Berne City Council weighs “line of sight” rule in nuisance ordinance update
Berne council members and residents debated a proposed line‑of‑sight rule for nuisance complaints, raising questions about fairness and community impact.
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Monroe Council Advances Street Projects, Approves Truck Purchase, Supports Transit Funding
Monroe council reviewed street work, utility repairs, a truck purchase, and approved funding for county transportation during its Aug. 6 meeting.
Move Over Starbucks – Family Express Wins Conditional Approval for Decatur Store Plan
Decatur’s plan commission granted conditional approval for a new Family Express store at 1325 Nutman Street, pending final storm‑drainage verification.
Meteor Shower Set to Peak Over Northeast Indiana on Aug. 12–13
Up to 100 meteors per hour may be visible in NE Indiana as the Perseids peak overnight Aug. 12–13 under a new‑moon sky.
Federal Judge Rules Key National Firearms Act Requirements Unconstitutional After Taxes Drop to Zero
A federal judge in Texas ruled that National Firearms Act registration and approval requirements for suppressors and short‑barreled firearms are unconstitutional after Congress eliminated the NFA tax. The decision limits ATF enforcement for plaintiffs and sets up a major appellate fight.