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Supreme Court restores Trump's mass voter verification system

Supreme Court restores Trump's mass voter verification system

By John Kruzel WASHINGTON, Sept 25 (Reuters) - The U.S. Supreme Court revived on Friday an expanded immigration database that President Donald Trump's administration said aims to combat voting by noncitizens but critics contend could disenfranchise eligible voters.

Demolition Begins on Flood-Damaged Hazel Dell Parkway Bridge in Carmel, Indiana

Demolition Begins on Flood-Damaged Hazel Dell Parkway Bridge in Carmel, Indiana

Demolition work is set to commence on Monday for the Hazel Dell Parkway bridge in Carmel, Indiana, located just south of 106th Street. This action marks the initial phase of replacing the structure, which was destroyed by historic flooding in mid-August. Milestone Contractors will begin moving equipment to the site on Friday, with crews scheduled to work 10-hour shifts, six days a week. The contract stipulates that the demolition must be completed by October 30. Hamilton County Highway Director Brad Davis stated that the work involves not only removing the bridge but also restoring the slopes along the banks to enhance stability and safety. This preparatory work aims to save time once construction on the new bridge begins. Representatives from Hamilton County, Carmel city government, Carmel Utilities, Martin Marietta, and Milestone Contractors convened at the bridge on Thursday for a planning meeting to coordinate the demolition efforts. The bridge, originally built in 1998, requires complete replacement a...

Cincinnati Enquirer

Where you can (and can't) pick your own apples in Cincinnati

Where you can (and can't) pick your own apples in Cincinnati

The Enquirer created an up-to-date list of which apple orchards are still offering u-pick apples in Greater Cincinnati and Ohio.

U.S. Department of Energy Invests in Indiana Power Line Project to Save Hoosiers Millions

U.S. Department of Energy Invests in Indiana Power Line Project to Save Hoosiers Millions

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced significant investments to enhance electric grid reliability, including a specific project in Indiana. This initiative is projected to save Hoosiers millions of dollars annually. The DOE is allocating $1.9 billion and launching a $3.35 billion cost-share program to support 31 projects across 26 states. One key project focuses on improving the connection, or 'seam,' between Indiana's two regional grid operators: Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) and PJM Interconnection. The DOE is investing $175 million in the Indiana project, with an additional $350 million contributed by private partners. This project aims to reduce congestion costs and is expected to generate annual benefits ranging from $50 million to $150 million for ratepayers. The nationwide effort, named SPARK (Speed to Power through Accelerated Reconductoring and other Key Advanced Transmission Technology Upgrades), will involve rebuilding over 1,500 miles of transmission lines and deployi...

Amazon to Invest $100 Million in New Robotics Manufacturing Plant in Indiana

Amazon to Invest $100 Million in New Robotics Manufacturing Plant in Indiana

Amazon to Invest $100 Million in New Robotics Manufacturing Plant in Indiana

Cincinnati Enquirer

Cincinnati restaurant inspections reveal new violations

Cincinnati restaurant inspections reveal new violations

To help you and your family make the best decisions, we collect restaurant inspections from health departments and post them in a searchable database.

Strawtown Koteewi Park Launches New Nature Journal Club in Hamilton County

Strawtown Koteewi Park Launches New Nature Journal Club in Hamilton County

Strawtown Koteewi Park Launches New Nature Journal Club in Hamilton County

Indiana FSSA Grapples with Defining Medical Frailty for Medicaid Work Requirements

Indiana FSSA Grapples with Defining Medical Frailty for Medicaid Work Requirements

The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) is still working to define who will qualify for a medical frailty exemption from the state's Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP) work requirements, set to take effect in January. Thousands of low-income Hoosiers insured through HIP, a Medicaid plan for able-bodied adults aged 19-64, will need to demonstrate 80 hours of work, volunteering, or schooling per month to maintain coverage. The federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is redefining medical frailty, narrowing the definition to conditions that significantly impair a person's ability to meet work requirements. This change has created confusion among social workers, non-profit groups, and medical providers who attended a recent town hall hosted by FSSA. Sunshine Beam, director of the Division of Family Resources at Indiana FSSA, stated that someone considered medically frail today might not be under the new guidelines, and the agency is still collaborating with CMS to finalize the exc...

Indiana Grapples with Defining 'Medical Frailty' Amidst New Medicaid Work Requirements

Indiana Grapples with Defining 'Medical Frailty' Amidst New Medicaid Work Requirements

Indiana is facing challenges in defining 'medical frailty' as new work requirements for its Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP), a Medicaid program, are set to take effect in January. Thousands of low-income Hoosiers, aged 19-64, who are insured through HIP, will be required to demonstrate 80 hours of work, volunteering, or schooling per month for three months prior to their application or redetermination to maintain coverage. An alternative is earning at least $580 monthly. While exceptions exist for those deemed medically frail, the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is redefining this term, creating uncertainty for the state. Sunshine Beam, director of the Division of Family Resources at Indiana FSSA, noted that individuals currently considered medically frail might not qualify under the new definition. An interim final rule from CMS narrows the definition to conditions significantly impairing the ability to meet work requirements, leaving states to determine specific qualifying conditions....

The Columbus Dispatch

Ohio man faces new federal changes in death of Indiana teen he met online

Ohio man faces new federal changes in death of Indiana teen he met online

A federal grand jury indicted Tyler Thomas, 39, on additional charges in connection with the January death of 17-year-old Hailey Buzbee.

U.S. Representative Erin Houchin Tours Ossium Health's Indianapolis Facility, Highlighting Biotechnology Advancements

U.S. Representative Erin Houchin Tours Ossium Health's Indianapolis Facility, Highlighting Biotechnology Advancements

U.S. Representative Erin Houchin recently visited Ossium Health's Indianapolis production facility. During her visit, she observed the manufacturing operations of the world's first bone marrow bank, which sources bone marrow from deceased organ donors. Representative Houchin commended Ossium Health for its life-saving work and its significant contribution to Indiana's biotechnology sector. She toured the production and laboratory spaces and engaged with the company's leadership and scientific team to understand their efforts in improving treatment outcomes for patients suffering from life-threatening blood and immune diseases. To date, 29 patients have received transplants using Ossium's organ donor-derived bone marrow, with four of these patients located in Indiana. Kevin Caldwell, Ossium's CEO, Co-Founder & President, emphasized the importance of legislative leaders witnessing their work firsthand, as each graft released from the facility provides a life-saving option for patients.

Understanding Indiana's Changing Weather Patterns

Understanding Indiana's Changing Weather Patterns

Indiana is experiencing more extreme weather swings, from heavy rainfall to dry spells. Learn how these changes might affect the region and what steps you can take to adapt.