Judge slashes punitive damages awarded in case against Wabash
Judge Christopher E. McGraugh said the original $450 million amount awarded by the jury was “grossly excessive” and not in line with the company’s constitutional rights.
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Developers present plan for 242 apartments in North End project in Carmel
Carmel-based Old Town Cos. LLC and Indianapolis-based Avenue Development are seeking to build the apartments on 10.4 acres in the $100 million North End development.
Hospitality group planning Element extended-stay hotel in Westfield
KPM Hotel Group is seeking approval to build its second hotel along U.S. 31 in Hamilton County.
Postmaster General Louis DeJoy resigns after 5 years in position
President Trump has said he is considering putting USPS under the control of the Commerce Department in an attempt to stop losses at the $78 billion-a-year agency, which has operated as an independent entity since 1970.
U.S. Sen. Todd Young could be facing primary challenge in 2028
Carlin Yoder, a former state senator and President Donald Trump’s state director, is considering a primary challenge to fellow Republican U.S. Sen. Todd Young.
Corporate America talking about immigration more than ever
Mentions of “immigration” on earnings calls from S&P 1500 companies have surged to a record high during the first quarter.
Whiteland Raceway Park acquired by California company
The track was owned by Andy O’Gara and his wife, Indy 500 driver Sarah (Fisher) O’Gara, who bought the raceway in 2018.
Indianapolis Black Theatre Co. names interim leader after founding director’s resignation
The founding artistic director of the Indianapolis Black Theatre Co. resigned earlier this month after a woman accused him of assaulting her during an argument about their relationship.
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to halt judge’s order to rehire probationary federal workers
The appeal also calls on the conservative-majority court to rein in the growing number of federal judges who have slowed President Donald Trump’s sweeping agenda, at least for now.
Power conferences fill this year’s Sweet 16 for first time ever
The Sweet 16, a popular destination for bracket-busting mid-majors, is made up entirely of teams from power conferences, a first since the bracket expanded to 64 teams in 1985.
Rokita weighs in on federal education moves, Indiana immigration bill
The Indiana attorney general told Hoosiers that the important funding streams that help Indiana’s low-income and special needs students will still exist and be handled by other agencies.
Reporter Lauren Kostiuk to depart WTHR for new job
After five years of covering news for WTHR-TV Channel 13, Kostiuk said she’s landed ’dream’ position.
IBJ Podcast: Pete the Planner on the Social Security cliff and potential for benefit cuts
In 10 years, Social Security won’t have enough money to satisfy all obligations to retirees. The latest projections show benefits dropping by 17%.
Indiana leaders support Trump moves to shut down Department of Education
Indiana leaders this week welcomed an order from President Donald Trump intended to close the U.S. Department of Education, saying it will give the state more control over education and greater flexibility to spend federal funds.
Jury orders Monsanto parent to pay nearly $2.1B in Roundup weedkiller lawsuit
Bayer, which acquired Monsanto in 2018, has continued to dispute claims that Roundup causes cancer. But the company has been hit with more than 177,000 lawsuits involving the weedkiller and set aside $16 billion to settle cases.
Purdue’s advance to Sweet 16 means good news for Indy restaurants, retailers
While game tickets and downtown hotel rooms were already expected to sell out regardless of which teams end up in Indianapolis to play, Purdue’s inclusion is likely to boost visitor traffic throughout downtown.
March Madness first-round games drawing more viewers
Thursday night’s NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament games made up the most-watched prime-time first-round slate in March Madness history.
Fifth IU player joins lawsuit, accuses former basketball team doctor of sexual abuse
The player accuses former team physician Dr. Bradford Bomba Sr. of unnecessarily performing a rectal examination on him during a routine physical examination.
Indianapolis Opera perseveres to reach 50th anniversary
On March 22, Indianapolis Opera will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a gala at Hilbert Circle Theatre. The event will feature the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra accompanying a roster of high-profile singers from the opera’s past and present.
Indy leaders planning global conference on sports
TEDSports is expected to draw up to 1,000 executives, educators and trendsetters from across the globe Sept. 9-11.