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Veterans Affairs finalizes new rule to fast-track benefits for veteran survivors
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has finalized a landmark rule change aimed at eliminating the bureaucratic “red tape” that has historically…
ISP investigating after inmate found unresponsive in Bartholomew County Jail
COLUMBUS — The Indiana State Police (ISP) Versailles Post is investigating an incident at the Bartholomew County Jail after a female inmate was found unresponsive…
IU Health Primary Care physician shares the importance of annual appointments
BLOOMINGTON – It’s always a good time of year to recommit yourself to your health, starting with an annual appointment with your primary care provider…
Soil sampling program available for Hoosier farmers
INDIANA – The Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA), in partnership with organizations statewide and the Gulf Hypoxia Program (GHP), is reopening its no‑cost initiative…
Winning $50,000 Powerball ticket sold in southern Indiana
SELLERSBURG – A winning Powerball ticket has been sold in southern Indiana. According to Hoosier Lottery, the $50,000 winning ticket was sold at Smokey’s #6…
IU economics director arrested in undercover child solicitation sting
BLOOMINGTON — A high-ranking official within Indiana University’s Department of Economics was taken into custody Thursday morning following a multi-state undercover investigation into online predators….
Indiana gas prices inch up as national averages continue steady climb
INDIANA — Gasoline prices in the Hoosier state saw a marginal increase this week, mirroring a broader national trend as the industry prepares for seasonal…
Public health report: High viral levels detected in Monroe County wastewater
BLOOMINGTON — Local health officials have issued a high-alert “weather” report for pathogens following the latest results from wastewater surveillance. Data released by WastewaterSCAN for…
Monroe County Board of Health cancels February meeting
BLOOMINGTON — Officials have announced that the Monroe County Board of Health meeting originally scheduled for this week has been cancelled. The meeting was slated…
Latest data on the well-being and outcomes of children in Indiana
INDIANA – Indiana Youth Institute (IYI) released the 2026 Indiana KIDS COUNT® Data Book, which shows Indiana ranks 25th nationally in overall child well-being. Now in…
