Recent study reveals large gaps in eligible families receiving benefits.
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Why you shouldn’t try to apply for FEMA aid yet
Governor says if Indiana isn’t approved for individual assistance from FEMA, the state will provide financial relief.
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Most Indiana homeowners don’t have flood insurance. Here’s what to know
After historic flooding, many residents don’t have insurance to cover the costs of repairs.
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9 tips for Indiana residents facing historic floods
How to find shelters, report damage and return home.
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Why you’re seeing so many tomatoes at farmers’ markets
High temperatures, regular rainfall and hardy varieties mean bumper crop for many southern Indiana growers.
Posted inSports
Four Indiana athletes head to Special Olympics trials
They will compete to represent the U.S. at the Special Olympics World Games in Chile.
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Tariff refunds arrive for some Indiana companies
But smaller companies are struggling to get their share of the $3.3B Indiana businesses paid.
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Why Indiana homeowners insurance may pay less for roof fixes
Hail and windstorms are partly to blame for higher premiums and less coverage.
Posted inGovernment
Around 7,000 Haitian workers to be removed from Indiana’s workforce
Residents from Haiti can no longer legally live or work in U.S. after Temporary Protected Status ends.
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Why an Indiana coroner replaced white sheets with handmade quilts
Program started after coroner questioned how the office could treat families better.
