Another Hoosier Superdelegate Supports Obama

A seventh Indiana superdelegate has decided to support Barack Obama. Northwest Indiana Congressman Pete Visclosky announced his decision yesterday.

Souder Breaks With Bush, Votes for Farm Bill

Northeastern Indiana Congressman Mark Souder is one of 100 Republicans who broke with President Bush and voted for a $290 Billion farm bill. Republican Dan Burton, who also represents part of the Q101 area, voted against the bill.

State Launches New Tourism Web Site

The Indiana Office of Tourism Development has launched a new Web site to promote college towns, motorcycle rides and outdoor activities. The new site - LiveIndiana.net - is geared toward younger travelers who use the Internet as their main resource for information.

ATV Accident Kills Boy, 6

An all-terrain vehicle accident killed a six-old-old Markle boy last night. Conservation officers say he was riding an A-T-V that a seven-year-old girl was driving. The girl made a turn that was too sharp and lost control. Neither child was wearing a helmet.

Gasoline Prices Jump Again

Gasoline prices jumped close to four bucks a gallon yesterday. At last check, some Warsaw stations were selling regular unleaded gasoline for as much as $3.96. Find the lowest prices in your area. Meanwhile, the federal government is buying about 70-thousand barrels of crude oil a day for its strategic reserves. Both houses of Congress are calling on President Bush to temporarily stop those purchases.

Sen. Meeks Withdraws Reelection Bid

A state senator whose district includes part of Kosciusko County has decided not to run for reelection. Republican Robert Meeks of LaGrange says declining health is forcing him to leave the Senate after his term ends this year.

Feds Assess Indy 500 as Terrorist Target

The federal government has released an assessment that indicates that the Indianapolis 500 is an attractive target for terrorists. But the officials say they have no credible or specific threat aimed at the race. A spokesman for the speedway says it is standard practice for the government to issue such assessments before major sporting events.

Hoosier Soldier Dies in Iraq

A soldier from the northwestern Indiana community of Knox has become the latest from Indiana to die in Iraq. The Pentagon says 23-year-old Specialist Joseph Ford died Saturday of injuries he suffered in a vehicle accident.

Daniels Endorses Candidates

Governor Daniels has endorsed Valparaiso Mayor Jon Costas for attorney general and Greater Clark County Schools Superintendent Tony Bennett for superintendent of public instruction. Neither incumbent Attorney General Steve Carter nor Superintendent of Public Instruction Suellen Reed are seeking re-election.

Fire Destroys Peru Store, Damages Circus Facility

Flames roared through a furniture store in downtown Peru over the weekend. The fire also damaged the historic Circus City Festival Arena next door. No injuries were reported.