Trump, European Union leaders pull back from trade war
In a hastily called Rose Garden appearance with President Donald Trump, European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker said the U.S. and the EU have agreed to hold off on new tariffs.
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Marion County board approves six more early-voting sites
The board unanimously approved the sites two weeks after U.S. District Judge Sarah Evans Barker ruled the panel must approve at least five early voting sites.
Anthem hikes 2018 forecast after better-than-expected quarterly earnings
Lower medical expenses, acquisitions and enrollment gains helped profit rise 23 percent for the Indianapolis-based insurer in the second quarter.
EPA chief: U.S. needs single standard for fuel efficiency
Andrew Wheeler spoke to a small group of reporters at EPA headquarters, ahead of a Trump administration proposal that's expected to freeze some future Obama-era mileage goals.
Indiana spent $1.3M on child welfare studies that weren’t acted on
Five reviews of the Indiana Department of Child Services cost more than $1.3 million but yielded no state action to address the troubled agency's increasing caseloads.
Trump rolls out $12B plan to help farmers hurt by trade disputes
Many farmers remain critical of President Donald Trump's tariffs, but were also appreciative Tuesday that he offered to provide some cash to help offset their losses.
Indiana schools request 3,200 metal detectors under new program
The program will provide one free hand-held metal detector for every 250 students.
Group to raise funds for embattled Indiana AG’s defense
Supporters of embattled Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill have created a not-for-profit to raise money for his legal defense.
Rose-Hulman lands $15M gift for new $29M academic building
The 60,000-square-foot, three-story building is expected to open for the 2021-22 school year and include workspaces, design studios, flexible classrooms and chemistry laboratories.
G-20 calls for more dialogue on rising trade tensions
The world's top financial officials called Sunday for more dialogue on trade disputes that threaten global economic growth, with one warning that differences remain and tensions could escalate further.
Economy helps create job openings for disabled in Indiana
Businesses are more willing to reach out to Goodwill, the Logan Center and other nonprofits that train individuals with disabilities to work in businesses.
Colts will give Luck days off but no limitations on field
The team’s plan calls for Andrew Luck to throw about four days per week at training camp, simulating his regular-season routine. But nobody can say with certainty when, or if, the quarterback will regain his Pro Bowl form.
Trump heightens tariff threat in trade war with China
President Donald Trump on Friday escalated his threats to punish China for its trade policies, and he also took a shot at the Federal Reserve over its interest rate hikes.
Colleges ask for share of future salary in lieu of loans
In contrast with traditional loans, students with income share agreements pay back a percentage of their salary for a set period of time after graduation.
Analysis: It could be difficult to remove Indiana Attorney General Hill
Should the situation involving sexual misconduct allegations devolve further, there are several—albeit rarely used—ways the Legislature could oust Attorney General Curtis Hill from office.
Muncie’s former building commissioner admits corruption
Craig Nichols, who resigned Wednesday, pleaded guilty to on count each of wire fraud and money laundering. He faces a maximum of 20 years in prison on each count.
Purdue professor, wife indicted on federal fraud charge
The indictment alleges the director of the Purdue Center for Materials Processing Research received more than $1.3 million in grants from the National Science Foundation and used some of the funds to buy a home and to pay salaries to his two minor children.
NCAA to study possible effects of widespread legal wagering
The Indianapolis-based NCAA plans to study how the expansion of legalized betting could affect college athletics and member schools.
Indiana Black Expo moves concert indoors over weather concerns
The move could cut potential attendance at Friday evening’s show from about 30,000 to no more than 8,000.
Indiana environmentalists push back on EPA’s coal ash rules
Environmental leaders say the new rule changes for coal-fired power plants put Indiana residents particularly at risk because the state has the most coal ash ponds in the country.