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Disciplinary grievance filed against Indiana AG Todd Rokita surrounding terminated pregnancy report comments
INDIANAPOLIS — An Indianapolis lawyer has filed a disciplinary grievance against Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita, claiming he violated his AG duties by calling the public to sue the Indiana Department of Health to inspect and copy terminated pregnancy reports. William Groth, a labor lawyer at Bowman & Vlink in Indianapolis, claims that as attorney […]
AHS Senior Named Miss Indiana Teen USA
Aleah Dean, 17, of Austin was recently named Miss Indiana Teen USA and will be competing for the national title next month in California. The local teen was first runner-up in the pageant last year. She will be a senior this fall at Austin High School and wants to expand her studies in the performing arts to achieve her dream as a Broadway ensemblist.
Possible compromise on DORA in the works
Can there be compromise in the disagreement between Noblesville city officials and Hamilton County officials over the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area?. DORA, as it is called, allows restaurant and tavern patrons to carry their alcoholic beverages outdoors to relax on benches or mingle with friends from one location to another in the downtown district. But, county officials don’t want drinking on the Courthouse grounds, which is virtually in the center of the DORA district.
Westfield Mayor discusses issues facing seniors at SCHC’s ‘Together Today’
On Tuesday, Westfield Mayor Scott Willis joined a group of 25 seniors at Shepherd’s Center of Hamilton County’s Westfield Together Today program. Mayor Willis shared upcoming plans for the City of Westfield and did a Q&A with the seniors to discuss issues they are facing as they age. As a veteran of the Marines, Mayor Willis connected with several attendees who also served in the military and engaged in friendly banter with some very proud members of the Navy.
Free school supplies available at Hancock County Community Night
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — First responders and nonprofits in Hancock County are teaming up to give away school supplies ahead of the upcoming school year. It’s part of Wednesday night’s annual Hancock County Community Night at the county fairgrounds. Greg Duda, public information officer for the Hancock County 911 Center, says the supplies include backpacks, notebooks, […]
Community First Bank of Indiana to hold free Shred Days in Westfield & Noblesville
Community First Bank of Indiana (CFB) will hold two Free Shred Days in Hamilton County open to the community. The Westfield event will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, July 25 at its branch located at 707 E. State Road 32. Freewill donations will be welcome to support Student Impact of Westfield.
Indiana initiative aims to lower infant mortality
Broadcast version by Joe Ulery for Indiana News Service reporting for the Chalkbeat Indiana-Free Press Indiana-Public News Service Collaboration. When Alma Figueroa visited the homes of Indianapolis Public Schools students who were pregnant or parenting earlier this year, she noticed hazards that put babies at risk of suffocation or strangulation — from bed-sharing to stuffed animals in the crib.
Ghostbusters patrol the City-County Building while raising funds for charity
INDIANAPOLIS — If there's something strange in your neighborhood, there's someone to call in Indianapolis. The Circle City Ghostbusters were spotted at the City-County Building on June 8, which is "Circle City Ghostbusters Day." The Marion County Sheriff's Office posted about their strange encounter on Facebook on July 16.
Marion County districts see very little year over year change in ILEARN scores
Most of Marion County’s 11 traditional public school districts saw slight increases in ILEARN English language arts scores but stayed the same in math. Marion County's scores reflect statewide results released on Wednesday that showed very little year-over-year change with minimal increases in ELA and static math scores. Most of the 11...
US surgeon general calls for warning labels on social media
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy is calling on Congress to put warning labels on social media apps as it does on cigarettes or alcohol, stating that social media poses a harm to the mental health of children and teens. Studies show 95% of ages 13-17 are on social media: Children and adolescents who […]
Vote for Indiana State Police in the Best Looking Cruiser Contest
INDIANA – The American Association of State Troopers is conducting its annual “Best Looking Cruiser” contest. The Florida Highway Patrol cruiser was voted the “2023 Best Looking Cruiser.” This contest began as a friendly competition between state agencies and was a fun way to allow community support and interaction with law enforcement positively.
Unseasonably cool stretch through Brickyard weekend | Live Doppler 13 Weather Blog
INDIANAPOLIS — Better weather has arrived in central Indiana now that we sit on the back side of a cold front. TODAY: Sunshine, comfortable and unseasonably cool high temperatures in the mid to upper 70s. The average high for Indy at this point in the season is still 85.
AVCA recognizes NE Indiana volleyball programs for academic excellence
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) -- The American Volleyball Coaches Association recognized multiple NE Indiana volleyball teams for their academic success this past year. The organization honored several high school and college programs throughout the country Wednesday with Team Academic awards. The awards celebrate volleyball teams that maintain a 3.30 cumulative...
Indiana’s ILEARN test scores are flat
Indiana’s ILEARN state standardized test results show that students in grades 3-8 in Indiana are still struggling to make progress. This continues a trend of learning loss following the COVID-19 pandemic. The latest ILEARN scores reveal that 41% of Indiana students met proficiency standards in English and Language Arts (ELA) this spring. This is almost […] The post Indiana’s ILEARN test scores are flat appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
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