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New scoring index to increase accountability by showing how Indiana’s policies and investments effect children’s daily lives
INDIANA — Indiana ranks 11th in education, according to the 2026 KIDS COUNT® Data Book, a 50-state report of recent data developed by the Annie E. Casey Foundation…
Woman arrested in Sullivan County after allegedly stealing car near Dugger
DUGGER — A woman was taken into custody over the weekend following a brief vehicle theft investigation in Sullivan County. The incident began on Saturday,…
Lawrence County Museum celebrates success during Limestone Heritage Festival
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Museum enjoyed tremendous participation and a highly successful weekend of events during the annual Limestone Heritage Festival. Local author Roger…
Over 7 million Americans now living with Alzheimer’s as brain awareness month highlights growing health crisis
INDIANA — Health organizations nationwide are marking June as Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, using the global spotlight to draw urgent attention to a ballooning…
Man charged with armed kidnapping after forcing elderly victim to attempt $15,000 Columbus bank withdrawal
COLUMBUS — A routine trip to a local drive-thru bank turned into a dramatic rescue after an elderly man successfully escaped an armed kidnapper who…
Red Cross issues urgent appeal for blood donors as summer shortage looms
INDIANA — The American Red Cross issued an urgent nationwide appeal today, June 8, 2026, warning of an alarming drop in scheduled blood and platelet…
Indiana University expands footprint to Washington, D.C., with new ‘Capital Campus’
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Indiana University has officially established a permanent home in the heart of the nation’s capital. On June 3, 2026, university officials, students,…
Target issues nationwide recall for Up & Up Baby Wipes due to dangerous bacteria contamination
NATIONWIDE — Target has launched a voluntary, nationwide recall of several configurations of its popular “Up & Up” brand baby wipes after federal regulators confirmed…
Bottled Water Everywhere: How the FDA keeps billions of gallons safe for consumers
INDIANA – Seems like almost everyone is carrying a bottle of water these days. As reusable flasks and plastic single-servings become permanent fixtures in everyday…
Police search for vehicle after hit-and-run leaves 14-year-old seriously injured in Mitchell
MITCHELL — Authorities in southern Indiana are searching for a driver who fled the scene after striking and seriously injuring a 14-year-old scooter rider Friday…
