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Attorney General Todd Rokita secures $49.5 million multistate settlement with Blackbaud for data breach 

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Attorney General Todd Rokita secures $49.5 million multistate settlement with Blackbaud for data breach 

Attorney General Todd Rokita continued his leadership in the fight to hold tech companies accountable for consumer privacy today, announcing a $49.5 million multistate settlement with the software company, Blackbaud. 

“Nonprofits doing their great work rely and depend on vendors like Blackbaud to protect sensitive and private information,” Attorney General Rokita said. “This type of leak is unacceptable, and we fought back on behalf of Hoosiers.” 

Attorney General Rokita, with the Attorney General of Vermont, led a coalition of 50 attorneys general to investigate the incident and negotiate a settlement after its deficient data security practices and response to a 2020 data breach that exposed the personal information of millions of consumers. Under the settlement, Blackbaud has agreed to overhaul its data security and breach notification practices and also make a $49.5 million payment to states.  

As lead state, Indiana will receive nearly $3.6 million from the settlement, more than any other state.  

“While it doesn’t make up for Blackbaud’s negligence, I am glad we have held them accountablefor their actions,” Attorney General Rokita said.   

Blackbaud provides software to various nonprofit organizations, including charities, schools, churches, and healthcare organizations. Blackbaud’s customers use their software to connect with donors and manage data about their constituents, including demographic information. Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, financial information, donation history, and protected health information were also given to the company.  

This type of highly sensitive information was exposed during the 2020 data breach, which impacted over 13,000 Blackbaud customers and their respective consumer constituents.   

The settlement resolves allegations that Blackbaud violated state consumer protection laws, breach notification laws, and HIPAA by failing to implement reasonable data security, which allowed hackers to gain access to the network.  

Blackbaud also failed to provide its customers with timely, complete, or accurate information regarding the breach, which is required by law.  

As a result of their actions, the proper notification to consumers, whose personal information was exposed, was significantly delayed or never occurred at all. Blackbaud downplayed the incident and led its customers to believe that notification was not required. 

Under the settlement led by Attorney General Rokita and his office, Blackbaud has agreed to strengthen its data security and breach notification practices going forward.   

Attorney General Todd Rokita continued his leadership in the fight to hold tech companies accountable for consumer privacy today, announcing a $49.5 million multistate settlement with the software company, Blackbaud. 

“Nonprofits doing their great work rely and depend on vendors like Blackbaud to protect sensitive and private information,” Attorney General Rokita said. “This type of leak is unacceptable, and we fought back on behalf of Hoosiers.” 

Attorney General Rokita, with the Attorney General of Vermont, led a coalition of 50 attorneys general to investigate the incident and negotiate a settlement after its deficient data security practices and response to a 2020 data breach that exposed the personal information of millions of consumers. Under the settlement, Blackbaud has agreed to overhaul its data security and breach notification practices and also make a $49.5 million payment to states.  

As lead state, Indiana will receive nearly $3.6 million from the settlement, more than any other state.  

“While it doesn’t make up for Blackbaud’s negligence, I am glad we have held them accountablefor their actions,” Attorney General Rokita said.   

Blackbaud provides software to various nonprofit organizations, including charities, schools, churches, and healthcare organizations. Blackbaud’s customers use their software to connect with donors and manage data about their constituents, including demographic information. Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, financial information, donation history, and protected health information were also given to the company.  

This type of highly sensitive information was exposed during the 2020 data breach, which impacted over 13,000 Blackbaud customers and their respective consumer constituents.   

The settlement resolves allegations that Blackbaud violated state consumer protection laws, breach notification laws, and HIPAA by failing to implement reasonable data security, which allowed hackers to gain access to the network.  

Blackbaud also failed to provide its customers with timely, complete, or accurate information regarding the breach, which is required by law.   

As a result of their actions, the proper notification to consumers, whose personal information was exposed, was significantly delayed or never occurred at all. Blackbaud downplayed the incident and led its customers to believe that notification was not required. 

Under the settlement led by Attorney General Rokita and his office, Blackbaud has agreed to strengthen its data security and breach notification practices going forward.   

Indiana’s settlement is attached.

Attorney General Todd Rokita continued his leadership in the fight to hold tech companies accountable for consumer privacy today, announcing a $49.5 million multistate settlement with the software company, Blackbaud. 

“Nonprofits doing their great work rely and depend on vendors like Blackbaud to protect sensitive and private information,” Attorney General Rokita said. “This type of leak is unacceptable, and we fought back on behalf of Hoosiers.” 

Attorney General Rokita, with the Attorney General of Vermont, led a coalition of 50 attorneys general to investigate the incident and negotiate a settlement after its deficient data security practices and response to a 2020 data breach that exposed the personal information of millions of consumers. Under the settlement, Blackbaud has agreed to overhaul its data security and breach notification practices and also make a $49.5 million payment to states.  

As lead state, Indiana will receive nearly $3.6 million from the settlement, more than any other state.  

“While it doesn’t make up for Blackbaud’s negligence, I am glad we have held them accountablefor their actions,” Attorney General Rokita said.   

Blackbaud provides software to various nonprofit organizations, including charities, schools, churches, and healthcare organizations. Blackbaud’s customers use their software to connect with donors and manage data about their constituents, including demographic information. Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, financial information, donation history, and protected health information were also given to the company.  

This type of highly sensitive information was exposed during the 2020 data breach, which impacted over 13,000 Blackbaud customers and their respective consumer constituents.   

The settlement resolves allegations that Blackbaud violated state consumer protection laws, breach notification laws, and HIPAA by failing to implement reasonable data security, which allowed hackers to gain access to the network.  

Blackbaud also failed to provide its customers with timely, complete, or accurate information regarding the breach, which is required by law.   

As a result of their actions, the proper notification to consumers, whose personal information was exposed, was significantly delayed or never occurred at all. Blackbaud downplayed the incident and led its customers to believe that notification was not required. 

Under the settlement led by Attorney General Rokita and his office, Blackbaud has agreed to strengthen its data security and breach notification practices going forward.   

 

SEN. BRAUN: “JIM JORDAN WOULD SERVE THE AMERICAN PEOPLE WELL AS SPEAKER”

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WASHINGTON – Senator Mike Braun released the following statement supporting Representative Jim Jordan’s bid for Speaker of the House.

“Jim Jordan is a fighter that doesn’t back down, and that’s what we need to secure the border and stop Joe Biden’s inflation bomb agenda. He would stand up to the D.C. establishment and serve the American people well as Speaker of the House.” – Senator Mike Braun

Shooting Incident Battery-Committed with Deadly Weapon 1300 W. Virginia St.

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On October 5th, at 8:44 p.m., Evansville Police Officers were dispatched to the 1300 block of W Virginia St. in reference to multiple shots fired. Officers located an adult male victim and an adult female victim inside of their residence. Both victims had a single gunshot wound and were transported to a local hospital for treatment. They were both alert and conscious and able to speak with officers about the incident.

The victims stated that they had just returned to the residence from the store. The male victim had reached out to a female acquaintance about purchasing some marijuana. The female acquaintance and the suspect, Xavier C. Washington, arrived together at the victims’ residence. The male victim walked outside to meet with Washington. He purchased some marijuana and exchanged some Xanax pills. After the exchange, Washington left but shortly returned to the victims’ residence.

Washington returned to the victims’ residence because he thought the male victim shorted
him on a Xanax pill. Washington and the male victim began to argue outside of the residence. Washington pulled out a handgun and fired several rounds at the victim. The female victim opened the front door because she heard the commotion and was struck in the foot by a bullet. The male victim ran inside and told her that he had also been struck by a bullet.

Washington fled the scene in a silver Nissan Altima. The description of the vehicle was sent
out to law enforcement officers. EPD Officers and VCSO Deputies that were in the area located the suspect vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. Washington was detained and taken to EPD Headquarters to speak with detectives.

Baird Releases Statement After Two Bills He Promoted Signed into Law

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Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement after two bills he promoted were signed into law by President Joe Biden. Among several bills signed by the president were H.R. 5110, the Protecting Hunting Heritage and Education Act, and S.112, which strengthens benefits for the children of Vietnam veterans born with spina bifida.

“I’m pleased to report that during a time of intense gridlock in Washington, we are making progress on my legislative priorities and delivering on the promises made to Hoosiers,” said Rep. Baird. “These bills passed both chambers unanimously, confirming we can secure legislative victories without resorting to unproductive political games. I would like to thank my colleagues who helped shepherd these bills through Congress and get them on the president’s desk. Together, we are delivering much-needed victories for the American people.”

Background:

On June 7th, Congressman Baird introduced H.R. 3888, the House companion to S.112, to strengthen benefits for children of Vietnam veterans born with spina bifida. The children of Vietnam veterans have an increased risk of spina bifida, a neural tube defect in the spine, due to their parent’s exposure to Agent Orange and other herbicides. This legislation will strengthen existing benefits for Vietnam veterans and establish a plan to contact eligible individuals.

The full text of S. 112 can be found here.

President Biden also signed H.R. 5110, a bipartisan and bicameral bill to restore Federal funding for hunting, archery, and sport shooting classes in schools. On July 31st, the Department of Education (ED) confirmed they had prohibited the use of Federal funds for these programs under the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (BSCA) signed in 2022 by the Democrat-controlled Congress. H.R. 5110 clarifies that ED cannot withhold funds from schools that offer these programs under the authority granted to them by the BSCA. Congressman Baird is a proud cosponsor of this legislation.

The full text of H.R. 5110 can be found here.

2023 Annual Professional Ethics Seminar happening November 16

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Nurses physicians, clergy, case managers, social workers, hospital and health facility administrators, and other healthcare professionals are invited to the 2023 Annual Professional Ethics Seminar, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, November 16 in Carter Hall, located in University Center West. This seminar is jointly provided by the University of Southern Indiana, Ascension St. Vincent Evansville and Deaconess Health System.

“This seminar will engage participants with discussions of common ethical issues, dilemmas and challenges,” said Jen Palmer, Professional Development Specialist with the USI Center for Health Professions Lifelong Learning. “We have a variety of speakers planned that will address current issues affecting healthcare professionals today, and attendees will learn best practices they can incorporate into their practice.”

This year’s speakers are:

  • Elliot Bedford, PhD, Director of Ethics Integration for Ascension St. Vincent Indiana, will speak on Health Equity and Social Justice.
  • Lynn Herr, RN, BSN, CPN, Director, Clinical & Outreach Division of the Vanderburgh County Health Department, will speak on Health Equity and Regional Health Issues.
  • Karenrose Contreras, MD, MSCR, FACOG, Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist with The Women’s Hospital, will speak on The Impact of the Roe v. Wade Decision and the Indiana Abortion Law.
  • Karl Sash, MD, Director of Palliative Care with Ascension St. Vincent Evansville, will speak on Resource Allocation: Cases from Ascension St. Vincent.
  • Jarrod A. Malone, Esq., Attorney with Stoll Keenon Ogden, PLLC, will speak on Ethical Dilemmas: Legal.
  • Kevin Valadares, PhD, USI Professor and Chair of Healthcare Administration, and Nick Rhoades, MHA, BA, BSN, RN, Chair of the Ethics Coordinating Council at Ascension St. Vincent Evansville, will lead a session, Dilemmas: Student-Facing (Patient and Student Case).

A panel discussion on equity with pain management and dilemmas faced by providers will be led by William Blanke, MD, Ascension Medical Group; Anna Dauer, MD, Palliative Care; Shauntrece Deters, FNP, NP-C, Deaconess Palliative Care; and Kimberly Gibson, RN, BSN, CHPN, Ascension Palliative Care.

Registration: The cost to attend this seminar is $100 a person ($20 for undergraduates), which includes continental breakfast, lunch and online access to presentation materials. A valid email address is required to receive conference materials, program evaluation and continuing education certificates.

To register, visit USI.edu/health/ethics. Registration required by November 10. No refunds will be issued after November 10.

For more information, contact Kelley Collazo, Senior Administrative Assistant, at 812-461-5217 or kacollazo@usi.edu

Continuing Education Information

In support of improving patient care, University of Southern Indiana Center for Health Professions Lifelong Learning is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), and the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program to provide continuing education for the health care team.

As a Jointly Accredited Organization, the University of Southern Indiana Center for Health Professions Lifelong Learning is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved under this program. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit.

The University of Southern Indiana maintains responsibility for these courses. Attendees will receive up to 6.0 contact hours with completed program evaluation.

IPCE Credit

This activity was planned by and for the health care team, and learners will receive 6.0 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit for learning and change. 

The University of Southern Indiana is an approved provider of continuing education for several professionals licensed in the state of Indiana, including social workers, marriage and family therapists, psychologists, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, and dental professionals.

Health Facility Administrators

Health facility administrators will receive 6.0 clock hours for this program. The University of Southern Indiana has been approved by the Indiana Board of Health Facility Administrators as a sponsor of continuing education programs for health facility administrators (License #98000033A)

Chaplains

The provider of this educational event has designed the program so that it may be considered by participants for use as continuing education as required by the Common Qualifications and Competencies for Professional Chaplains for those certified by the Association for Professional Chaplains, the National Association of Catholic Chaplains and the National Association of Jewish Chaplains.

UE men’s soccer returns home for match with RV Western Michigan

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It will be the team’s first match in Evansville since 1985
 
EVANSVILLE, Ind. — The University of Evansville men’s soccer team will be trying to use some of its home magic against the RV Western Michigan Broncos.

After a tough loss to the Bowling Green Falcons last week, the Purple Aces return to Arad McCutchan Stadium will be against another tough opponent. UE will face one of the three Valley teams receiving votes in the United Soccer Coaches Poll in the Broncos for the team’s first matchup since 2009. Evansville has the advantage of having a full week to prepare for Western Michigan for the visitor’s first match at McCutchan Stadium.

Despite having their comeback fall short last week, it was a record game for several Aces players against Bowling Green. Defender Nacho Diaz-Caneja scored his first collegiate goal against Bowling Green in the 64th minute with an assist from freshman winger Auden Engen Vik for his first collegiate point. Engen Vik also recorded multiple assists on Saturday, having a helper on both goals in Ohio. Senior forward Kai Phillip also set a career-high in Evansville’s game against the Falcons by taking six shots in the match.

The Broncos come into Saturday’s match with an unbeaten streak of nine matches. Western Michigan is a game away from matching last year’s best unbeaten streak of 10 games, in which they recorded nine wins and one tie for a program record. On offense, the Broncos are led by Dylan Sing and Charlie Sharp. The duo has combined for 14 of WMU’s 19 goals. Sharp is second on the WMU all-time scoring list with 30 goals and Sing is in a three-player tie with Tom Oatly (2004-07) and Mosen Khani (1979-82) for the fourth most goals scored in program history with 24 goals scored.

 UE put 11 shots on goal against Bowling Green, making them the best team in the Valley for shots on goal per game. UE is currently averaging 6.9 shots on goal over 90 minutes, which puts them at 10th in the nation among Division I teams. The Aces are also Top Ten in the nation in shot accuracy at no. seven with a 52.7% shot accuracy.

Coyote Creek Classic next up for UE ladies

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Tournament set for Saturday and Sunday

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Another busy weekend is ahead for the University of Evansville women’s golf team who travel to Peoria, Ill. for the Coyote Creek Classic.

Hosted by Bradley University, the event will be held on Oct. 7th and 8th at the par-72 Coyote Creek Golf Club.  Action will begin on Oct. 7th in a shotgun approach at 8:30, followed by action on Oct. 8th starting at the same time.

The competition field includes Illinois State, Green Bay, Chicago State, Southern Indiana, Western Illinois, Northern Iowa, Bradley, and Purdue Fort Wayne.

Evansville is coming off a 7th-place finish at the Saluki Invitational earlier this week.  Kate Petrova, Jane Grankina and Trinity Dubbs each posted their lowest scores at Dalhousie Golf Club.  Petrova was the top finisher for the Aces, tying for 7th place.  After identical rounds of 76 in the first day of action, Petrova carded a 2-over 74 in the final 18.  Her 226 earned the top 10 finish.

Magdalena Borisova and Grankina were next up for Evansville, tying for 28th with 3-round tallies of 242.  Grankina registered her lowest score of the tournament with a 76 while Borisova completed the day with an 83.  Finishing two strokes behind the duo was Trinity Dubbs.  Improving in each round of the tournament, she scored a 75 on Tuesday to finish in 32nd.

Destynie Sheridan completed the three rounds with a 252.  She checked in with an 84 in the final round.  Adeline Wittmer scored a 98 in the last 18 on her way to a final score of 290.

Vanderburgh County Arrest Warrants

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Weekly Death Report

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Weekly Death Report Sept 04 to Sept 10 2023

Aces fall to Panthers in weekend opener

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UE welcomes Drake on Saturday evening

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Following an opening set that saw the University of Evansville volleyball team give Northern Iowa everything it could handle, the Panthers fended off the challenge to take a 3-0 win on Friday evening inside Meeks Family Fieldhouse.

Melanie Feliciano and Giulia Cardona were each held to a season-low six kills apiece.  Angelica Gonzalez Maltes picked up the first two kills of her career while Chloe Cline tied her season mark with three.  Lexi Owen also added her first collegiate kill while Holland Morris was on the floor for the first time as an Ace.

The Panthers were led by Emily Holterhaus’ 18 kills.

Game 1 – UNI 25, UE 21

After Northern Iowa started the evening with a 6-2 lead, Evansville called a time out and immediately responded.  Helped by two Emilee Scheumann kills and an ace from Cardona, the Aces tied the score at 6-6.  The Panthers wrestled the lead away and would push their advantage to 14-11.

Once again, the Aces countered as a 5-1 run saw UE take its first lead of the match.  Scheumann added another kill while Chloe Cline recorded one of her own.  A pair of kills from Feliciano helped UE take its largest lead at 20-16 as the Aces looked to open the night with a win.  Unfortunately, UNI had the answer in the form of a 9-1 rally to end the set and take a 25-21 decision.

Game 2 – UNI 25, UE 17

Evansville performed extremely well in the opening moments of the seconds frame as they turned a 6-3 deficit into an 11-8 lead.  Another ace from Cardona highlighted the stretch while the Aces forced three Panther errors.

UNI quickly responded with six in a row to retake a 14-11 lead.  From there, they would pull away to take a 25-17 victory and a 2-0 match lead.  In total, they completed the set on a 17-6 run.

Game 3 – UNI 25, UE 8

Already up 2-0 in the match, the Panthers scored 11 of the first 13 points and would not look back as they clinched the match win with a 25-8 decision in the set.

On Saturday, the Aces welcome Drake for a 5 p.m. contest inside Meeks Family Fieldhouse.

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