IN: Livable Wages/Working Families
Friday, September 20, 2024
Duke Energy's proposed rate hike, profits under fire
Duke Energy is facing criticism over its proposed rate hikes of up to 16%, while delaying the retirement of its coal-fired power plants in Indiana…
IN residents await price reductions on costly prescriptions
Indiana ranks 20th among states for its prescription drug spending and especially for older adults, some help is on the way. The Inflation Reduction …
Feeding Indiana’s Hungry calls for action as food insecurity worsens
Hoosiers are marking Hunger Action Month, a nationwide campaign led by the Feeding America Network, to raise awareness and fight hunger across the U.…
Hoosier families face financial aid setback with new FAFSA delay
Hoosier families with current and future college students should prepare for a delay in accessing financial aid. The Department of Education has …
Familias en IN enfrentan un revés financiero con el nuevo retraso de FAFSA
Las familias de Indiana con futuros y actuales estudiantes universitarios deben prepararse para un retraso en la ayuda financiera. El Departamento …
IN farmers markets help food deserts, economy
This week is National Farmers Market Week, as fresh jams, jellies, fruits and vegetables draw thousands of people to more than 8,000 farmers markets …
High childcare costs hinder women's workforce participation in Indiana
A new study from Ball State University's Center for Business and Economic Research revealed how child care availability and costs affect women's workf…
Increasing demand devours IN food bank resources
Food Bank of Northwest Indiana is facing a surge in demand for food assistance, despite the end of the pandemic. The facility serves about 60,000 …
Culinary camp teaches IN teens cooking, business skills
Kids' summer camp means horseback riding, hiking and scavenger hunts. But one Indianapolis chef is using the school break to teach youths cooking and …
Top Indiana industry leaders team up for youth STEM careers
Companies are consistently looking for fresh talent in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math. A central Indiana organization is …
Líderes de la industria de Indiana unidos en pro de carreras STEM para jóvenes
Las empresas buscan constantemente nuevos talentos en los campos de la ciencia, la tecnología, la ingeniería y las matemáticas…
IN airport security contract boosts workplace rights
The power of unions in America is growing as members are less hesitant to strike for fair workplace policies and livable wages. One union's …
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