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Microschools offer multiage learning environments that focus on personalized, often less-regulated instruction. Popularity grew during the pandemic when families sought learning alternatives in online, hybrid and pod options; an estimated 750,000 to 2 million students now attend the schools.
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Who & What: March 3, 2026
Amid data center controversy, Indiana lawmakers take little action. Hoosiers should expect gas prices to go up as fighting in the Persian Gulf continues. ACLU files two federal suits over Ball State protest rules.
Who & What: March 2, 2026
Indiana representatives react to airstrikes against Iran. Voters will have say on Fort Wayne-area casino under plan backed by lawmakers. 2026 session wrap: Did Indiana lawmakers deliver on affordability?
Who & What: February 27, 2026
Trump-aligned immigration bill would mandate cities and schools cooperate with ICE. Lawmakers approve new missing child alert after Hailey Buzbee's death. Bill tightens rules tied to homelessness and substance abuse.
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Believe in a Dream has been inspiring young adults to dream big, believe in themselves and not be afraid to take risks since its launch in 2010. -
Lack of local voter referendum on allowing casino draws objections as bill advances. -
The transit company's officials say the adjustments to routes will help sustain the service for the long term. -
He cited trouble organizing a campaign ahead of the May 5 primary for the District 19 seat in northeastern Indiana covering all of Adams, Blackford, Jay and Wells counties and part of Allen County. -
Indiana's Senate Bill 76, a sweeping measure to align local law enforcement and public institutions with federal immigration enforcement, remains poised for final approval despite a delay in the Senate on Thursday.
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As data center development continues across Indiana — drawing economic praise but growing concern over energy and land use — lawmakers advanced little legislation in the 2026 session to regulate the tech sector. -
Indiana lawmakers concluded the 2026 legislative session Friday. Deregulatory bills and legislation to entice the Chicago Bears to move across state lines passed. Democrats say efforts to improve affordability fell short. -
Indiana lawmakers have approved sweeping new restrictions on children’s access to social media and cell phones.
WBOI News explores data centers and their potential impacts on northeast Indiana.
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