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Sen. Spencer Deery (R-West Lafayette) outside of the West Lafayette Public Library.
Benjamin Thorp
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WFYI
Indiana Supreme Court declares winner in contentious Republican primary race
Benjamin Thorp
Indiana’s Supreme Court ruled on a case over whether the state’s recount commission erred in throwing out ballots and declaring a new winner in a contentious Republican primary fight.
Indiana State Treasurer
Caroline Beck
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WFYI
New Indiana loan program aims to fast track storm recovery
Caroline Beck
Mosquitoes across Indiana are testing positive for West Nile virus. State and local officials are advising residents to take precautions against the potentially deadly disease.
Jimmy Chan
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Pexels
West Nile virus found in dozens of Indiana counties. Here's how to protect yourself
Benjamin Thorp
Mehmet Oz, Administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, visited the state Thursday to announce a rebranded health insurance program. The visit comes as employer health costs are expected to rise.
Benjamin Thorp
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WFYI
Trump health admin promotes insurance program aimed at lowering costs for employers
Benjamin Thorp
The front doors of the Marion County Sheriff's Office in Indianapolis on April 29, 2026.
Eric Weddle
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WFYI
Sheriff sues state after hundreds sit in Marion County jail waiting for prison transfer
Farrah Anderson

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On Thursday, September 3, 2026 U.S. Rep Frank J. Mrvan Spoke on the House floor to recognize all of our local leaders and officials, first responders, linemen, religious institutions, non-profit organizations, National Guard members, and countless volunteers who went above and beyond to assist neighbors and communities in Northwest Indiana during last month’s storm.
Screenshot via Congressman Frank J. Mrvan YouTube channel
Local News
Rep. Mrvan Calls for Federal Investigation into Weeks-Long NIPSCO Power Outages After Derecho
Dee Dotson
Rep. Mrvan Calls for Federal Investigation into Weeks-Long NIPSCO Power Outages After Derecho
The Lake County Council meets in regular session at the Lake County Government Center in Crown Point on Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026.
Screenshot / Lake County Government via YouTube
Local News
Lake County Council Weighs Emergency Management Restructuring, Moves Law Enforcement Grants
Dee Dotson
Indiana Department of Transportation
Local News
Kennedy Ave and Indianapolis Blvd interchanges to have short-term closures
Dee Dotson
NPR News