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Meteor Likely Behind Loud Boom Heard Across NE Ohio
(NORTHEAST OHIO) - A loud boom reported across northeast Ohio Tuesday morning was likely caused by a meteor entering the Earth's atmosphere.The National Weather Service says satellite imagery indicates the sound was the result of a meteor, not an explosion or earthquake.The boom was reported arou...
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Man Pleads Guilty in Crash That Killed 93-Year-Old
(FORT WAYNE) - A man involved in a police chase that led to a fatal crash has pleaded guilty to multiple felony charges.Court records show 24-year-old Tyler Alberding entered a plea agreement Tuesday tied to a June 2025 pursuit.Alberding pleaded guilty to dealing methamphetamine as a Level 2 felo...
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Cold Case Solved: Police Identify Suspect in 2000 Bank Robbery
(FERDINAND) - Indiana State Police say a 25-year-old bank robbery case has now been solved using DNA evidence.According to WEHT, investigators have identified the suspect responsible for the September 1, 2000 robbery of Holland National Bank in Ferdinand.Police say the armed suspect broke into a ...
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Braun Announces $1 Billion Investment Targeting 100,000 Jobs
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Indiana Governor Mike Braun is announcing a $1 billion investment aimed at creating more than 100,000 jobs in the state's agricultural and life sciences sectors.State officials say the plan centers on $1 billion in tax credits focused on plant, animal and human health industries,...
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NIPSCO Overcharged 3,500 Customers, Delayed Reporting Issue
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Newly unsealed records show NIPSCO overcharged more than 3,500 natural gas customers and did not notify state regulators for nearly a year.According to 21Alive, the utility discovered the billing problem in October 2024 while installing new smart meters. Officials say improperly ...
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SNAP Candy, Sugary Drink Ban Draws Confusion, Frustration
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Indiana's new restrictions on using SNAP benefits for sugary drinks and candy are drawing criticism from both retailers and shoppers, who say the rules are confusing and difficult to follow.According to The Indiana Capital Chronicle, the changes took effect January 1 as part of t...
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Indiana Sees Spike in AI-Generated Child Exploitation Cases
(FORT WAYNE) - Indiana law enforcement is reporting a sharp increase in cases involving AI-generated child sexual abuse material, creating new challenges for investigators.Prosecutors say reports of this type of content surged from about 4,700 cases in 2023 to more than one million in just the fi...
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Utility Profits Rise as Electric Bills Climb, Analysis Finds
(INDIANAPOLIS) - A new analysis shows investor-owned electric utilities are posting higher profits while customers continue to see rising monthly bills.According to Stateline, the Energy and Policy Institute reviewed financial filings from more than 100 utilities and found companies kept about 15...
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Michigan Expands Effort to Train Pre-K Teachers Amid Staffing Shortage
(LANSING) - Michigan is expanding efforts to train more preschool teachers as demand for early childhood education continues to grow statewide.State officials say a workforce development program is being expanded to more counties, aiming to build a pipeline of qualified Pre-K educators while addr...
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Google Plans $500 Million Data Center in Northwest Ohio
(LIMA) - Google has been identified as the company behind a massive $500 million data center project planned for northwest Ohio.The facility is expected to be built on more than 200 acres in American Township near Lima. The project had previously been referenced only by a code name while details ...
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