Anthony Giraldi and Friends lit up Live and Local with originals, classic covers, and funk‑infused instrumentals, keeping audiences dancing as Giraldi’s guitar‑driven storytelling shone throughout the night.

Recovery efforts continue in Northwest Indiana after last week's severe storms. The National Weather Service confirmed the storms produced two tornadoes in the towns of St. John and Munster on Tuesday, Aug. 11.

Indiana officials say the federal money will support emergency response across the state.

"Out of the 2,977 lives that were lost, there’s over 1,000 bodies that were never recovered specifically from Ground Zero in New York," said Scott Nokes of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.

Sen. Chris Garten has received the endorsement of the Senate Republican caucus to head the Senate. The Republican rose to national prominence after his support of redistricting.

Black lawmakers say Gov. Mike Braun overstepped his authority by ending minority contracting preferences without action from the legislature.

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.

A passing summer rain set the stage for an unforgettable evening as the skies cleared just in time for Man of the Flood to take the stage at the second show of season two of WBOI Music Presents: Live & Local at The Landing. Explore photos, watch video highlights, and listen to the band's full performance.