Indiana fetal-remains law could boost costs for abortions
The state’s largest abortion provider said it expects greater expenses for abortions because of the state law requiring burial or cremation of fetal remains upheld by the U.S. Supreme Court.
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Hogsett proposes ambitious, 9-county plan to fund infrastructure improvements
The mayor’s office says the strategy is a way to meet the city’s growing infrastructure needs—which amount to $160 million per year—without raising taxes. But the proposal would create winners and losers among area counties, even as it addresses what’s considered a regional problem.
Some Indiana educators disappointed about mental health funding
Jennifer McCormick, the state superintendent of public instruction and a Republican, said financial backing for mental health services didn't receive the attention it warranted.
City’s oldest municipal golf course to close at end of season
The impending closure of Riverside Golf Course—which opened in 1900 as only the fourth municipal golf course in the country—is part of the city’s master plan for Riverside Park. The city’s second oldest municipal course also is slated for closure.
Appeals court says Gary’s lawsuit against gun makers can proceed
The Indiana Court of Appeals on Thursday revived the city of Gary’s lawsuit against 10 handgun manufacturers, thwarting the Indiana General Assembly’s attempt to derail the legal action in 2015.
Buttigieg surges with Dems as some begin suffering ‘Beto overload’
Over the past two months, South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg has risen from a virtual unknown to the top tier of contenders among Democrats as Beto O’Rourke slipped down.
Vaping, ticket scalping, drug prices on agenda for summer study
The Legislative Council, which is composed of members of both parties and chambers in the Indiana General Assembly, on Tuesday approved a 10-page list of topics that lawmakers will study for proposed legislation next year.
Hoosier Lottery could see record-high revenue again this year
Lottery operator IGT Indiana estimates it will sell $1.33 billion worth of tickets before the fiscal year ends on June 30. The state’s take could reach $309 million, which would be another record.
China’s technology tactics irk its trading partners
Europe, Japan and other trading partners object to President Trump’s trade tactics but echo American complaints. They say China’s practices violate its market-opening commitments under the World Trade Organization.
Indy towing operator charged with defrauding car owners in massive scheme
A federal grand jury indicted Brian Fenner of Indianapolis, and a partner, Dennis Birkey of Wisconsin, in an alleged scheme to fraudulently take title to other people's cars and then sell them for their own profit.
Trump delays imposing tariffs on auto imports, parts
The White House said Friday that President Trump is delaying for six months any decision to slap import taxes on foreign cars, a move that would hit Europe and Japan especially hard.
City files eminent domain suit to acquire, demolish Oaktree Apartments
The city of Indianapolis has called the 19-acre property southeast of the intersection of 42nd Street and Post Road a “threat to public health, safety and welfare.”
Indiana Chamber president says Trump is ‘gambling with other people’s money’ in trade war
Last week, President Donald Trump announced plans to increase tariffs from 10% to 25% on $200 billion worth of Chinese imports that include a wide variety of products like aluminum and steel, frozen fish and meat and wood.
Ivanka Trump encourages lifelong learning at Salesforce event
During a panel discussion with individuals who have participated in Salesforce’s Trailhead training program, Ivanka Trump said her goal is to make sure everyone has ongoing access to training opportunities.
A third of Indianapolis City-County Council isn’t running this fall
Eight 0f 25 city-county councilors won’t be on the ballot this fall. And five members elected in 2015 have since resigned, retired or been promoted to higher office.
Lugar lauded at funeral for advocacy of global peace
Vice President Mike Pence and Chief Justice John Roberts joined numerous other national leaders among several hundred mourners at Lugar's funeral Wednesday in his hometown of Indianapolis following his death last month at age 87.
Car-sharing company Turo makes local inroads
Similar to peer-to-peer home-sharing platforms, car-sharing apps help individuals make their vehicles available to others for a fee.
City officials approve TIF-like district to fund new levee in Rocky Ripple
City of Indianapolis officials voted overwhelmingly this week to authorize the creation of a flood control improvement district in the area between the White River and the Central Canal, which would help fund the construction of a new levee along the White River.
UPDATE: Criminal probe opened into veterans’ agency mismanagement
Marion County Prosecutor Terry Curry confirmed the investigation Tuesday. Three agency employees recently resigned following media reports about the department.
Republican senators raising alarms about growing trade war
Faced with the prospect that Trump will continue with his adversarial approach, Republican lawmakers are also looking for ways to provide a taxpayer bailout to farmers.