Jury returns $83M asbestos verdict against Indianapolis clay manufacturer
The verdict against American Art Clay Co. includes $60 million in punitive damages
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Major League Baseball to use robot umpires for ball-strike challenges
The system has been in use at many Minor League Baseball parks since 2023, including at Victory Field in Indianapolis for Indians games.
Braun calls for IURC board applicants, places energy bills front and center on policy agenda
Gov. Mike Braun’s call for Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission applicants comes as Indiana ratepayers have seen a steep rise in electric bills and large power users like data centers flock to the Hoosier State.
IU group among finalists for up to $160M to develop musculoskeletal health hub
The goal of the National Science Foundation’s Engines program is to grow regional innovation ecosystems.
NCAA announces Final Four-related events scheduled for Indy
The fan-friendly events are scheduled to take place in conjunction with the 2026 Men’s Final Four basketball tournament in Indianapolis.
Eli Lilly plans to make highly anticipated weight-loss pill at new $6.5B Texas plant
The $6.5 billion Houston-area plant is part of the drugmaker’s commitment to add four U.S. manufacturing sites through a $27 billion reshoring investment unveiled early this year.
Braun says Trump administration has not threatened state’s federal funding over redistricting
Still, Trump administration officials have been pushing Indiana Republicans to call a special session focused on redistricting. Most notably, Vice President J.D. Vance traveled to Indianapolis to speak with Braun.
Powell signals Federal Reserve to move slowly on interest rate cuts
Jerome Powell’s approach is in sharp contrast to some members of the Fed’s rate-setting committee who are pushing for faster cuts.
IndyGo planning new bus docking bays by Carson Transit Center, eliminating street parking
The canopied platform for rapid-transit buses along East Washington Street will be long enough to accommodate two 60-foot articulated buses.
Rokita advises it would be ‘wise’ to remove teachers who express support for political violence
In a memo, the Indiana attorney general said, as a legal matter, schools have substantial authority to punish educators for divisive or controversial speech.
CVS Health subsidiary Omnicare files for bankruptcy protection
The filing comes two months after the long-term care business was ordered to pay $949 million when a federal court found it liable for filing fraudulent claims for some prescription drugs.
Noblesville lands USA Gymnastics headquarters, training facility
The national sports governing body, which has been based in Indianapolis since 1983, could move to the new facility by the end of 2028.
NCAA, Indiana Sports Corp., IBJ to honor Jim Morris during 2026 Final Four
The Be Better Campaign will celebrate professionals who promote personal growth, civic pride and mentorship in the same way Morris did, including through his work with the Indiana Pacers.
Checking in with past winners of Rally’s IN-Prize pitch contest, aimed at bringing startups to Indiana
The pitch contest, which comes with the potential for up to $1 million in rewards for each of the winners, returns this week as part of Elevate Ventures’ annual Rally innovation conference.
Jury to look at whether Amazon tricked customers into joining Prime—and made it hard to leave
The Federal Trade Commission sued Amazon in U.S. District Court in Seattle two years ago and has alleged more than a decade of legal violations. A trial begin this week.
Trump administration seeks to redistribute $2.4B pulled from California’s high-speed railroad
The administration wants to use the money for a new $5 billion program announced Monday to fund rail projects to boost passenger rail traffic nationwide.
Google to withdraw rezoning request for data center in Franklin Township
The proposed data center has faced widespread criticism from neighbors and local officials who have expressed concerns about the project’s environmental impact.
Spirit Airlines to furlough 1,800 flight attendants amid second bankruptcy
Known for its bright yellow planes and no-frills service, Spirit has had a rough ride since the COVID-19 pandemic, struggling to rebound amid rising operation costs and its mounting debt.
White House says it blocked U.S. Steel’s decision to stop processing steel at Illinois plant
U.S. Steel reversed course and said it would continue to supply raw steel slabs to Granite City “indefinitely” and that it had “found a solution to continue slab consumption at Granite City.”
Summer Stock Stage to celebrate ‘Battle’ actress who attended North Central
Chase Infiniti, a North Central High School graduate, portrays the daughter of Leonardo DiCaprio’s character in “One Battle After Another.”