2026 Innovation Issue: Braun, Trump sweep DEI out of government
In a letter to Hoosiers, Braun said the state was “replacing the divisive DEI ideology with a level playing field of MEI: Merit, Excellence, and Innovation.”
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2026 Innovation Issue: EV slowdown forces Indiana battery plants to pivot
Mayor Tyler Moore said the project is progressing more slowly than initially expected, but Samsung’s involvement has allowed the first battery plant to pivot production to other applications and industries that rely on lithium-ion batteries.
US Sen. Jim Banks taking unusually active role in attacking anti-redistricting lawmakers
Two Banks-affiliated groups are funding much of the TV campaign in support of President Trump-endorsed Republican primary challengers.
Republican redistricting opponent faces Trump-backed challenger in Senate primary
Walker was one of 21 state Republican senators who joined Democrats in killing a mid-decade redistricting bill backed by President Donald Trump in late 2025.
Bears present potential Hammond stadium to NFL stadium committee
The Hammond site, a plat at Wolf Lake Park, was presented to the league’s stadium committee on Wednesday along with a proposal for Chicago suburb Arlington Heights, Illinois.
FSSA hiring 400 employees to monitor Medicaid eligibility ahead of work requirements
The hiring spree comes as FSSA prepares to comply with new state and federal work requirements, including more frequent eligibility checks.
Braun willing to consider pot legalization as report finds Hoosiers spend $2B on cannabis
Indiana residents have more than doubled their cannabis use over the past decade, researchers said.
Fuel price portal shows cheapest gas, aids price-gouging investigations
Hoosiers can track fuel prices in real time using IN Fuel Watch, an online portal documenting gasoline prices at more than 4,600 stations across the state.
Judge hears motions in Indiana University trustee lawsuit
The American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana argued that a last-minute provision to the state budget unconstitutionally singles out IU by removing the ability of alumni to directly elect trustees.
Indiana governor ‘likely’ to extend gas tax break
Indiana Gov. Mike Braun on April 8 signed an energy emergency declaration waiving the 7% sales tax on gas.
FSSA seeks return of $200M in improper payments to attendant care providers
An audit found improper payments and compliance failures at five attendant care providers.
Four Democrats competing for open state Senate seat on northwest side
Major priorities for the Democratic field include addressing affordability in health care and housing, managing rising utility costs and improving access to child care and mental health services.
Illinois House approves legislation to keep Chicago Bears in state
The bill was approved in a bipartisan 72-38 vote after a series of amendments and backroom jockeying played out in the state Capitol.
From sports stars to the attorney general himself, Hoosiers have unclaimed property
The National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators estimates one in seven Americans and U.S. companies have unclaimed property waiting for them.
READI 1.0 investments fueled $675M in economic impact, study shows
Gov. Mike Braun’s office said the goal of the evaluation was to give a comprehensive account of how the READI investments influenced income, job growth, and cultural enrichment throughout the state.
Race for vacant North Indy Senate seat draws 2 former lawmakers and Young staffer
Three Republicans with contrasting visions are contending for the chance to flip one of Indiana’s few competitive state Senate seats.
Indiana gas sales tax faces rise of 6 cents in May if Braun doesn’t extend suspension
Indiana Gov. Mike Braun’s suspension continues until May 8, which is when he said he would consider whether to extend his executive order.
State Budget Committee approves toll road hikes, child care boost
The panel green-lit a deal letting the Indiana Toll Road’s private operator to raise rates twice annually and the governor’s request to spend $200 million expanding a frozen low-income child care program.
Braun commits $10M for investment in Indiana tech startups
The Indiana Economic Development Corp. said Thursday that the $10 million commitment is being made to Indianapolis-based venture capital firm Roll Tack Ventures LLC with the goal of bolstering Indiana’s tech industry.
Braun administration, Eli Lilly to collaborate on nuclear power development
The Indianapolis-based pharmaceutical giant and the state’s Office of Energy Development signed a nonbinding letter of intent to explore the potential deployment of small modular reactors.