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Indiana’s reserve funds projected to hit post-pandemic low
INDIANAPOLIS (INDIANA CAPITAL CHRONICLE) — Indiana’s reserves will hit a post-pandemic low after years of above-average returns due largely to a Medicaid forecast miss of nearly $1 billion, according to fiscal statements released Tuesday. Budget writers typically aim for reserves to be between 10-12.5% of current year expenditures, and the 2024 fiscal year closed out this […]
Indiana provides BeachAlert and guidance on ill deer and chronic wasting disease
Before you go to the beach or try to help an ailing deer in Indiana, check with the state. Here's an alert and some guidance that we shared in this week's Outdoor Adventures column. BeachAlert ...
Valpo Golf Trio Named All-America Scholars
The Valparaiso University men’s golf program continued its long-standing tradition of hauling in academic awards on Thursday as the 2023-24 NCAA Division I Cobalt Golf All-America Scholars were released by the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA). A pair of seniors from the 2023-24 team – Mason Bonn (Sherwood,...
StRides Against Suicide and Overdose hosting annual bike rides, walks/runs in August
VALPARAISO, Ind. (WNDU) - We all know how important mental health resources are in our area. And in just a couple of weeks, you can be a part of StRides Against Suicide and Overdose. The non-profit is hosting its annual 5k Run/Walk and 10-, 40-, 60-, and 100-mile bike rides...
University of Notre Dame teaming up with Gary to redevelop city's downtown
Notre Dame is teaming up with Gary in an effort to redevelop and revitalize the city's downtown.The initiative is designed to help businesses grow and residents thrive.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchBlight is nearly everywhere you look in downtown Gary.For example, a crumbling, abandoned church sits right next to an apartment building, where many senior citizens live."If you look at that structure, that gives you some context of how beautiful Gary still is, but how beautiful it once was," Gary Mayor Eddie Melton said.And Melton, a native of Gary, said plans are underway to build a...
IN: Indiana's READI Funds to Create New, Mixed-Use Development in Avon
The Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) joined local and regional officials in Avon to break ground on Easton Grey, a new mixed-use development that will create a central hub and bring housing, commercial development and amenities to central Indiana residents. Governor Eric J. Holcomb established the now $1.25 billion READI...
Forest Park Police Press Release
Officers from the Forest Park Police Department were dispatched to the area of Jackson and Thomas, Forest Park, IL on July 10, 2024 at approximately 7:55pm for multiple reports of gunshots fired. Witnesses told responding officers that they heard approximately three gunshots and observed a maroon Chevrolet fleeing the area.
Thieves steal from Cook County State's Attorney's Office inside courthouse, authorities say
Thieves targeted the Cook County State's Attorney's Office on Tuesday, authorities said.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchA spokesperson confirmed some items were taken from the office inside the Leighton Criminal Court Building in Chicago.Several computers were stolen from the administrative offices, according to the spokesperson.The Cook County Sheriff's Office is handling the investigation.The spokesperson issued the following statement:On Tuesday, the State's Attorney's Office officials contacted Sheriff's Police to report that several computers were missing from their administrative offices. Sheriff's Police opened an investigation, which is ongoing.No further information about the theft was immediately available.
Dream Flights honors 4 Batavia veterans with ride in vintage biplane
A special effort to honor veterans for their service took flight Wednesday.Four veterans from Batavia were treated to rides in an open-cockpit vintage biplane at the DuPage County Airport, hosted by Dream Flights.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchArmy veteran David Salstrom has been waiting a long time for a chance to fly in an open-cockpit vintage biplane. For the 92-year-old army veteran who served in Germany in the 50s, it was a once in a lifetime thrill."I think it's gonna be fun," Salstrom said.Salstrom did take the controls or fly the plane himself, however."I don't think...
Man on bicycle wanted for robbing women on South Side, Chicago police say
A man is wanted for allegedly robbing women while on a bicycle in two South Side neighborhoods, Chicago police said.Police shared a video of the suspect on Wednesday.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchIn each incident, the suspect approaches female victims, tells them he has a gun and robs them, police said.He's wanted for four incidents in the Kenwood and Grand Boulevard neighborhoods.The crimes happened at the following locations and times.800 block of East 47th Street on June 30 at 10 p.m.4700 block of South Ellis on July 7 at 10:10 p.m.4700 block of South Woodlawn on July 12 at 5:30 p.m.4900 block of South Langley on July 13 at 4:30 p.m.No further information about the robberies were immediately available. Chicago police continue to investigate.
Camera speed enforcement coming to some Indiana construction zones. Here's where.
Starting Aug. 14, camera technology will be set up in the I-70 construction zone in Hancock County. If a vehicle passing through the zone is traveling 11 mph or more above the speed limit, the technology will automatically take a photo of its license plate. The cameras are part of the Indiana Department...
Indiana man wanted for kidnapping arrested in western Kentucky
FRANKLIN, Kentucky — An Indiana man wanted for kidnapping was apprehended by officers Tuesday morning in western Kentucky. At about 9 a.m., Kentucky State Police received information that Cody Medsker, 28, of New Castle, Ind., was driving south on I-65 in a 2016 red Chevrolet Silverado in Franklin, Ky, according to a KSP news release.
WARNING: Produce Recalled From MI, OH, IN Stores Due To Listeria
Making sure we eat enough healthy foods is a top priority for ourselves and our families. And that's why many of us buy plenty of fruits and vegetables. However, Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio are urged to check their refrigerators for produce included in an expanded recall in these states. Produce...
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