Biden sworn in as nation’s 46th president
Joe Biden took the oath of office just before noon Wednesday during a ceremony at the U.S. Capitol. The presidential oath was administered by U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts.
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Vice President Harris: A new chapter opens in U.S. politics
Kamala Harris became the first female vice president—and the first Black woman and person of South Asian descent to hold the role. She was sworn in Wednesday by Justice Sonia Sotomayor, the first Latina to serve on the Supreme Court.
Ratcliff sues Indiana Gaming Commission for suspending his license
In a lawsuit filed Tuesday, longtime casino executive Rod Ratcliff argues that the commission violated his right to due process and says he believes the commission is trying to force him to sell his interests in the new Gary casino to Hard Rock International, a partner in the project.
IndyGo purchasing Haughville properties for paratransit operations
IndyGo has purchased one parcel and is working to purchase an adjacent one for its Open Door paratransit service, which is now housed on the city’s northeast side.
Trump bids farewell to Washington, wishes new administration ‘great luck and success’
President Trump declined to participate in any of the symbolic passing-of-the-torch traditions surrounding the peaceful transition of power, including inviting the Joe and Jill Biden to the White House for a get-to-know-you visit. But he did leave a note.
Indianapolis Colts QB Rivers to retire from playing football
Philip Rivers, 39, will end his playing career ranked fifth all-time in the NFL with 63,440 passing yards and 421 touchdown passes.
Emmis names new radio market manager for Indianapolis
Indianapolis-based Emmis Communications Corp. on Tuesday announced that Taja Graham will replace long-time radio executive Bob Richards as its Indianapolis radio market president effective March 1.
Multifamily redevelopment planned for Gray Eagle driving range
The Fishers City Council heard plans Tuesday for a 21-acre residential development and financing plan that would help prevent the closure of the golf course.
Pence heading to Indiana hometown after Biden inaugural
The Republican former Indiana governor and his wife, Karen, are expected to attend Joe Biden’s inauguration and will then fly into the Columbus Municipal Airport, where they will be greeted by some supporters.
Federal court strikes down major Trump climate rollback
The decision is likely to give the incoming Biden administration a freer hand to regulate emissions from power plants, one of the major sources of fossil fuel emissions.
Holcomb announces plans for new regional collaboration initiative in state address
Normally, the governor gives the annual State of the State address before a joint session of the Indiana General Assembly inside the Indiana House chamber. But for safety reasons, Holcomb pre-recorded the speech without an audience.
NCAA announces tighter schedule for March Madness
The much-anticipated opening Thursday of March Madness this year will belong to the play-in teams, part of a scrambled and modestly condensed schedule for the 2021 tournament released Tuesday.
Zionsville Town Council OKs zoning changes for planned 179-unit apartment complex
Carmel-based Sila Capital LLC plans to build three, 3-story buildings at the southeast corner of Oxford Drive and Grove Pass.
GM teams up with Microsoft on driverless cars
In the partnership announced Tuesday, the companies said Microsoft’s Azure cloud and edge computing platform would be used to “commercialize its unique autonomous vehicle solutions at scale.”
State reports 126 new COVID-19 deaths, raising death toll past 9,000
Statewide hospitalizations due to COVID-19 dipped from 2,386 on Sunday to 2,332 on Monday, the 11th decline in 12 days.
16 Tech announces first round of food, retail vendors
The seven vendors, which include restaurants, a space for food entrepreneurs and a barber shop, will occupy 16 Tech’s 40,000-square-foot food and retail hall.
Women-led race team gearing up to run in Indianapolis 500
A new IndyCar racing team dedicated to giving women opportunities to work in motorsports has submitted an entry for this year’s Indianapolis 500. Simona de Silvestro, the 2010 Indy 500 rookie of the year, will drive the No. 16 car.
Missouri-based developer planning $70M industrial park on east side
Jones Development Co. plans to spend five years transforming a 121.7-acre agricultural site into the six-building East Indy Exchange.
Chicken salad restaurant chain roosting in Indy area with three locations
Founded in 2008, the Alabama-based fast-casual chain has grown to 181 franchised and company-owned locations in 17 states.
College Board scrapping SAT’s optional essay, subject tests
The College Board announced Tuesday it will discontinue those assessments. Citing the coronavirus crisis, officials said the pandemic has “accelerated a process already underway at the College Board to simplify our work and reduce demands on students.”