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Central Indiana officials meet for ‘long overdue’ data center discussion

March 12, 2026 | Taylor Wooten

Mayors, city councilors, utility leaders and economic development experts from around central Indiana gathered Wednesday to discuss more coordination involving the boom in data center development.

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Indy Chamber, IU Indianapolis partner to research women in sports leadership

March 10, 2026 | Marek Mazurek

New research from the Indy Chamber and IU Indianapolis shows Indianapolis is a top site for women in sports leadership roles.

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GE Aerospace investing $65 million in Indiana plants

March 10, 2026 | Alex Brown, Inside INdiana Business

The largest share of the 2026 investment will go to GE Aerospace’s plant in Indianapolis, which makes combustors and structural engine components.

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UPDATE: Gov. Mike Braun quickly signs Bears stadium bill

February 26, 2026 | Marek Mazurek

In a statement Thursday, the Chicago Bears said they “appreciate the ongoing engagement with Indiana state and local leaders” as they continue to vet a potential stadium site in Hammond.

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Illinois stadium bill for Bears passes committee, but deal remains uncertain

February 26, 2026 | Justin Laurence, Crain's Chicago Business

Both the Bears and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker say negotiations are progressing. But continued opposition from Chicago legislators underscores the contrast with Indiana.

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South Korean manufacturer to build first US plant, add more than 300 jobs in Indiana

February 26, 2026 | Alex Brown, Inside INdiana Business

Hanjung America plans to build the facility on 133 acres in the Riverfork West Industrial Park, the Indiana Economic Development Corp. announced Thursday.

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Chicago Bears stadium bill nears governor’s desk as senator endorses changes

February 25, 2026 | Marek Mazurek

The Senate author of legislation to build a stadium for the Chicago Bears in Hammond has agreed with changes to the bill. The move puts the measure one step away from heading to Indiana Gov. Mike Braun’s desk.

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Indiana House passes bill paving way for possible Bears stadium in Hammond

February 24, 2026 | Marek Mazurek

The Indiana House gave an enthusiastic show of support Tuesday to use public funding for a new stadium in Hammond that would play host to the Chicago Bears.

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Bears, bonds and budgeting: Where do things stand with Indiana’s pursuit of the Chicago Bears?

February 20, 2026 | Marek Mazurek

After a chaotic day of hearings, statements and press conferences across two states, Indiana is in a better position to land the site for the charter NFL franchise’s home games than it was a week ago. Here’s where things stand.

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‘Once-in-a-generation opportunity’: Hammond mayor ready for Bears stadium

February 19, 2026 | Alex Brown, Inside INdiana Business

The Bears are prepared to invest about $2 billion for the stadium project in Hammond, according to Indiana House Speaker Todd Huston, R-Fishers.

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UPDATE: Amended bill paves way for potential Chicago Bears stadium in Hammond

February 19, 2026 | Marek Mazurek

As amended Thursday, Senate Bill 27 creates a financial framework for the construction of a new stadium and puts to rest speculation as to where that stadium might be built.

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Bears stadium package has ‘positive momentum’ in Illinois capitol, but hasn’t reached end zone

February 18, 2026 | Brenden Moore, Capitol News Illinois

Illinois lawmakers say a long-stalled proposal to help the Chicago Bears build a domed stadium in Arlington Heights is seeing renewed urgency as Indiana advances competing legislation backed by Gov. Mike Braun to lure the team across state lines.

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Indiana House adds $50M in regional tax credits to IEDC bill

February 17, 2026 | Marek Mazurek

The bill requires the Indiana Economic Development Corp. to set aside $50 million in tax credits — out of the agency’s total allotment of $300 million — for specific regional items. It also establishes rules for the state’s new drone-testing site.

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Key state lawmaker casts doubt on Indianapolis’ aspirations for MLS stadium

February 12, 2026 | Mickey ShueyMickey Shuey

For the second time in as many months, a state lawmaker is questioning the city’s chances of financing a potential Major League Soccer stadium.

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UPDATE: Despite opposition from councilors and neighbors, Martindale-Brightwood data center gets initial OK

February 12, 2026 | Taylor Wooten

The Metropolitan Development Commission hearing examiner’s approval of Los Angeles-based Metrobloks’ rezoning request came despite strong opposition from Martindale-Brightwood residents and some members of the City-County Council.

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Smaller airports around Indiana struggle to keep up with needs

February 6, 2026 | Jim DeBrosse, Indiana Capital Chronicle

Nearly three quarters of Indiana’s private hangars are at 90% capacity or greater and many Hoosier airports have waiting lists for hangar space of several years or more.

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Indiana House speaker to sponsor Bears stadium bill

February 5, 2026 | Marek Mazurek

Gov. Mike Braun said observers should start watching the Bears’ public responses to Indiana’s actions to get an idea “where this is headed.”

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SkyLake Adventures teams with Butler Institute for Sports and Entertainment

January 29, 2026 | IBJ Staff

Under the partnership, Butler University students will receive real-life experience in hospitality and entertainment, and real-life experiences and practical skills in marketing, social media and communications.

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Senate passes Chicago Bears stadium bill in show of support for NFL team

January 28, 2026 | Marek Mazurek

Senate Bill 27 would establish the Northwest Indiana Stadium Authority to issue bonds, acquire land, finance capital improvements and enter into leases with private entities. 

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Democrat House Rep. Ed DeLaney calls for legislative probe into IEDC activities

January 21, 2026 | Marek Mazurek

Rep. Ed DeLaney announced Wednesday that he plans to file a resolution that calls for creating a House select committee to investigate the IEDC—the state’s lead agency for business attraction and expansion efforts.

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