Education battle unleashed torrents of money in Indiana
Education reformers dramatically outspent opponents on lobbying, advertising and grass-roots campaigning during the past legislative session.
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Fundraising starts slowly for Indiana student loan program
The slow economy is hurting progress on an endowment that would help pro bono lawyers repay debt.
Global micro lender Grameen ramps up in Indianapolis
Low-income women could receive loans in weeks.
Event merges forces of old, new venture-capital groups
The third annual Innovation Showcase is getting a boost from a partnership between the Venture Club of Indiana and tech social group Verge.
Employers face messy decision to drop health insurance
Companies that drop insurance coverage could, without spending any more money than they are now, give workers an 11-percent raise or else help them save as much as $2,000 per year buying health coverage in one of the exchanges, IBJ calculations show.
16 Park project helping to transform Indianapolis neighborhood
The first building of a new complex on near-north side is set to be completed in August
Massive recycling plant in Indianapolis pays off for Republic Services
A $4M machine sorts newspaper, glass, plastic quickly from as far away as Evansville.
Chambers of commerce take bigger role in politics
After years of advocating pro-business positions, many chambers are taking the next step and issuing endorsements in hopes of ensuring business-friendly mayors get elected.
Bills that passed, failed in this year’s General Assembly
A look at some major legislation considered this year by the Indiana General Assembly.
Porous concrete gets big test
The new sidewalk and curb material is easing strain on storm sewers on Ohio Street.
Indianapolis tech experts talk about the local industry
In a question-and-answer forum, leaders weigh in on topics ranging from tech transfer to the future of Aprimo.
Doc groups play up economic impact
Physicians are regarded as smart, successful and helpful when you’re sick—but not usually as a big driver of the economy. Now, however, physician trade groups are arguing that docs are good for business too.
Indiana manufacturing sector clawing its way back
Factories are adding jobs, but returning to pre-recession levels will be a long slog.
Carmel arts center reaches out to young professionals
The Center for the Performing Arts is launching its own young professionals networking group called “The Scene.”
Indianapolis couple offers seniors a senior housing alternative
Unusual home on south side has a dozen bedrooms for folks who need to give up their own homes.
Banks OK with ‘clean energy financing districts’
Industry feared original bill would have put mortgage lenders at added risk.
Indiana experts weigh in on environmental issues
A panel discussion includes topics ranging from green power initiatives and hybrid cars to landfill policies and environmental regulations.
Tech networking group Hackers and Founders changes name to Verge
The new name is meant to distinguish the group from its Silicon Valley namesake.
Columbia Club Foundation says funds stolen by director
The private club’s president alerted members to the theft in a letter, but declined to specify how much was taken. Still, he said the director, who is not named in the correspondence, is making restitution.
Committee explores ways to reduce government
Charging not-for-profits for government services, eliminating certain paper records and trimming how much counties pay to mental-health institutions are among the ways local officials say the cost of government could be reduced.