FEIGENBAUM: Debates about major issues remain behind closed doors
While you’re still waiting on some indication as to the fate—or even direction—of the key items on the legislative agenda, lots has been happening beneath the surface on most of them.
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Opioid ‘progress’ is fiction, not fact
A recent report card from the Indiana Commission to Combat Drug Abuse suggests the state is seeing progress in the fight against the opioid epidemic. First published by IBJ [Opioid war rages on, but those on the front lines see progress, Nov. 23], the commission reported that Indiana saw a 10 percent drop in opioid painkillers […]
Foxconn holds important lessons for Indiana
Call it “A Tale of Two (Troubled) Deals”—the struggles facing Amazon’s HQ2 project in New York and the uncertain future of the massive Foxconn manufacturing facility in southeastern Wisconsin, both of which are nightmarish for elected officials and economic developers. The local interest in Amazon is obvious; it’s hard not to greet stories of NYC […]
Democrats question promises in proposed $26.5B T-Mobile-Sprint deal
U.S. Democratic lawmakers challenged top executives of T-Mobile and Sprint on Wednesday over their pledge not to raise prices for wireless services or hurt competition if their $26.5 billion merger goes through.
A compassionate approach to the opioid crisis
Every single day of 2017, five Hoosiers died of an overdose, primarily involving opioids—that’s a record number, and an immense human tragedy. It’s an economic calamity, as well. Indiana University business researchers estimate that, over the past 15 years, the state has endured $43.3 billion in economic damages because of opioid misuse. Like all other states, […]
GREG MORRIS: Leon Mordoh lived an inspiring life
He was successful in business but truly excelled in building uplifting relationships.
EDITORIAL: With field set for mayor’s race, it’s time for thoughtful debate
Republican Jim Merritt—who has represented an Indianapolis district in the state Senate for nearly two decades—will take on Mayor Joe Hogsett in what is already proving to be a more spirited contest than the race four years ago.
WWII parade on Pennsylvania
On Feb. 22, 1942—in the midst of World War II—the Butler Fieldhouse Navy Booster Day Parade took place downtown. The fieldhouse—now called Hinkle Fieldhouse—served as barracks for members of the U.S. Air Force and Navy. This photo shows U.S. Army soldiers from Fort Benjamin Harrison marching south on Pennsylvania Street, just crossing Ohio Street. The […]
Kristen Cooper: 5 ways men can help achieve gender parity
Increasing mentoring relationships between women and men is an important component to creating more equitable and mentally healthy work environments as well as ending gender disparity in C-suites, boards and investment deals.
After months of hints, David Simon to roll out new business unit
The CEO of Simon Property Group says the company's "fifth platform" will leverage its huge customer base—its more than 220 properties draw more than 100 million customers who make 2 billion visits a year.
Once a pioneer, Indiana Sports Corp. now faces stiff competition from other cities
With a big assist from the Indiana Sports Corp., Indianapolis has had quite a run, hosting more than 450 sporting events over four decades, including a Super Bowl, seven NCAA men’s basketball Final Fours and dozens of amateur world championships.
CIB in ‘early stages’ of search for new leader
Capital Improvement Board President Melina Kennedy said her organization has received “quite a few” local and national applicants to replace longtime Executive Director Barney Levengood.
Pacers looking for new customer sales system
The Capital Improvement Board on Feb. 4 put out a request for bids for a new point-of-sale system to be used throughout Bankers Life Fieldhouse.
Pacers roll out hat-knitting initiative ahead of 2021 NBA All-Star events
The Nothing But Knit campaign is the first community initiative tied to the 2021 NBA All-Star Game, and aims to collect up to 5,000 knitted beanies for distribution to volunteers, hospitality workers, players and league officials.
Northern Indiana wheelchair accessory maker to move HQ to Carmel
Winamac-based BraunAbility plans a $7.5 million expansion project that includes moving its headquarters to Carmel and building a new research and technology center.
Bill could allow one Gary casino to move anywhere in state
One of Gary’s two casino licenses could be allowed to operate at any location in Indiana under new legislation. A previous bill limited the casino move to Vigo County.
Chicago Cubs, Sinclair to launch sports network in 2020
The Cubs said Wednesday the Marquee Sports Network will carry live game broadcasts and pregame and postgame coverage.
Holcomb names no current teachers to commission studying teacher pay
A seven-member commission picked by Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb to recommend ways to boost teacher pay doesn't include any current teachers or school leaders.
Local record store plans smaller location in Bottleworks project
Square Cat Vinyl plans to operate a 560-square-foot store in the Garage Food Hall at the Bottleworks development at College and Massachusetts avenues when the downtown project opens in 2020.
Former powerhouse investment broker Buck sentenced to more than 3 years in prison
The case against the former star Merrill Lynch broker centered on his practice of keeping clients in commission-based accounts even as the securities industry moved toward fee-based accounts, which in many cases were cheaper for clients.