Biogen pays $900M to settle doctor kickback allegations
The deal resolves allegations that the pharmaceutical maker violated federal law by paying kickbacks to doctors to persuade them to prescribe its multiple sclerosis drugs.
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Libertarian group sues to block student debt cancellation
The lawsuit was filed in federal court in Indiana, one of several states that plan to tax any student debt canceled by President Biden’s plan.
Upland Brewing to expand in Indy area with taproom near Castleton
Upland will add to its local roster that includes locations in Fountain Square, Carmel and the intersection of 49th Street and College Avenue.
City seeks ideas for revamping Twin Aire Shopping Plaza, former drive-in theater
The city’s “request for information” is likely to garner suggestions from developers for mixed-use developments, apartments, community spaces and facilities for not-for-profits.
Indiana abortion providers accepting patients while state ban stays on hold
Planned Parenthood, historically the largest abortion provider in Indiana, made the procedure available again on Thursday, immediately following the injunction from an Owen Country judge.
BJ’s Wholesale Club ready to open store in Noblesville
BJ’s is the third-largest warehouse club chain in the country with 230 warehouse-style stores in 17 states, mostly in the eastern United States.
CBO: White House plan to cancel student loan debt costs $400 billion
The new cost estimate will add fresh fuel to the debate over President Joe Biden’s decision to cancel up to $20,000 in student debt for eligible borrowers.
Study: Teacher licensing exams shrink Indiana’s pool of Black, Hispanic teachers
Indiana’s ubiquitous teacher licensing exam could be one reason behind the state’s shortage of teachers—especially Black and Hispanic teachers, according to a new report from Indiana University.
White House: New rule will show ‘true cost’ of plane tickets
The new rule is intended help consumers save money up front and encourage more competition among airlines to offer better fares.
Fed officials call for more rate hikes to fight inflation
The Federal Reserve will have to keep boosting its benchmark interest rate to a point that raises unemployment and gets inflation down from unusually high levels, two officials said in separate remarks Monday.
Proposed south-side affordable housing complex receives $36M in state bonds, tax credits
The bonds and tax credits provided through the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority are used to incentivize private developers to fund the acquisition, rehabilitation and construction of affordable housing communities.
Dimmett sheds interim tag as CEO of Project Lead The Way
David Dimmett, formerly the group’s chief impact officer, took on the interim role after former leader Vince Bertram retired this spring.
Purdue project to develop treatment for deadly brain cancer wins $398,000 in federal funding
Three Indiana institutions are teaming up to try to develop a treatment for glioblastoma, a lethal cancer that begins with the brain or spinal cord, and is difficult to treat, often requiring a combination of surgery, chemotherapy and radiation.
UPDATE: Purdue planning expanded school of business
Purdue University officials say they’re building on momentum for combining STEM and business education by renaming the current school of management, expanding its faculty and student enrollment and housing them in a new building.
Noblesville mayor announces run for second term in 2023
Chris Jensen, 38, is the latest Hamilton County mayor to announce his plans for 2023. No Democratic or Republican challengers have publicly announced campaigns.
Lawmakers eye next budget session with $5B in reserves
Republicans, who hold the supermajority, seemed intent on keeping excess spending low, while Democrats urge investing more in education and public health.
Biden to propose airlines disclose extra fees up front
The disclosures would cover any fees for passengers to sit with their children, to change or cancel a flight, and to bring checked or carry-on bags.
Pfizer seeks to expand omicron booster to 5- to 11-year-olds
The hope is that the modified boosters will help tamp down continuing COVID-19 cases and blunt another winter surge.
NFL ends Pro Bowl in favor of skills competitions, flag game instead
Former Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning and his Omaha Productions company will help shape programming for “The Pro Bowl Games” and promote the event’s content.
NASCAR legend, IndyCar driver Jimmie Johnson to retire from full-time racing
Johnson for sure won’t return for a second full IndyCar season with Chip Ganassi Racing. He raced only the street and road courses in 2021, added the ovals to run the full 2022 season and now isn’t even sure if he’ll run IndyCar at all.