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Election 2026: Indiana’s Sixth Congressional District Race

Sunday, October 11, 2026

INDIANAPOLIS -- For Indiana's sixth district, voters will once again decide between two familiar names on who will represent them in the U.S. House of Representatives - the same matchup that voters decided between in 2024. Read below to learn more about Democratic candidate Cinde Wirth and Republican candidate U.S. Rep. Jefferson Shreve, R-Ind. District [...]

Braun: Nucor Corporation to expand manufacturing operations in Crawfordsville

Thursday, October 8, 2026

INDIANAPOLIS -- Nucor Corporation will soon expand its towers and structures manufacturing operations to Crawfordsville. According to a news release from the office of Indiana Gov. Mike Braun, the company is expected to create up to 100 new jobs in Crawfordsville by the end of 2029. Braun's office called the Nucor Corporation the "largest U.S.-based [...]

IN-3: Five questions for Stutzman, Thompson

Tuesday, October 6, 2026

With early voting in Indiana starting Tuesday, WANE 15 invited the two Congressional candidates to answer questions on a variety of topics so voters could compare the responses.

Trump signs order extending tax-free use of red-dyed diesel during midterm stop in Nebraska

Tuesday, October 6, 2026

GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (AP) — President Donald Trump on Monday took his Republican midterm rescue mission to Nebraska, where he signed an executive order to ease limits on the tax-free use of red-dyed diesel, a decision he said would save “millions” for farmers and drive down the cost of all goods with just four weeks [...]

Should suspects charged with crimes other than murder be held without bond? Indiana voters will soon decide

Tuesday, October 6, 2026

INDIANAPOLIS — As polling places prepare to open this week, Indiana voters will notice a question on their ballot asking them whether to approve a constitutional amendment surrounding bail reform. Specifically, the question asks whether "a person charged with an offense other than murder or treason” should be denied bail if the state can prove [...]

Election 2026: Indiana’s Fifth Congressional District Race

Sunday, October 4, 2026

INDIANAPOLIS -- Indiana's fifth district seat in the U.S. House of Representatives might be the most-watched race in this year's general election. This year, an incumbent Republican who has been in the seat since 2021 is facing off against a new opponent, a Democrat who was an Indiana State Senator for District 29. Read about [...]

Indiana Independent Public Media

Giraffes Use Nurseries, Too

Friday, October 16, 2026

Humans aren't the only ones to send their kids to daycare. Turns out giraffes do the same thing!

Extreme Heat Causes Railroads to Bend

Thursday, October 15, 2026

How does heat impact our world? In extreme conditions, even railroad tracks can be impacted.

Giant Pandas and Bamboo

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Pandas are known for essentially just eating bamboo, but was their diet always so selective?

Virtual Reality and Yawning

Tuesday, October 13, 2026

There’s a big gap between how we act in virtual reality and how we act in real life, as scientists who did an experiment focused on yawning found out.

2026 Voter Guide: Indiana's 6th Congressional District

Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Southeast Indiana voters in the state's 6th Congressional District will choose between two candidates this November to represent them nationally.

Indiana prepares for Ohio State after ‘gut-check’ win at Nebraska

Monday, October 12, 2026

Curt Cignetti and Indiana look to build on a comeback win at Nebraska as the undefeated Hoosiers prepare for a top-five showdown with Ohio State.

Indiana Business News

Indiana Orthopedic Institute expanding in Terre Haute

Tuesday, October 13, 2026

The health care provider said the new building will feature 14 exam rooms and on-site imaging services when it opens in January 2027. The company did not disclose its financial investment in the newly renovated space.

The post Indiana Orthopedic Institute expanding in Terre Haute appeared first on Inside INdiana Business.

Lilly seeks to provide $19.3M to Lebanon for expanded hazmat services

Monday, October 12, 2026

Eli Lilly and Co. is proposing to provide up to $19.3 million over 10 years to the city of Lebanon to expand the Lebanon Fire Department’s ability to respond to hazardous materials emergencies, according to documents filed with the city.

The post Lilly seeks to provide $19.3M to Lebanon for expanded hazmat services appeared first on Inside INdiana Business.

Private Academic Library Network of Indiana names new leader

Monday, October 12, 2026

The Private Academic Library Network of Indiana has promoted Associate Director Noah Brubaker to the top leadership post of the nonprofit consortium. Brubaker, who began serving as executive director Oct. 1, has been with the library network since 2014.

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Indiana American Water completes Gary water main project

Monday, October 12, 2026

The $24.5 million project in Gary saw the installation of about 10,000 feet of water mains that replaced more than 70-year-old mains that had seen frequent breaks and service disruptions.

The post Indiana American Water completes Gary water main project appeared first on Inside INdiana Business.

Albertsons seeks more than $9B over busted Kroger deal

Monday, October 12, 2026

Lawyers for Albertsons made the demand Monday in Delaware Chancery Court, where a two-week trial is slated later this month in a legal fight over who is to blame for the failure of the $24.6 billion deal.

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Town of Culver water meter change hits snag

Tuesday, October 13, 2026

CULVER — Bob Porter, Utility Superintendent of the Town of Culver, came before the Council for guidance on the town's current changeover of water meters.

Motorcyclist injured

Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Driving while suspended

Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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