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Six years after pandemic declaration, COVID-19 continues to shape U.S. public health and politics
WASHINGTON, D.C. – More than six years after the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic, the virus remains a deeply political topic in…
Australia approves breakthrough Alzheimer’s blood tests to speed up early diagnosis
SYDNEY — A new era in dementia care has arrived in Australia following the Therapeutic Goods Administration’s (TGA) regulatory approval of blood tests designed to…
Indiana State Police seeks officers for the Capitol Police Section
INDIANA – The Indiana State Police Capitol Police Section is now accepting applications from both traditional and lateral applicants. Individuals interested in beginning a rewarding…
Opening weekend kicks off 2026 Indiana State Fair with Band Day, concerts, and hot air balloons
INDIANAPOLIS — The wait is over for Hoosiers across the state as the opening weekend of the 2026 Indiana State Fair arrives, bringing traditions, live…
Four-foot alligator surprises early-morning commuter near downtown Jeffersonville
JEFFERSONVILLE — An early-morning drive took an extraordinary turn in southern Indiana over the weekend when a motorist spotted an unusual sight along the roadway:…
Rotten-egg odor forces evacuation and illness at Monroe County Justice Center
BLOOMINGTON — Several Monroe County employees were forced to flee the Charlotte T. Zietlow Justice Center on Tuesday morning after an overpowering, rotten-egg odor spread…
Bedford Chamber to host 110th Annual Dinner featuring Keynote Speaker Dr. Joe Spires
BEDFORD — The Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce is preparing to celebrate a major milestone by hosting its 110th Chamber Annual Dinner later this month….
Indiana State Police targeted enforcement patrol leads to arrests and citations near Seymour
SEYMOUR — A concentrated enforcement initiative conducted by the Indiana State Police (ISP) near Seymour resulted in multiple arrests and dozens of traffic stops, authorities…
Hoosier Uplands Back-to-School Bash helps families prepare for school year
BEDFORD — North Lawrence Community Schools joined families and community organizations during the Hoosier Uplands Back-to-School Bash on July 23 at the Lawrence County Fairgrounds….
Bloomington Public Works earns national accreditation with 100% compliance
BLOOMINGTON – The American Public Works Association (APWA) has awarded full accreditation to the City of Bloomington Department of Public Works after evaluators determined the…












