Kroger to buy Giant Eagle in $1.65 billion deal Kroger and Giant Eagle anticipate having to divest some stores in order for the sale to be approved The Independent UK · Jul 1
Four people have died from flash floods in Kentucky, governor says Floods caused by thunderstorms that have dumped inches of rain on Kentucky and Indiana, with more possible The Guardian - US · Jun 27
Indiana woman is furious after Taco Bell refused her order during a tornado. And people have questions: ‘Can somebody go ask her why’ “Is Taco Bell tornado proof?” We Got This Covered · Jun 27
Tick Bites Are Sending More Americans to Emergency Rooms Than Ever Before This Summer ER visits for tick bites rose 25% in April 2026 vs. the prior year. Lyme disease cases may be 500,000/year. Here's what to do about tick exposure this summer, and when to see a doctor. Medical Daily · Jun 26
AI is plowing through the workplace. This new group wants to help people adapt and have jobs A newly formed bipartisan nonprofit named RAISE US is set to launch with over $500 million aimed at tackling job losses anticipated from artificial intelligence advancements. Co-founded by former Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and ex-Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb, this organisation plans to collaborate with states and corporations to offer retraining… The Economic Times · Jun 26
All six criminal justice ballot measures in 2026 continue trend toward increasing criminal penalties and bail restrictions In 2026, voters will decide six ballot measures related to criminal sentencing, penalties, and bail requirements. Each would make criminal justice policy more punitive by increasing penalties or expanding the circumstances under which courts could deny or restrict bail. Ballotpedia · Jun 26
Lyme Disease Is Spreading into States That Rarely Saw It Before — Is Your County at Risk? Deer ticks carrying Lyme disease are now reaching Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois. ER visits for tick bites rose 25% in April 2026. Here's where the risk is growing and what to do. Medical Daily · Jun 25
Indiana man charged after being accused of stalking WNBA player Sophie Cunningham An Indiana man has been charged on accusations he stalked WNBA player Sophie Cunningham and sent her threatening and explicit messages on social media The Independent UK · Jun 25
Banks-endorsed adviser wins Republican nomination for Indiana Secretary of State at party convention Max Engling defeated incumbent Diego Morales, Jamie Reitenour, and David Shelton to win the Republican Party nomination for Indiana Secretary of State at a June 20, 2026, convention. Ballotpedia · Jun 23
Aurobindo Pharma US gets FTC nod for $250 million acquisition of Lannett Company Aurobindo Pharma's US arm has secured Federal Trade Commission approval for its $250 million acquisition of Lannett Company. This strategic move, expected to conclude by June 2026, will bolster Aurobindo's complex generics and controlled substances portfolio, enhance its US manufacturing capabilities with Lannett's Indiana facility, and is projected to immediately… The Economic Times · Jun 22
Indiana mom watches lightning storm with her kids when her son makes a prediction. Moments later, the siren goes off: ‘might have a spider sense’ “I’m really scared of a tornado coming.” We Got This Covered · Jun 21
State-by-state ranking of affordability for homeowners finds an unlikely winner taking the top spot No state west of Texas ranked in the top 15 for affordability The Independent UK · Jun 21
Deaths in ICE detention more than double under Trump, analysis finds The death rate in US immigration detention centres have more than doubled during President Donald Trump's second term, a Reuters analysis found, as authorities expanded arrests. Advocates linked the rise to overcrowding and strained medical services. France 24 · Jun 18
5 AM Tornado Emergency: Families Scramble in Darkness as 50 MPH Storm Hits Indiana and Kentucky Counties A tornado emergency in Indiana and Kentucky forced families to seek shelter in darkness as severe storms triggered pre-dawn warnings, highlighting the dangers of overnight tornadoes. International Business Times UK · Jun 18
Ballotpedia · Jun 17 Party control informs state legislative competitiveness trends ahead of 2026 elections Across 31 states with completed candidate filing data, an average of 23% of incumbent state legislators are running in contested primaries this year — the second-highest share since 2010, trailing only 2022. At the same time, the average share of open seats, at 17.4%, is the second-lowest since 2010.
The Independent UK · Jun 16 Indiana becomes the latest state to receive flexibility from Trump on federal education spending The Trump administration is giving Indiana more flexibility over how it decides to spend its federal grant money
The Economic Times · Jun 16 A mother wanted to keep her six children connected forever. The unique names she gave them became a symbol of their success A Virginia mother gave her six children unique names inspired by US states. Nevada, Montana, Indiana, Arizona, Missouri, and Dakota were chosen to represent hope and togetherness. The mother wanted her children to believe in a future beyond their immediate surroundings. The siblings have grown up close, with each pursuing…
International Business Times UK · Jun 15 Indiana Man Won $100,000 on a Scratch-Off: Lottery Called It a 'Misprint' and Offered $20 The Indiana Hoosier Lottery's Space Invaders Cash Invasion controversy, where a printing error caused prize disputes, left players like Mike Fields and Glendon Jones seeking answers.
The Independent UK · Jun 13 Indiana man thought he’d won $100,000 in the lottery — then a ‘technical issue’ revealed his real prize The $5 Space Invaders Cash Invasion scratch-off game just launched last month, but is already serving up false hope for Indiana lottery players
The Independent UK · Jun 12 Officials search tornado-damaged areas after strong storms hit Illinois and Indiana Authorities and residents are assessing damage after storms hit areas south of Chicago
The Independent UK · Jun 12 Tornadoes strike communities near Chicago as millions faced severe weather threats across the Midwest and East Coast At least three tornadoes tore through communities outside Chicago on Thursday, leveling homes, ripping down trees and power poles, as severe storms grounded flights and cut power to hundreds of thousands across the Midwest and Northeast.
We Got This Covered · Jun 9 Indiana cop tracks down a 14-year-old runaway. Then he allegedly handcuffed her, stalked her, and assaulted her in his squad car Per the DOJ, “Officials who abuse their power” will be held accountable.
We Got This Covered · Jun 8 Indiana man alarmed by $1m pending bank charge after booking an $80 hotel room in Arkansas The hotel helped address the issue.
We Got This Covered · Jun 8 Indiana man thought he just won $100,000 on a Space Invaders scratch-off. Then the lottery said it was worth $20 and blamed a technical issue He drove to headquarters, only to find it was a technical issue.
Ballotpedia · Jun 8 North Dakota could become the 17th state to have a single-subject rule for ballot initiatives Welcome to the Monday, June 8, 2026, Brew.