Judge strikes another blow against proposed Illiana Tollway
A U.S. District Court judge in Chicago ruled Tuesday that the federal government's approval of the proposed Illiana Tollway linking northern Illinois and Indiana is invalid.
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Duke Energy awaits decision on repair costs for new plant
Indiana's utility customer advocate is studying whether Duke Energy should be allowed to pass along costs of repairing its new $3.5 billion coal-gasification plant in southwestern Indiana to consumers.
Opponents of proposed reservoir vow to fight commission
Opponents of a proposed $450 million central Indiana reservoir are vowing to continue their efforts to stop the creation of a commission that would handle planning for the proposed Mounds Lake Reservoir, a 2,100-acre lake stretching seven miles through Madison and Delaware counties.
EPA seen siding with engine makers in truck efficiency rules
The Obama administration is poised to deliver a victory to engine makers at the expense of truck manufacturers such as Cummins Inc. in the next stage of the U.S. government’s plan to tackle climate change.
Court tosses suits challenging climate change plan
A federal appeals court on Tuesday threw out a pair of high-profile lawsuits challenging the Obama administration's sweeping plan to address climate change, saying it's too early to challenge a rule that isn't yet final.
Indiana economic groups endorse Mounds Lake project
Economic development organizations in eight central Indiana counties say they support the proposed $450 million Mounds Lake Reservoir project.
IPL to build $25M storage complex in Marion County
The Battery Energy Storage System, or BESS. will be built at the Harding Street Station. The utility received approval for a 10-year tax abatement from the county that will save it more than $3 million on the project.
Appeals court sides with EPA on air pollution limits
States including Mississippi, Indiana and Texas had challenged the EPA's finding that certain areas within their borders were violating the standard.
Delaware County commissioners oppose Mounds reservoir
Commissioners in one of two central Indiana counties where the proposed Mounds Lake Reservoir would be created voted Monday to oppose the approximately $450 million project.
Indiana city gives initial OK to reservoir panel ordinance
An ordinance calling for the city of Anderson to join a commission that would handle planning for a proposed $450 million reservoir has won initial approval from the central Indiana city's council.
State bird flu restrictions hit students in 4-H programs
Thousands of Indiana children who raised and doted on chickens, turkeys and other poultry for 4-H projects are feeling the sting of a statewide ban on bird shows aimed at preventing the spread of a bird flu.
Settlement clears way for Kokomo baseball home opener
A dispute involving the federal and state governments over how Kokomo built part of a baseball stadium in a flood-prone area meant to remain green space was resolved Friday.
Indiana’s ethanol industry awaits EPA fuel decision
Indiana's ethanol producers warned that their industry could face a long-lasting "chilling effect" if the federal government lowers the amount of ethanol blended into the U.S. fuel supply.
Environmental groups sue over Illiana Tollway approval
A lawsuit over the proposed Illiana Tollway claims federal approval for the project relied on faulty information and didn’t adequately consider environmental impacts.
Indiana fish farm loses lawsuits over unpaid bills
A central Indiana fish farm that last year won approval for a $30 million expansion faces more than $200,000 in court judgments after lawsuits filed by businesses who say the company owes them money.
Indiana county to oppose proposed $450M reservoir project
The Delaware County Council is drafting a resolution that will strongly oppose the proposed $450 million Mounds Lake reservoir that would be formed by damming the White River.
IPL plans $25M power-storage facility at Harding Street plant
The utility is seeking a $3.1 million tax incentive that it says will help it retain 791 employees in Marion County.
Entergy says grid manager savings exceed projections
Entergy Corp. estimates its electrical customers in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas saved more than $250 million after Entergy joined Carmel-based grid manager MISO.
House votes to block EPA regulation of streams, wetlands
The proposed rules have fueled political anger in the country’s heartland, becoming a top issue of concern for many farmers and landowners who say there are already too many government regulations affecting their businesses.
Review of Mounds Lake reservoir study raises new questions
Opponents of a proposal to build Indiana's first new reservoir in more than four decades by damming the White River in Anderson say they hope a peer review of a feasibility study helps kill the project before more money is spent.