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Family members of a U.S. aid worker purportedly beheaded by Islamic State group militants say they are aware of reports regarding the death of their "treasured son" but are awaiting government authentication.

Protected property in Johnson County is set to open to the public in mid November.

In statements released Sunday, local leaders offered prayers of support for the family of 26-year-old Abdul-Rahman Kassig, a Hoosier native and aid worker whose death at the hands of the Islamic State group was confirmed by the White House earlier in the day.

"We are heartbroken to learn that our son, Abdul-Rahman Peter Kassig, has lost his life as a result of his love for the Syrian people and his desire to ease their suffering. Our heart also goes out to the families of the Syrians who lost their lives, along with our son," Ed and Paula Kassig said in a statement released Sunday afternoon.

The U.S. government confirmed the authenticity of a video released Sunday showing the murder of Abdul-Rahman Kassig, formerly known as Peter. Family and friends say the 26-year-old felt compelled to serve others, regardless of the risk.

More than a dozen vehicles were involved in a chain-reaction crash on an icy Interstate 74, shutting down the highway near Indianapolis.

The panel is tracking eight schools in Evansville, Gary and Indianapolis that the state assumed control of in recent years due to low student test scores and other factors.

The annual Grand National Championships is a chance for high school band members to compete, perform and broaden their educational experience.

Bantz, 65, joined IUPUI as chancellor and IU vice president for long-range planning in 2003 and was named IU executive vice president in 2006.

The leaders of all four legislative caucuses say they will work together to produce an ethics reform package in the upcoming session, an issue they say rises above political party lines.