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IN State Senator Andy Zay Leaves Legislature for Utility Commission Role
(FORT WAYNE) - A longtime Indiana lawmaker is stepping away from the State Senate for a new role in state government.Republican State Senator Andy Zay has confirmed he is resigning his seat representing District 17 to join the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission.Zay says his background makes hi...
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Michigan Rolls Out New Red, White, and Blue Legacy Plate
(LANSING) - Michigan drivers will soon have a new patriotic option for their vehicles. A red, white, and blue semiquincentennial license plate--marking the nation's upcoming 250th anniversary--goes on sale January 2. The design is inspired by the state's 1976 bicentennial plate and features updat...
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New Bills Target AI Chatbot Threats to Children
(WASHINGTON D.C.) - New bipartisan legislation aimed at protecting children online is moving forward in Congress.Congresswoman Erin Houchin announced that three online safety bills have cleared a key House subcommittee, advancing efforts to strengthen protections for minors on digital platforms. ...
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Staged Kidnapping Ends in Arrest
(MOTTVILLE TOWNSHIP, MI) - An Indiana man is in jail after deputies say he staged his own kidnapping and assault.The St. Joseph County Sheriff's Office arrested the 35-year-old Thursday in Mottville Township. Investigators say the man faked the incident in an attempt to contact someone who has a ...
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"Coldwater Cracks Down on Overnight Parking"
(COLDWATER) - The Coldwater City Council is reminding residents that overnight street parking is not allowed anywhere in the city.City Manager Keith Baker says vehicles may not be parked on city streets between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. The rule helps city crews clear leaves and snow and keep streets sa...
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Off-Duty Deputy Helps Crack Vehicle Theft Case
(FREMONT) - An off-duty Steuben County sheriff's deputy helped lead investigators to a vehicle theft arrest last fall.According to kpcnews.com, the deputy was pumping gas at a Fremont station when he noticed a GMC Acadia he recognized -- but the driver didn't match the vehicle's owners. After con...
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Sen. Liz Brown Resigns GOP Leadership Post After Redistricting Vote
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Indiana State Senator Liz Brown of Fort Wayne has resigned from her leadership role in the Senate Republican Caucus.Brown announced she is stepping down as Assistant Majority Floor Leader, effective immediately -- just one day after a controversial redistricting bill failed in th...
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DNA Breakthrough Cracks 17-Year Rape Cold Case
(FORT WAYNE) - A 17-year-old cold case has been solved in Fort Wayne, leading to an arrest on multiple rape charges.Police say Brad Battershell was taken into custody Friday after DNA evidence linked him to a rape that occurred in 2008. At the time, investigators were unable to identify a suspect...
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Auburn Police Sound Alarm on Rising Scams
(AUBURN) - Auburn police are warning residents about a surge in scams targeting the community.Officers say scammers are using phone calls, text messages, emails, and social media, often pretending to be government agencies, banks, delivery services, or even family members. Their goal is to steal...
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Quincy's Outdoor Ice Rink Opens for Winter Fun
(QUINCY) - Grab your skates -- Quincy's outdoor ice skating rink is officially open for the season.Village officials say the rink at Village Park, next to the bathrooms, is ready for public use after the street department completed seasonal preparations. The rink is free to the public and open, w...
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