Indiana considers private firm for final I-69 legs
Indiana is considering hiring a private firm to design and build the stretch of Interstate 69 from Bloomington to Martinsville.
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Indiana senator seeks ‘truth in education’ law
Senate Education Committee chairman Dennis Kruse said he would not introduce a creationism measure again this year, choosing a lighter tack instead. His new proposal, he said, would encourage students to question a broad range of topics in the classroom.
WISH-TV names veteran Bray news director
Steve Bray, who started at WISH-TV Channel 8 as a weatherman in 1995, has been promoted to news director. He replaces Patti McGettigan, who was ousted in August.
Mayor reaches preliminary pact with police, firefighter unions
After saying in August he would revoke raises for police officers and firefighters, Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard has agreed in principal to a new contract that would delay a 3 percent salary hike by six months.
Two longtime execs gone from Indianapolis Downtown Inc.
Terry Sweeney, vice president of real estate development, and Julia Watson, vice president of marketing and communications, are no longer with the organization charged with promoting, managing and developing downtown Indianapolis.
Longtime Pence aide to serve as chief of staff
Indiana Gov.-elect Mike Pence's top congressional aide is moving to the governor's office to serve as his chief of staff.
BMV rolls out mobile app
The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicle said Monday that its customers can access BMV services through a new free application available for Apple and Android mobile devices. The BMV app, myBMV, offers registration renewals and can help users locate the nearest license branch.
Car break-ins strike Fashion Mall
An outbreak of car break-ins has struck the Fashion Mall, according to police. At least six break-ins were reported near the popular Indianapolis shopping destination over the weekend. One driver who parked in the Fashion Mall garage lost her iPad and work laptop on Sunday afternoon to a thief who used a tool to remove the lock from the door of her vehicle. Police say such thefts typically rise prior to Christmas and warn shoppers not to store valuables in their vehicles.
Shelbyville clerk thwarts robbery
A clerk at a Shelbyville gas station shot and wounded one of two men who tried to rob the business, police say. The two men entered CountryMark Bonded Gas along Indiana 44 near the city's downtown Monday night about 9:15, according to police, and tried to attack the clerk, who shot at them. The men fled, but were tracked down within 45 minutes. The wounded man was flown to the hospital for treatment.
Big Ten football title game crowd disappoints organizers
Organizers of the Big Ten football championship played in Indianapolis say they’ll consider making changes for next year’s game in an attempt to boost attendance.
Nico raises $6.5 million more from existing investors
Indianapolis-based Nico Corp. wants to use its new round of capital to develop brain surgery products to address diseases that were often considered inoperable, such as metastatic brain cancer and intracerebral hemorrhages.
Restaurant roundup: BW3, RA Nightclub, Mo’s, Popeyes
A new arrival in Broad Ripple and a high-profile move lead off the latest Indianapolis restaurant roundup.
Slinky maker hoping to purchase bankrupt Fundex
Plainfield-based Fundex Games Ltd., which filed for bankruptcy protection in September, said Poof-Slinky Inc. is the only potential purchaser that has shown interest in acquiring the company’s assets.
New section of Interstate 69 getting positive reviews
Users of the new 67-mile stretch of Interstate 69 that opened two weeks ago in southern Indiana say it is already saving them time and money.
Monarch turns to natural gas to run trucking fleet
In a sign of the rising popularity of natural gas engines, the Indianapolis-based distributor of alcoholic beverages will make 85 of its 105 trucks run on natural gas by 2015.
Purdue to shut down construction inspection office
Purdue University plans to eliminate 22 jobs by shutting down its in-house construction inspection department.
Manufacturer of pet supplies adding 80 jobs in Indiana
Rockville-based Scott Pet Products Inc. announced Tuesday morning that it plans to relocate its manufacturing and distribution operations in Tishomingo, Okla., to Newport in western Indiana, creating up to 80 jobs by 2014.
IU Treasurer McCourt slated to become interim CFO
MaryFrances McCourt would replace Neil Theobald, who is leaving IU at the end of the year to become president of Temple University.
ISO reports smaller deficit after more support from foundation
The Indianapolis Symphony Society on Monday said its expenses exceeded revenue by $900,000 in the 2011-2012 fiscal year despite $11.4 million in funding from its endowment.
Site of historic church being shopped for retail development
The 4.5-acre site of the St. John United Church of Christ is back on the market following the settlement earlier this year of a lawsuit between the church and the city.