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How Would You Score On The U.S. Citizenship Test?
29 Jan 2025
One of the steps for a legal immigrant to become a citizen of the United States Of America is the ability to pass the U.S. Citizenship Exam.
According to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, there are many steps involved in gaining U.S. citizenship. One aspect is to pass English and Civics testing.
U.S. citizens may think th ...
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Jan
Rokita Announces Victory Over Government Overreach And Climate Extremism As EPA Shuts Down Electric-Vehicle Mandate
24 Jan 2025
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita announced today that Indiana and 23 other states have won a battle against a California effort to impose a radical climate agenda on ALL states by requiring trucking companies operating in California to use electric vehicles in their fleets.
Following pressure applied by Attorney General R ...
ISP Human Trafficking Awareness Initiative Results
23 Jan 2025
The Indiana State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division partnered with the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) for the CVSA Human Trafficking Awareness Initiative, which took place from January 13 - 17. This initiative seeks to empower commercial motor vehicle drivers, motor carriers, law enforcement officials, and the genera ...
SHOCKER: Rokita Wins Electrical Conditions Lawsuit Against Landlord
23 Jan 2025
Attorney General Todd Rokita won a lawsuit on behalf of Hoosiers in the Northern Indiana town of Plymouth who were subjected to roof leaks, black mold, and unsafe electrical conditions at The Pointe Apartments on Kingston Road. One tenant reported they were literally shocked in their own shower last summer as a result of extremel ...
Update: Latest Detection Of Pathogenic Avian Influenza
22 Jan 2025
HPAI Situation Update # 30January 22, 2025
Response to
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
(22 January 2025)
LATEST DETECTION
County & Flock #: Allen 05Flock Size: 26,066Type of Operation: Commercial Eg ...
Interesting Facts About Winter
22 Jan 2025
Explore these cold, hard facts about wintertime.
The winter solstice marks the first day of winter. For people residing in the Northern Hemisphere, Tuesday, December 21, 2021, heralds the official arrival of winter (the Southern Hemisphere's winter solstice is on Sunday, June 20).
Though it's common to think of the winter sols ...
22
Jan
Pharmaceutical Companies Spike EpiPen Prices 600% While Allegedly Deceiving Hoosier Consumers
22 Jan 2025
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita sues pharmaceutical companies over anticompetitive acts related to EpiPen
Attorney General Todd Rokita has filed a lawsuit alleging that Mylan and Pfizer have conspired to increase EpiPen’s price by more than 600% in order to continue to profit from EpiPen prescriptions and prevent other s ...
Notable Events in the Life of Martin Luther King, Jr.
20 Jan 2025
Few individuals in American history have made an impact as sizable as Martin Luther King, Jr. King wore many hats throughout his tragically short life, from minister to activist to scholar, leaving behind a legacy that is worthy of celebration.
Though King was assassinated before he even reached his fortieth birthday, his life was ...
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Jan
IDEM Accepting Applications and Nominations for the 2025 Governor's Awards for Environmental Excellence
18 Jan 2025
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management today announced it is taking applications and nominations for the 2025 Governor’s Awards for Environmental Excellence. This marks the 32nd year the awards have been given to celebrate innovative projects with measurable environmental benefits.Presented annually since 1994 ...
Two Distinguished Members of Rokita’s Team Receive State’s Top Award
17 Jan 2025
Chief Deputy Attorney General Lori Torres and Chief Counsel of Litigation Patricia Erdmann recently received the Sagamore of the Wabash award from Gov. Eric Holcomb for their longstanding devotion to serving Hoosiers, Attorney General Todd Rokita has announced.
“Lori and Patricia have dedicated a large part of their professional care ...
Events To Honor Martin Luther King Jr.
14 Jan 2025
The Indiana Civil Rights Commission (ICRC) and partners will host the 34th Annual State of Indiana Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Celebration in honor of Dr. King. Speakers will include ICRC Executive Director Gregory L. Wilson, IBE’s President and CEO Alice Watson, President of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Eric Johnson, and Shon ...
Anthony Scott Appointed to Serve as the 21st Superintendent of the Indiana State Police
14 Jan 2025
Governor Mike Braun has appointed Captain Anthony M. Scott to serve as the 21st Superintendent of the Indiana State Police. Superintendent Scott was born and raised in Rush County, Indiana. After graduating from Rushville High School in 1992, he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting from Cumberland College and ...
Christopher Hill Appointed to Serve as Assistant Superintendent of the Indiana State Police
14 Jan 2025
Indiana State Police Lieutenant Christopher L. Hill has been promoted to the rank of Colonel and will serve as the Indiana State Police Assistant Superintendent. Hill was born and raised in Madison, Indiana. After graduating from Shawe Memorial High School in 1986, he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice fro ...
ISP Superintendent Doug Carter Retires Following Career Spanning Nearly Four Decades
14 Jan 2025
Indiana State Police Superintendent Doug Carter has retired following a career in law enforcement which spanned nearly 40 years. He was born and raised in Laporte, Indiana, and after graduating from LaPorte High School in 1980, he went on to attend Ball State University. He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree w ...
AT&T WNBA All-Stars In Indianapolis July 18 & 19
14 Jan 2025
With Indianapolis set to once again be on display for a global audience July 18 and July 19 when it hosts the AT&T WNBA All-Star 2025 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, the list of key leaders responsible for making it happen, and the much-anticipated event logos were formally unveiled today.
“Fans are in for a jampacked, star-studded w ...
Young, Colleagues Reintroduce The Laken Riley Act
08 Jan 2025
U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) joined U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and all Senate Republicans in reintroducing the Laken Riley Act. The bill, which passed the House of Representatives on Tuesday, is expected to be considered later this week in the Senate.
The legislation would require U.S. ...
NSA Crane Cmdr. Martinez Delivers State of the Installation Address
02 Jan 2025
ODON – One team, one fight, one community. A unifying message of collaboration and shared commitment between the Naval Support Activity Crane installation and the counties surrounding the base was a common theme at the Crane Regional Defense Group’s State of the Installation Dec. 11 at WestGate Academy.
Cmdr. Luis Martinez delivered the St ...
Year End Issue, The WW1 Dispatch
31 Dec 2024
December 2024
The Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal Act Becomes Law. Thanks For Your Help!
The Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal Act passed this month as Section 5703 of H.R.5009, the "Servicememb ...
Cover Crop Premium Discount Program Available To Hoosier Farmers
31 Dec 2024
The Indiana State Department of Agriculture, The Nature Conservancy and the United States Department of Agriculture’s Risk Management Agency have joined forces to implement the Cover Crop Premium Discount Program for the fifth year in a row.Beginning Jan. 1, 2025, this program will provide farmers with a unique ...
Statewide Silver Alert: Shonda Howard
30 Dec 2024
A Statewide Silver Alert has been declared.
The Muncie Police Department is investigating the disappearance of Shonda Howard, a 74 year old white female, 5 feet 6 inches tall, 108 pounds, white hair with hazel eyes, last seen wearing a grey shirt and black pants.
Shonda is missing from Muncie, Indiana which is 63 miles northeast of Indian ...
Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period
30 Dec 2024
The Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (MA OEP) runs January 1 through March 31 of each year. During the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period:
You can switch to a different Medicare Advantage Plan.
You can drop your Medicare Advantage Plan.
You can return to Original Medicare.
You can add ...
All Medigap Plans Available Open For Those Under 65 With Medicare
30 Dec 2024
A new bill, SEA 215 was introduced and passed in Indiana in Spring of 2024. Beginning January 1, 2025,there will be guaranteed issue into medigap plans for people under 65. What does this mean? This meansthat after December 31, 2024, any Medicare Supplement Plan (Medigap) that is available to those withMedicare will also have to provide tha ...
This School’s Student Population is 230… Plus a Chicken Flock
30 Dec 2024
On a school lunch menu in rural Goshen, Indiana, is pizza, caprese sandwiches, hard-boiled eggs, and tater tot casserole.
It may seem like nothing special (save maybe the Midwestern flare), except it is. Some of those very ingredients are grown and sourced by students just outside the cafeteria walls.
With the help of a USDA g ...
State Park Properties To Offer First Day Hikes on New Year’s Day
23 Dec 2024
By Indiana Department Of Natural Resources
Usher in 2025 with other outdoor lovers at one of the many First Day Hikes offered Jan. 1 at Indiana’s state parks and lakes. First Day Hikes are a healthy way to start the new year. They offer a chance to get outside, exercise, enjoy nature, and connect with friends. Find one near yo ...
Office of Medicaid Policy and Planning Director To Step Down
23 Dec 2024
Indiana Medicaid Director Cora Steinmetz will resign in early 2025 after navigating the Office of Medicaid Policy and Planning through a forecast variance that resulted in cost containment strategies, new robust monthly financial reporting, and a more thorough policy review process.
“Few individuals have made such a remarkable impa ...
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Dec
Federal Agency Touts Attorney General Rokita’s Settlement With Health Care Clearinghouse As National Model
23 Dec 2024
By referring consumers to an Indiana-led multistate settlement, federal officials this month tacitly recognized the excellence of Attorney General Todd Rokita’s team.
In announcing its own settlement Dec. 10 with a Puerto Rico-based health care clearinghouse following a data breach, the U.S. Department of Health and Hum ...
This Week in Indiana History, Dec. 22-28
23 Dec 2024
December 22, 1935 A 22-foot statue of St. Nicholas was completed at Santa Claus, Indiana. The 40-ton statue still stands as a symbol of the festive town.
December 23, 1867 Businesswoman, entrepreneur and philanthropist Madam C. J. Walker is born. In Indianapolis, ...
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Dec
New 2024 Population Estimates Show Nation’s Population Grew by About 1% to 340.1 Million Since 2023
19 Dec 2024
New 2024 Population Estimates Show Nation’s Population Grew by About 1% to 340.1 Million Since 2023
December 19, 2024
Written by:
Kristie Wilder
Following historically low growth at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. population grew substantially by almost 1% since ...
Net International Migration Drives Highest U.S. Population Growth in Decades
19 Dec 2024
The U.S. population grew by nearly 1.0% between 2023 and 2024, according to the new Vintage 2024 population estimates released today by the U.S. Census Bureau.
As the nation’s population surpasses 340 million, this is the fastest annual population growth the nation has seen since 2001 — a notable increase from the record low gr ...
This Week in Indiana History, Dec. 15-21
19 Dec 2024
December 15, 2007 Julia Carson, American politician (Rep Indiana (D) 1997-2007), dies of lung cancer at 69.
December 16, 1908 Harland Sanders was born in a four-room house in Henryville, Indiana. After many jobs, including farmhand, streetcar conductor and fireman, he ...
Improve 64 Construction Anticipated In Early 2026
18 Dec 2024
By Indiana Department of Transportation
The Indiana Department of Transportation announces construction for the Improve 64 added travel lanes project is expected to begin in early 2026. Pre-construction activities will continue as scheduled, with letting scheduled for November 2025. The project will ut ...
Houchin Appointed to House Energy and Commerce Committee
16 Dec 2024
Congresswoman Erin Houchin (IN-09) has been appointed to the House Energy and Commerce Committee for the 119th Congress. As one of the oldest and most influential committees in the House, Energy and Commerce oversees critical areas such as energy policy, healthcare, telecommunications, and economic development.
“It’s an honor to jo ...
Local Students Invited To Page At The Senate
10 Dec 2024
The Indiana Senate is accepting applications for the 2025 Senate Page Program.
Why it matters: Young Hoosiers are the future leaders of our state, and the Senate Page Program is a unique and exciting way for students to get a real-life civics lesson.
Through the full-day program, students in grades six through 12 have the opportunity to:&nb ...
Indiana State Parks Closed For Deer Hunts
26 Nov 2024
Some Indiana State Parks will be temporarily closed to the public for deer hunts on Dec. 2-3, 2024. The properties will be closed on the evening before the hunt and reopen the morning after. Only individuals selected from the draw may participate at any site.
Participating properties include:
Brown County State Park
Chain O’Lakes State P ...
Rokita Tells Tyson Foods To Answer Tough Questions On Employment Of Illegal Aliens
20 Nov 2024
Amid reported concerns about a largescale influx of illegal aliens and “legal migrants” into local communities, Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita announced today that his office has sent a civil investigative demand (CID) to the Tyson Foods in Logansport seeking information related to human labor trafficking.
The CID state ...
Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana Tournament Down to "Sweet 16"
19 Nov 2024
The Indiana Chamber’s annual Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana contest is down from a record 90 competitors to the Sweet 16 as the fourth round is now underway through November 21.
The Indiana Chamber is joined this year by the Indiana Destination Development Corporation (IDDC) in putting on the program. The IDDC’s “IN Indiana” mar ...
Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana Tournament Down to 32 Competitors
12 Nov 2024
With interest continuing at an all-time high and thousands of online votes cast, the Indiana Chamber of Commerce’s fourth annual Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana tournament is down to 32 competitors as second round action concludes and the third round tips off. The contest began with a record field of 90 manufacturers.
Thi ...
This Week In Indiana History, Nov. 10-16
11 Nov 2024
November 10, 1986 The movie “Hoosiers” premieres at the Circle Theater in Indianapolis. One of the most popular sports movies of all time, it is loosely based on the 1954 Milan High School basketball championship.
November 11, 1918 The Armistice is signed to end ...
Rokita Investigates Potential Labor Trafficking Networks In Local Communities
11 Nov 2024
AG Rokita sends civil investigative demands (CIDs) to officials, employers and non-profits in Evansville, Logansport and Seymour
As residents and elected officeholders continue reporting concerns about the largescale influx of illegal aliens and “legal migrants” into their cities and towns, Attorney General Todd Rokita is launching i ...
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Oct
Rokita Secures Suspension Of Indy Doctor’s Medical License Following Unlawful Prescribing And Other Violations
31 Oct 2024
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita has secured a suspension of the medical license of an Indianapolis doctor charged with 114 counts of violating laws regulating his medical practice and controlled substance prescribing.
“Hoosier patients have the right to expect their doctors to put their safety and well-being at the top of the ...
31
Oct
Rokita Secures Revocation Of Licensure Against Evansville Addiction Counselor Who Illegally Sold Drugs To Patients
31 Oct 2024
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita has ensured an Evansville addiction counselor who illegally dealt drugs to his patients will no longer be licensed in Indiana to provide counseling.
Following an administrative complaint by Attorney General Rokita’s office, the Indiana Behavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board voted to ...
Investigation: Is Seymour A Sanctuary City?
28 Oct 2024
Amid ongoing concerns from community members and elected officials, Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita has issued civil investigative demands (CID) to the Seymour and South Bend police departments seeking information on whether their immigration policies comply with state law.
“We are working to ensure units of local government are ...
Duke Energy Supports Fellow First Responder Agencies with Grants For Emergency Preparedness
24 Oct 2024
Duke Energy supports fellow first responder agencies with grants for emergency preparedness
Emergency management agencies in Clark, Crawford, Decatur, Fayette, Floyd, Franklin, Harrison, Jackson, Jefferson, Rush, Scott, Switzerland and Washington counties among those statewide receiving support
INDIANAPOLIS – First responders statewide, ...
Indiana Hospitals Conserving Resources Amid National IV Fluid Shortage
21 Oct 2024
Emergency care and urgent surgeries remain unaffected;Some non-emergent procedures may be rescheduled to preserve supplies
Oct. 21, 2024 (INDIANAPOLIS) — Indiana hospitals are closely monitoring the ongoing national shortage of IV fluids that has impacted hospitals and health care providers across the country. While hospitals ...
State Officials Seek Verification That Indiana Voters Are U.S. citizens
17 Oct 2024
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita and Secretary of State Diego Morales are asking the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to verify the citizenship status of voters who registered in Indiana without providing state-issued forms of identification.
“Hoosiers deserve to know that only eligible voters are partici ...
Social Security Announces 2.5 Percent Benefit Increase for 2025
14 Oct 2024
Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments for more than 72.5 million Americans will increase 2.5 percent in 2025, the Social Security Administration announced today. On average, Social Security retirement benefits will increase by about $50 per month starting in January.
Over the last decade the COLA ...
Need Donations For Relief Efforts
10 Oct 2024
By Jerry Curry, Staff Writer
Elite Cleaning LLC Of Sellersburg has organized two semi-trucks for relief efforts in tornado-stricken states. The trucks are furnished by Steve Riley, owner of AKKT Trucking in Deputy. One truck will go to Florida and one to North Carolina.
Donations needed are new clothing linens (underwear, socks, bras etc. ...
Compose Your Way To $10K In Indiana For Jingle Submissions
09 Oct 2024
Compose your way to $10k IN Indiana. The Indiana Destination Development Foundation (IDDF) and Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch invite musicians to capture the fun and excitement of our state in the form of a musical jingle and win $10,000.
"Indiana is a state full of creativity, and we are thrilled to invite musicians to sh ...
Statistics And Highlights Of Indiana Supreme Court Work Available Online
08 Oct 2024
The Indiana Supreme Court annual report is available online. Chief Justice Loretta Rush will speak to media about the report on Tuesday, October 15 at 1:00 p.m. (Eastern) in the Supreme Court conference room (State House Room 319). Press interested in attending should RSVP to Sarah.Kidwell@courts.in.gov.
The 60+ page Supreme Court annual report pr ...
Red Cross: People Affected By Hurricane Helene Need Urgent Help Now
07 Oct 2024
The American Red Cross Kentucky Region is issuing an appeal for financial donations, blood donations, and for volunteers who are willing to travel this fall to support emergency shelters for major national disaster relief efforts.
Ways people can help:
DONATE FINANCIALLY: Financial donations are the quickest and faste ...
"Rocky Horror Picture Show" At Bloomington Oct. 26
07 Oct 2024
Let’s do the Time Warp AGAIN!
Constellation Stage & Screen continues The Rocky Horror Picture Show tradition with its 19th annual interactive screening on Saturday, Oct. 26, at 7 p.m. and 11 p.m. at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater. The theatre is located at 114 E. Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington.
Ticket prices will increase b ...
NFIB Awards Senator Young Guardian Of Small Business Award
04 Oct 2024
WASHINGTON – The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) recently awarded U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) its most prestigious legislative recognition, the NFIB Guardian of Small Business Award.
“I am honored to receive the Guardian of Small Business Award from NFIB for my efforts to promote and support Hoosier small businesses. As the ...
Major From ISP Headquarters Retires
27 Sep 2024
(Indianapolis, IN)-Major Nila Miller-Cronk has announced her retirement from the Indiana State Police following a law enforcement career which has spanned the last 38 years.
Major Miller-Cronk, a native of Spiceland, Indiana is a 1977 graduate of Tri Jr. Sr. High School in Straughn, IN. She began her law enforcement career as an Advisor for the He ...
Arts Commission Additions To Indiana’s Digital Poetry Archive
26 Sep 2024
The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC), in partnership with the Indiana State Library, announced today that the works of 28 poets have been added to the State of Indiana's poetry archive, INverse.
View the poets that are now in the archive.
“Celebrating and preserving the work of Indiana poets is a very worthy project and the In ...
Richard Goodall, Indiana's Singing Janitor, Wins AGT
26 Sep 2024
By Jerry Curry, Staff Writer
Sometimes a real hidden talent is discovered on America’s Got Talent. So was the case of Richard Goodall.
Goodall, 55 years old, is a janitor in the Vigo County school system in Indiana, and would sing as he worked. He has been a janitor for 23 years.
The middle school students where he worked noticed ...
Indiana is Second Most Expensive State for Dental Exams Nationwide
24 Sep 2024
Indiana is second most expensive state for dental exams nationwide
Indiana is the second most expensive state for dental exams, with an average exam costing $247.
New Hampshire is the most affordable state for dental exams, with an average exam costing $153.
The study analyzed the cost of an average routine dental exam that includes a dental c ...
State Agencies To Bring Traffic Safety Event To Indianapolis
23 Sep 2024
The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) invites the public to a comprehensive traffic safety event at the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Traffic Safety Day will take place on Saturday, September 28th, from 9 A.M. to 4 P.M. This free event is designed to educate and empower drivers of all ages, offering a variety of int ...
Porktober Returns!
23 Sep 2024
Indulge in Indiana's iconic breaded pork tenderloin sandwich as 'Porktober' returns for its fourth year. Diners can celebrate by visiting locally-owned restaurants on the Tenderloin Lovers Trail™. The trail can be found on the Indiana Culinary Trails Passport, launched by Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch, the Indian ...
Public Testing Of Voting Machines: Success
20 Sep 2024
By Nathaniel Smith, Editor
On Thursday, September 19th, a group of community members and local candidates gathered at the office of the Clerk of Courts to witness the public testing of voting machines that will be used to determine the outcome of the 2024 elections. For decades, voting machines have made elections all across the world easier and m ...
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