Local/State News
INDIANAPOLIS — Expect light rain and isolated thunderstorms throughout the day and into tonight. The heaviest rainfall is predicted for Friday night into Saturday morning, with Central Indiana likely to receive an inch or more of rain. Meteorologist Aaron Updike from the National Weather Service warns that the system will bring a surge of cold […] The post NWS: Rain and Thunder, Possible Winter Chill Ahead appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
WASHINGTON — You may have heard about murdered University of Georgia nursing student Laken Riley. Indiana’s own Jim Banks has voted in favor of the Laken Riley Act. The bill would require Immigration and Custom Enforcement (ICE) to arrest, detain, and deport illegal immigrants who commit a theft-related crime. “This was a completely avoidable tragedy […] The post Rep. Banks Votes in Favor of Laken Riley Act, Renews His Call for Biden to Say Her Name appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
STATEWIDE — Natural disasters are not only a threat to life but a threat to your wallet. Indiana’s newest state senator wants to make sure you have every resource you need in your time of need. Republican State Senator Cyndi Carrasco of Indianapolis has completed her first bill, which is now heading to Governor Eric […] The post State Sen. Carrasco Talks Disaster Relief Bill Heading to Governor’s Desk appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
INDIANAPOLIS — It is not the end of the world, but it is the end of the line for one burger restaurant in Indianapolis. Apocalypse Burger announced Wednesday that this is its last week in business. The restaurant on East 49th Street will permanently close its doors Saturday. According to a Facebook post, its owners […] The post Apocalypse Burger to Close Doors Saturday appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
INDIANAPOLIS — Fifteen people have been convicted and sentenced for their roles in a drug trafficking operation in Kokomo, Indiana according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office Southern District of Indiana. Court documents show that in 2020 the Kokomo Police Department and other law enforcement partners began an investigation into multiple individuals trafficking drugs in Kokomo. […] The post 15 Individuals Sentenced in Kokomo Drug Trafficking Operation appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
WEST LAFAYETTE, IND — Getting Hoosier children ready for the solar eclipse begins by having conversations with them about what the event means. “We know that word is probably new for them,” said Anne Gritt, a clinical assistant professor at Purdue University’s Department of Speech Language and Hearing Sciences. “As children learn new vocabulary words, […] The post Preparing Hoosier Kids for the Solar Eclipse appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
STATEHOUSE — When Hoosiers have questions about public access laws they go to the state’s public access counselor who then issues opinions on those situations citing state law. The office was created by Gov. Frank O’Bannon by executive order in the early 2000s. A bill in the Indiana legislature will have some impact on how […] The post State Lawmakers Tweak Standards For Public Access Opinions appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
GREENWOOD, Ind. (WISH) — Five juveniles were taken into custody for what the Johnson County prosecutor called “knucklehead behavior” that must stop before it leads to serious consequences. On Feb. 27, five juveniles performed the “TikTok Door Kick Challenge,” the prosecutor said in a news release issued Wednesday. Essentially, people bang on the door to […] The post Prosecutor: 5 Juveniles in Custody for Banging on the Door of a Home appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
FORT WAYNE, Ind. — You may remember hearing about a young man who was killed just months after his sister died at the hands of a police officer. Now, a teenager has been charged for that man’s murder. Last month, the Allen County Coroner’s Office revealed that 21-year-old Divoryan Warren-Hill had been shot multiple times, […] The post Fort Wayne Teenager Charged With Murder appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
BOONE COUNTY, Ind.–Empowering teachers, getting households to thrive, and making sure Indiana is more financially sound are just a few of the principles that mean a great deal to Josh Lowry. He’s a Democrat running for the House District 24 seat. District 24 represents northeastern Boone and western Hamilton counties in the Indiana House of […] The post Teachers, Childcare, and Indiana’s Finances Are Just Few of the Motivations for District 24 Candidate Josh Lowry appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
WASHINGTON — Indiana’s junior senator is all about bringing down the nation’s debt, and he’s once again calling for change in Congress. During a speech Wednesday, Senator Mike Braun called for the banning of ‘earmarks’ – that’s government speak for additions to a bill that don’t necessarily have to do with the overall legislation, and […] The post Sen. Braun Calling for Earmark Ban, Term Limits & Balanced Budget Amendment appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
INDIANAPOLIS — Over the next five years, one recovery program in Indianapolis will be getting $5 million, thanks to a donation from a Hoosier philanthropist. Community Health Network announced that Julie Wood – of the Tom & Julie Wood Family Foundation – will be donating to benefit the Community Fairbanks Recovery Center’s Recovery Housing program. […] The post Philanthropist to Donate $5 Million to Help Fund Addiction Recovery appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.