Prosecutors want 12-1/2-year sentence for nursing home exec involved in kickback scheme 5:38 PM
James Burkhart, who pleaded guilty to fraud, will be sentenced June 27 in federal court. His lawyers are asking for a four-year sentence.
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Franciscan and other health systems spend millions in booming Johnson County 2:00 PM
Franciscan Health is the undisputed king of south-side health care providers, but its executives see a huge opportunity to expand services even farther south into fast-growing Johnson County.
Firm behind BlueIndy car-sharing service kicked to curb in Paris12:34 PM
The French capital on Thursday canceled its contract with Bollore after the company predicted losses totaling $348 million over the next five years and asked for taxpayers to pick up much of the cost.
Biotech comeback: Eli Lilly making renewed push in lucrative field it once pioneered
Lilly expects to soon announce late-stage clinical trial results for two biotech drugs designed to slow the inflammation caused by autoimmune diseases. By the end of the year, it will announce results for a third.
As Circle Centre turns 20, declining performance, anchor woes spur worry
Sales per square foot are down, the building itself is aging, and persuading the lone anchor, Carson Pirie Scott, to stay another three years required generous incentives.
Warnings about broker's tactics went unheeded
Several state employees openly questioned how John Bales' real estate brokerage did business long before the FBI launched an investigation that led to his indictment.
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Supreme Court: Police need search warrants to track cellphones12:14 PM
Chief Justice John Roberts, joined by the court's four liberals in the 5-4 decision, wrote that "an individual maintains a legitimate expectation of privacy in the record of his physical movements" as they are captured by cellphone towers.
Nations hitting back against U.S. tariffs in trade fight11:41 AM
The European Union is set Friday to slap tariffs on $3.4 billion in American products. India and Turkey have already targeted products ranging from rice to autos to sunscreen. And a showdown with China still looms.
Hoosier businessman starts active-shooter preparedness business11:27 AM
A former police officer and county coroner has tapped Seymour Police Department Capt. Carl Lamb to serve as training manager for churches, schools and businesses.
Lawsuit challenges constitutionality Indiana's abortion laws11:21 AM
The suit filed Thursday by organizations including the Whole Woman's Health Alliance says the state's laws have "severely limited" a woman's access to abortions.
Pacers steal UCLA guard Aaron Holiday with 23rd pick in draft
Holiday averaged 20.3 points, 5.8 assists and 1.3 steals while shooting 42.2 percent on 3-pointers last season, becoming the first Bruins player to lead the Pac-12 in scoring since former Pacers star Reggie Miller in 1985-86.
Supreme Court rules states can force online shoppers to pay sales tax
The 5-4 ruling Thursday is a win for states, including Indiana, who said they were losing out on billions of dollars annually under two decades-old Supreme Court decisions that impacted online sales tax collection.
China says U.S. swinging 'big stick' of unfair trade tactics
President Trump has ordered tariffs on $50 billion in Chinese goods in response to Beijing's forced transfer of U.S. technology and alleged intellectual property theft, and threatened to impose duties on $400 billion more.
Holcomb, other lawmakers criticize Trump's tariff policy
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb discussed trade with Vice President Mike Pence during a trip to Washington, D.C. He voiced concern that trade tariffs could economically hurt Indiana.
Purdue to teach beer brewing with new 'fermentation' minor
The classes will be part of a new minor that will be offered in fall through the school's food sciences division.
Workers sue after camera found in Goodwill store bathroom
A lawsuit by five employees of Goodwill of Central and Southern Indiana says the organization failed to protect them from a man accused of recording bathroom videos at a suburban Indianapolis store.
Mobile carriers cut off flow of location data to brokers
Verizon, AT&T, Sprint and T-Mobile have pledged to stop providing information on U.S. phone owners' locations to data brokers, stepping back from a business practice that has drawn criticism for endangering privacy.
Indianapolis firm lone bidder to handle $45M Muncie jail project
The proposed jail in the former Wilson Middle School building would have room for up to 750 inmates.
Holcomb headed to Washington for economic summit
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb will participate in the 2018 SelectUSA Investment Summit, which brings together government officials and business leaders.
Trump administration rolls out new health insurance option
The Trump administration on Tuesday unveiled a health insurance option for small businesses and self-employed people that could lead to lower premiums but may a offer fewer benefits than current plans.
Upping ante, Trump threatens new tariffs on Chinese imports
resident Donald Trump directed the U.S. Trade Representative to prepare new tariffs on $200 billion in Chinese imports on Monday as the two nations moved closer to a potential trade war.
UPDATE: Holcomb pledges action on DCS problems outlined in new report
A review of the state's child welfare system found that dysfunction, a perceived lack of resources and a "culture of fear" contributed to widespread problems.
Justices weigh in on partisan redistricting in 2 states but offer no broader outlines
In cases involving districts in Wisconsin and Maryland, the U.S. Supreme Court sidestepped ruling on whether electoral maps can give an unfair advantage to a political party.
I-69 widening, repaving work nears start in central Indiana
Construction work should be starting soon on a project that will widen or repave a 14-mile section of Interstate 69 northeast of Indianapolis.
Rent-A-Center going private after $800 million acquisition
The chain, which leases household goods on a rent-to-own basis, has more than two dozen locations in the Indianapolis area.
Indiana to study the possibility of interstate tolling
The state is required to study interstate tolling options under the 2017 road-funding plan, which raised gas taxes.
Anderson, former mayor to pay $30K to settle ballot lawsuit
The suit was filed by former employee of the city of Anderson who alleges she was unlawfully arrested and imprisoned while trying to deliver her mother's absentee ballot.
Possible trade war looms as Trump slaps tariffs on Chinese imports
In announcing the tariffs, President Donald Trump said he was fulfilling a campaign pledge to crack down on what he contends are China's unfair trade practices and its efforts to undermine U.S. technology and intellectual property.
Outgoing Indiana Senate president gets major law firm job
Senate President Pro Tem David Long of Fort Wayne joined the Indianapolis-based law firm's public affairs practice as a partner on Friday.
AT&T, Time Warner close $81B merger 2 days after judge's OK
The merger could shape the way consumers stream TV and movies and how much they pay, and stands to usher in a new era of accelerating change and deal making in the media and telecom worlds.
Musk company picked to build Chicago-to-O'Hare express transport
The proposed transportation system would whisk people between downtown Chicago and O'Hare International Airport at speeds of up to 150 mph.
Trump approves plan to impose tough China tariffs
President Donald Trump met Thursday with several Cabinet members and trade advisers and was expected to impose tariffs on at least $35 billion to $40 billion of Chinese imports as early as Friday.
Rolls-Royce preparing to cut 4,600 jobs across the world
About 3,000 of the cuts will affect United Kingdom employees. The company has about 4,000 employees in Indianapolis.
About 20 percent of Indiana's registered voters turned out for May primary
It's a significant increase over the 2014 midterm primary turnout, but a shade under 2010's turnout
U.S. retail sales see biggest monthly climb in six months
U.S. retail sales soared in May, as consumers spent more at home and garden stores, gas stations and restaurants.
Five Indiana airports getting combined $13M in runway grants
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced Wednesday the grants are among $677 million in airport infrastructure grants the Federal Aviation Administration is awarding nationally.
Hall of Famer Anne Donovan, first coach of Fever, dies at 56
Anne Donovan, who won national college basketball championships, Olympic gold medals and an WNBA title, was remembered as "a pioneer and icon in the women's game."
After AT&T's court win, Comcast bids $65B for Fox, as expected
Comcast isn't likely the only mega-media bid in the works. There will probably be a rush to consolidate. Here's a look at some of the proposed combinations that could transform the media landscape and change how people get their entertainment.
Worker protections seen at risk in Trump health care shift
The Trump administration's latest move against "Obamacare" could jeopardize legal protections on pre-existing medical conditions for millions of people with employer coverage, particularly workers in small businesses, say law and insurance experts.
NCAA eases rules on athlete transfers
College athletes will no longer need permission from their coach or school to transfer and receive financial aid from another school.
Fed raises key interest rate, sees possible acceleration in hikes
The Federal Reserve took note of a resilient U.S. economy Wednesday by raising its benchmark interest rate for the second time this year and signaling that it may step up its pace of rate increases.
Federal judge approves $85B AT&T-Time Warner merger
The Trump Justice Department had sued to block the $85 billion merger, arguing that it would hurt competition in cable and satellite TV and jack up costs to consumers for streaming TV and movies.
Anticipation surrounds Fed's rate forecasts after next hike
The Federal Reserve is set Wednesday to modestly raise its key short-term interest rate for the second time this year. But attention will be focused on any hints the Fed might accelerate its hikes in the coming months.
Luck takes private throwing program public at Colts' camp
Nearly 17 months after undergoing surgery on his injured right shoulder, Luck jogged onto the practice field Tuesday and started throwing in front of the public for the first time since October.
Indiana cabinet maker closes Alabama plant with 445 workers
Employees and officials criticized the abrupt closure, which came without prior public notice and was announced to employees at 10 a.m. Tuesday.
Charitable giving in United States tops $400 billion for first time
A surging stock market and huge gifts from billionaires fueled a big increase in giving in 2017, according to the annual Giving USA report by the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at IUPUI.
Indiana gets federal permission for workforce cabinet
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb's newly revamped workforce training cabinet has received the green light from the U.S. Department of Labor.
Federal judge blocks Indiana voter registration law
The left-leaning group Common Cause argues Indiana's use of the interstate "crosscheck" system is "discriminatory."
Indiana continues to see teacher shortages amid drop in pay
Enrollment in teaching programs and those graduating with teaching degrees declined 37 percent from 2004 through 2014.
Protest outside Indianapolis home of HHS chief Azar results in 26 arrests
Police say the demonstrators, some in wheelchairs, were arrested Sunday for trespassing after receiving several warnings.
Indiana GOP platform keeps marriage between man and woman
The delegates to the party's biennial state convention chose the existing plank in its party platform over one floated by Gov. Eric Holcomb's hand-picked party chairman that was intended to be more inclusive.
Salmonella linked to pre-cut melon from local distributor sickens 60 in Midwest
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the fruit was distributed to numerous retailers in eight states, including Indiana. At least 30 people have been hospitalized.
Facebook says privacy-setting glitch affected as many as 14M
The problem, which Facebook said it has fixed, is the latest privacy scandal for the world's largest social media company.
Colts believe Luck almost ready to start throwing footballs again
Andrew Luck did not work out with his teammates Thursday on the final day of offseason workouts and is not expected to begin throwing until after next week's three-day minicamp ends.
Starbucks raises price of a brewed coffee in most U.S. stores
The company, which operates more than 28,000 stores in 77 countries, said inflation in product and operating costs prompted the increase.
Buffett, Dimon urge end to quarterly profit forecasts
Investor Warren Buffett and JP Morgan Chase's Jamie Dimon are encouraging public companies to stop predicting their quarterly earnings and focus on long-term goals.
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WTHR president would 'love it' if Indy 500 could be televised live locally
NBC will broadcast next year's race, marking the first time since 1965 it won't be on ABC. Still, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway has no plans to veer from its longstanding blackout tradition.
Indianapolis' Flat 12 Bierwerks unveils new family-friendly space
The brewery is following competitors that have opened up to minors. Also this week: Campbell's Highland Grill, Camp Bow Wow, Untuckit, Tandoor & Tikka, Qdoba
Two spec buildings proposed for $113M industrial park in Whitestown
The developer of massive Park 130 plans to invest $28 million in the two buildings, which together will total more than 523,000 square feet of space.
Suicide rate soaring in Indiana
Indiana is outpacing the national rate for suicide, which claims more than twice as many lives in the state annually as homicides.
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Neighborhood festivals serve up culture with food
Nothing says summer like paying for dinner with a foot-long span of festival tickets.
2018 Indiana 100: High-growth markets grab White Lodging’s attention
Since founding White Lodging in 1985, the privately held company has gained a reputation for delivering new hotels on time, and for managing them without a surfeit of drama.
Comedy club chain signs lease for downtown location inside Circle Centre mall
The owner of Helium Comedy Clubs says he saw lots of opportunity in the Indianapolis metro area, where at least two major comedy venues have closed since last fall.
Historic Fishers home to be moved to USA Parkway for public display
The Morris-Flanagan-Kincaid House, built in 1861, will move this summer to a roundabout near Ikea, Portillo's and the Yard at Fishers District.
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