Downtown building owners plan $30M apartment, parking garage project
The proposal calls for demolition of the 21 Virginia Ave. building—formerly home to the 500 Festival organization—and replacing it with a nine-story building.
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Indiana initiative supporting independent candidates launches
Nearly 44% of registered voters in Indiana are independents—compared with about 31% who are Republicans and 25% who are Democrats, according to recent data.
US manufacturing activity contracts for 6th straight month
At the same time, there were a few hopeful signs about the outlook. Orders expanded for the first time since the start of the year.
Coming price cuts at McDonald’s might signal broader fast food price war
Fast food visits by lower-income consumers dropped by double-digit percentages industrywide in the second quarter, McDonald’s said.
Will Power out at Penske: Team confirms Australian will not return for 18th season
Power, 44, won two IndyCar titles and the Indianapolis 500 for Roger Penske. He ranks fourth all-time in IndyCar victories.
Indiana libraries prepare for impact from budget moves
Much of the discussion surrounding property tax reform has focused on schools, law enforcement and local government. But libraries are also in line to see impacts from legislation cutting property taxes.
IBJ Podcast: Pete the Planner on whether buying a home is always a smart investment
It’s not at all necessary to get started right away, and there’s a navigable path for renters in the 40s to end up in a very comfortable situation by retirement.
IU, Cook Medical announce 5-year agreement to advance research and innovation
The IU Launch Accelerator for Biosciences, or IU LAB, based in Indianapolis, will serve as the coordinating organization for projects launched as part of the initiative.
Trump plans hefty tax on imported drugs, risking higher prices, shortages
The threat comes as Trump also pressures drugmakers to lower prices of pharmaceuticals in the United States.
Government shutdown looms as Congress returns after monthlong August recess
The annual spending battle will dominate the September agenda, along with a possible effort by Senate Republicans to change their chamber’s rules to thwart Democratic stalling tactics on nominations.
PBS, NPR stations struggle with Trump-fueled government funding cuts
No stations have shut down, but job and programming cuts are already beginning.
Pickleball chain plans to open its third Indy-area location near downtown
The new 32,000-square-foot, 12-court club will also feature a pro shop and two private event spaces and plans to host tournaments, youth academies and instructor-led clinics.
Braun keeps wait-and-see stance on redistricting as GOP lawmakers deliberate
Gov. Mike Braun again declined to say where he stands on redistricting congressional maps, maintaining that he wants to hear first from Republican leaders in the Indiana General Assembly.
Zionsville organization helps adults with disabilities find work
Watch Us Farm is a nonprofit with an ambitious plan to grow and develop its program that provides job training and employment for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Otis Gibbs’ creative life includes his music, YouTube
The prominent Indianapolis musician with a healthy following in Europe is experiencing a career renaissance thanks to storytelling videos he posts on YouTube.
Local businesses see big opportunities ahead in new drone-flight rule
Once the rule takes effect—which could be as soon as early next year—observers expect a huge increase in drone use for everything from package delivery to public safety to agricultural activities to aerial surveying.
Small Columbus health insurer tries to take on the giants
SIHO Insurance Services is tackling the gargantuan challenge of growth in the employer-based benefits market in Indianapolis and across the state.
Health district takes shape ahead of IU Health hospital completion
The recently established Indy Health District is dedicated to reducing health inequity across Indianapolis. It stretches from St. Clair Street north to 38th Street, encompassing 1,500 acres.
Change in Marion County’s residency requirement still sought despite committee’s vote
An almost 50-year-old requirement that county employees live in Indianapolis is creating staffing problems for some city agencies, but councilors on the City-County Council’s Public Safety and Criminal Justice Committee voted 6-5 against changing the rule.
ICE’s arrest of police officer raise questions about E-Verify
About 23 states, including Indiana, require E-Verify for at least some public and/or private employers.