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DeKalb County Sheriff Brady Thomas Announces Re-Election Bid
(AUBURN) - DeKalb County Sheriff Brady Thomas has announced he will seek re-election for a second term in office.Thomas, who took office Jan. 1, 2023, said he is running again to continue efforts to strengthen public safety services and improve internal operations within the Sheriff's Office.Duri...
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Whitmer Proposes Tax Increases on Tobacco, Vaping and Gaming
(LANSING) - Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's proposed fiscal year 2027 budget calls for significant tax increases on tobacco products, vaping devices and gaming as part of a plan to address a projected $1.8 billion Medicaid funding shortfall.The proposal, scheduled to be presented to lawmakers Wednesday, ...
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Toyota Recalls 141,000 Prius Vehicles Over Rear Door Defect
(WASHINGTON, D.C.) - Toyota is recalling approximately 141,000 Prius and Prius Prime vehicles in the United States after identifying a defect that could allow rear doors to open while the vehicle is in motion.According to a report filed with the U.S. Department of Transportation, water can enter ...
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Indiana State Trooper Seriously Injured After Being Struck During Pursuit
(LAKE COUNTY) - An Indiana State Police trooper is recovering after being seriously injured during a pursuit early Monday morning in Lake County.According to authorities, the incident began around 3:30 a.m. when the Lake County Sheriff's Department initiated a pursuit on Interstate 80 near Kenned...
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"Let Kids Be Kids" Bill Heads to Gov. Braun After Unanimous Senate Vote
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Legislation aimed at protecting parents who allow their children to engage in independent activities without constant supervision is headed to Gov. Mike Braun's desk.The Indiana Senate voted 48-0 on Tuesday to approve House Bill 1035, often referred to as the "Let Kids Be Kids" m...
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Whitmer Signs Bill Banning Cellphones During Classroom Instruction
(LANSING) - Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has signed legislation prohibiting students from using cellphones during classroom instructional time.The new law is intended to reduce distractions, increase student engagement and improve academic performance in schools statewide.Under the measure, stu...
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Fort Wayne Zoo Welcomes Baby Sumatran Orangutan
(FORT WAYNE) - The Fort Wayne Zoo has announced the birth of a baby Sumatran orangutan, a significant development for a species listed as critically endangered.The infant, named Raya, was born Jan. 11 to 30-year-old mother Tara. Tara has lived at the zoo since 2003. The baby's father, Tengku, 39,...
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Braun, Meta Break Ground on $10 Billion Data Center Campus in Lebano
(LEBANON) - Gov. Mike Braun joined executives from Meta Platforms Inc. on Wednesday to break ground on a more than $10 billion data center campus in Lebanon.The project will be located in the LEAP Innovation and Research District and is expected to span approximately 1,500 acres. Plans call for 1...
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Bill to Increase Penalties for Animal Abuse Advances to Senate
(FORT WAYNE) - Indiana lawmakers are considering legislation that would increase criminal penalties for animal abuse.House Bill 1165 would elevate certain animal abuse offenses from a misdemeanor to a Level 6 felony, and in some cases a Level 5 felony. The bill also provides clearer definitions f...
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Fundraising Underway for DeKalb County's First Public Splash Pad
(AUBURN) - A DeKalb County nonprofit is working to bring the county's first free public splash pad to downtown Auburn.Fortify Life has launched a fundraising campaign for "Fortify Play," a proposed outdoor park and splash pad planned for Connection Drive near West Seventh Street. According to pro...
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