Proposal aims to keep students from inadequate teachers
Indiana students wouldn't be stuck with poor-performing teachers for two years in a row under changes House lawmakers are considering to a bill requiring annual teacher evaluations.
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Indiana redistricting plan appears to benefit GOP
Republicans who control the Indiana General Assembly on Monday released proposed new maps for the state's nine congressional and 150 legislative districts, which seem to point toward solidifying GOP gains in the Statehouse.
Plan shifts Indiana GOP areas to Donnelly’s district
The Senate Election Committee on Monday released proposed new district maps for Indiana's nine congressional and 50 state Senate districts.
Indiana lawmakers to consider big education proposals
A House committee is expected to consider Daniels' proposal for teacher merit pay on Monday, and a Senate committee could vote on the Republican governor's controversial plan for private school vouchers on Wednesday.
Indiana redistricting maps to be unveiled Monday
Republicans, who have complete control of the once-a-decade redistricting process, expect the new districts to be approved by the end of the legislative session.
Indiana Democrat fighting fines for walkout
Democrats who boycotted the Indiana House for five weeks are receiving smaller stipends because fines incurred during their walkout are being deducted from their checks, but at least one Democrat is fighting the process.
Judge sends election dispute back to recount panel
A judge ruled Thursday that Democrats may have a valid argument in challenging whether Republican Secretary of State Charlie White should be kicked out of office, but said the issue should be decided by a state election recount commission.
Indiana House speaker questions immigration crackdown
Indiana's Republican House speaker said Thursday he had concerns about aspects of a proposal calling for an Arizona-style crackdown on illegal immigration moving through the Legislature.
Retailers push for online sales taxes
Indiana’s retail lobby is pushing the state to follow a growing number of states passing laws to require online retailers to collect sales tax from customers.
U.S. attorney sues GOP donor over unpaid trading penalty
The federal government is suing a former Indianapolis businessman and major Republican donor to collect a $600,000 federal penalty for commodities trading violations.
FEIGENBAUM: Wrangling over budget takes center stage in Legislature
Budget cuts became more painful in the past several years as the national recession drew the fiscal noose tighter on Indiana government income.
Judge hears arguments in White election challenge
Attorneys for Democrats and Republican Indiana Secretary of State Charlie White accused each other's clients of political manipulation during a Wednesday hearing.
Challenger alleges misconduct in Westfield mayoral race
Russell Cameron, who is challenging Westfield Mayor Andy Cook in a May 3 Republican primary, accused Cook’s deputy mayor of improperly using his position and city resources to campaign for Cook’s reelection.
COLLINS: Some of the dimmer bulbs are at it again
Hysteria over the government taking away our right to buy inefficient light bulbs has been sweeping through certain segments of the Republican Party.
BROOKS: Paul Ryan’s enlightened moment of truth
Ryan leaped into the vacuum left by the president’s passivity.
KRUGMAN: It’s too bad the truth is still inconvenient
As Upton Sinclair pointed out long ago, it’s difficult to get a man to understand something when his salary depends on his not understanding it.
DOUTHAT: Opportunity is ripe for GOP; stage is empty
Alas, somebody else may have to ensure the survival of the republic, since Daniels has spent the month backpedaling from the idea of a presidential run.
EARLY: Lugar, Mourdock fight already a bruiser
In any event, Mourdock will have an energized Tea Party in his corner as well as many of the party regulars. Mourdock is a great speaker and a tireless worker. Lugar does not want to debate him.
VAUGHN: No excuse for keeping tainted Durham funds
Continuing to use the excuse that the money is already spent amounts to a slap in the face of the Ohio victims of Durham’s illegal scheme, many who lost their life savings.
Judge to hear argument in White election challenge
A Marion County judge is set on Wednesday to weigh whether Republican Indiana Secretary of State Charlie White is legally qualified to serve in the office to which he was elected in November.