Indiana’s $44 billion two-year budget was approved late Thursday night by both chambers of the legislature as Democrats voiced their frustration with multiple last-minute additions, including giving the governor power over all Indiana University board of trustees appointments and decreasing funding for public health.
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ICE is reversing termination of legal status for international students around US, lawyer says
The federal government is reversing the termination of legal status for international students around the U.S. after many filed court challenges against the Trump administration crackdown, a government lawyer said Friday.
Wisconsin judge accused of helping man avoid ICE arrested by FBI
The FBI on Friday arrested a Milwaukee judge accused of helping a man evade immigration authorities, escalating a clash between the Trump administration and the judiciary over the Republican president’s sweeping immigration crackdown.
Hammond receives $5 million grant to replace lead service lines
The city of Hammond has received $5 million through the Indiana Finance Authority’s State Revolving Fund program to help replace its lead service lines.
Canadians put off by Trump’s bluster and border arrests are booking far fewer US visits
There were more than 910,000 fewer land border crossings from Canada into the U.S. last month than in March of 2024 — a more than 22% drop — according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection data.
So you saw ‘Conclave’ the movie. Here’s what it got right – and wrong – about real-life conclaves.
Here’s a look at what “Conclave” does get right — and wrong — about conclaves.
Thornton woman faces murder charge in Lincoln Park shooting death, police say
A south suburban woman faces murder charges in the shooting death of a 28-year-old man walking outside his Lincoln Park home.
Daywatch: Pritzker’s pick to replace retiring Sen. Dick Durbin
Good morning, Chicago. Here are the top stories you need to know to start your day.
Heidi Stevens: Principal’s departure will tie a knot on the loving thread woven throughout Chicago school community
Jason Patera is moving to South Carolina to be with his family, leaving a legacy of love and kindness at the Chicago Academy for the Arts.
Gov. JB Pritzker to endorse Lt. Gov. Julianna Stratton for US Senate
Gov. JB Pritzker’s endorsement of Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, scheduled for Friday morning, will give her a key edge in the race to replace retiring US Sen. Dick Durbin.