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#Indiana, press freedom, student journalism. Subscribe to your local newspaper. Ball State Photo J grad. Following data center & labor news. Not objective about Purdue Basketball.
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IndianaJournos @indianajournos.bsky.social · Dec 7
I’ve got a good list started of current (or former) #Indiana journalists/writers. Who am I missing? #HoosierSky bsky.app/profile/did:...
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Workers at Volkswagen plant in Tennessee approve UAW contract
Workers at a Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee, on Thursday voted to approve a labor deal with the United Auto Workers union, solidifying the factory's first contract and marking one of the most significant victories of UAW President Shawn Fain's tenure.
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February 20, 2026 at 2:10 AM
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Some of the damage I’m seeing in Bloomington tonight. Fortunately we’re not hearing reports of severe injuries or fatalities.
February 20, 2026 at 2:18 AM
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February 20, 2026 at 1:05 AM
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Tornado warning extended. Confirmed tornado. Tornado Warning including Bloomington IN, Ellettsville IN and Clear Creek IN until 7:30 PM EST #INwx #Hoosiersky
February 20, 2026 at 12:05 AM
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nws.noaa.gov
Keep an eye to the sky today if you live in Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, or Kentucky. Be sure to follow the latest updates from your local National Weather Service or other trusted weather sources.
weather.gov
Overview Severe thunderstorms including tornadoes, large hail, and damaging wind gusts are expected across parts of the Midwest and Lower Ohio Valley today. Primary Risks Long-lived, multi-hour supercells are plausible, which would include heightened tornado potential. A few strong (EF2+) tornadoes are possible, centered on southern parts of Illinois and Indiana. Timing Peak severe/tornado potential is this afternoon into early evening. Safety Actions Continue to monitor forecasts for the latest information and updates to the risk areas. Be prepared to take action if watches and warnings are issued for your area.
February 19, 2026 at 3:08 PM
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This column took off in a way I didn't expect.
I think readers were most stunned that Mick Cronin is actually MEANER when the cameras are off.
greggdoyelstar.bsky.social Gregg Doyel @greggdoyelstar.bsky.social · 1d
UCLA's Mick Cronin, the cruelest coach in college basketball, humiliated a player and reporter last night at Michigan State.
He's even meaner behind the scenes, at practice.
NBA scouts told me that. It's in here.
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Doyel: Will anyone stop UCLA's Mick Cronin, the cruelest coach in college basketball?
Doyel: UCLA's Mick Cronin is cruelest coach in college basketball. His bullying behavior escalated at Michigan State, embarrassing a player, reporter.
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February 19, 2026 at 7:26 PM
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Never in a million years did I ever fathom when I resurrected the Epstein story in 2018 that it would lead to first arrest of a British Royal in four centuries. Not since King Charles I was arrested in 1647.
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Prince Andrew's Arrest
Across the pond in Britain, justice and accountability is a serious matter
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February 19, 2026 at 2:32 PM
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indianacapitalchronicle.com
Chicago Bears call Indiana deal 'step forward' for building new stadium in Hammond; commit $2 billion to project

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Chicago Bears call Indiana deal 'step forward' for building new stadium in Hammond • Indiana Capital Chronicle
The Chicago Bears and Indiana officials announced a deal Thursday for the NFL franchise crossing the state line to build a new stadium in Hammond.
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February 19, 2026 at 2:49 PM
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Early morning thunderstorms brought hail through the area on Thursday. If you have hail photos, please share them below!

LATEST FORECAST: https://www.21alivenews.com/2026/02/19/first-alert-forecast-some-rain-storms-thursday-then-turning-windy-cold/ 
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February 19, 2026 at 2:30 PM
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annadarling.tv
"Hammond is ready to partner with the Chicago Bears" - Mayor Thomas McDermott

Bears say this is a critical framework & path forward for them. But they will still do their due diligence in the site search.

So it's not a done deal yet, but IN is making a sweet deal to the Bears! #hoosiersky
February 19, 2026 at 2:30 PM
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The Bears stadium saga hits a major twist. Indiana officials are meeting today to finalize a stadium bill after the Bears reportedly let it be known Hammond is their preferred site. The Illinois tax subsidy bill hearing set for today on the stadium was canceled. Bears statement:
February 19, 2026 at 2:31 PM
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nwitimes.com
If the Chicago Bears decide to relocate to Indiana, Hammond would be the only city eligible for state-backed stadium construction under legislation approved Thursday.
Hammond named Indiana’s pick for Chicago Bears stadium. 'Good day for NWI'
If the Chicago Bears decide to relocate to Indiana, Hammond would be the only city eligible for state-backed stadium construction under legislation approved Thursday.
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February 19, 2026 at 2:35 PM
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annadarling.tv
‼️Major updates in the battle for the Chicago Bears‼️

⭕️ IL legislature canceled meeting yesterday that would provide millions/prop tax freeze
⭕️ IN legislature last minute meeting at 9am on stadium authority bill
⭕️ Hammond mayor will speak
⭕️ Told to expect "something good"

#hoosiersky
a man in a suit and tie says oh my god okay it 's happening ..
ALT: a man in a suit and tie says oh my god okay it 's happening ..
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February 19, 2026 at 1:39 PM
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cnn.com
"After careful consideration, and to ensure the focus remains on the AI Summit's key priorities, Mr. Gates will not be delivering his keynote address," the Gates Foundation said in a statement just hours before he was due to speak. https://cnn.it/4aWIQOu
February 19, 2026 at 12:00 PM
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theguardian.com
Yoon Suk Yeol sentenced to life in prison for leading insurrection in South Korea
Yoon Suk Yeol sentenced to life in prison for leading insurrection in South Korea
Former South Korean president found guilty over failed martial law declaration in 2024 A South Korean court on Thursday sentenced the former president Yoon Suk Yeol to life imprisonment with labour over his failed martial law declaration in December 2024, finding him guilty of leading an insurrection and making him the first elected head of state in the country’s democratic era to receive the maximum custodial sentence. Under South Korean law, the charge of leading an insurrection carries three possible sentences: death, life imprisonment with labour, or life imprisonment without labour. Continue reading...
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February 19, 2026 at 7:10 AM
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NEW: In cases brought by the NEA and AFT, there are now final court orders: Last year's anti-DEI "Dear Colleague" letter is vacated and unenforceable.

DOJ/DOE gave up the fight, dismissing the appeal and case in the Fourth Circuit and subsequently dismissing the the second case with a stipulation.
IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE DISTRICT OF MARYLAND Plaintiffs, * * * * * * * * Civil Case No.: SAG-25-628 Defendants. * * MEMORANDUM OPINION On February 14, 2025, the United States Department of Education ("DOE") published a "Dear Colleague Letter" ("the Letter") explaining the new administration's positions with respect to diversity, equity, and inclusion ("DEI") principles and federal antidiscrimination law. A few weeks later, DOE issued an announcement that it would require states and school districts to affirmatively certify their compliance with DOE's interpretations of Title VI and Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard ("SFFA"), 600 U.S. 181 (2023), within ten days ("the Certification Requirement"). Those documents, and whether they created new legal obligations or merely restated existing law, have been the focus of this litigation. This case illustrates why following procedures is so important. The stringent procedures outlined by the APA are not hollow gestures designed to manufacture the appearance of fair and reasoned decisionmaking; they exist to ensure that agencies stay within the bounds of their delegated authority and exercise that authority within the constraints of the law more broadly. See Nat'l Fed'n. of Indep. Bus. v. Dep't of Labor, 595 U.S. 109, 117 (2022) (*Administrative agencies are creatures of statute."). Still here, this Court takes no view as to whether the policies at issue in this case are good or bad, prudent or foolish, fair or unfair. But, at this stage too, it must closely scrutinize whether the government went about creating and implementing them in the manner the law requires. Here, it did not. And by leapfrogging important procedural requirements, the government has unwittingly run headfirst into serious constitutional problems. Plaintiffs have shown that neither challenged agency action was promulgated in accordance with the procedural requirements of the APA, and that both actions run afoul of important constitutional rights. Both challenged actions accordingly must be vacated. The administration is entitled to express its viewpoints and to promulgate policies aligned with those viewpoints. But it must do so within the procedural bounds Congress has outlined. And it may not do so at the expense of constitutional rights. ORDER OF JUDGMENT For the reasons stated in the accompanying memorandum opinion, it is this 14th day of August, 2025, ordered that: 1. Plaintiffs' motion for summary judgment, ECF 66, is granted as to Counts One, Two, Three, Five, and Six and denied as to Count Four; 2. The government's motion, ECF 72, construed as a motion for summary judgment, is granted as to Count Four, and denied as to all other counts; 3. Judgment is entered for Plaintiffs on Counts One, Two, Three, Five, and Six; 4. Judgment is entered for the government on Count Four; 5. The Dear Colleague Letter of February 14, 2025 is VACATED under 5 U.S.C. § 706; and 6. "The Reminder of Legal Obligations Undertaken In Exchange for Receiving Federal Financial Assistance and Request for Certification under Title VI and SFFA v. Harvard" is VACATED under 5 U.S.C. § 706. /s/ Stephanie A. Gallagher United States District Judge THEREFORE, the Parties do HEREBY STIPULATE AND AGREE as follows: 1. The challenged Agency Actions have been vacated and set aside by the final judgment entered in American Federation of Teachers, et al. v. United States Department of Education, et al., No. 1:25-cv-00628 ("AFT"), and the vacatur and terms of the judgment in AFT apply to Plaintiffs; 2. The challenged Agency Actions will not be relied on in any way by Defendants including by way of seeking to enforce its substance through ED or DOJ civil rights enforcement procedures; 3. The certification demand issued on April 3, 2025 will not be reinstated in substance even if under a different name; 4. The challenged Agency Actions creates no obligation, responsibility, or condition on Plaintiffs in any manner;
February 18, 2026 at 5:59 PM
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ProPublica published children's letters and drawings documenting their sadness and suffering at Dilley. And Dilley staff are now retaliating by confiscating kids' letters and drawings.

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Report: Staff at Dilley raiding cells to confiscate kids' letters and drawings detailing conditions inside
February 18, 2026 at 1:14 PM
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As the county government works out the project’s details over the next several months, residents hope local officials will prioritize their best interest.
Granger residents voice concerns about Microsoft data center at town hall
Community members questioned transparency and utility costs at Wednesday night's meeting.
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February 19, 2026 at 11:00 AM
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financialtimes.com
The White House has warned Iran it would be “very wise” to make a deal with the US as Donald Trump stepped up the deployment of a massive military force to the Middle East. ft.trib.al/2ISPoqi
February 19, 2026 at 11:00 AM
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theguardian.com
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office – live
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office – live
The police raided Andrew’s Norfolk home this morning Here are some of the first pictures that show police arriving at Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s Wood Farm residence, on the Royal Family’s Sandringham estate in Norfolk. Police can be seen talking after turning up in unmarked police cars. Following a thorough assessment, we have now opened an investigation into this allegation of misconduct in public office. It is important that we protect the integrity and objectivity of our investigation as we work with our partners to investigate this alleged offence. Continue reading...
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February 19, 2026 at 10:33 AM
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Severe weather is likely today, especially near and south of I-70. Damaging winds and tornadoes will be the main threat. Best chance for severe weather will be during the afternoon and evening hours. Be sure to monitor the weather closely today and heed any warnings. #INwx #Hoosiersky
February 19, 2026 at 10:20 AM
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Lorth Sim, a 59-year-old, died in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement at the Miami Correctional Facility on Feb. 16, 2026. He had been found unresponsive in his cell. The cause of death remained undermined two days later, ICE said. https://tinyurl.com/5n8vx2ve
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February 19, 2026 at 12:15 AM
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Potawatomi Zoo is parting ways with a piece of its history.
Potawatomi Zoo announces new electric train
The zoo will replace the aging attraction with an updated model.
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February 19, 2026 at 12:30 AM
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nwitimes.com
The House Ways and Means Committee, which specializes in state spending legislation, is scheduled to review the Bears stadium proposal at 8 a.m. Region time Thursday.
Bears stadium proposal set for review by key Indiana House committee Thursday
The House Ways and Means Committee, which specializes in state spending legislation, is scheduled to review the Bears stadium proposal at 8 a.m. Region time Thursday.
nwitimes.com
February 18, 2026 at 11:32 PM
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We train Indy Documenters like Janna how to take notes and ask questions in public meetings so they can help us create a new public record in Indianapolis. They can choose which meetings they’d like to cover based on their location or interests. The best part? They also get paid.
February 18, 2026 at 11:03 PM