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Braun Signs New Utility Affordability Law

(INDIANAPOLIS) - Indiana Governor Mike Braun hosted a ceremonial signing on Monday for House Enrolled Act 1002. The new law is aimed at reining in Indiana's utility costs and tying future rate increases to utility performance benchmarks. The new law changes how electric u...

New Child Passenger Laws In Effect In Michigan

(LANSING) - New child passenger safety laws officially took effect April 1 in Michigan. It is hoped that they will protect kids that are involved in vehicle crashes, which is the leading cause of death for young children. The new laws require strict adherence to manufacturer weight and height...

Suspect Arrested For Assaulting A Man

(KINDERHOOK TOWNSHIP) - A suspect has been arrested following an assault in Kinderhook Township. Branch County Sheriff Fred Blankenship says at 12:30 AM Monday, deputies responded to the 300 block of Southern Road for a reported assault. During the investigation, deputies determi...

(CENTREVILLE) - A new program has been created to support and bring awareness to a segment of society that is often overlooked.The St. Joseph County Sheriff's Office is starting an Autism Awareness Program. The fund aims to raise support and awareness for individuals and families affected by auti...

NIPSCO Customers Protected From Shut Offs Through May 15

(MERRILLVILLE) - NIPSCO officials announced that residential customers will be protected from service shut offs until May 15. The company is continuing its commitment to supporting customers dealing with rising everyday costs. NIPSCO President and Chief Operating Officer ...

Kendallville Man Killed In Crash

(GARRETT) - A Kendallville man was killed in a one vehicle crash.The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office says 25 year old Tristan Boyles was driving east in the 500 block of County Road 52 at 7 AM Sunday when he drove off the southbound side of the road and struck a utility pole. The vehicle rolled on...

Sanitary Sewer Overflow Reported In Constantine

(CONSTANTINE) - The Village of Constantine experienced a Sanitary Sewer Overflow at its wastewater treatment facility on Friday. Village officials say the overflow was first observed at approximately 4 PM Friday and stopped at approximately 4:20 PM. The event appears to be associ...

NIPSCO Customers Push Back On Rising Bills

(GOSHEN) - Frustration over rising NIPSCO utility bills continues to build in Northern Indiana. NIPSCO customers recently sounded off during the latest Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission listening session held in Elkhart County. Dozens of residents told regulators their monthl...

Sturgis Starts Spring Leaf And Brush Pickup April 6

(STURGIS) - The City of Sturgis will start their spring brush and leaf pickup schedule on April 6. Department of Public Service crews will start on the north side of the City and work their way south. Weather conditions and varying amounts of brush make it difficult to adhere to ...

CHA’s Environmental Health Services Returning To Three Rivers

(COLDWATER) - The Branch-Hillsdale-St. Joseph Community Health Agency is moving one of their services back to Three Rivers. The CHA will move their Environmental Health Service Department to a new temporary location, starting April 7. The new location is 255 North U.S. 131 Three ...