IBJ Podcast: Pete the Planner’s predictions for housing, higher ed, energy and a potential tariff mess
If the Supreme Court finds that Presidents Trump’s emergency tariffs are invalid, the consequences for the government’s finances could be severe.
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Kimpton developer eyes late 2026 opening for $110M downtown hotel
The 18-story Kimpton has been in the works since late 2017, with its price tag almost doubling from the original $57 million planned investment.
Owner of downtown’s Landmark Center office tower facing foreclosure
The tower is the city’s 10th-largest downtown office complex, according to IBJ research. Its two largest tenants are IU Health and Volunteers of America.
IBJ Podcast: You’re a skeptical, penny-pinching CEO. What are your first steps for adopting AI?
Company executives might believe they face high barriers—including cost, employee resistance and lack of technical expertise. But an expert on executive education says solutions are within almost anyone’s grasp.
Zoo to remove pair of rides to make way for new exhibit space
The attractions generate little or no revenue and are expensive to maintain, the Indianapolis Zoo’s CEO said.
IBJ Podcast: Buc-ee’s, Wally’s and Wawa converge on Indy as convenience stores become cultural forces
A national retailing expert explains what to expect from the three chains, how their business models work and why they see opportunity in central Indiana.
Telecom company plans data center near Township Line Road on Indy’s north side
The single-story data center, which would use a relatively modest 4 megawatts of power, would be located on a largely wooded property that already includes a 1,000-foot broadcast tower.
IBJ Podcast: Percussionists beat path to Indy to celebrate their craft
Indianapolis will have rhythm to spare this week with more than 7,000 musicians participating in the Percussive Arts Society International Convention. In the latest edition of the IBJ Podcast, organizer Joshua Simonds discusses the record-breaking event, which will include drummers who play in the touring bands of Taylor Swift and Beyoncé.
North-side retirement campus plans $102M expansion with new residential units, larger community center
The project is slated to include 69 luxury apartment units, 25 villa-style residences and indoor sports courts for pickleball.
IBJ Podcast: What’s behind the Indiana Legislature’s special session on redistricting and how could it play out?
The battle to expand political power by changing boundaries on a map has a decades-long history in Indiana.
Elevator Hill investors buy former Capitol City Fence property with historic building
Other new developments around the former Angie’s List campus include the purchase of a home at 1149 E. Market St. and the opening of a cafe and bake shop at 1008 E. Washington St.
IBJ Podcast: Pat East on the buzz over buying businesses—and potential red flags
East discusses his exit from Hanapin Marketing, provides tips for those considering ETAs and breaks down the warning signs entrepreneurs should beware.
Fast-growing Bargersville eyes $59M apartment-and-retail project near downtown
Property that formerly housed the Bargersville Flea Market could serve as an entryway for a larger mixed-use district offering restaurants, retail and residential components.
IBJ Podcast: Pete the Planner on what to do when you’re furloughed
Dunn talks with IBJ Editor Lesley Weidenbener about the financial challenges facing federal workers and what they attack immediately.
IBJ Podcast: The serious business of scaring patrons at Indy Scream Park
As a 10-year-old entrepreneur, Benjamin Nagengast sold pumpkins in Anderson. Now he employs 180 people every night to operate the Scream Park, which he says is like running a farm.
Mark Montieth: Haliburton’s absence gives other Pacers chance to fill the gap
The Pacers have dunked on the Vegas brains for three seasons running, surpassing preseason projections by an average of 7.5 wins.
Colts ask to tear down building to create more surface parking
The team now owns at least 102 parcels exceeding 12.3 acres south of McCarty Street and north of Interstate 70.
IBJ Podcast: What a state audit reveals about the IEDC, Elevate Ventures and more
The Governor’s Office said the review uncovered nothing criminal. Still, the auditors noted dozens of findings in the report, including situations involving conflicts of interest, poor documentation and a lack of transparency.
Owner of former Chef JJ’s Downtown restaurant lists building for $2.1M
Zoning changes or modifications to the building—including demolition—would require approval from the Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission.
IBJ Podcast: Goodwill CEO expands programs, embraces mergers, tries new territories
Kent Kramer climbed the management ladder at Sam’s Club before finding his true calling supercharging growth for Goodwill’s employment, education and health services.