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Local News / January 21, 2022
Significant increase in peacemakers for violence reduction effort
The city hired 35 new peacekeepers using federal relief money.
Public Affairs / January 21, 2022
Funding for coal miners with black lung disease slashed when Build Back Better failed
When Congress failed to pass the Build Back Better Act before the end of last year, it neglected to extend an excise tax on coal sold in the U.S. — which is the main source of revenue for the Black Lung Disability Trust Fund.
Arts & Culture / January 21, 2022
John Mellencamp reflects on a world estranged on new album 'Strictly a One-Eyed Jack'
Rock & Roll Hall of Famer John Mellencamp returns with his first album of original songs in five years, Strictly a One-Eyed Jack.
Education / January 20, 2022
Indiana enrolls slightly more students with increase in kindergartners after COVID-19 dip
The Indiana Department of Education is reporting a slight uptick in student enrollment this school year, largely because of an increase of early elementary students.
Health / January 21, 2022
Expanded ICU capacity 'new norm' for hospitals navigating two years of COVID-19
It's normal for hospitals to expand intensive care unit capacity, especially during flu seasons. To do so requires health care staff, supplies and space. But hospitals say they've already been running at capacity for the last two years, largely because of the effects of COVID-19.
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