Indiana primaries drew 12 percent of eligible voters
Secretary of State Connie Lawson said Monday that fewer than 328,000 of the 2.66 Indiana residents eligible to vote in the May 5 municipal primary elections cast ballots.
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Manufacturing accelerates for first time in 6 months
The pickup in factory activity suggests the economy is improving modestly after a sluggish start to the year. Still, growth remains slow, held back by a range of factors.
Optical Disc Solutions closing its Richmond CD, DVD plant
Optical Disc Solutions Inc. will close its doors at the end of June, idling nearly 40 workers.
Indiana city gives initial OK to reservoir panel ordinance
An ordinance calling for the city of Anderson to join a commission that would handle planning for a proposed $450 million reservoir has won initial approval from the central Indiana city's council.
New Indianapolis Museum of Art policy upsets bicyclists
Museum Executive Director Charles Venable said museum officials forbade bikes — and cars — on the paid campus to make the grounds more peaceful and enjoyable for walkers.
State bird flu restrictions hit students in 4-H programs
Thousands of Indiana children who raised and doted on chickens, turkeys and other poultry for 4-H projects are feeling the sting of a statewide ban on bird shows aimed at preventing the spread of a bird flu.
State schools chief Ritz to make campaign announcement
Indiana Superintendent of Public Instruction Glenda Ritz, who has said she's considering a run for governor, is expected to make a campaign announcement this week.
Settlement clears way for Kokomo baseball home opener
A dispute involving the federal and state governments over how Kokomo built part of a baseball stadium in a flood-prone area meant to remain green space was resolved Friday.
Tait, Berry named to head agencies in Pence administration
Gov. Mike Pence has appointed Sara Gonso Tait as the new executive director of the Indiana Gaming Commission and former state Republican Party Chairman Tim Berry as director of the Department of Financial Institutions.
Indiana’s bicentennial celebration to include push for ‘big ideas’
Indiana's celebration of its upcoming bicentennial will include a push to identify "big ideas" the project's organizers hope can drive change in the state over the next 50 years.
Economy sank 0.7 percent last quarter, revised estimate says
The government’s revised estimate for last quarter, released Friday, was weaker than its initial estimate of 0.2-percent growth. The U.S. trade gap was found to be wider than first estimated. And consumer spending was slower than previously thought.
Presidents of two Indiana universities stepping down
The presidents of universities in the southwest and northeast part of the state are heading into retirement after more than a decade on the job.
Indiana’s ethanol industry awaits EPA fuel decision
Indiana's ethanol producers warned that their industry could face a long-lasting "chilling effect" if the federal government lowers the amount of ethanol blended into the U.S. fuel supply.
Amazon rolls out same-day delivery in Indy, 13 other cities
E-commerce powerhouse Amazon on Thursday began offering free same-day delivery service in some cities, including Indianapolis, to its Prime loyalty club members.
Sale of Indiana Toll Road lease-holder closes for $5.7B
Australia-based IFM Investors plans to invest $260 million in capital improvements on the Indiana Toll Road over the next five years.
Byers, NCAA’s first executive director, dies at 93
Walter Byers, who spent 36 years leading and shaping the organization that oversees college athletics, has died.
Lawsuit says Mourdock gave chief deputy 3-year contract
A lawsuit by former Indiana Treasurer Richard Mourdock's chief deputy challenging his firing claims the official gave him a three-year, $300,000 contract before he resigned from office last year.
NCAA: Athletes continue improvement in classroom
Academic Progress Rate numbers are showing record highs, but disparity remains between the richest athletic departments and those with limited resources.
Purdue to freeze tuition for fourth consecutive year
Tuition at Purdue's West Lafayette campus will remain at $10,002 for in-state residents and $28,804 for non-residents.
Mobile home operator accused of discrimination
The Fair Housing Center of Central Indiana this month filed the federal lawsuit against Shiloh Estates in Indianapolis and Colorado-based owner FR Community.