Midwest/IN/Chicago: Maternal overdoses/scams/utilities/schools psych/Gary events/vet taxes
Key Questions
What is the leading cause of death for new Indiana mothers?
Overdoses top postpartum deaths, outpacing others; pregnancy doesn't cure addiction. CHOICE program aids with Black gaps.
Why are Indiana schools outsourcing psychologists?
Shortage of school psychologists forces outsourcing amid growing needs.
What utility crises are hitting Indiana?
NIPSCO lockout of 1600 and CenterPoint $2k bills spark uproar and rallies; HEA1002 for relief.
What scams are targeting Indiana residents?
Fake court documents and traffic ticket texts surge; AARP pushes anti-scam awareness. State police warn statewide.
What Gary cold case was recently charged?
Man accused of killing 4 in Gary in early 2002; cold case advanced.
What veteran tax reforms are in Indiana?
Vet tax reforms mentioned amid recovery efforts.
When does early voting start in Indiana?
Early voting began for 2026 May primaries at county clerks.
What weather is hitting Chicago and Midwest?
Blustery winds and late lakeshore snow in Chicago; cold shot April 6.
Maternal overdoses top postpartum (CHOICE/Black gaps); psych shortage schools outsource; NIPSCO/CenterPoint utility crises; court text scams/AARP Fraud; Gary cold case charged/Michael screening Apr13; vet tax reforms; early voting May; Music Box expands.