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An Internal Revenue Service agent investigating David Marsh works for the agency’s civil division, according to a filing by his attorney, Linda Cooley, on Wednesday. The new document corrects an earlier filing by Cooley that said the agent worked for the criminal division. While Cooley says she does not know whether the IRS is conducting a criminal investigation of David, the new filing reiterates that the agent made certain implications related to his “potential civil and/or criminal tax liabilities.” IBJ.com reported on the IRS inquiry Tuesday. That story has been revised to reflect the new information.
Manning admits cheating on NFL concussion tests
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning admitted Wednesday to intentionally scoring low on the NFL’s baseline concussion tests. Manning, in comments to ESPN, said he tries to score low so that he'll be able to stay in a game when he takes the test again after being injured. Several other NFL players said they also purposely try to perform poorly on the test so they won't be benched. "After a concussion, you take the same test and if you do worse than you did on the first test, you can't play,” Manning said. “So I just try to do badly on the first test."
Officer injured in east-side chase
An Indianapolis police officer was injured in a car chase at about 8 p.m. Wednesday on the city's east side. Police chased a reportedly stolen 2006 Dodge Charger down East 10th Street to Denny Street and then north to an alley, where it crashed into another police car. The officer sustained injuries to both legs and was transferred to Methodist Hospital in stable condition. During the chase, a female passenger either jumped or was pushed from the car and suffered minor injuries. Police arrested John Marshall, 21, on counts including criminal confinement.
Storms cause area power outages
Overnight storms knocked out power to hundreds of central Indiana residents, downed trees and caused numerous incidences of property damage. As of 8:30 a.m. Thursday, 1,475 customers of Indianapolis Power & Light and Duke Energy were without power as crews worked to repair downed lines.
UPDATE: Skjodt-Barrett Foods bringing 300 jobs to Lebanon
The newest tenant in Lebanon Business Park will occupy 214,000 square feet and make a $20 million investment to build out the space and install equipment.
Duke Realty reports strong quarterly results
The Indianapolis-based real estate investment trust reported a first-quarter profit of $47.6 million compared with a loss of $15.3 million in the same quarter a year earlier. Gains from the sale of properties helped drive profit.
New Petite Chou restaurant planned for downtown
The French-inspired Petite Chou is planning a new downtown restaurant at 30 S. Meridian St., next door to The Oceanaire Seafood Room.
Contentious bills complicate possible Daniels bid
As Indiana's Republican governor mulls a presidential run in 2012, his home state is becoming a showcase of conservative ideas, poised to create the nation's broadest private school voucher system and become the first to cut off all government funding for Planned Parenthood.
Dow AgroSciences reports record revenue
Indianapolis-based Dow AgroSciences on Thursday reported sales of $1.6 billion in its first quarter, up 17 percent from the same period last year due to higher volume and increased prices.
Court blocks generic versions of Lilly’s Cymbalta
Eli Lilly and Co. said Wednesday that a federal court is blocking low-cost generic versions of Cymbalta from the market until the patents supporting the drug expire.
Indiana Legislature OKs redistricting proposal
Maps for new Indiana legislative election districts have gained final approval from the General Assembly and go to Gov. Mitch Daniels for consideration.
Indiana poised to cut Planned Parenthood funding
The Indiana House voted 66-32 Wednesday to approve a bill cutting the $3 million in federal money the state distributes to the organization for family planning and health programs. The Senate approved the measure earlier this month.
Key Indiana lawmakers optimistic about budget deal
Legislative leaders think they are on track to reach a budget deal by the time the legislative session ends Friday.
Nation’s broadest voucher plan passes final hurdle
The Indiana House voted 55-43 to give final approval to a bill creating the controversial voucher program. It would allow even middle-class families to use taxpayer money to send their children to private schools.
Indiana lawmakers OK bill to expand charter schools
A bill aimed at spurring more charter schools in Indiana has cleared its final legislative hurdle, marking another piece of Gov. Mitch Daniels' aggressive education agenda to pass.
Cultural Trail unveils garage’s million-dollar art installment
The latest piece of art to be installed along downtown Indianapolis’ Cultural Trail will cost almost as much as the first eight displays combined.
Butler hires Villanova dean as its new president
Jim Danko, who became an entrepreneur at 19 and went on to become a business school administrator, will be the next president of Butler University.
Angie’s List CEO says IPO possible in 2011
Angie’s List Inc., a web service that provides consumer reviews to 1.5 million members, may decide to opt for an initial public offering as early as this year, CEO Bill Oesterle said.
Manhole explosion closes street
Crews are investigating a manhole explosion near the Conrad Hotel in downtown Indianapolis. Firefighters and Indianapolis Power & Light officials say the explosion occurred shortly after 6 a.m. Wednesday. People inside the Conrad Hotel heard a loud explosion behind the building in an alley. The manhole cover was blown off and a small fire was visible inside the manhole. During the cleanup, Meridian Street was closed between Washington Street and Monument Circle. IPL said manhole explosions are a “rare occurance” and downtown residents shouldn’t be concerned.