Indianapolis-based Sharpen Technologies acquires California company
Sharpen Technologies has completed a deal for fellow call-center software provider Ytel Inc., it announced Tuesday, marking its third acquisition in three years.
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‘Buy now, pay later’ boom shows shoppers are swapping impulse buys for strategy
These services—like Klarna, Affirm and Afterpay—are growing increasingly popular among consumers of all income levels, whether shoppers are looking for convenience or seeking to spread out their budget, analysts say.
Indiana redistricting maps ‘drawn for political performance’ passed by committee
After three hours of public testimony on Tuesday, members of the House Committee on Elections and Apportionment passed the bill carrying Indiana’s new congressional maps on a party-line vote.
State piloting program that would allow employees to bring infants to work
The effort is part of Gov. Mike Braun’s “Family First Indiana” agenda and builds on expanded parental leave policies announced earlier this year.
Dells donate $6.25B to encourage families to claim ‘Trump Accounts’
The historic gift has little precedent, with few single charitable commitments in the past 25 years exceeding $1 billion, much less multiple billions.
Carmel board approves variance for Irsay family ice rink
The indoor ice rink was built in 2018 on the estate of the late Colts owner Jim Irsay, who died in May at age 65.
Indianapolis officials release Vision Zero plan to end road deaths by 2035
The 102-page plan—released by Indianapolis’ Vision Zero Task Force, part of the city’s ongoing street safety efforts—offers strategies that may improve driver behavior and road safety.
Costco sues Trump administration over tariffs, seeks full refund
Costco joins dozens of other companies including motorcycle manufacturer Kawasaki and canned foods maker Bumble Bee that have filed suits seeking tariff refunds.
Mom-and-pop business bankruptcies hit record as debts rise
More than 2,200 people and small firms filed bankruptcy this year under the so-called Subchapter V rules, which make it cheaper and faster to win relief from creditors.
Indiana’s congressional delegation unites behind FAA drone test site bid
A letter to the Federal Aviation Administration highlights Indiana’s manufacturing, research and military assets as strengths in the national competition.
USA Gymnastics and Olympic sports watchdog failed to stop coach’s sexual abuse, lawsuits allege
The lawsuits allege Indianapolis-based USA Gymnastics and the Denver-based U.S. Center for SafeSport were told about “inappropriate and abusive behaviors.”
Kimpton developer eyes late 2026 opening for $110M downtown hotel
The 18-story Kimpton has been in the works since late 2017, with its price tag almost doubling from the original $57 million planned investment.
Indiana hospital officials point to new studies showing more affordable health care
Multiple analyses highlighted Monday by the Indiana Hospital Association showed improved hospital pricing and more cost-effective care for Hoosiers.
US air travelers without Real IDs soon to be charged $45 fee
The updated ID has been required since May, but passengers without it have so far been allowed to clear security with additional screening and a warning.
City-County Council OKs Irvington DORA plan, framework for future Indy districts
The City-County Council voted unanimously Monday to pass proposals that will allow some Indianapolis neighborhoods to create designated outdoor refreshment areas, or DORAs, starting with Irvington.
Federal review finds 44% of US trucking schools don’t comply with government rules
The Transportation Department said it plans to revoke the accreditation of thousands of schools unless they can comply with training requirements in the next 30 days.
Indiana House Democrats, Republicans spar over redistricting as session begins
Indiana House Democrats on Monday decried the drafted maps as an “egregious gerrymander” and attempted multiple procedural maneuvers to prevent the legislative session from starting.
Insurance companies sue Indy shopping center owner in dispute over environmental site cleanup
Travelers and St. Paul Fire and Marine filed a lawsuit against Washington Shoppes on Nov. 26 in Marion Superior Court.
Indiana’s 110-mile border with Michigan is fuzzy, which ‘isn’t a problem until it is.’
The last official survey of the dividing line between Michiganders and Hoosiers was conducted in 1827.
Ascension St. Vincent names new CEO of Indiana network
Ascension said the new hire brings 25 years of health care leadership experience, including stints in multiple states, and has a background in leading efforts to address social determinants of health.