Wage garnishment for defaulted student loans to resume early next year
There were about 5.3 million borrowers who had not made a payment on their federal student loans for at least 360 days as of June 30.
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Why The Washington Post’s editorial board dubbed Indiana its ‘state of the year’
The Post’s editorial board announced the distinction Monday, kicking off what the board says is a new yearly tradition to recognize states that “did the most to improve or otherwise acted in a way worthy of distinction.”
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Why investing in a Trump Account could complicate your taxes
Under the terms of the One Big Beautiful Bill law that created it, the federal government will seed each Trump Account with $1,000 for every U.S. citizen born from 2025 through 2028.
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Braun signals support for relocated casino in Allen County over Indianapolis
Lawmakers are already considering two bills in the 2026 session that would bring a casino to Allen County, while central Indiana legislators are coalescing around a push for a casino in downtown Indianapolis.
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Indianapolis lawmakers weigh hand for casino push as session starts
No legislation seeking to put a casino in Indianapolis has been introduced this session so far, but Sen. Aaron Freeman, R-Indianapolis, said he will carry a bill to that effect.
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Fishers real estate agent becomes latest candidate in open Indiana Senate race
District 31, which includes parts of Hamilton and Marion counties, is currently held by Sen. Kyle Walker, R-Lawrence, who announced earlier this month that he will not seek a second term.
UPDATE: Democrats announce plans to elect Maggie Lewis, John Barth as new council leaders
Lewis previously served as president from 2012 to 2017. The council—which Democrats control 19-6—will make the decision official at the Jan. 5 council meeting.
Forrest Lucas posthumously honored with 2025 Sachem Award
Lucas, who died in August at age 83, is the 20th Sachem Award honoree and the first chosen by Braun.
A fair, a UFC fight, a prayer event: Trump’s plans for nation’s 250th
The celebration will begin on New Year’s Eve. The Washington Monument will be lit with “festive birthday lights to honor the start of this historic anniversary year,” Trump said.
Government’s historic role as trusted information source is under threat
The issue arose again Thursday when the Labor Department announced a surprisingly low inflation figure of 2.7% for November. Economists immediately noted quirks that could have artificially lowered the rate.
Editorial: Braun should take steps to repair relationship with GOP lawmakers
Maybe the governor is simply trying to stay in Trump’s good graces.
Letters: Lawmakers should show more civics leadership
As some legislators have pointed out, healthy democracy requires hearing and representing the views of all citizens as difficult choices are made.
Indy Chamber brings on council policy chief to lead local government affairs
Greg Stowers is moving from his job as the City-County Council’s chief administrative officer and policy director to a new position with the Indy Chamber. In a question-and-answer session with IBJ, he discusses his new role.
Indianapolis Local Education Alliance backs plan to create new authority to oversee IPS, charter schools
The new corporation would have the power to impose property taxes, which it would distribute to both charter and IPS schools.
Gov. Mike Braun says no loss of federal funding has materialized over redistricting fallout—at least so far
In a sit-down interview with IBJ, Braun talked about the possible ramification’s of Indiana’s redistricting decision, how he plans to work with lawmakers moving forward and other priorities ahead of the remainder of the legislative session.
Group backing independent candidates wants Indiana to end straight-ticket voting
Bills to eliminate straight-ticket voting have been introduced numerous times in the Legislature over the past decade without winning passage.
Will Indiana’s redistricting battle create lasting Statehouse fallout?
The question of just how much the monthslong debate bruised relationships will be a question when lawmakers return to the Statehouse in three weeks for resumption of their legislative session.
Trump signs executive order to block state AI regulations
Members of Congress from both parties, as well as civil liberties and consumer rights groups, have pushed for more regulations on AI, saying there is not enough oversight for the powerful technology.
Jennifer Wagner Chartier: Help young voters learn the ‘new normal’ isn’t normal
We have to model the behavior we hope they will emulate.
Nathan Gotsch: Elected officials critical of their parties in private
To understand the landscape clearly, we sought frank assessments of both major parties.
George Gemelas: Here’s why young people feel disgust, disengagement
Who would dare engage in public life when doing so means toxic people, toxic behavior and … threats on your life?
Rep. Ed DeLaney: The decline of the Indiana House of Representatives
The Republicans used to argue from principles and participate in debate.
Dana Black: If voters don’t want redistricting, whom is it for?
Indiana Republicans surrendered to pressure and relinquished their authority to govern this state.
Abdul-Hakim Shabazz: Map maker, map maker, make me a map …
The map maker might finish its work, but the judges may end up holding the pen.