Existing-home sales in central Indiana finish 2024 with December surge
Closed existing-home sales in the 16-county area rose only slightly from 2023 to 2024 despite a strong finish to the year.
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Banks could see M&A growth in 2025 with more favorable regulatory environment
Will more Indiana-based banks will be included in M&A deals this year? Probably. And if recent trends hold true, those deals likely will involve Indiana banks acquiring out-of-state institutions, not other Indiana banks.
Indianapolis Public Schools would lose power over buildings, transportation in new bill
House Bill 1501 would create two boards to manage transportation and facilities for Indianapolis Public Schools starting in 2026, making these assets available for sharing with charter schools.
Biden won’t enforce TikTok ban, official says, leaving fate of app to Trump
President-elect Donald Trump, who once called to ban the app, has since pledged to keep it available in the U.S., though his transition team has not said how they intend to accomplish that.
IndyCar analyst, racer Townsend Bell loses 3 homes in California wildfires
Despite the uncertainty of what comes next when he returns to California, Bell is upbeat about his new role with IndyCar coverage for Fox Sports and racing again for the first time in three years.
U.S. defense contractor to build 4,000-worker advanced manufacturing facility in central Ohio
Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine said it is the largest single job-creation and payroll project that Ohio has ever announced.
Church of Noise gallery unites visual art, music and sensitive plants
The gallery is part of Joyful Noise Recordings’ headquarters near the intersection of East Raymond Street and South Sherman Drive.
‘Squatter’ bill, harm reduction policies bring advocates to Indiana Statehouse
Some advocates warn Senate Bill 157—which would require police to remove “squatters” within 48 hours—would allow landlords to skip the court, chipping away at tenants’ rights.
Average rate on 30-year mortgage hits highest level since May
While sales of previously occupied U.S. homes rose in November for the second straight month, the housing market was on track to end 2024 as its worst year for sales since 1995.
‘Mr. Baseball’ Bob Uecker, who had brief stint with Indians, dies at 90
The Indianapolis Indians released a statement Thursday in remembrance of the colorful comedian and broadcaster, who played for the team in 1960.
While Indiana attracts more data centers, legislators look to add guardrails
In the last year, multiple Big Tech companies have announced four major Indiana developments totaling more than $14 billion, prompting state lawmakers to look for ways to address the intense energy demand.
Indiana lawmakers advance 15-and-under social media ban
Senate Bill 11 would require a social media operator such as Facebook or TikTok to restrict a minor from accessing the site if they did not receive “verifiable parental consent”
Nation’s largest trade group says holiday sales rose more than expected
The National Retail Federation said the 2024 holiday shopping season turned out to be robust, as easing inflation on merchandise drove shoppers to buy.
Indiana lawmakers contemplate slashing unemployment insurance timespan
Indiana workers who become unemployed through no fault of their own can claim unemployment insurance for up to 26 weeks under state law. Senate Bill 123 would slash that to 14 weeks.
UPDATE: Braun outlines cost-cutting goals for state agencies, plans to up spending in key areas
Indiana Gov. Mike Braun is scheduled to present his proposal to the State Budget Committee on Thursday afternoon.
Broad Ripple’s 317 BBQ rebrands by revamping its craft beer program
Instead of Centerpoint Brewing operating a taproom inside 317 BBQ, beers made by three Indiana companies will be available to customers.
North of 96th roundup: Swayzee Loinz, Crate Escapes dog bar among new businesses
Multiple retailers, restaurants and other businesses and organizations recently opened or began planning new locations in the north suburbs of Indianapolis.
Fever to get new $78M practice, training complex at former downtown jail property
Pacers Sports & Entertainment plans to build a dedicated training complex for the Fever with two regulation-size basketball courts, a full-service kitchen, a private outdoor courtyard and a spa-style retreat space.
After 40 years at WTHR, Chuck Lofton announces retirement plans
“I feel the time is right,” Lofton said during Thursday’s episode of “Sunrise.”
Fishers considering cap on single-family rentals, registration program for landlords
Fishers could become the first Indiana community to cap the percentage of single-family rental houses in the city’s subdivisions.