HHS Secretary Kennedy announces plan to curb psychiatric overprescribing

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. unveiled a sweeping initiative Monday aimed at reducing the “overprescribing” of…

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Houchin, Trahan, Valadao, Pocan Introduce Bipartisan Campus Lifeline Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Congresswoman Erin Houchin (IN-09) introduced the Campus Lifeline Act of 2026 alongside Representatives Lori Trahan (D-MA), David Valadao (R-CA), and Mark…

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Join FDA’s Office of Women’s Health and Human Foods Program on May 13 for a public webinar

NATIONWIDE – The FDA’s Office of Women’s Health, in partnership with the FDA’s Human Foods Program, is hosting a webinar during National Women’s Health Week on Wednesday,…

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Steady voter turnout reported; WBIW 1340 AM will air live election results

LAWRENCE COUNTY — Election Day is officially underway in Lawrence County, with local officials reporting a steady stream of residents participating in the primary election…

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Lawrence County reports early Election day turnout as voters head to voting centers

LAWRENCE COUNTY — Election Day activity is underway in Lawrence County, where officials reported steady turnout by midday Tuesday as residents cast ballots at multiple…

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Banks urges Honduras to restore diplomatic recognition of Tawain, Back away from China 

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) sent a letter to President Nasry Asfura congratulating the newly inaugurated President and urged the President to strengthen diplomatic relations…

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Gov. Braun recognizes Indiana teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week

INDIANA – Governor Mike Braun recognized Indiana teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week, celebrated May 4–8, and thanked educators across the state for their service to students, families,…

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AARP Indiana, IHCDA announce another round of funding to benefit Hoosiers 50-Plus

INDIANA– CreatINg Livable Communities, a partnership between AARP Indiana and the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA), will continue to benefit Hoosiers age 50 and…

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State Rep. Bartels to chair Indiana Defense Task Force

STATEHOUSE – State Rep. Stephen Bartels (R-Eckerty) was recently selected by Indiana Governor Mike Braun to serve as chair of the Indiana Defense Task Force. Bartels was appointed to…

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Bedford Board of Works calls special meeting to address infrastructure and real estate

BEDFORD — The City of Bedford Board of Public Works and Safety has announced a special meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 7, 2026, to move…

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