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Indiana native Sarah Hildebrandt wins Olympic gold medal
PARIS (WNDU) - Indiana native Sarah Hildebrandt is now an Olympic champion!. The 30-year-old Granger native defeated Cuba’s Yusneylys Guzmán Lopez 3-0 in the gold medal match of the women’s wrestling freestyle 50 kg competition on Wednesday afternoon. Hildebrandt scored a 2-point takedown during the first half....
Indiana’s Third Largest City Named The State’s Newest Clean City
Evansville has been honored as Indiana's latest Clean Community by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM). This significant achievement was celebrated during a ceremony at the city’s Sunrise Pump Station on Wednesday, where Mayor Stephanie Terry accepted a Clean Community sign and flag from IDEM Commissioner Brian Rockensuess.
Indiana judge denies request to reopen Leon Noel's estate after heirs accused Jamey Noel of stealing
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — An Indiana judge ruled Wednesday the estate of Leon Noel, the deceased brother of Jamey Noel, will not be reopened despite claims Jamey stole thousands from the account and shorted his brother's heirs. Special Judge Donald Mote acknowledged the allegations against Jamey are troubling, but suggested...
State of Indiana Files Lawsuit Against Former LMU Superintendent
The State seeks to recover alleged misappropriated public funds. (Lawrenceburg, Ind.) – The State of Indiana has filed a lawsuit in Dearborn Circuit/Superior Court against the former superintendent of Lawrenceburg Municipal Utilities. On behalf of the City of Lawrenceburg and the State Board of Accounts, Attorney General Todd Rokita...
“I Know How That Statehouse Works” – McCormick Talks Property Taxes, Public Education, More
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Statehouse status quo needs a shake-up and the Democratic nominee for governor believes she’s the right person for the job. Jennifer McCormick once served as Superintendent of Public Instruction as a Republican. That position was eventually removed, and McCormick felt it was time to step away from the party. She tells […] The post “I Know How That Statehouse Works” – McCormick Talks Property Taxes, Public Education, More appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Charges Brought in Hamlet Home Invasion
(Starke County, IN) - New details have come to light regarding the brutal home invasion in Hamlet last weekend. On Saturday two elderly residents were taken to the hospital for injuries sustained during the break-in to their home on the north side of Hamlet near US 30. One of the residents was reported to be in critical condition at the time.
Semi crashes into Texas Roadhouse in Warsaw
WARSAW, Ind. (WNDU) - A restaurant in Warsaw suffered significant damage after a semi crashed into it on Thursday afternoon. According to our reporting partners at the Warsaw Times-Union, the crash happened just before 3 p.m. at the Texas Roadhouse on W. 300 North, which is just off State Road 15.
These lures were working: DNR’s Weekly U.P. Fishing Report (8/7/24)
UPPER PENINSULA, Mich. (WJMN) — The fishing was largely “good” and “successful” for most anglers in the Upper Peninsula according to the latest fishing report from the Department of Natural Resources. Information came in from anglers around at least 11 locations in the U.P. last week, with many saying which lures were landing the best […]
All proceeds from Elkhart car show to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Michiana
ELKHART — Car enthusiasts are gearing up for the third annual Willie Weeks Memorial Classic Car & Truck Show where all proceeds will benefit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Michiana. In remembrance of Navy veteran Willie Weeks, who was a supporter of many local charities before he passed away on Feb. 21,...
Hanes Resigns From Etna Green Town Council
ETNA GREEN - Etna Green Town Councilman Jason Hanes resigned from the board Wednesday, effective immediately. Kosciusko County Republican Central Committee Chairman Mike Ragan made the announcement Wednesday night. Eligible applicants for the position must be residents of the town of Etna Green and Republicans in good standing. Since fewer...
McCollum Named Michigan City Superintendent
(Michigan City, IN) - The public school district in Michigan City has a new superintendent. Dr. Wendel McCollum has been appointed to replace Dr. Barbara Eason-Watkins, who retired last week. McCollum has served as the MCAS Associate Superintendent since 2016. As such, he has already been overseeing daily operations, Human...
Tribune invites public to community discussion on lead in South Bend soil
A recent Tribune story reported on elevated lead levels in South Bend soil — a problem tied to the lead paint used in older homes. A Tribune forum on Aug. 14 will feature a panel of experts discussing the issue, offering information on testing and remedial actions that can be taken. Lead can...
US-12 garage sale returns this weekend
Michigan's longest garage sale is this weekend. This is the series of garage sales that run the length of US-12 each year from New Buffalo to Detroit. Garage sale goers will find typical items like clothes, toys and furniture, along with fresh produce, homemade jams and even live entertainment. Police...
Sunny, cooler, and breezy heading into the weekend
More sunny weather is on deck today with highs feeling cooler in the mid 70s alongside wind gusts of 20-25 mph across Michiana. Even higher local wind speed values off Lake Michigan will make for conditions too dangerous to swim in the lake both today and tomorrow. Lows feel brisk in the upper 50s tonight while we stay mostly clear with this weekend's highs remaining in the mid to upper 70s through Sunday. Mostly sunny to completely sunny conditions occupy the sky through the start of next week. Overall humidity remains low, but dewpoints will begin to climb starting next Monday.
Berrien County Health Department issues warning for high E. coli levels in swimming areas
The Berrien County Health Department has issued a warning for high E. coli levels in several swimming areas. The high E. coli levels are due to recent heavy rain. Beaches in Berrien County that are closed include: Union Pier, Warren Dunes, Weko, Jean Klock Park, and Rocky Gap. Swimming is...
Redevelopment Commission votes to move forward with phase 2 of ‘Drewry’s Brewery’ clean up
SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- The 18-acre eyesore on the city’s Northwest Side, that was once home to Drewry’s Brewery is another step closer to new life after years of neglect. Phase one on the site is about 60 percent complete. With all known environmental contaminates out. Now, the...
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