# council meeting (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover council meeting. Page: Feed: --- ## [Deadly crash in Highland Park shuts down part of Woodward](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/highland-park-woodward-crash-death-investigation) _2026-08-27 · Megan.Ziegler@fox.com (Megan Ziegler) · Latest News from FOX 2 Detroit - WJBK_ Police are reconstructing and investigating a deadly accident that happened early Thursday morning in Highland Park. Highland Park crash The crash happened just before 5:30 a.m. Thursday in Highland Park on Woodward Avenue near the Davison Freeway. A black Chevy Equinox was traveling north on Woodward near the Davison Freeway when the driver crossed the center line and hit a telephone pole. Two… ## [Metro Detroit weather: Lunar eclipse tonight](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/metro-detroit-weather-lunar-eclipse-tonight) _2026-08-27 · Alan.Longstreet@fox.com (Alan Longstreet) · Latest News from FOX 2 Detroit - WJBK_ When it comes to viewing an eclipse, the sky matters. Here’s what’s on tap late tonight as metro Detroit will be able to see a partial lunar eclipse. Lunar eclipse tonight A partial lunar eclipse peaks around midnight here in metro Detroit, and the skies should cooperate for some nice viewing. The spectacle will be visible across the entire U.S. On Aug. 28 and starting the evening of the 27th in… ## [La Porte County Sheriff’s Office shares update on Deputy Jonathon Samuelson](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/la-porte-county-sheriffs-office-shares-update-on-deputy-jonathon-samuelson/) _2026-08-27 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ A release from the La Porte County Sheriff’s Office this week reads as follows: “Late last month, Deputy Samuelson’s medical team determined the cervical collar Jon had worn continuously since May 22 was no longer necessary. The removal of the brace has brought Jon a tremendous amount of relief and represented yet another accomplishment in his healing Continue reading → ## [Indiana State troopers take part in MrBeast video](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/indiana-state-troopers-take-part-in-mrbeast-video/) _2026-08-27 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ STATEWIDE — About 100 Indiana State Police troopers took part in a MrBeast YouTube video featuring a 12-hour manhunt. The video, titled “I Got Hunted By 100 Real Cops,” follows YouTube creator Jimmy Donaldson and four friends as they try to avoid the troopers for 12 hours with $500,000 on the line. The troopers ultimately Continue reading → ## [John Skelton prelim day 4: What we know 15 years after sons’ disappearance](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/john-skelton-case-murder-pretrial-fourth-day) _2026-08-27 · Megan.Ziegler@fox.com (Megan Ziegler) · Latest News from FOX 2 Detroit - WJBK_ The preliminary hearing for John Skelton, the father of three young boys who disappeared in Morenci, Mich. around Thanksgiving in 2010, continues this morning for its fourth day. Here’s what to know about the case and what’s happening at the preliminary hearing: Missing Skelton brothers John Skelton’s three sons disappeared while with their father during Thanksgiving in 2010. The boys’ ages at the… ## [Escalating U.S. - Canada tariff battle impacting Michigan auto executives and small business owners](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/escalating-u-s-canada-tariff-battle-impacting-michigan-auto-executives-small-business-owners) _2026-08-27 · Dave.Kinchen@fox.com (Dave Kinchen) · Latest News from FOX 2 Detroit - WJBK_ DETROIT (FOX 2) - The latest trade war escalation between the U.S. and Canada has auto executives and small business owners alike on edge, making contingency plans just to survive. All of this follows the collapse of high-stakes trade talks which prompted the White House to launch aggressive new tariffs of up to 50% on Canadian imports. Michigan impact of US and Canada tariff disputes Michael… ## [Kettering student sues Genesee County over Flock camera records request](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/kettering-student-sues-genesee-county-over-flock-camera-records-request) _2026-08-27 · Lauren.Edwards@fox.com (Lauren Edwards) · Latest News from FOX 2 Detroit - WJBK_ GENESEE COUNTY, Mich. (FOX 2) - A college student is holding Genesee County to task, submitting a FOIA request for Flock documents regarding his vehicle. So far, he isn’t satisfied with what he’s received. Michigan college student sues over Flock Joshua Tewolde, a student at Kettering University, filed a lawsuit against Genesee County for not fulfilling the entirety of his Freedom of Information… ## [Trade war between United States & Canada ramps up](https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/fmc-lux2ukonmwfj12qp) _2026-08-27 · Latest News | FOX 2_ The trade war between the United States and Canada gets more intense, with President Trump threatening additional import taxes and Canada announcing retaliatory tariffs. Former Auto Supply Chain Executive Jan Griffiths discusses the impact on the auto industry and economy as a whole, and Brampton, Ontario Mayor Patrick Brown discusses how the trade war is impacting Canadiens. ## [El-Sayed campaigns across Metro Detroit as Michigan Senate race heats up](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/el-sayed-campaigns-across-metro-detroit-michigan-senate-race-heats-up) _2026-08-26 · Scott.Wolchek@fox.com (Scott Wolchek) · Latest News | FOX 2_ The Michigan race for U.S. Senate between Republican Mike Rogers and Democrat Abdul El-Sayed continues to heat up. The contest is drawing national attention and is one of several races that will help decide the balance of the Senate in 2027. ## [Birmingham parents split over schools' bell-to-bell cellphone ban](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/birmingham-parents-split-over-schools-bell-to-bell-cellphone-ban) _2026-08-26 · Jamie.Sherrod@fox.com (Jamie Sherrod) · Latest News from FOX 2 Detroit - WJBK_ BIRMINGHAM, Mich. (FOX 2) - More reactions have poured in from parents about a new classroom ban on mobile phones in Birmingham schools. The issue many are questioning is how the district will enforce it. While some parents are against the bell-to-bell plan, others are embracing it. The district plans to ban the use of cellphones and personal devices throughout the entire school day for K-12… ## [Privacy-first AI-native browser (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/xUxU2uonUvJk) _2026-08-26 · **Sponsored**_ No telemetry or ads — built on Ungoogled Chromium with a built-in AI sidebar and CLI. ## [FBI raids three Metro Detroit addiction treatment centers, owner's home](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/fbi-raids-three-metro-detroit-addiction-treatment-centers-owners-home) _2026-08-26 · Amy.Lange@fox.com (Amy Lange) · Latest News from FOX 2 Detroit - WJBK_ TROY, Mich. (FOX 2) - Three addiction treatment centers were raided by the FBI. Quality Behavioral Health treats people recovering from addiction, but Tuesday morning, three of its locations were the target of an FBI raid. FBI raids three addiction treatment centers Video captured at the scene shows investigators banging down the door at the Quality Behavioral Health on East Grand Boulevard near… ## [Oxbow Lake boat crash: 1 dead, 1 hurt after ‘excessive’ speed](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/oxbow-lake-boat-crash-white-lake-township) _2026-08-26 · Megan.Ziegler@fox.com (Megan Ziegler) · Latest News from FOX 2 Detroit - WJBK_ Image: Oakland County Sheriff's Office One person was killed and another was hurt in a high-speed boat crash on Oxbow Lake, the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office said. Oxbow Lake boat crash The crash happened Tuesday afternoon just before 2:30 p.m. Oxbow Lake is located in White Lake Township. The sheriff’s office said a boat traveling at "an excessively high rate of speed" lifted off the water and… ## [Judge denies Minnesota bid to keep ICE agent jailed in Texas](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/judge-denies-minnesota-bid-keep-ice-agent-jailed-texas) _2026-08-26 · Howard.Thompson@fox.com (Howard Thompson) · Latest News | FOX 2_ A judge has denied an attempt by Minnesota officials to block the release of the ICE agent charged in a January shooting in Minneapolis as the state battles with Texas Governor Greg Abbott over the agent's extradition. ## [Massive cocaine bust at Blue Water Bridge](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/cocaine-bust-blue-water-bridge) _2026-08-26 · Maureen.Breslin@fox.com (Maureen Breslin) · Latest News from FOX 2 Detroit - WJBK_ The suspected cocaine seized at the Blue Water Bridge on August 13, 2026. (Canada Border Services Agency) Canadian authorities seized about 385 kilograms (849 pounds) of suspected cocaine from a commercial truck on Aug. 13, according to a news release by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and Royal Canadian Mounted Police. The seizure occurred in Point Edward, Ontario while the truck entered… ## [How to avoid a Social Security cut? Lawmakers float plans to protect benefits](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/social-security-cut-lawmakers-float-plans-protect-benefits) _2026-08-26 · Chris.Williams@fox.com (Chris Williams) · Latest News | FOX 2_ Lawmakers are floating several plans to prevent a projected Social Security benefit cut beginning in 2032. ## [Darline Graham wins South Carolina GOP senate nomination](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/darline-graham-wins-south-carolina-gop-senate-nomination) _2026-08-26 · Jason.Gunn@fox.com (Jason Gunn) · Latest News | FOX 2_ Darline Graham has won the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in South Carolina, defeating Rep. Ralph Norman after a close runoff election to determine the GOP nominee for the seat vacated after the passing of her brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham. ## [Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation cancels work session](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/eastern-pulaski-community-school-corporation-cancels-work-session/) _2026-08-26 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ An announcement this week shares that a work session for the Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation has been canceled. On Monday, the school corporation’s Director of Business Services shared that the upcoming work session has been canceled. The session was originally scheduled to take place on Monday, August 31st. A reason for the cancellation was Continue reading → ## [Starke County Commissioners update agenda for executive session](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/starke-county-commissioners-update-agenda-for-executive-session/) _2026-08-26 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ The Starke County Commissioners will meet in executive session Friday, August 28. The executive session is scheduled for 1pm Central Time, and will take place in the Starke County Annex 1 Meeting Room located at 53 East Mound Street in Knox. The original agenda for the executive session included discussion of strategy with the respect Continue reading → ## [State Road 8 to close between La Crosse and Knox](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/state-road-8-to-close-between-la-crosse-and-knox/) _2026-08-26 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ LA PORTE COUNTY, Ind. – Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Dunnet Bay Construction Company will close State Road 8 between C.R. 400 W and State Road 39 on or after Wednesday, September 2. State Road 8 will be closed for approximately three weeks for a bridge deck overlay preventive maintenance project. Motorists should seek alternate routes. Continue reading → ## [IDEM Reminds Residents to Sort and Safely Dispose of Flood Debris](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/idem-reminds-residents-to-sort-and-safely-dispose-of-flood-debris/) _2026-08-26 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ INDIANAPOLIS – As Hoosiers continue cleaning up from this month’s historic flooding, the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) is reminding residents to handle waste and debris safely and responsibly. When possible, disaster debris should be separated into the following categories: Proper separation is important because mixed or improperly handled debris can harbor contaminants,… ## [Transcript-Driven Stock Discovery (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/FC3ynK4jaEtY) _2026-08-26 · **Sponsored**_ Ranked, evidence-backed watchlists from indexed executive transcripts for 1–2 quarter horizons ## [Hotel, rental assistance available for Hoosiers displaced by August storms](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/hotel-rental-assistance-available-for-hoosiers-displaced-by-august-storms/) _2026-08-26 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ Hoosiers displaced from their homes by the severe storms and flooding during the week of August 9th may be eligible for temporary housing assistance. The Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority, or IHCDA, is offering hotel or rental assistance to eligible households displaced by the storms in counties included in the recent disaster declaration. Those Continue reading → ## [Trump's Lake Ontario proposal & absentee ballot executive order](https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/fmc-6llaa5o69uez5ei4) _2026-08-26 · Latest News | FOX 2_ President Trump says the United States is considering changing Lake Ontario's name to Lake America, but can he ACTUALLY do that? Plus, Attorney Todd Flood discusses the president's executive order about mail-in ballots after the Supreme Court allows his administration to move forward with it. ## [Detroit child shot in the arm on Chatham Street, one person arrested](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/detroit-child-shot-arm-chatham-street-one-person-arrested) _2026-08-25 · Scott.Wolchek@fox.com (Scott Wolchek) · Latest News from FOX 2 Detroit - WJBK_ DETROIT (FOX 2) - A 13-year-old girl was shot and is currently recovering in the hospital after police say she and her older sibling were playing with an unsecured gun. Police say the 13-year-old girl was shot in the arm on Chatham Street a little before 2 in the morning. Her condition was last listed as temp-serious, and FOX 2 is aware that there is a person in police custody. We do not know… ## [Birmingham parents upset over state phone ban for students in school](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/birmingham-parents-upset-over-state-phone-ban-students-school) _2026-08-25 · Jamie.Sherrod@fox.com (Jamie Sherrod) · Latest News from FOX 2 Detroit - WJBK_ BIRMINGHAM, Mich. (FOX 2) - Just a day after Michigan's phone ban in schools went into effect, parents in the Birmingham Public School District sounded off against those changes. Birmingham Public Schools are planning to implement a bell-to-bell phone ban. Meaning students cannot have their phones or any personal device from the time that first bell rings at the beginning of the day until that… ## [FOX 2 traffic reporter Kevin Sanderson dies](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/fox-2-traffic-reporter-kevin-sanderson-dies) _2026-08-25 · FOX.2.Staff@fox.com (FOX 2 Staff) · Latest News from FOX 2 Detroit - WJBK_ FOX 2 traffic reporter Kevin Sanderson has died. He was 70 years old. FOX 2's Kevin Sanderson You may remember his voice. He delivered traffic reports here on FOX 2 for many years starting in the early 2000s. The Battle Creek native died at home last week after a brief illness. He’ll be laid to rest Thursday in Battle Creek. Former FOX 2 morning news anchor Alan Lee, who worked alongside Kevin for… ## [Semi-truck crash at I-96 on-ramp blocks highway access in Wixom](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/semi-truck-crash-i-96-on-ramp-blocks-travel-from-wixom-road) _2026-08-25 · Jack.Nissen@fox.com (Jack Nissen) · Latest News from FOX 2 Detroit - WJBK_ A semi-truck crash in Wixom leading onto eastbound I-96. (FOX 2) - A semi-truck crash blocked travel on I-96. Road crews responded to the southbound ramp from Wixom road onto the highway for an overturned semi-truck. The truck was towing a tandem trailer when it crashed, according to the city of Wixom. Michigan State Police is overseeing the response, which included treating the driver for minor… ## [What the Supreme Court's mail-in ballot decision could mean](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/supreme-courts-mail-in-ballot-decision) _2026-08-25 · Daniel.Miller@fox.com (Daniel Miller) · Latest News | FOX 2_ The Supreme Court ruling created a path for President Donald Trump’s restrictions on mail-in voting, introducing uncertainty for millions of voters accustomed to casting their ballots by mail. ## [Abdul El-Sayed’s win triggered wave of anti-Muslim rhetoric, analysis found](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/abdul-el-sayeds-win-triggered-wave-anti-muslim-rhetoric-analysis-found) _2026-08-25 · Latest News | FOX 2_ A Washington Post analysis found Abdul El-Sayed’s win triggered a wave of anti-Muslim rhetoric online. Specifically here at home, CAIR-MI said it received multiple specific death threats after Jake Lang’s Dearborn visit last week. ## [Body taken from Dearborn Heights home during police investigation](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/body-taken-from-dearborn-heights-home-during-police-investigation) _2026-08-25 · Jack.Nissen@fox.com (Jack Nissen) · Latest News from FOX 2 Detroit - WJBK_ (FOX 2) - One person is dead and another is recovering in the hospital following a shooting incident in Dearborn Heights. Police responded to a residence in Dearborn Heights on Tuesday afternoon. Several police officers were spotted at a home on Huron Street where police tape is wrapped around the block. A body covered in a sheet and strapped to a gurney was seen being wheeled into an emergency… ## [Canada tariffs latest: Retaliation list and Lake Ontario renaming](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/canada-tariffs-latest-retaliation-list-lake-ontario-renaming) _2026-08-25 · Megan.Ziegler@fox.com (Megan Ziegler) · Latest News from FOX 2 Detroit - WJBK_ The trade war between Canada and the United States continues to escalate. Canada tariff latest FILE - Trucks heading into the United States on the Gordie Howe International Bridge are pictured from the Canadian side in Windsor, Ontario, Canada, on July 27, 2026. (Photo by Zou Zheng/ Xinhua via Getty Images) The Trump administration imposed 50% tariffs over the weekend on Canadian goods following… ## [Anthony Ettinger on LinkedIn (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Hj8c8vysLOpE) _2026-08-25 · **Sponsored**_ Public LinkedIn profile at linkedin.com/in/anthonyettinger. ## [Detroit Lions unveil new 'Defend the Den' uniform in partnership Nike, NFL's Rivalries program](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/detroit-lions-new-uniform-rivalries-nfl) _2026-08-25 · Jack.Nissen@fox.com (Jack Nissen) · Latest News from FOX 2 Detroit - WJBK_ Photo courtesy of NFL and Nike. (FOX 2) - A new chest emblem, a redone helmet, and ‘Defend the Den’ sewn inside the collar are all part of the Detroit Lions' special uniform. Revealed ahead of the 2026 regular season, the Lions' new reveal was done in partnership with Nike and the NFL's Rivalries program. There are new decals and details placed around the specialty jerseys that are intended to pay… ## [Council Minutes – August 17, 2026](https://www.ci.monticello.ia.us/council-minutes-august-17-2026/) _2026-08-25 · Nanci Tuel · City of Monticello Iowa_ Regular Council Meeting August 17, 2026, 6:00 P.M. Community Media Center Mayor Jake Ellwood called the meeting to order. Council present were: Candy Langerman, Mary Phelan, Ben Duehr, Scott Brighton, Dave Goedken and Josh Brenneman. Also present were City Administrator Russell Farnum, City Clerk Sally Hinrichsen, Police Chief Britt Smith, Library Director Faith Brehm, Water/ \[…\] ## [Council Minutes – August 12, 2026 \*Special Meeting](https://www.ci.monticello.ia.us/council-minutes-august-12-2026-special-meeting-2/) _2026-08-25 · Nanci Tuel · City of Monticello Iowa_ Special Council Meeting August 12, 2026, 6:00 P.M. Community Media Center Mayor Pro Tem Scott Brighton called the meeting to order. Council present were: Candy Langerman, Mary Phelan, Ben Duehr and Josh Brenneman. Council member Dave Goedken was absent. Mayor Jake Ellwood arrived a few minutes after the meeting start and presided over the remainder \[…\] ## [Council Minutes – August 3, 2026](https://www.ci.monticello.ia.us/council-minutes-august-3-2026/) _2026-08-25 · Nanci Tuel · City of Monticello Iowa_ Regular Council Meeting August 3, 2026, 6:00 P.M. Community Media Center Mayor Jake Ellwood called the meeting to order. Council present were: Candy Langerman, Mary Phelan, Ben Duehr, Scott Brighton and Dave Goedken. Council member Josh Brenneman was absent. Also present were City Administrator Russell Farnum, City Clerk Sally Hinrichsen, Public Works Director Nick Kahler, \[…\] ## [Resolution 26-112](https://www.ci.monticello.ia.us/resolution-26-112/) _2026-08-25 · Nanci Tuel · City of Monticello Iowa_ 2026-112-Letting-contract-bonds.App-6th-Street- Download ## [Resolution 26-111](https://www.ci.monticello.ia.us/resolution-26-111/) _2026-08-25 · Nanci Tuel · City of Monticello Iowa_ City of Monticello, Iowa RESOLUTION #2026-111 Approving Monticello Fire Department to purchase Fire Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) WHEREAS, the City of Monticello City Council supports upgrades to the Monticello Fire Department Fire Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), also known as bunker gear, as a priority, and WHEREAS, the Monticello Fire Department and has applied for an \[…\] ## [Resolution 26-110](https://www.ci.monticello.ia.us/resolution-26-110/) _2026-08-25 · Nanci Tuel · City of Monticello Iowa_ City of Monticello, Iowa RESOLUTION #2026-110 Approving the purchase of a 2016 John Deere 1575 mower from Roeder Implement for $18,000.00 WHEREAS, the Airport Manager requested bids of a new mower for the airport, and WHEREAS, the Airport Board reviewed the bids and recommended purchasing a mower, and WHEREAS, the Airport Manager recommends the \[…\] ## [Resolution 26-109](https://www.ci.monticello.ia.us/resolution-26-109/) _2026-08-25 · Nanci Tuel · City of Monticello Iowa_ City of Monticello, Iowa RESOLUTION #2026-109 Approving Airport FBO hangar door replacement in the amount of $12,640 WHEREAS, The City of Monticello, Iowa is an incorporated City within Jones County, Iowa; and WHEREAS, The Airport Manager requested repair of the Schweiss opener for the bifold door on hangar J at the Airport, and WHEREAS, That \[…\] ## [Resolution 26-108](https://www.ci.monticello.ia.us/resolution-26-108/) _2026-08-25 · Nanci Tuel · City of Monticello Iowa_ City of Monticello, Iowa RESOLUTION #2026-108 Approving Pay Request #26 to Bill Bruce Builders, Inc., Re: Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvement Project in the amount of $304,720.40 WHEREAS, The City of Monticello, Iowa is an incorporated city within Jones County, Iowa; and WHEREAS, Bill Bruce Builders, Inc. contracted with the City for the construction of \[…\] ## [Resolution 26-107](https://www.ci.monticello.ia.us/resolution-26-107/) _2026-08-25 · Nanci Tuel · City of Monticello Iowa_ City of Monticello, Iowa RESOLUTION #2026-107 Approving Change Order Request #7 in the increased not to exceed amount of $ 30,583.70 as submitted by Bill Bruce Builders related to the Monticello Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements WHEREAS, Bill Bruce Builders is contracted with the City to complete the Monticello Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements, and WHEREAS, \[…\] ## [Lions vs Colts: How to stream preseason week 3](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/lions-vs-colts-how-stream-preseason-week-3) _2026-08-25 · Latest News from FOX 2 Detroit - WJBK_ FOX 2 - There is one more dress rehearsal this preseason for the Lions as rookies, free agents and borderline starters all press to make a lasting impression. The Lions face the Colts for the preseason finale this Saturday with final cuts looming one day later for the Sunday, Aug. 30th deadline. Last week the Lions won at Ford Field, topping the Washington Commanders 17-13. Lions vs Colts The… ## [Resolution 26-106](https://www.ci.monticello.ia.us/resolution-26-106/) _2026-08-25 · Nanci Tuel · City of Monticello Iowa_ 2026-106-Letting-Further-Cons-Award-6th-Street-Ditch.Bid\_ Download ## [Off-duty Detroit police officer accused of driving drunk: 'Cool. Lock me up'](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/off-duty-detroit-police-officer-accused-driving-drunk-cool-lock-me-up) _2026-08-25 · FOX.2.Staff@fox.com (FOX 2 Staff) · Latest News from FOX 2 Detroit - WJBK_ FOX 2 - A Detroit police officer is facing charges after Redford Township police say he was found passed out in the backseat of a running DPD truck. Detroit police drunk driving arrest video Redford PD arrested Jalen Nelson late last month on Schoolcraft and Telegraph outside a White Castle, first reported by Metro Detroit News. Police were alerted to the DPD truck due to its emergency lights… ## [Starke County Board of Zoning Appeals to consider two variance requests](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/starke-county-board-of-zoning-appeals-to-consider-two-variance-requests/) _2026-08-25 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ The Starke County Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, September 9, where board members will hear two variance requests. The meeting is scheduled for 6:30pm Central Time, or immediately following the Starke County Plan Commission meeting, at the Starke County Annex 1 Meeting Room located at 53 East Mound Street Continue reading → ## [Braun wants to launch investigation into NIPSCO](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/braun-wants-to-launch-investigation-into-nipsco/) _2026-08-25 · Rusty Nixon · WKVI Information Center_ INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Mike Braun wants state regulators to launch an investigation into NIPSCO following widespread power outages in Northwest Indiana. Braun directed the Indiana Office of Utility Consumer Counselor on Monday to petition the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission for a storm review. The governor is demanding answers on tree line maintenance around equipment. He Continue reading → ## [Francesville Volunteer Fire Department receives $5,000 in contributions](https://wkvi.com/2026/08/francesville-volunteer-fire-department-receives-5000-in-contributions/) _2026-08-25 · Becca Shepherd · WKVI Information Center_ The Francesville Volunteer Fire Department reports that it received a total of $5,000 in contributions during its recent monthly meeting. According to information shared about its regular monthly meeting, the Department was presented with a $1,000 check from Alliance Bank Indiana. The Gutwein Agency and Auto-Owners Insurance also each contributed a $2,000 matching grant, for Continue reading → ## [Lawmakers responds to SCOTUS decision on Trump mail-in ballot limits](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/lawmakers-responds-scotus-decision-trump-mail-in-ballot-limits) _2026-08-25 · Dave.Kinchen@fox.com (Dave Kinchen) · Latest News | FOX 2_ A sweeping move by the U.S. Supreme Court is kicking the legal battle over your ballot into high gear, with just over 70 days until Election Day. ## [Canada to announce retaliatory tariffs on US | How this will impact the economy](https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/fmc-mfhx076p9vtdxt65) _2026-08-25 · Latest News | FOX 2_ Oakland University Professor Michael Greiner takes a look at how the trade war can affect the US economy as a whole. Plus, Detroit Regional Chamber President and CEO Sandy Baruah takes a look at how it will affect the Detroit economy. ## [Supreme Court clears way for Trump mail-in voting restrictions](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/supreme-court-clears-way-trump-mail-in-voting-restrictions) _2026-08-24 · Catherine.Stoddard@fox.com (Catherine Stoddard) · Latest News | FOX 2_ The Supreme Court on Monday cleared the way for President Donald Trump to move ahead with his executive order restricting mail-in voting. ## [Karoline Leavitt reveals next role after leaving White House press secretary post](https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/karoline-leavitt-reveals-next-role-after-leaving-white-house-press-secretary-post) _2026-08-23 · Latest News | FOX 2_ White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt is returning to her old job after she leaves her post at the end of the month.