Who & What: Daily News Podcast
Monday through Friday
WHO & WHAT is WBOI’s daily news podcast of the news that matters most. Released every weekday, it is a short, clear, and reliable update on the news and culture happening in northeast Indiana.
Each episode mixes local and statewide news, helping Hoosiers stay informed and connected to their community without the noise. And with, “What to Know” you get what you need to know in a way that’s easy for you to know it. Every Monday, WHO & WHAT features a rundown of community events with The Local’s Kara Hackett.
Accessible, modern, and community-focused, WHO & WHAT strengthens local connection through journalism that fits into real life.
Latest Episodes
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Two Marion County judges face misconduct allegations. Two Indiana coal burning power plants remain open, but a federal appeals court ruling could change that. Laporte County Sheriff’s Office opposes plea deal for man accused of shooting a deputy.
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Regulators are being urged to investigate NIPSCO’s storm response after outages left thousands in Northwest Indiana without power. The Department of Defense plans to install Indiana’s first nuclear micro‑reactor near Crane, IN. Indiana is budgeting for infrastructure as the Bears weigh a move to Hammond.
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New Indiana loan program aims to fast track storm recovery. Indiana Supreme Court declares winner in contentious Republican primary race. TSA will now allow eligible TSA PreCheck members without tickets to pass through security and enter gate areas of airports.
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Fort Wayne City Council sends $1 million in Legacy funding to southside housing development. Indiana officials say they had no prior notice of increased ICE activity. The ISP applies for nearly $30M dollars in federal funding for surveillance tech.
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Fort Wayne City Councilman Russ Jehl withdraws request for a data center task force. Over one thousand homes severely damaged or destroyed during storms and floods last month, according to damage assessments by the Red Cross. West Nile virus found in dozens of Indiana counties.
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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.
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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.
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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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The University of Saint Francis announces a new full-tuition scholarship for low-income students in Indiana. Attorney General Todd Rokita warns scammers taking advantage of state disaster. IURC votes to reconsider the rate increase for AES Indiana.
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Fort Wayne's proposed Anchor Resource Center fails in council vote. The FWPD announce the opening of a city Engage portal to gather opinions about the department. Indiana health officials announce the end of hospital diversion for emergency services.