Government
Strengthening child safety in Indiana
INDIANA – Hear from State Reps. Lorissa Sweet (R-Wabash) and Ryan Lauer (R-Columbus) about new laws passed during the 2026 legislative session that strengthen protections…
Two Indiana Constitutional amendments to appear on ballots
INDIANAPOLIS — Hoosier voters will face two proposed amendments to the Indiana Constitution when they head to the polls this November. The first ballot measure…
Understanding Medicare Part B Premiums: How rates are set and who pays more
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A common misconception among retirees is that Medicare Part B premiums are calculated as a percentage of an individual’s monthly Social Security…
Social Security Disability Insurance marks 70 years as a critical lifeline for American workers
WASHINGTON, D.C. — August 1, 2026, marks the 70th anniversary of the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program, celebrating seven decades of crucial financial support…
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…
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…
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…
FSSA and covering kids and families to host statewide public town halls on upcoming HIP work requirements
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA), in partnership with Covering Kids & Families, will host a series of public town halls…
Preparing for Indiana’s New HIP work requirements
INDIANA – Important changes are coming for Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP) members. Beginning January 1, 2027, Indiana will implement work requirements for most HIP members…
Monroe County reports eight cyclosporiasis cases amid regional outbreak; Health officials reiterate safety guidance
BLOOMINGTON — The Monroe County Health Department (MCHD) continues to actively monitor local and regional cyclosporiasis activity as part of an ongoing multistate outbreak that…
