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Gov. Mike Braun is extending his suspension of both the state’s gas usage and excise tax for another 30 days until Oct. 6.
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Who & What: September 8, 2026
A Michigan City police officer resigns over unauthorized Flock camera searches investigation. Sheriff sues state after hundreds sit in Marion County jail waiting for prison transfer. A woman allegedly made false child welfare complaint against former South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg.
Who & What: September 7, 2026
As we head into the long weekend, we wish you a safe and happy Labor Day holiday. Who & What will be back Tuesday September 8th with more local and statewide stories from across Indiana.
Who & What: September 4, 2026
The Fort Wayne Philharmonic announces a new four-year collective bargaining agreement with Fort Wayne Musicians Association. Reports of ICE surge in Indianapolis prompt congressional inquiry. Indiana gas tax suspension extended for another 30 days.
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FWPD Chief P.J. Smith announced Monday that the department will not pursue smaller contracts after the city council voted to cancel its contract with FLOCK. He also said the 36 cameras are now offline and will be removed soon. -
The group will be performing Friday, Aug. 28, 2026 at WBOI Music Presents: Live and Local at the Landing. They describe their sound as "a mix of The Cure and Janet Jackson." -
Everything seems to be coming up bluegrass, including the Northern Indiana Bluegrass Associations 50th Anniversary celebration at the Tri-State Labor Day Bluegrass Festival in Kendallville.
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Thirty-four counties have tested positive for West Nile virus. State and local officials are advising residents to take precautions against the spread of the disease. -
Employer health insurance costs are expected to spike next year. Federal officials are pointing to an Indiana business offering alternative health insurance to keep costs down. -
The Marion County Sheriff's Office is suing the Indiana Department of Correction to force faster prison transfers after the number of sentenced people stuck in the county jail topped 258.
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This spring and summer, WBOI is showcasing five local artists from Northeast Indiana in a series of interviews and during Morning Edition, All Things Considered, and here on WBOI.org. Meet Takorei Moore, WBOI’s Amplify All for August. -
From teaching himself guitar as a kid to producing music from his home studio, Anthony Giraldi has spent a lifetime honing his craft. WBOI’s Brianna Barrow spoke with the Fort Wayne musician about his creative process, the local music scene, and what's next for him. -
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