Trump takes in $51 million, builds list of potential running mates
Donald Trump appeared to be moving closer to choosing a vice presidential running mate Wednesday, though two senators who had been under consideration said, "No, thanks."
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Candidates Pence, Gregg raise $7 million in last 3 months
After being out-fundraised by Democratic former state House Speaker John Gregg last quarter, preliminary numbers indicate that Republican Gov. Mike Pence's campaign led this time around.
E-liquid maker withdraws application after security firm questioned
Cali Co-Packing LLC told IBJ that it has decided to withdraw its application from the Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission following media reports that the company’s chosen security firm didn’t appear to meet a new state law’s stringent requirements.
Indiana offers support to U.K.-based companies amid Brexit concerns
Indiana commerce officials are showing support for companies based in the United Kingdom as they face financial and political uncertainty after Brexit—the country’s vote to leave the European Union.
Local technology firms plan expansions, 77 new jobs
Two local technology firms are making plans to expand their operations in Indianapolis, adding a total of up to 77 employees over the next four to five years, the companies announced Wednesday morning.
Potential replacements emerge in case Trump taps Pence
Indiana Republicans are already speculating about who would replace Mike Pence in the governor's race, even though Pence's selection is far from certain and the presumed GOP presidential nominee is vetting several candidates.
Report: Bosma, Rokita to vie for governor if Trump picks Pence as running mate
If Gov. Mike Pence is picked, the GOP would only have until July 15 to name a replacement to the Indiana ballot to run against Democratic nominee John Gregg. Lt. Gov. Eric Holcomb would likely be in the running as well.
Justices remove judge from court dispute between state, IBM
The Indiana Supreme Court on Tuesday removed the judge who has presided for six years over the litigation between the state and IBM over the failed $1.3 billion welfare-modernization contract.
FBI says it won’t recommend charges in Clinton email matter
The decision almost certainly removes the threat of criminal charges. But FBI Director James Comey delivered a blistering review of Hillary Clinton's actions, saying the agency found 110 emails on Clinton’s server containing classified information.
Trump tweets he was ‘very impressed’ by Indiana Gov. Pence
The billionaire businessman tweeted: "Spent time with Indiana Governor Mike Pence and family yesterday. Very impressed, great people!"
Spokesman: Indiana governor had ‘warm’ meeting with Trump
Indiana Gov. Mike Pence and his wife met with Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and his wife Saturday as Trump considers potential running mates, but a Pence spokesman said “nothing was offered.”
GOP takes aim at Gregg over legislative health care perk
Indiana Republicans are criticizing Democratic gubernatorial nominee John Gregg for a lucrative perk he helped institute for members of the General Assembly when he was speaker of the House.
Indiana political consultant Kellems leaves Trump campaign
Indiana political consultant Kevin Kellems, who joined Donald Trump’s presidential campaign team just last month, has resigned.
Trump mentions Pence in same breath as potential VP picks
Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has begun formally vetting prospective vice presidential picks. He had kind words for Gov. Mike Pence on Thursday.
Ex-GM site attracting ‘intense’ interest
The entity marketing the former General Motors stamping plant site is putting the property back on the market after plans for an outdoor concert venue on about half the 102 acres fell through.
Hamilton County feuding imperils projects
A flurry of capital projects totaling more than $100 million is proposed for Hamilton County over the next several years, but tension between the executive and fiscal bodies might delay some of them.
Recount shows Gorman wins Indiana Senate primary recount
A recount team added and subtracted some votes, but the final margin remained the same—a 37-vote victory by attorney Sean Gorman.
State makes progress in reducing black unemployment, but work remains
Unemployment for black people in Indiana stood at 7.7 percent in the first quarter of 2016 versus 4.4 percent for white people.
Federal judge blocks Indiana abortion law before deadline
A federal judge blocked a new Indiana law Thursday that bans abortions sought because of a fetus' genetic abnormalities or because of its race, sex or ancestry. The law was to take effect Friday.
Sallie Mae lands $2.4M in tax incentives for local expansion
As IBJ first reported Thursday morning, Newark, Delaware-based Sallie Mae plans to spend $15.7 million on the new office at 8425 Woodfield Crossing in northeast Indianapolis and add 278 workers to its existing staff.