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Overdose Deaths: The silent crisis facing new Indiana mothers
INDIANA — A stark new report from the Indiana Maternal Mortality Review Commission reveals that substance use is now the leading cause of death for…
Deadline Alert: Today is the last day to register for Indiana’s May Primary
INDIANA — Hoosiers facing a busy Monday have one critical task to add to their to-do list: voter registration. Today, April 6, 2026, serves as…
Attorney General Todd Rokita asks NCAA hoops fans to watch for signs of human trafficking during Final Four festivities
INDIANA – While fans enjoy the exciting culmination of March Madness tonight, Attorney General Todd Rokita is warning them to also stay alert to the signs of human trafficking —…
The 2026 ‘Dirty Dozen’: New report warns of ‘forever chemicals’ in produce
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Environmental Working Group (EWG) has released its 2026 Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce, revealing that nearly 75% of non-organic fresh…
Lawrence County Highway Department announces opening for skilled driver
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Highway Department is currently seeking a qualified individual to fill an open position within its maintenance and operations division. As…
Bedford City Utilities announces tentative fire hydrant flushing schedule; Residents advised of potential water discoloration
BEDFORD – The following is a tentative schedule for fire hydrant flushing for the City of Bedford. The schedule is subject to change if each…
Navigating Social Security: Key resources for caregivers and families
WASHINGTON, D.C. — For many, the Social Security Administration (SSA) is a lifelong companion, providing a safety net from birth through retirement. However, navigating the…
Mortgage rates hit 7-month high as war in Iran rattles housing market
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. mortgage rates surged for the fifth consecutive week, reaching their highest point since September 2025 as the economic ripples of the…
CDC pauses testing for rabies and 30 other infectious diseases amid restructuring
ATLANTA, GA — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has officially suspended diagnostic testing for 31 different infectious diseases, including rabies, mpox, and…
Indiana Bond Bank’s Fuel Budgeting Program delivers strong March payouts amid rising fuel costs
INDIANAPOLIS – Treasurer Daniel Elliott announced that participants in the Indiana Bond Bank’s Fuel Budgeting Program are expected to receive substantial payouts for the month of March,…
