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Lafayette Falls Neighborhood Residents Raise Safety Concerns Over Single Entrance Amid New Home Construction in South Bend

Lafayette Falls Neighborhood Residents Raise Safety Concerns Over Single Entrance Amid New Home Construction in South Bend

Residents of the Lafayette Falls Neighborhood in South Bend, Indiana, are once again expressing significant safety concerns regarding the community's single official entrance and exit. These concerns have intensified as construction proceeds on approximately 115 new homes behind the existing subdivision. This expansion is projected to increase the neighborhood's total to nearly 400 homes, all relying on the same sole access point. Leonard Moretti, a Lafayette Falls resident, highlighted personal experiences where he was unable to access his complex due to traffic congestion at the single entrance. Leaders from the South Bend Fire Department have also weighed in on these safety issues, particularly concerning the ability of first responders to access the neighborhood quickly during emergencies. The subdivision is located within city limits but near a separate fire station operated by Centre Township, necessitating an agreement between the two departments for additional coverage.
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RB Aneyas Williams ready to make long-awaited 1st college start as No. 4 Notre Dame faces Wisconsin

RB Aneyas Williams ready to make long-awaited 1st college start as No. 4 Notre Dame faces Wisconsin

Notre Dame running back Aneyas Williams spent his first two college seasons waiting for a chance to prove himself
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AP Exclusive: Hundreds of thousands of eligible kids are waiting for childcare assistance

AP Exclusive: Hundreds of thousands of eligible kids are waiting for childcare assistance

Childcare costs are straining families
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Indiana Hospitals End Routine Patient Diversion for Overcrowding

Indiana Hospitals End Routine Patient Diversion for Overcrowding

Indiana health officials have announced the cessation of routine hospital diversion for emergency services, a practice where ambulances are redirected to different emergency rooms when a hospital reaches patient capacity. This practice became particularly prevalent during the COVID-19 pandemic. Indiana's State Health Commissioner, Lindsay Weaver, highlighted the risks associated with diversion, including increased travel time for patients and reduced availability of EMS in rural areas. Indiana is now the third state in the nation to end this practice, following Massachusetts in 2009 and Indianapolis hospitals two years prior. The decision was a collaborative effort between various stakeholders in emergency care. While routine diversions based solely on hospital volume will end, diversions will still be permitted in cases of infrastructure problems, such as flooding.
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Indiana Governor Mike Braun to Announce Gas Tax Holiday Extension Amid Energy Emergency

Indiana Governor Mike Braun to Announce Gas Tax Holiday Extension Amid Energy Emergency

Indiana Governor Mike Braun is scheduled to make an affordability announcement today, September 3, 2026, at 11 a.m. ET, concerning the extension of the state's gas tax holiday. This announcement comes as the current suspension of the gas tax is set to expire on Saturday. Governor Braun's office has consistently made similar announcements each time the gas tax holiday has been extended. The decision to potentially prolong the tax relief follows an energy emergency declared by the governor in August, which cited the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and recent Canadian wildfires as contributing factors to energy market instability. These declarations underscore a proactive approach by the governor's administration to address economic pressures on Indiana residents, particularly those related to fuel costs.
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IURC Reconsiders AES Indiana Rate Case Following Google Data Center and BlackRock Acquisition Developments

IURC Reconsiders AES Indiana Rate Case Following Google Data Center and BlackRock Acquisition Developments

IURC Reconsiders AES Indiana Rate Case Following Google Data Center and BlackRock Acquisition Developments
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Pete Buttigieg will speak to Cincinnati unions this weekend

Pete Buttigieg will speak to Cincinnati unions this weekend

Pete Buttigieg is expected to speak at the Cincinnati AFL-CIO Labor Day picnic as he eyes a potential 2028 run.
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Rolls-Royce Completes $1 Billion Investment in Indiana Engine Manufacturing Campus, Bolstering U.S. Defense Production

Rolls-Royce Completes $1 Billion Investment in Indiana Engine Manufacturing Campus, Bolstering U.S. Defense Production

Rolls-Royce Completes $1 Billion Investment in Indiana Engine Manufacturing Campus, Bolstering U.S. Defense Production
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Indiana Governor Mike Braun Advocates for Chicago Bears Relocation to Indiana, Citing Illinois's Legislative Inaction

Indiana Governor Mike Braun Advocates for Chicago Bears Relocation to Indiana, Citing Illinois's Legislative Inaction

Indiana Governor Mike Braun Advocates for Chicago Bears Relocation to Indiana, Citing Illinois's Legislative Inaction
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FEMA Fast-Tracks Recovery Funds for Indiana After Severe Flooding

FEMA Fast-Tracks Recovery Funds for Indiana After Severe Flooding

Indiana is set to receive expedited disaster aid following recent storms and historic flooding, thanks to a new Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) pilot program. FEMA officials, alongside Governor Mike Braun, toured affected areas, including Carmel, Gary, and Connersville, to assess the damage. In Carmel, a major bridge collapse highlighted the severity of the situation. FEMA Administrator Cameron Hamilton explained that the pilot program aims to streamline the distribution of recovery funds, enabling communities to rebuild faster. The federal government has already approved major disaster declarations for 21 counties in Indiana, with damages estimated to exceed $5 billion. This initiative is designed to ensure that federal support is not a bottleneck in the recovery process.
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Cooling Stations Open in Fort Wayne Amid Rising Temperatures

Cooling Stations Open in Fort Wayne Amid Rising Temperatures

The City of Fort Wayne, Indiana, has opened multiple cooling stations to help residents cope with rising temperatures. These stations, organized by the Office of Housing and Neighborhood Services and the Fort Wayne Area Planning Council on Homelessness, are available at various locations, including the Allen County Public Library, Botanical Conservatory, and The Rescue Mission. Operating hours vary by location, with some open daily and others during specific hours when temperatures exceed 90°F (32°C). The initiative aims to provide relief to vulnerable populations, including those without access to air conditioning. The city is also seeking additional partners to expand evening cooling options. Residents can find more information about these resources online or by contacting the city directly. [Source time: 2026-08-31 20:02:06 GMT]
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SK hynix Announces $4 Billion Advanced Packaging Facility in Indiana to Boost U.S. Semiconductor Supply Chain

SK hynix Announces $4 Billion Advanced Packaging Facility in Indiana to Boost U.S. Semiconductor Supply Chain

SK hynix Announces $4 Billion Advanced Packaging Facility in Indiana to Boost U.S. Semiconductor Supply Chain