Zoo to remove pair of rides to make way for new exhibit space
The attractions generate little or no revenue and are expensive to maintain, the Indianapolis Zoo’s CEO said.
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Borshoff co-owner, CEO to retire after 10 years at helm
Karen Alter, who has been with the locally owned marketing firm for nearly 30 years, will step down next year.
Attorney general sues over health code violations at massive Castleton apartment complex
The landlords of a 1,261-unit apartment complex that has twice been sold at state record prices are accused of endangering tenants by failing to address unsafe conditions.
Newfields to replace parking lot with $10M flower and vegetable garden
Newfields plans to add a flexible-use pavilion, elevated viewing area, grotto and reflecting pools for the attraction, which is expected to open in fall 2026.
EPA moves to limit scope of clean water law to reduce amount of wetlands it covers
Environmentalists slammed the proposal as a giveaway to industry by President Donald Trump.
Indiana legislative leaders dodge discussing redistricting pressure
Republican Indiana legislative leaders avoided taking questions Monday about the political pressure they are facing from President Donald Trump over congressional redistricting, while the governor accused GOP senators of “hiding behind closed doors.”
Lawsuit accuses Indianapolis-based payment-processing firm of consumer deception
The suit alleges the business uses a deceptive collection process that includes charging customers undisclosed, variable “convenience fees” whenever they pay utility bills.
Existing-home sales in central Indiana see October increase
Sales of existing homes in central Indiana were lifted last month by jumps in Hamilton, Boone and Hancock counties, according to MIBOR Realtor Association.
Sinclair takes 8% stake in EW Scripps as broadcaster eyes potential acquisition
Scripps acknowledged Sinclair’s new stake and maintained its board would “continue to evaluate any transactions” in the best interest of shareholders.
Legislative leaders to look at ‘tweaks’ to property taxes, Medicaid in 2026 legislative session
Meeting Monday for the Indiana Chamber Legislative Preview event, Statehouse leaders addressed what the Legislature is likely to consider during the upcoming General Assembly.
Job market is heating up—for positions that people usually don’t want
From substitute teachers to prison guards, staffing agencies and employers are reporting a pickup in applicants for roles often shunned for their low pay, inconsistent hours or unpleasant conditions.
The surprising new use for GLP-1s: Alcohol and drug addiction
As GLP-1 drugs for weight loss and diabetes drugs such as Zepbound and Mounjaro generate billions in sales, researchers at Eli Lilly and Co. and other pharma companies are exploring their potential for other purposes.
Developer planning 350-unit luxury apartment complex in Westfield
Thompson Thrift, the master developer of the 123-acre Fishers District, is set to tackle its first project in Westfield.
Former Indy Chamber chief to join Indy Eleven as president
In addition to his responsibilities with the team, the new hire will serve as senior vice president for Keystone Group and as strategic adviser to owner Ersal Ozdemir.
Analysis: Property tax changes to put more pressure on businesses, owners of low-value homes
Recent changes to Indiana’s property tax system will likely cut bills for most Hoosier homeowners, a new analysis has found.
Foreign enrollment at US colleges holds steady overall
Some universities are seeing backslides that have punched big holes in tuition revenue, but overall the falloff is less severe than some industry groups had forecast.
Ford taps Amazon to let shoppers buy its used cars online
Ford joins Hyundai on the Amazon Autos portal, which allows car buyers to browse, finance and purchase a used car by clicking on the familiar “add to cart” icon.
IBJ Podcast: Buc-ee’s, Wally’s and Wawa converge on Indy as convenience stores become cultural forces
A national retailing expert explains what to expect from the three chains, how their business models work and why they see opportunity in central Indiana.
IPS board members float reducing district’s boundaries, but getting buy-in could be tricky
If done today, reducing the boundaries of Indianapolis Public Schools to only include Center Township would remove 47 district and charter schools from IPS borders.
FAA lifts order slashing flights, allowing commercial airlines to resume regular schedules
Data from aviation analytics firm Cirium showed that fewer than 1% of all flights were canceled over the weekend.