IU planning $10M building for Marching Hundred band
The 30,000-square-foot facility would be built just south of Assembly Hall and Memorial Stadium on the Bloomington campus’ northern end.
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U.S. construction spending hits highest level in 8 years
U.S. construction spending jumped in October, fueled by solid gains in home building and the largest increase in federal construction in nine years.
U.S. factory activity shows first monthly decline in three years
U.S. manufacturers have hit a rut in 2015. A global economic slowdown and a rising dollar have crimped exports, while lower oil prices have led energy firms to slash their orders.
Nine state schools among 82 getting $45M in theology grants
Indianapolis-based Lilly Endowment Inc. said the grants are part of its effort to identify and cultivate theologically minded youth who will become leaders in their churches and society.
Indiana-dominated RV-manufacturing industry completes turnaround
Recreational vehicle shipments from manufacturers to dealers are expected to increase 3.5 percent to 369,100 units this year. That's up from 353,400 units in 2007, the last year before sales tanked along with the economy.
Many turned away from state’s preschool program
The majority of families who applied for Indiana's new preschool pilot program for disadvantaged children were turned away due to limited funding.
Cyber Monday sales still on top, but losing some luster
Monday is expected to be the biggest online shopping day ever, with estimates that it will rack up over $3 billion in sales.
Giving and getting grief: For the rich, increasingly common
Scorn for the rich and powerful dates at least to the Gilded Age heyday of Rockefeller and Carnegie, but experts who track philanthropy say the spate of indignation this year has reached new heights.
Northwest Indiana lawmakers push pro sports team bill
A group of state lawmakers dreaming of bringing a professional sports team to northwestern Indiana is pushing a bill that would create a panel tasked with pursuing that goal.
I-69 extension meetings set in Indianapolis, Morgan County
Indiana highway officials are set to present new details about five preliminary routes for the final section of the Interstate 69 extension south of Indianapolis during public meetings this week.
Sons’ struggles fuel state rep’s battle against heroin use
Rep. Cindy Ziemke said she is going public about her family's odyssey because the state's growing heroin problem is such an important issue. The General Assembly will consider legislative solutions during its upcoming session.
Retiring Indiana justice praises state selection process
An Indiana Supreme Court justice who is stepping down says he believes the state's process for picking his replacement contributes to public confidence in the court system.
Black Friday store sales fall as Americans buy more online
A big reason for the declines is increased online shopping, as Americans hunt down deals on their smartphones, tablets and computers.
House speaker, ex-health chairman clash over demotion
The former chairman of the Indiana House health committee blames his removal from the position on his policy differences with fellow Republicans, a claim the GOP House speaker disputes.
Veteran Indiana state senator considering retirement
One of the longest-serving members of the Indiana Legislature says she’s leaning toward retirement after 33 years in the Indiana Senate and House.
Colts picked to play game in London for first time
The Indianapolis Colts will take on the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium in London on Oct. 2, the National Football League announced Wednesday.
Indiana election turnout averages 20.5 percent statewide
Secretary of State Connie Lawson announced the turnout figure for the Nov. 3 elections Tuesday. She said nearly 560,000 of the 2.7 million eligible Indiana voters cast ballots.
IndyCar adds additional tethers to improve safety in 2016
Three months after Justin Wilson's death at Pocono Raceway, IndyCar is taking more steps to reduce crash debris and improve safety.
Indiana seeks extension for dual-credit teacher rules
The Higher Learning Commission voted earlier this month to allow states to seek an extension of up to five years.
Evansville riverboat owner plans new on-shore casino
The owner of Evansville's casino says it plans to move from its current riverboat docked along the Ohio River to a new $50 million on-shore facility.