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EPA to designate ‘forever chemicals’ as hazardous substances

August 26, 2022 | Associated Press

The chemicals can accumulate and persist in the human body for long periods of time, and evidence from animal and human studies indicates that exposure to might lead to cancer or other health problems.

Indiana approved for $187M in federal broadband expansion funding

August 30, 2022 | Whitney Downard, Indiana Capital Chronicle

The funding is expected to connect more than 50,000 Hoosiers to high-speed broadband internet, the U.S. Treasury Department announced Tuesday.

Indiana abortion clinics sue to block state’s near-total ban

August 30, 2022 | Associated Press

The lawsuit claims the ban, set to take effect on Sept. 15, “strips away the fundamental rights of people seeking abortion care” in violation of the Indiana Constitution.

U.S. life expectancy plunged again in 2021, down nearly a year

August 31, 2022 | Associated Press

In the first two years of the COVID-19 pandemic, the estimated American lifespan has shortened by nearly three years. The last comparable decrease happened in the early 1940s, during the height of World War II.

Study committee weighs HIV laws, funding for mental health in Indiana

September 1, 2022 | Casey Smith, Indiana Capital Chronicle

Recommendations from the Republican-led summer study committee could result in proposed legislation during the next session in January.

Some bosses say remote work kills culture. Many companies disagree.

September 1, 2022 | The Washington Post

While scaling culture remotely might have challenges, companies say it’s worth it. Employees have more freedom, and employers can access a larger talent pool, including workers who want or need flexible work.

Tech startup led by Scott McCorkle lands $5.1M in angel funding

September 2, 2022 | Susan Orr

Indianapolis-based tech startup MetaCX, a High Alpha portfolio company, has attracted more than $30 million in investment since the company’s launch in 2018.

Red flag laws get little use as shootings, gun deaths soar

September 2, 2022 | Associated Press

An Associated Press analysis found many U.S. states barely use the red flag laws touted as the most powerful tool to stop gun violence before it happens.

Rokita: No ‘woke’ criteria allowed in pension investments

September 2, 2022 | Leslie Bonilla Muñiz, Indiana Capital Chronicle

Indiana and its investment managers can’t make government employee pension system investments based on environmental, social or governance criteria, Attorney General Todd Rokita wrote in an advisory opinion released Thursday.

Developer: Proposed Indy Eleven stadium won’t need more state support

September 2, 2022 | Mickey Shuey

The Indy Eleven soccer team owner said he is confident his plans for a downtown stadium won’t hinge on asking for more state tax dollars than already promised, despite the project’s cost increases since the Legislature agreed three years ago to help fund it.

FDA panel backs much-debated ALS drug in rare, second review

September 7, 2022 | Associated Press

The ruling Wednesday was a remarkable turnaround for the much-debated medication that was previously rejected by the same group earlier this year.

IPS drops employee attendance requirement for $1,500 bonuses

September 7, 2022 | Amelia Pak-Harvey, Chalkbeat Indiana

The bonuses were meant to help the district as it struggled to retain staff during the pandemic. They are being funded with $14 million in federal COVID relief.

Indiana abortion ban challenged under religious freedom law

September 8, 2022 | Associated Press

The ACLU’s lawsuit contends that the new abortion ban would violate Jewish teaching that “a fetus attains the status of a living person only at birth.”

Elite piano and violin competitions aim to raise local awareness

September 9, 2022 | Dave Lindquist

Once every four years, the International Violin Competition of Indianapolis and the American Pianists Association jazz contest share space on the city’s arts calendar, but many Indianapolis-area residents are unaware that the city hosts the events.

Brad Chambers: Economic momentum shows Indiana is playing to win

September 9, 2022 | Brad Chambers

But like any good businessperson, our eyes must be on the horizon, scanning for risks that could endanger Indiana’s future growth.

Biden’s visit shows high stakes of $20B Ohio chip factory

September 10, 2022 | The Washington Post

Nearby states hope to benefit from the cluster of suppliers that industry experts say is bound to develop around the Ohio site. Indiana officials also have made semiconductor manufacturing a critical element in economic development strategies.

Regenstrief, IU land CDC grant to study ‘long COVID’

September 10, 2022 | Alex Brown, Inside INdiana Business

The partners will utilize the Indiana Network for Patient Care, which was created by Regenstrief and is managed by the Indiana Health Information Exchange, to mine data from electronic health records.

Americans give health care system failing mark in new poll

September 12, 2022 | Associated Press

The poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research reveals public satisfaction with the U.S. health care system is remarkably low, with fewer than half of Americans saying it’s handled well in general.

Indiana court hearing set after abortion ban takes effect