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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.