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Israel announces wave of strikes on Tehran after Trump demands Iran's unconditional surrender; NYC mayoral candidate Brad Lander arrested at immigration court; Federal bill would dim rooftop solar's future, says Michigan CEO; Despite known Iowa nitrate risks, EPA focuses on fluoride; Georgia's Macon-Bibb County launches justice reform plan.

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Trump's big budget and policy act faces pushback from clean energy advocates and small businesses. A federal court weighs legality of deploying the California National Guard over the governor's objections. And ICE detains a New York mayoral candidate.

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EV charging stations are harder to find in rural America, improving the mental health of children and teachers is the goal of a new partnership in seven rural states, and a once segregated Mississippi movie theater is born again.

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Indiana set to receive millions from drugmaker's bankruptcy settlement. A federal agency proposes adding a surcharge to visit Indiana Dunes National Park. Weather forecasters predict dangerously hot days ahead for central Indiana, and a new report suggests homeowners have few options against rising insurance rates.

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According to the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, more than 500,000 Hoosiers work in manufacturing, a sector increasingly dependent on affordable, renewable energy to stay competitive. (Adobe stock)

Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Proposed budget could drive up Indiana power bills

Indiana's economy could take a major hit under the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," now advancing in Congress. Michael Hicks, director of the Center …

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Indiana Department of Insurance data lists the top agency complaints as claim denials and delays, adjuster handling, unsatisfactory settlement offers and coverage inquiries. (Adobe Stock)

Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Report: Slow insurance responses, weather affect IN home coverage costs

Homeowners' insurance costs continue to skyrocket and few choices remain for Hoosiers who cannot afford a premium increase or receive a coverage denia…

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Organizers said demonstrations throughout the country Saturday drew more than 5 million protesters. (Joe Ulery/Public News Service)

Monday, June 16, 2025

Hoosiers reject crowns and chaos at 'No Kings' protest

It is estimated 3,000 to 4,000 Hoosiers marched around the Indiana Statehouse during the "No Kings" protest in downtown Indianapolis on Saturday…

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Total Medicaid spending in Indiana in fiscal year 2022 was $17 billion, with the federal government paying 75% of the costs. (Adobe Stock)
IN residents watch direction of Trump spending bill amid state budget cuts

As Congress reviews budget slashes to health care in President Donald Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," a new evaluation from the nonpartisan Cong…

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Part-time officer Brennan Cox uses signs to communicate with faculty during Indiana University Police Academy training. (Chris Meyer/Indiana University)
IU Police Academy signs on to Deaf culture training

Indiana University now trains police academy recruits in Deaf culture awareness and basic American Sign Language. The program aims to improve …

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In 1981, the first Pride event was a dinner at the now-gone Essex House Hotel, where many of the attendees wore masks upon entering the hotel so as not to be recognized. (Adobe Stock)
Indy Pride turns 30, refuses to be quiet

Indiana's largest LGBTQ+ celebration kicks off this weekend as Indy Pride marks its 30th anniversary. The event expands this year to two days…

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The 2025 Kids Count report showed Indiana had a reduction in the percentage of teens not in school and not working from 7% to 5%, indicating more young people are staying engaged in education or jobs. (Adobe stock)
New report shows gains and gaps for Indiana kids

Indiana now ranks 25th in the nation for child well-being, up from 27th last year. The data comes from the 2025 Kids Count Data Book by the Annie E…

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The Williams Institute reported almost three million members of the LGBTQ+ community live in the Midwest. (Adobe Stock)
Survey: IN businesses benefit from offering Pride merchandise

A new survey found most consumers stand behind brands showing support for the LGBTQ+ community. GLAAD, the nonprofit behind the survey, said it …

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Purdue Global Law School traces its roots to 1998, when Concord University School of Law went live online. (Adobe stock)
Purdue Global grads make Indiana legal first

By Marilyn Odendahl for The Indiana Citizen.Broadcast version by Joe Ulery for Indiana News Service reporting for the Indiana Citizen-Free Press India…

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More than half of the bachelor's degrees offered at Indiana's public colleges and universities could be eliminated under an eleventh-hour provision added to the state budget. (Adobe stock)
Indiana’s degree cuts threaten access for working adults

Indiana's move to cut low-enrollment college degree programs may collide with many adults who say they want more access to affordable higher education…

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About 2,500 women are housed in Indiana's correctional facilities, including some held in county jails, according to a June 2024 Indiana Department of Corrections report. (Adobe Stock)
Indiana women get new start on college from behind bars

By Claire Rafford for Mirror Indy.Broadcast version by Terri Dee for Indiana News Service reporting for the Mirror Indy-Free Press Indiana-Public News…

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Dr. Janel Gordon says autism prevalence is higher among Asian, Black and Hispanic children but the reasons behind the disparities remain unclear. (Adobe stock)
Indiana urges families to act early on signs of autism

By Dr. Janel Gordon for WISH-TV.Broadcast version by Joe Ulery for Indiana News Service reporting for the WISH-TV-Free Press Indiana-Public News …

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