July 18, 2023
Alex Zimmerman is Indiana's newest state lawmaker after GOP precinct caucus
Alex Zimmerman is the newest member of the Indiana House of Representatives.
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How are some museums using statewide art grant funds?
This year, Indiana Arts Commissions various grants are providing more than $3 million to eligible art organizations throughout the state. Its Arts Organization Support (AOS) grants are centered around equitable access and support for various arts organizations.
Read MoreJuly 17, 2023
How to protect yourself from wildfire smoke
Many experts say it's best to stay inside if possible and wear an approved N95 mask if you have to be outside. However, poor air can still seep into homes and businesses.
Read MoreJuly 17, 2023
Brad Chambers to leave IEDC, fueling speculation of gubernatorial run
Indiana Secretary of Commerce Brad Chambers announced Monday he will soon step down after two years leading the states economic development arm.
Read MoreJuly 17, 2023
2 officials are out at Indiana addiction center after 3 deaths
Two leaders are out at an Indiana addiction treatment center after three recent deaths and calls by police to yank its license. The executive director and director of nursing are no longer working at Praxis Landmark Recovery, a drug and alcohol rehabilitation site for men near South Bend.
Read MoreJuly 14, 2023
NTSB begins investigation of fatal Greyhound crash; coroner identifies 3 men killed in wreck
Federal investigators are beginning the task of trying to determine what caused a Greyhound bus crash that killed three passengers in southern Illinois.
Read MoreJuly 14, 2023
Environmental justice groups, INDOT work to address equity concerns over EV chargers
The federal program aims to set up charging stations along interstates and other major highways to encourage EV adoption.
Read MoreJuly 14, 2023
Floyd County Council considering new judicial local income tax
Officials are eyeing a new judicial local income tax to help address a $1.8 million budget shortfall.
Read MoreJuly 14, 2023
Disabled advocates push for control over in-home care as solution to Indiana’s care worker shortag
State officials will soon create a registry of direct support professionals or DSPs who provide in-home care to people with mental and developmental disabilities. The goal is to track abuse and neglect. Advocates say the registry only partly addresses systemic issues that harm workers and clients alike. They say "self-directed care" may be a fuller solution.
Read MoreJuly 14, 2023
Earth-friendly native plants aren't always a welcome sight — some cities, HOAs aim to change that
Native plants arent just good for birds and bees. They also make the land more resilient to the effects of climate change and can even help prevent it. But cities and homeowners associations dont always like the way they look putting them at odds with residents who want to grow native plants in their yards.
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