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Senator Lankford and Congressman Brecheen urge EPA to Investigate Environmental Risks of Abortion Drug Mifepristone
CityNewsOKC - Oklahoma
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Washington, D.C. — This month, Oklahoma's senior U.S. Senator James Lankford and Second District Congressman Josh Brecheen urged the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to investigate the environmental and public health risks of the abortion...
The Best Hidden Spot to See Wildlife in Every State
AOL
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It doesn't take a safari or a remote jungle trek to witness wild animals in their natural settings. Across the U.S., lesser-known parks, refuges, and natural spaces offer prime views of native species without the crowds. You can watch elk graze at...
Survey: Cover Crops Dominate Indiana Fields, Protecting Soil and Waterways
18 WJTS - Indiana
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July 9, 2025
Indiana farmers planted an estimated 1.6 million acres of overwinter living covers, according to a recent conservation survey, placing the state among the nation’s leaders in cover crop adoption. Overwintering living covers, which include cover...
Pope Leo prays for conversion of those resisting climate action at new Mass
America Magazine
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July 9, 2025
ROME (CNS) -- “We must pray for the conversion of many people, inside and outside of the church, who still do not recognize the urgency of caring for our common home,” Pope Leo XIV said while celebrating a new formulary of the Mass “for the care...
Pope prays for conversion of those resisting climate action at new Mass
Southern Cross - California
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July 9, 2025
By Justin McLellan ROME — “We must pray for the conversion of many people, inside and outside of the church, who still do not recognize the urgency of caring for our common home,” Pope Leo XIV said while celebrating a new formulary of the Mass...
Good Morning: Jasper-Pulaski Fish & Wildlife Area shooting range re-opens with upgrades
The Herald Bulletin - Indiana
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The Indiana Department of Natural Resources has reopened the upgraded shooting range at Jasper-Pulaski Fish & Wildlife Area in northwestern Indiana. The number of shooting positions has increased from 33 to 39, while the range’s footprint has...
Indiana Duke Energy workers could soon go on strike
WHAS 11 - Kentucky
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July 7, 2025
The company and union have gone back and forth on negotiations since January. INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Duke Energy employees could soon go on strike if the company and union representing its workforce cannot agree to a new contract. According to...
July 8 - Indiana Public Broadcasting statewide reporting team eliminated
Greater Fort Wayne Business Weekly - Indiana
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Indiana Public Broadcasting Stations will be eliminating its entire statewide team of reporters and editors at the end of the year after the Indiana General Assembly defunded the organization. “This is an incredibly difficult decision, but with...
'Dads to doulas' program expands to Indiana to address Black infant, maternal mortality rates
WBAA Public Radio - Indiana
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July 8, 2025
Both in Indiana and nationally, Black infants and pregnant people continue to die at the highest rate. A community organization is expanding a program to Indiana meant to address those significant health disparities. Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield...
Rep. Errington pushes for a sustainable and safer approach to lithium battery waste
The Statehouse File - Indiana
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In cities like Fort Wayne and Muncie, improperly disposed lithium batteries have sparked fires in garbage trucks and solid waste facilities. This has inspired Rep. Sue Errington to enter the “research phase” of authoring legislation that focuses...
Environmental groups call for public input on Indiana's environmental regulations
WRTV - Indiana
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June 30, 2025
INDIANAPOLIS — Environmental groups in Indiana are urging residents to voice their opinions regarding the state's environmental regulations, specifically expressing concerns about the protections for the White River, a vital natural resource. WRTV...
Universal School Vouchers Approved in Indiana
WIBC 93.1 FM - Indiana
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July 8, 2025
Source: (Photo: Eric Berman/WIBC) INDIANAPOLIS — Starting in the 2026–27 school year, Indiana’s school voucher program will become universal, meaning most families—regardless of income—will qualify for help paying private school tuition....
Indianapolis mayor, IMPD pledge changes after overnight juvenile violence
WISH 8 - Indiana
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July 5, 2025
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Following a fatal mass shooting that killed two teens, Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett and Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department Chief Chris Bailey pledged they will make changes to prevent youth violence. Indianapolis...
Governor Bruan identifies environmental regulations to be revisited or rescinded
The Liberty Herald - Indiana
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July 7, 2025
INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Mike Braun and the Indiana Department of Environmental Management released a report identifying regulations to be changed or rescinded to “support business development, job creation, and economic growth, while also striving...
Youth gun access sparks concern following mass shooting in downtown Indianapolis
WRTV - Indiana
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July 7, 2025
INDIANAPOLIS — Access to firearms for children remains a pressing issue, highlighted by the recent mass shooting in downtown Indianapolis that left two teenagers dead and five others injured, all under the age of 21. Four teens, aged 13, 15, 16,...
MIT researchers studying impact of generative AI on environment
CBS 4 Boston - Massachusetts
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July 7, 2025 / 7:49 PM EDT / CBS Boston MIT researchers studying impacts of generative AI MIT researchers studying impacts of generative AI 02:43 We can create just about anything in a matter of seconds thanks to generative AI. It's fun to...
Dallas Wings Move Rematch with Indiana Fever to American Airlines Center After Historic Showing in June
Yardbarker
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July 7, 2025
Less than two weeks after making WNBA history before a sold-out crowd, the Dallas Wings are heading back to American Airlines Center. The team announced Monday that its August 1 home matchup with the Indiana Fever has been officially moved from...
Where to See Black Squirrels: Your Ultimate Wildlife Guide
WGBF - Indiana
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July 7, 2025
Have you ever caught a glimpse of a black squirrel darting across the lawn or playing in the trees? During a recent vacation to Northern Michigan, I was surprised to see them everywhere, chasing each other and nibbling on acorns with their...
Building Community 2025 to Host Discussion on Pollution’s Effects on Infant Mortality and Child Development
18 WJTS - Indiana
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July 7, 2025
Building Community 2025 is hosting its fourth teach-in event titled How Does Pollution Harm Children? on Thursday, July 24, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. ET at St. Benedict’s Brew Works in Ferdinand. The session will be facilitated by Dr. Norma Kreilein,...
Indiana DNR: Owen County man sought for theft and illegal harvest of ginseng
WISH 8 - Indiana
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July 4, 2025
SPENCER, Ind. (WISH) — Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) conservation officers are seeking help in locating a Spencer man who is sought on preliminary charges of theft and illegal harvest of ginseng. Conservation officers were...