U.S. House approves pro-union bill despite dim Senate odds
The measure, which union leaders and labor allies have presented as a cure for decades of working-class wage stagnation, was approved on a mostly party-line 225-206 vote.
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Nasdaq makes biggest jump since November as Big Tech surges
Gains for major tech companies powered a 3.7% surge in the Nasdaq on Tuesday, the largest jump for the index in months.
Dirt-cheap flights offered as airlines rebuild battered networks
Airlines worldwide cut $1 billion of expenses a day last year to cope with the slump in passengers, and that’s given them some wiggle room to lower ticket prices.
When to expect payments, other benefits from COVID-19 relief package
The package includes direct payments to most Americans, aid to small businesses, financial help for schools and much more intended to help the country recover from the financial ravages of the pandemic.
Indiana police reform bill sails through Senate committee
House Bill 1006 includes provisions for mandatory de-escalation training, misdemeanor penalties for officers who turn off body cameras with intent to conceal, and bans on chokeholds in certain circumstances.
State’s mass vaccine sites proving popular with Hoosiers
Coronavirus vaccine shots were given to more than 16,000 people during Indiana’s first mass vaccination clinic and all appointments have been filled for two similar upcoming clinics, state health officials said Tuesday.
Performance Racing Industry to hold in-person trade show again in 2021
A typical PRI Show brings upwards of 67,000 people to Indianapolis and generates an economic impact of $65 million, making it one of the city’s largest annual events.
Lawmakers weigh freezing property assessments after successful appeals
Indiana lawmakers are considering legislation that would freeze property tax assessments for four years when a property owner wins an appeal.
Indiana reports 593 new COVID-19 cases, 22 more deaths
The state said more than 724,000 Hoosiers had been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as of Tuesday at 5 a.m. More than 1.15 million had received the first dose of a vaccination.
Tech school Kenzie Academy acquired by Southern New Hampshire University
The Manchester, New Hampshire-based college said Kenzie will operate as a not-for-profit division of the private university, offering online, accelerated training programs.
Brawny gym for serious weightlifters planned for big retail site on south side
Founded by a local bodybuilder, American Muscle Factory is expected to open in August in a long-vacant, 23,000-square-foot retail space in the Greenwood Place shopping center.
Pharmacy-automation software firm planning to hire 420 in Indiana
The New York-based firm plans to lease 10,655 square feet on the 15th floor of the 8888 Keystone Crossing office building in Indianapolis for its local operations.
$16M apartment project planned for former Angie’s List campus
Jeremy Stephenson, who started 1820 Ventures a year ago after leaving Indianapolis-based apartment developer Milhaus, intends to develop the 103-unit project near the middle of the Elevator Hill campus.
Survey: Many Americans still feeling financial impact of pandemic
A new poll finds COVID-19 has been devastating for some Americans, while leaving others virtually unscathed or even in better shape, at least when it comes to their finances.
COVID-19 relief bill could deliver big health insurance savings for many
Several million people stand to save hundreds of dollars in health insurance costs, or more, under the coronavirus relief legislation on track to pass Congress.
Airline industry pushes U.S. to standardize ‘vaccine passports’
Leading airline and business groups are asking the Biden administration to develop temporary credentials that would let travelers show they have been tested and vaccinated for COVID-19, a step that the airline industry believes will help revive travel.
Microsoft server hack has victims hustling to stop intruders
Victims of a massive global hack of Microsoft email server software—estimated in the tens of thousands by cybersecurity responders—worked Monday to shore up infected systems and try to diminish chances that intruders might steal data or hobble their networks.
Child tax credit expansion sets up showdown with GOP
The massive coronavirus relief plan making its way to President Joe Biden’s desk includes a plan to temporarily raise the child tax credit that could end up permanently changing the way the country deals with child poverty.
Wall Street finishes mixed as tech slump offsets other gains
Tech shares tumbled anew on Monday, sending the Nasdaq composite index down 11% from its all-time high, as investors fled high-valuation stocks for companies whose fortunes are closely tied to the economic cycle.
Former head of Eskenazi burn unit sues IU Health, IU medical school
A prominent Indianapolis surgeon is suing Indiana University and Indiana University Health, claiming they broke his contract and interfered with his ability to get another job.