIS — It will be a warm week with a daily storm chance through Thursday. Don't cancel any outdoor plans because these storms will be spotty and we are not forecasting any washouts this week. Forecast highs are in the lower and middle 80s. Sunshine is back for the...
Indy students heading back to school with strict tech restrictions
INDIANAPOLIS — Parents are getting their students ready to head back to school and many will be leaving behind their electronic devices. That’s because since Governor Holcomb signed Senate Bill 185 into law – school districts are required to adopt policies regulating tech usage during class time. “Whether it’s a school shooting, or a tornado, […]
Cool pattern continues; Warm-up on the horizon
We have put together a run of 4 straight days below average and today made it 5 straight. Highs only topped out in the lower 80’s but the humidity returned across the date. With the warm temps and humidity, a few pop-up showers have developed across the state. Tonight:...
Survey: Back-to-school shopping unaffordable for many | What's the Deal?
INDIANAPOLIS — Back-to-school shopping can cost a lot of money. It can cover everything from notebooks and pencils to clothing to a pricey laptop for college. LendingTree found 40% of shoppers expect to go into debt over back-to-school shopping, at an average of $793. The survey also found that...
IndyGo to hand out fare cards to ages 18 and younger
INDIANAPOLIS (WIHS) — IndyGo is gearing up for its annual Back to School Night from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the Julia M. Carson Transit Center in downtown Indianapolis. People 18 and younger can get cards for either full access to buses for students enrolled at specific schools. Additionally, students not enrolled at a participating high school […]
On Track: I-69 Finish Line Project Update
Westbound I-465 between I-65 and I-70 will be reduced to one lane with 20-minute stops nightly from Monday, July 22, through Friday, July 26, between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. for bridge beam delivery and placement. This single-lane condition is expected to cause delays. Use an alternate route if possible.
Team USA divers discuss overcoming injuries and coming out of retirement
PARIS (NEXSTAR) – With less than a week until the start of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, the Team USA diving team is feeling a mix of nerves and excitement. During a press conference on Monday, members of the team shared some of the struggles they have faced over the past few years and what it will be like to compete in Paris.
Grassroots food coalition says it's ready for seats at the city table
It's been three years since the Indianapolis Community Food Access Coalition was established. Last week the coalition recommended new community members to a city commission. The city created the coalition to bring a grassroots approach to food access issues. Its purpose is to provide insight into the allocation of funds so that the money goes where it is needed.
Canzano: Monday Mailbag deals with Oregon-Ohio State, Pac-12, MWC, Stanford-Cal regret, spray-on shoes... and more...
This week’s mailbag includes questions about the Pac-12 bowl games, Oregon vs. Ohio State football, Autzen Stadium attendance records, Cooper Flagg, Oregon State and Washington State win totals, Beavers’ baseball scheduling, the Mountain West Conference, fake watches, ACC regrets of Stanford/Cal, and spray-on shoes. Thanks to all who...
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