UPDATE: Holcomb to activate Stage 3 of reopening plan two days early
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb on Wednesday said he would activate Stage 3 of his pandemic reopening plan on Friday—two days earlier than previously scheduled.
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Indy Parks board OKs lease for Broad Ripple Park development
The Indianapolis Parks Department has preliminarily agreed to pay nearly $1 million per year to lease space in a new family center planned for Broad Ripple Park.
State reports another 569 COVID-19 cases, 38 more deaths
The Indiana State Department of Health on Wednesday said 195,738 people have been tested so far, up from 189,330 in Tuesday’s report.
Engine maker Rolls-Royce cutting 9,000 jobs as aviation reels
It doesn’t appear as if those cutbacks will have a significant impact on Indianapolis, where Rolls-Royce employs about 4,000 people.
IndyGo set to resume regular schedule June 1
IndyGo has been operating on a reduced schedule since March 29 because of COVID-19-related staff shortages and ridership declines.
Target’s online shift prepared it for pandemic
A years-long campaign by Target to compete with Amazon.com online was, as it turns out, a dry run for the health crisis.
Former GOP congressman Rokita enters AG race, seeks to oust Hill
Todd Rokita, 50, said he didn’t want to challenge an incumbent from his own party, but an Indiana Supreme Court decision suspending Hill’s license makes it clear he shouldn’t hold the office.
Pandemic benefits go out for 600,000 Indiana children missing meals at school
Many Indiana families will begin receiving government benefits this week to make up for the meals their children are missing while school buildings are closed due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Appeals court upholds injunction against NCAA on education expenses
The appeals court ruling clears the way for Division I conferences to independently set rules for education-related compensation provided to student-athletes.
Study: Elderly COVID-19 patients on ventilators usually do not survive
The study confirmed that advanced age is the greatest risk factor for a severe outcome, particularly if accompanied by chronic underlying diseases.
States accused of fudging, bungling COVID-19 testing data
The risk is that politicians, business owners and ordinary Americans who are making decisions about lockdowns, reopenings and other day-to-day matters could be left with the impression that the virus is under more control than it actually is.
Pier 1 to go out of business, permanently close all 540 stores
The home-goods retailer has two stores in Indianapolis and three in the suburbs (Plainfield, Carmel and Noblesville).
COVID-19 patients testing positive after recovery aren’t infectious, study says
The research might aid in the debate over antibody tests, which look for markers in the blood that indicate exposure to the novel coronavirus.
Major streets set aside for dining, distancing could be closed until July 4
Through the Dine Out Indy program, the traffic lanes will become paths for pedestrians, while street parking spots and sidewalks could be utilized for outdoor seating or to expand retail space.
Hoosier Lottery revenue trails projections on lackluster jackpot draw sales
According to a financial report presented to the Hoosier Lottery Commission on Tuesday morning, lottery sales are expected to hit $1.3 billion in fiscal year 2020, which is 1.1% less than budgeted and nearly 3% lower than in fiscal year 2019.
Fed’s Powell says new lending programs to launch by June 1
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said that while the Fed has received a “good deal of interest” in its lending programs, if not enough companies or state and local governments seek to borrow, the Fed would consider expanding their eligibility.
Under pressure, Calumet returns $31.4M in federal COVID-19 relief loans
The Indianapolis-based maker of oils, lubricants and fuels was among the nation’s largest recipients of Paycheck Protection Program loans, which for the most part were intended for small businesses.
Indiana reports 450 more COVID-19 cases, highest daily death increase in two weeks
The Indiana State Department of Health said Tuesday that the cumulative death toll in the state rose to 1,678, up from 1,621 the previous day—an increase of 57.
Gen Con cancels for 2020, but extends contract with city for two more years
Gen Con—the single-largest event the Indiana Convention Center hosts on an annual basis from an economic impact standpoint—will become an online event this year. Organizers said the social nature of the gaming event made it impossible to hold in-person.
Sales soar at Walmart as it becomes lifeline during pandemic
Online sales in the U.S. jumped 74% for the quarter ended April 30. Same-store sales rose 10% on strong sales of food, health and wellness goods.