IU Greek houses struggle with health violations
In more than 200 health inspection reports conducted on Greek houses at Indiana University in the last five years, 95 reports contained more than two critical violations.
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Council member won’t challenge historic church rezoning
Ben Hunter, who represents the district where the church faces demolition, said he doesn’t plan to challenge the rezoning of the property. The full council is expected to vote on the matter Monday evening.
Longtime CEO of state casino lobbying group stepping down
Mike Smith plans to resign as president and CEO of the Casino Association of Indiana after more than a dozen years in the position, the group announced Monday.
House lawmakers move to shield communications from public
Lawmakers in the Indiana House are working to keep internal correspondence secret by quietly changing the definition of a "work product" in a way that could shield nearly every communication from public view.
Whitestown demands Zionsville ‘cease and desist’ over merger
The battle between the two towns over Perry Township has heated up, with Whitestown demanding that Zionsville roll back moves it made in response to an Indiana Court of Appeals decision this week.
‘Hackers’ ready for Round 2 against public-sector problems
Local software developers and other tech talents will convene Saturday to tackle challenges vexing local and state governments in the second annual Indy Civic Hack.
China suspected in massive breach of federal personnel data
China-based hackers are suspected of breaking into the computer networks of the U.S. government personnel office and stealing identifying information of at least 4 million federal workers, American officials said Thursday.
Immigrant’s new PAC urges Asians toward politics
Raju Chinthala, a Carmel resident, is on a mission to get Asian-Americans registered to vote and eventually running for office. He formed the Asian-American Indiana PAC to support candidates from either party.
Suburbs paying for new census in hopes of higher tax distributions
A fast-growing city like Fishers can add thousands of new residents in just a few years. But several state funding allocations are based on population numbers the U.S. Census Bureau collects only once a decade, which could grossly underestimate the city’s density.
Five buildings set for construction this fall at Carmel City Center
Three buildings are expected to be reviewed by the Carmel Redevelopment Commission Architectural Review Committee this month.
Noblesville abatements include help for downtown building
Timberline Properties LLC is proposing a seven-year, $35,000 abatement for a project that would renovate 5,800 square feet on the second floor of the Caylor Building into 10 to 12 office suites and a business incubator.
Ritz officially joins race for Indiana governor’s office
Indiana Superintendent of Public Instruction Glenda Ritz joined the Democratic race for governor Thursday, setting up what could be a divisive three-way primary.
Developer proposes revised plan for criminal justice center
The partnership that wants to develop a criminal justice center in Indianapolis has proposed a slightly scaled-down version to the City-County Council in hopes of resurrecting the project.
Pence’s welcome letter for LGBT festival draws criticism
A letter from Gov. Mike Pence welcoming visitors to Indianapolis' upcoming Circle City IN Pride Festival is drawing criticism from both the state Democratic Party chairman and a conservative group, who are unhappy for different reasons.
Revamped State Board of Education has quiet first meeting
Indiana's revamped State Board of Education had no disputes during its first meeting with five new members.
Ex-congressman Baron Hill entering U.S Senate race
Former U.S. Rep. Baron Hill says he's ready to be the first Democrat to enter Indiana's U.S. Senate race to replace retiring Republican Dan Coats.
Greenwood adds e-cigarettes to public smoking ban
The ban prohibits smoking in places such as restaurants, building entryways and parks, but not bars.
Illinois governor kills Illiana tollway project amid budget fight
Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner announced plans Tuesday to kill the $1.5 billion Illiana Expressway project, a proposed tollway that would link Interstate 65 in Indiana and Interstate 55 in Illinois.
Court clears way for Zionsville expansion, first mayor
Zionsville has won approval from the Indiana Court of Appeals to merge with Perry Township and add a mayor.
Illinois well services company moving offices to Indiana
Franklin Well Services executives said the company will have about 90 people working at its new headquarters in Vincennes. It is already moving employees and equipment from its current office in Lawrenceville, Illinois.