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Indiana Gov. Mike Braun Keeps Wait-and-See Stance on Redistricting as GOP Lawmakers Deliberate
STATEWIDE–Gov. Mike Braun on Friday again declined to say where he stands on redistricting congressional maps, maintaining that he wants to hear first from Republican leaders in the Indiana General Assembly. “I’ve been very clear on that issue....

Top 25 Largest Cities In Indiana
Indiana is a state of dynamic contrasts, where the sprawling energy of bustling urban centers meets the Southern charm of small-town life.Anchored by a capital with deep historical roots and a host of fast-growing suburbs, the state’s urban...

LIVE: Week 1 Northwest Indiana high school football scoreboard
Crown Point at Pike, 6 p.m. Grand Rapids Catholic (Mich.) at Lake Central, 6 p.m. Hammond Central at TF South, 6 p.m. Bishop Chatard at Hanover Central, 6:30 p.m., jedtv.com Loyola Academy (Ill.) at Merrillville, 6:30 p.m. Michigan City at...

Offense falters in Indiana women’s soccer’s 1-0 loss to Saint Louis
For the first time in the Josh Rife era, the Indiana women’s soccer offense went quiet. After scoring six goals in the season opening win over Youngstown State University on Aug. 14 and tallying 13 shots in their victory over Ball State University...

Labor Day weekend travelers hit the Chicago road, pack airports
CHICAGO (WLS) -- Labor Day weekend travel is in full swing. Triple A is predicting millions of people nationwide will take to the roads or skies to get one last weekend getaway as the summer winds down. "My husband will play golf, but just...

From Dunes to Downtown: Top Hiking & Biking Trails
With scenic trails winding through forests, skirting lakes, and crossing wetlands, LaPorte County offers routes that showcase the best of the outdoors. Whether you’re in the heart of Michigan City, exploring parks in LaPorte, or pedaling along...

Men’s college basketball’s 100 greatest rivalries: No. 75-51, with Kentucky vs. Indiana
Part I of this series (No. 100-76) can be found here 75. Texas vs. Oklahoma While the average fan on both sides of this rivalry would give up 50 basketball losses for one football win over the other, there’s still no love lost between Texas and...

The Best and Worst Counties to Buy Gas in Indiana
Are you in one of the best or worst counties in Indiana to buy gas? It's no secret that gas prices are a little higher now than they have been. In fact, the national average for unleaded gas as of this writing is $3.210, according to AAA....

How to watch 2025 Indianapolis Colts: Schedule, streaming for AFC South team with QB questions
Transition is taking hold in Indianapolis. Former New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones was named as the Colts’ starter, moving 2023 No. 4 pick Anthony Richardson down the depth chart. Understandably, there are questions regarding Richardson’s...

SHANE BROWN: The plans have been planned for my middle-aged vacation
By the time you read this, I'll already be back home — which is both comforting and a bit terrifying. Comforting because it means I actually successfully managed to leave town for a couple days of R&R (a rarity in my world). Terrifying because...

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Indiana County in week ending Aug. 23
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Indiana County selling...

Indiana ranks 24th safest state for Labor Day weekend driving
INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana ranks as the 24th safest state to drive during Labor Day weekend, according to a new study that analyzed driving safety across all 50 states and Washington, D.C. Labor Day is the second deadliest weekend to drive in America,...

Indiana Reports 5.4 Percentage Point Drop in Alcohol Use Since 2013 Peak
Alcohol consumption in the United States has shifted noticeably in recent years, with a growing share of adults choosing to drink less—or not at all. Public health experts point to a combination of factors driving this trend, including increased...

Wawa Cuts Ribbon to First Travel Center
As we make our way through the second half of 2025, Wawa is transforming its brand through a series of expansions, innovative promotions and unique partnerships. Now, it is entering a new chapter as an operator of travel centers as the retailer...

“$15M for ten weeks” — Caitlin Clark offered whopping Big3 paycheck in a bid to pull Indiana Fever star away from WNBA
Caitlin Clark. Image via: Grace Smith- Imagn Images Caitlin Clark has quickly become one of the most marketable athletes in America, yet even her rising stardom hasn’t stopped competing leagues from trying to lure her away from the WNBA. According...

‘Operation Crazy Train’ exercise brings together first responders across NW Indiana
ARGOS, Ind. -- What may have looked like a real disaster in the small town of Argos Thursday afternoon was actually a large-scale emergency preparedness exercise. The Indiana Department of Homeland Security led a train derailment simulation in...

Wawa’s newly opened North Carolina travel center is the first of 3
Wawa is planning more travel centers in Ohio and Indiana. | Wawa Inc. Convenience-store and fuel retailer Wawa Inc. officially opened its first travel center on Thursday. Located in Hope Mills, North Carolina, in Cumberland County, it is the first...

Nearly 50 Authors Donate Books to Indiana Woman’s Little Free Library
Newburgh Indiana Woman Curates Little Free Library by Reaching Out to New and Upcoming Authors It’s always fun to stumble across a local Facebook group you didn’t know existed. This week, I discovered a Newburgh, Indiana, group that I wasn’t part...

South Bend International Airport To Launch Goodmaps For Travelers
InkFreeNews.com Posted Aug 28, 2025 Updated: Aug 27, 2025 @ 3:33 PM South Bend International Airport has announced the launch of GoodMaps, an interactive digital map and accessible wayfinding service. Photo from South Bend International Airport....

Indiana Republicans go to Washington D.C., critics rebuff redistricting push
From the White House to the Statehouse — with an airport layover — mid-cycle redistricting took center stage Tuesday as dozens of GOP legislators talked with Trump officials about a variety of topics, including the controversial map do-over....