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UPDATE: An estimated 186,000-plus Hoosiers have or had COVID-19, new study says
Study results released Wednesday by the Fairbanks School of Public Health at IUPUI also indicate that 44% of people who get COVID-19 show no symptoms.
Here’s Marion County’s reopening plan in a nutshell
Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett on Wednesday morning announced his staged plan for reopening Marion County.
Lockdown disrupts the part of finance that hasn’t gone digital
Consumers have flooded social media with tales and images of lengthy lines and boisterous crowds seeking to pick up funds sent by friends and family abroad.
Former Celadon affiliate 19th Capital sold in deal that should save dozens of jobs
Two out-of-state financial services firms have acquired the assets of former Celadon Group Inc. affiliate 19th Capital Group in a deal that will allow the Indianapolis-based company to continue operating with a reduced workforce rather than shutting down as previously planned.
UPDATE: Marion County to ease stay-home order Friday, with several restrictions
Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett on Wednesday said he will begin easing Marion County’s pandemic stay-at-home orders on Friday but with several major exclusions not found in the state’s reopening plan.
Indiana reports lowest number of new COVID-19 cases since April 22
The state health department said Wednesday that the cumulative death toll in Indiana rose to 1,482, up from 1,444 the previous day—an increase of 38.
Powell warns of a possible sustained recession from pandemic
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell urged Congress and the White House to act further to prevent long-lasting economic damage.
Indiana rejects guidance from DeVos to reroute more coronavirus relief to private schools
While other states have voiced their opposition, Indiana appears to be among the first to formally reject the idea.
Dem candidates in 5th District differ on term limits, Electoral College, health care during forum
Four of the five candidates running in the 5th District—Jennifer Christie, Christina Hale, Andrew Jacobs and Dee Thornton—participated in a virtual forum Tuesday night.
Seahorse expert wins Indianapolis Prize for conservation
A Canadian scientist described as the “preeminent authority on seahorse ecology and conservation” has won $250 prize from the Indianapolis Zoo, organizers announced Tuesday.
Pelosi unveils $3 trillion virus aid bill, says inaction costs more
The House is expected to vote on the package as soon as Friday, but the Senate is likely to wait until after Memorial Day to act.
Indiana Republican Party calls off in-person convention
The GOP will conduct the convention through a live TV broadcast on June 18, followed by mail-in voting by delegates.
Holcomb asks Supreme Court whether AG Hill’s suspension creates vacancy for him to fill
Holcomb’s petition also challenges Curtis Hill’s decision to appoint his chief deputy to serve in his absence.
Total Wine & More wins round in court fight to open in Indiana
A national alcohol retailer with more than 200 stores in 24 states is a step closer to doing business in Indiana after a federal court temporarily barred Indiana from enforcing a prohibition that keeps out-of-state businesses from holding liquor permits.
Ex-Rep. Rokita might join race for Indiana attorney general
Former U.S. Rep. Todd Rokita said Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill is “very badly wounded” because of the 30-day suspension of his law license.
COVID relief fund’s third round provides $4M to Marion County groups
Since its launch earlier this year, the Central Indiana COVID-19 Community Economic Relief Fund has distributed more than $15.8 million to 100 organizations in central Indiana.
State passes 25,000 total cases of COVID-19; deaths reach 1,444
The state reported that 150,510 people have been tested so far, up from 146,688 in Monday’s report—an increase of 3,822.
Area existing-home sales sank 16.8% in April amid pandemic limitations
Amid the big decline in sales, prices hit record highs in central Indiana, according to the MIBOR Realtor Association.
Former downtown correctional facility up for sale as neighborhood takes off
Real estate sources told IBJ the land likely would sell for at least $1 million per acre because of its proximity to the heart of downtown, where sizable redevelopment opportunities are scarce.