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Farmers Mulling Financial Challenges
Rising production costs, decreased demand, and losses from flooding last summer are just some of the hardships Indiana’s farmers are facing this year. Indiana Public Broadcasting’s Sophia Saliby talks to the farmers impacted by these conditions.
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Plainfield Islamic Headquarters Vandalized
(PLAINFIELD) – The headquarters of the Islamic Society of North America in Plainfield was vandalized with racial slurs. Three people were seen on camera Sunday morning. However, no one is currently in custody.
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GOP Will Try to Reintroduce Gov. Pence’s Regional Cities Funding
(STATEHOUSE) — Republicans will try to salvage one of Governor Pence’s signature programs next week. Legislators budgeted 84-million dollars for Pence’s Regional Cities Initiative, enough to fund coordinated development efforts in two regions of the state. But the House so far appears unwilling to allow another 42-million to cover three regions instead of two. Some […]
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Indiana’s Medical Malpractice System Getting Another Look by Lawmakers
Lawmakers Monday will explore resurrecting an idea left for dead weeks ago – overhauling Indiana’s medical malpractice system. Indiana Public Broadcasting’s Brandon Smith reports on a last-ditch effort to shore up concerns about the system’s constitutionality…since the medical malpractice cap hasn’t been raised since 1999. Medical Malpractice can be a life-changing event that you can […]
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Concern Expressed Over Lead Exposure in Madison County
(ANDERSON) — Madison County is one of the five worst counties in the state when it comes to the rate of kids battling lead poisoning. Mike Mettler with the Indiana Department of Health says it’s because the houses there are of a certain age. A number of houses were built before 1978, when lead paint […]
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DCS Reviewing Its Vetting Process After White Supremacist is Accidentally Hired
(STATEHOUSE) – The Department of Child Services is taking a hard look at its vetting processes. It is because the DCS accidentally hired a white supremacist. Matthew Heimbach was hired January 11th, but then fired just over two weeks later after his coworkers found video of Heimbach speaking at a white supremacist rally. Senator Tim […]
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IU Health Raising Its Minimum Wage
(BLOOMINGTON) – Hospitals and facilities run by IU Health will now be paying some workers a higher wage. Last week, the Bloomington-based health care clinic announced that it would pay its workers a minimum wage of $11 an hour, raising it from the federal standard of $7.25. The change is expected to affect more than […]
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Innovation Connector
“Innovation Connector” Indiana Weekend Across the country, communities are nurturing startup businesses with support, mentoring and facilities to encourage entrepreneurs. We visit the Innovation Connector in Muncie to see how one local group is doing it. Music used in this show: Money for Nothing, by Dire Straits Working for a Living, by Phil Vassar with […]
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Indy Zoo prepares for birth of new orangutan
Orangutan births in the United States are extremely rare, and this makes the expecting great ape at the Indianapolis Zoo that much more special. As Indiana Public Broadcasting’s Becca Costello reports, zoo staff have been preparing for the birth with great interest. Photo courtesy of the Indianapolis Zoo.
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Indiana University ethics dean resigns amid sexual assault investigation
An Indiana University dean has resigned amid allegations of sexual assault while at an out-of-state event. As Indiana Public Broadcasting’s Becca Costello reports, his duties at the Bloomington school include overseeing student ethics and investigating sexual misconduct cases. Photo courtesy of Indiana University Bloomington.
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Republic Airways Files for Chapter 11
(INDIANAPOLIS) – Indianapolis-based Republic Airways has filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. Chairman and CEO Bryan Bedford says the company “worked hard to avoid this step.” Republic has long struggled with financial troubles, a shortage of pilots and labor strife. In a prepared statement, Bedford says “any further delay would unnecessarily waste valuable resources.” The company […]
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Meth, Deer Hunting, Police Body Cam Video Legislation Coming Into Focus at Statehouse
With just a couple weeks left in the 2016 legislative session, a clearer picture of what key legislation will look like emerged this week. That includes bills aimed at regulating high-fenced deer hunting, addressing the state’s meth crisis, and governing the release of police body camera videos. Indiana Public Broadcasting’s Brandon Smith reports on the […]
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Teacher-Hiring Bill Killed in Senate
The Senate killed a bill Thursday that would have allowed schools to bypass negotiations with teachers unions when hiring certain educators. StateImpact Indiana’s Claire McInerny reports the Republican caucus listened to the Democrat’s opposition.
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Fort Wayne International Adding More Parking
(FORT WAYNE) – In a sign of increased traffic, Fort Wayne International Airport is making more room for more travelers. The Allen County Airport Authority is moving the cell phone parking lot to a new, temporary location for the spring break travel time during March and April. In addition, more overflow parking is being added […]
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#9 BSU MVB Wins 9th In a Row; MBB, WBB Play Eastern Michigan, Saturday
In sports … The No. 9 Ball State men’s volleyball Cardinals beat fellow Midwestern Collegiate Volleyball Association member Quincy University Thursday evening at Worthen Arena. The Cards extended their win streak to nine games with a three-zip sweep of the Hawks. Ball State is now 12-and-3 overall – a perfect 6-and-0 in the MIVA. Next up: […]
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Greentown Dealing with Lead Contamination in Some of Its Water Supply
The water crisis in Flint, Michigan has people all over the country wondering if their water is safe to drink. It’s a question that’s especially on the minds of residents in Greentown north of Indianapolis, where recent tests showed elevated levels of lead in some of the water. As Indiana Public Broadcasting’s Barbara Brosher reports, […]
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Legislative committees attempt compromise on road funding
Hoosier lawmakers are attempting to combine different ideas on road funding into one cohesive bill that could pass the legislature and head to the governor. Yesterday, the House took a look at the Senate Republican plan. Today, it was the Senate’s turn to review the House Republican plan. As Indiana Public Broadcasting’s Brandon Smith reports, […]
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Snowfall Totals Vary Across Indiana
(INDIANAPOLIS) You were still being advised to drive carefully across Indiana, especially the northern and western parts, as the snow was coming to an end this (Thursday) morning. Monticello got nine inches of snow, while the Indianapolis metro saw less than an inch from the storm system. Muncie has seen between two to three inches […]
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Numerous Illinois College Students Could Be Transferring to Indiana Schools
Illinois’ public colleges are in trouble and it could have an impact on higher education in Indiana. It’s more than halfway into the fiscal year and Illinois’ Republican governor and Democratic-controlled legislature are still deadlocked over the state budget. The impasse means the state’s 12 public universities and 48 community colleges haven’t received a penny […]
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Road Funding Debate Could Last Until the Finish Line
A House committee Wednesday kicked off what will be a series of legislative maneuvers between the two chambers over House and Senate road funding plans. Indiana Public Broadcasting’s Brandon Smith reports on the first step of a process that could last up until the last moments of this session.
