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Watch 'Indiana Newsdesk:' Welfare System, East Chicago Lead

Coming up on  Indiana Newsdesk:

When adults show up to court, they’re guaranteed the right to an attorney. But that doesn’t happen for children who make their way through the state’s welfare system. Ahead, we look at a lawsuit that challenges Indiana’s model.

An elementary school in East Chicago that  closed because of lead contamination is reborn as a church. But there are questions about whether it’s as safe as federal officials claim. 

And the battle over passing a hate crimes law in Indiana continues … with Governor Holcomb and Republican legislative leaders at odds over the best approach.

Those stories plus the latest news headlines from across the state right now on Indiana Newsdesk!

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Anchor "Indiana Newsdesk," "Ask The Mayor" - WTIU/WFIU News. Formerly host of "The Weekly Special." Hebron, Ind. native, IU Alumnus. Follow him on Twitter @Joe_Hren