Category: Education

Watch Video WASHINGTON — Betsy DeVos, Donald Trump’s Education Secretary nominee, appears to have lifted quotes in at least two instances in written answers submitted to the Senate committee tasked with approving her nomination. After DeVos’ confirmation hearing was limited to one round of questions by Sen. Lamar Alexander, chairman of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions,

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind.– Twenty-five area high school seniors inspired countless families with their courage to overcome hardships and tragedies Friday. Their tales were shared at the Kiwanis Club of Indianapolis’ 42nd Annual Abe Lincoln Scholarship Awards Banquet. The students were nominated by their high schools for facing challenges ranging from mental health issues to sudden tragedy and crime. “I put a

MUNCIE, Ind. – More than $9 million meant for repairs at Muncie Community Schools is not available now, according to the district superintendent. The funds were acquired through a bond in 2014 and meant specifically for repairs at several schools. District leaders say the money was used to cover cash flow problems over the years. The issues at some aging

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – New pricing changes start Wednesday at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis aimed at saving customers money. The changes come in time for families planning for spring break. The new Plan-Ahead Pricing means families can save up to 65 percent if they buy in advance. Tickets can be redeemed starting March 13. Now prices range from $12-$35, and,

HAMILTON COUNTY, Ind. – A survivor of sex trafficking is sharing her story at an event in Fishers this weekend in hopes of educating parents about pimps targeting children in the suburbs. Heather Sewell was raised in a broken home. She was raped at the age of 14 and then placed into foster care at 17. When she turned 18,