Fans choose sides in the ‘Chicken Sandwich War’ of our time
A nation already polarized finds itself divided once again, but this time politics isn’t at the heart of it: The blame lies squarely on a fried piece of poultry.
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Investors hope Federal Reserve leader’s speech offers clarity
Against the backdrop of a vulnerable economy, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell takes center stage Friday with the financial world seeking information on whether last month’s first Fed rate cut in a decade likely marked the start of a period of easier credit.
Ethanol producer blames Indiana plant closure on EPA
The owner of a western Indiana ethanol plant is blaming its shutdown on the Trump administration’s decision to allow some refineries to not blend ethanol with gasoline as required under federal law.
Granite City’s restaurant in Circle Centre closes
Locations in Carmel, Fort Wayne and Mishawaka were open on Thursday and are still listed on company’s website, but the Circle Centre location was locked and dark.
Weak world demand, trade take their toll on U.S. factories
Bigger cracks are forming across America’s manufacturing foundation after lackluster global demand and persistent trade tensions led to the first contraction in U.S. factory activity since September 2009.
Former Indianapolis broker barred from working in industry
The former Charles Schwab broker allegedly used a client’s tax refund for personal use, which led to his termination.
Justus Rental selling two senior communities, giving notices to 104 workers
More than 100 nursing aides, activities coordinators, cooks and other workers at two Indianapolis senior communities could lose their jobs by mid-October when the properties are sold, owner Justus Rental Properties Inc. said.
One of Indiana’s largest software firms gets new majority owner
New York-based investment firm New Mountain Capital says it plans to help Muncie-based Ontario Systems LLC—which has been in growth mode—further expand.
Merritt proposes express-lane tolls on commuter-heavy roads like Binford
Republican mayoral candidate Jim Merritt on Wednesday proposed a variety of possible solutions for the city’s infrastructure funding issues, including using local tax revenue “to secure a public-private solution.”
Fishers City Council waives fees for $24M senior living project
The facility would be built on about six acres of undeveloped land off East 126th Street, east of Hoosier Road.
Trump drops tax cut idea, citing ‘strong economy’
President Donald Trump also knocked down the idea of indexing to the capital gains tax, which applies when investors sell assets, to inflation.
Pence keeps up pressure for trade deal with Mexico, Canada
Vice President Mike Pence took his pitch on Wednesday to voters in a congressional swing district in southern New Mexico.
Indiana gives pharmacists more power to help smokers quit
Indiana has one of the highest smoking rates in the country—nearly one in five Hoosiers smoke. Now, a new statewide policy makes it easier for smokers to get medication to help them quit. But some people want state leaders to do more.
Steel dust recycling project on brownfield site dropped amid opposition
The canceled development was a joint venture between Indianapolis-based Heritage Environmental and Monterrey, Mexico-based Zinc Nacional, which had said the project planned for the site of a former BorgWarner automotive factory would have created up to 90 jobs over several years.
Beijing appeals to U.S. to ‘meet China halfway’ on trade talks
Beijing expressed hope that Washington can end a tariff war after President Donald Trump said Americans might need to endure economic pain to achieve longer-term benefits.
U.S. moves toward agreement on Mexican tomatoes
The U.S. Department of Commerce said the deal with benefit tomato producers across America, including those in Florida, Indiana, Texas and Arizona.
State panel gives Indiana’s chief justice new 5-year term
The Judicial Nominating Commission voted unanimously Wednesday to reappoint Chief Justice Loretta Rush to the position she’s held since 2014.
Democratic state senator launches bid for attorney general
Sen. Karen Tallian, of Ogden Dunes, announced her campaign Wednesday morning, saying she plans to “restore checks and balances to the Statehouse and to be a voice for all who live here.”
Target has big quarter amid intense retail environment
Target topped expectations in just about any measurable way during the second quarter. The retailer’s stock rose 18 percent Wednesday morning.
Cummins president to retire after 40-year career with company
The retirement of President and Chief Operating Officer Rich Freeland will spark several executive-level promotions at the Indiana-based manufacturer.