Computer programming ranks among hardest-hit occupations
More than a quarter of all computer programming jobs have vanished in the past two years, the worst downturn that industry has ever seen.
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John Feinstein, author of ‘A Season on the Brink,’ about Bob Knight, dies at 69
When “A Season on the Brink” appeared in 1986, it was immediately recognized as a breakthrough in sports writing.
Contract reshuffle, planned $63M facility upgrade set stage for 2028 curbside recycling rollout
City officials have said they will need until 2028 to educate Indianapolis residents about what they can and can’t recycle and how to use recycling bins.
Report: Venture investment in Indiana tech firms rose from 2023 to 2024
The Central Indiana Corporate Partnership report’s findings show that tech-industry funding has still not rebounded from the slowdown that began in 2022.
Braun family home in Jasper gets $118K in security improvements with helipad, trailer
In contrast to his recent predecessors, Gov. Mike Braun has publicly said he intends to split his time between the Indianapolis Governor’s Residence and his Jasper home.
Braun orders review of policies, responses to acts of antisemitism on Indiana college campuses
Gov. Mike Braun is directing the Indiana Commission for Higher Education to review policies and responses regarding incidents on college campuses following the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel.
Steak n Shake looks for boost from beef tallow—and MAGA
Marketing researchers say Steak n Shake is the latest example of brands targeting increasingly polarized consumers across the country.
A 10% drop for stocks is scary, but isn’t that rare
The U.S. stock market has just dropped 10% from its high set last month. Wall Street has a name for such a decline: a “correction.”
Postal Service to work with DOGE on reform, cut 10,000 workers
The agency previously announced plans to cut its operating costs by more than $3.5 billion annually.
Pickleball chain picks Westfield for third area location
The Westfield facility will have 12 courts—including two championship-sized courts—a pro shop, a private community and event room, and a patio for outdoor events.
State workforce development leader steps down
The Indiana Department of Workforce Development’s general counsel will lead the agency for now.
Some universities freezing hiring, laying off staff amid federal funding cuts
Over the last two weeks, more than a dozen institutions have announced limits on hiring for faculty and staff positions and other measures to tighten purse strings.
International immigration drove Indiana’s growth last year, not births, analysis says
The 44,144 residents added in 2024 represent Indiana’s largest one-year increase since 2008.
With ‘Curious Incident,’ Civic Theatre seeks understanding
Director Jay Hemphill describes “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” as an adventure, a murder mystery and a family drama.
Judge orders Trump to rehire probationary workers let go in mass firings across multiple agencies
There are an estimated 200,000 probationary workers across federal agencies. They include entry level employees but also workers who recently received a promotion.
Bill to reduce dollars withheld from construction contractors breezes through Senate committee
Key elements of House Bill 1033 would establish a maximum amount of retainage—the portion of payment withheld from a contractor until a project reaches completion—for certain state and local projects.
Parkwood Crossing—central Indiana’s largest office park—gets new name
Philadelphia-based Rubenstein Partners has rebranded the office park to reflect its location as an entryway into Carmel.
Trump threatens 200% tariff on European wine after EU proposes American whiskey tariff
President Donald Trump, in a Thursday social media post, vowed a new escalation in his trade war if the EU goes forward with the planned 50% tariff on American whiskey.
Pete Buttigieg won’t seek Senate seat in Michigan, source says
While Buttigieg’s decision could weaken Democrats’ chances of retaining a critical Senate seat in 2026, it might also strengthen the party’s search for new national leadership.
North of 96th roundup: 1933 Lounge, Cava among restaurants planning openings in northern suburbs
Multiple retailers, restaurants and other businesses and organizations recently opened or began planning new locations in the north suburbs of Indianapolis.