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Bruno’s, a West Lafayette and Purdue landmark, closing this week
After 70 years, Bruno’s Pizza will make way for work on a $250 million redevelopment project. Yearlong search doesn’t find a new home for a Purdue…
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As Natalia Grace doc looms, prosecutor releases evidence blocked in Barnett case
Birth records, DNA evidence, allegations of abuse weren’t allowed in neglect cases against Michael and Kristine Barnett. 'Curious Case of Natalia Grace…
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Downtown post office looks for new home as feds rethink Halleck Building
What’s next for federal building still unclear, city keeping tabs. Plus, Convos unveils 2025-26 season shows. McCutcheon preps for 50th anniversary. And…
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City council gets earful on how LPD handled confrontation at ‘Hands Off’ rally
Organizers, witnesses say police blew them off after releasing a man who brought out an assault-style gun after confrontation with demonstrators at the…
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Driver with rifle detained, let go after confrontation at anti-Trump rally
During an anti-Trump rally that drew hundreds to the Tippecanoe County Courthouse, a driver who left his truck in Trump gear to confront crowd gets head…
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LPD asks for video after MAGA driver gets head-butted, carries rifle into ‘Hands Off’ rally Saturday
Driver with rifle says he was provoked. Witnesses say he instigated. Police now asking for more video of scene at courthouse. Meanwhile, man who…
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Lafayette fines former Purdue basketball player who won’t fix rentals with no heat
The $5,000 civil penalty is a first for Lafayette. City accuses Stephen Toyra of ignoring orders to fix near-downtown rental with no heat, limited…
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WLFI meteorologist Chad Evans signing off: ‘Writing’s been on the wall’
With uncertainty in the business and threat of a layoff looming, Evans decides to leave on his own terms. Last TV18 forecast set for 11 p.m. Friday.
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WLFI meteorologist Chad Evans faces layoff in Allen Media’s long-distance approach to weather
Parent company announced plan to ‘hub’ local forecasts through The Weather Channel. WLFI's Chad Evans confirms he’ll lose his job in the change. Last…
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Pastor Steve Viars, asked to resign, leaves Faith Church
Viars led Faith Church for 37 years through huge growth, community partnerships and lightning rod moments on social, cultural issues. Plus, date set for…
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A step toward censure leaves WL school board members still at odds
Dacia Mumford says she doesn’t plan to stop publishing her summaries and commentary about school board meetings, something others say cross a line…
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A look inside the historic Ball home on Ninth Street Hill
Opened for an October tour, the Ball Mansion is something to see
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