Trump administration moves to loosen restrictions it once supported on pollutant
The shift in approach has upended a broad bipartisan consensus on the need to quickly phase out domestic use of hydrofluorocarbons.
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Indianapolis-based Ren Inc. lands big growth investment from Boston-based investor
This is the second large, outside investment secured by Indianapolis-based Ren Inc., which provides technology and services for the philanthropic sector, in recent years.
Indiana lawmakers’ nuclear energy push pays off earlier than expected
Energy startup First American Nuclear plans to spend $4 billion and create 5,000 jobs in Indiana in the coming decade as it pursues building a nuclear plant powered by small modular reactors.
Indiana Supreme Court encourages public service pathway to help address attorney shortage
The Indiana Supreme Court has issued final determinations regarding recommendations to relieve the ongoing state attorney shortage, including a number of approaches to encourage lawyers to become public defenders or prosecutors.
OpenAI faces 7 lawsuits claiming ChatGPT drove people to suicide, delusions
Filed on behalf of six adults and one teenager, the lawsuits claim that OpenAI knowingly released GPT-4o prematurely despite internal warnings that it was dangerously sycophantic and psychologically manipulative.
Flight cancellations accelerate as airlines comply with government shutdown order
U.S. airlines began canceling hundreds of flights Thursday due to the Federal Aviation Administration’s order to reduce traffic at the country’s busiest airports starting Friday.
Musk could become history’s first trillionaire as Tesla shareholders OK giant pay package
The vote followed weeks of debate over his management record at the electric car maker and whether anyone deserved such unprecedented pay.
Federal judge orders Trump administration to fully fund SNAP benefits in November
Shortly after the judges’ rulings, lawyers for the administration filed a motion to appeal, contesting both Thursday’s decision and the earlier one from Saturday that ordered the federal government to use emergency reserves to fund the food program throughout November.
Indiana health agency plans furloughs because of federal shutdown
The affected Indiana Department of Health workers will not be eligible for back pay, which federal employees have typically received following furloughs during previous government shutdowns.
Upgraded outdoor concert stage planned at Indiana State Fairgrounds
A $4 million project at the Indiana State Fairgrounds includes a new concert stage and a makeover for Celebration Park.
UPDATE: Buc-ee’s eyes Indianapolis area for first Indiana location
Multiple sources told IBJ the company has been exploring potential locations across the state for years, and it appears officials are nearing a deal. More than one location in central Indiana also is a possibility.
Rokita files lawsuit against IPS for ‘frustrating’ immigration officials
The lawsuit alleges Indianapolis Public Schools maintains policies that violate Indiana’s anti-sanctuary statute.
Cummins reports plummeting demand in electrolyzer business
Cummins, which until recently saw huge growth potential for its hydrogen electolyzer operations, now says it’s reevaluating that business because demand for the products has evaporated.
Trump administration to raise food benefit payments after calculation ‘error’
The Trump administration said that based on “further calculations” it has determined it can provide recipients of low-income food assistance more than the 50% it earlier pledged.
IU Health taps OrthoIndy leader for top strategy role
During John Ryan’s tenure as CEO of OrthIndy, the practice expanded its services and footprint both locally and across Indiana.
Trump unveils deal with Lilly, Novo to expand coverage, lower costs on obesity drugs
Thursday’s announcement is the latest attempt by the Trump administration to rein in soaring drug prices in its efforts to address cost-of-living concerns among voters.
National Retail Federation: Holiday spending expected to increase as much as 4.2%
The 2025 forecast from the National Retail Federation on Thursday estimates that shoppers will make $1.01 trillion to $1.02 trillion worth of purchases in November and December.
Here’s how many students were held back thanks to Indiana’s retention law
This is the first school year students were held back under the 2024 law that mandates retention for students who don’t pass the state’s reading test, the IREAD-3.
Indianapolis among 40 chosen for shutdown-related flight reductions
The FAA is imposing the flight reductions to relieve pressure on air traffic controllers who are working without pay during the government shutdown and have been increasingly calling off work.
IMS, Gainbridge ink sponsorship extension for Indy 500
Gainbridge has been the presenting sponsor of the Indianapolis 500 since its 103rd running in 2019.