Exit polls shows economy still the top concern
Rising prices and unemployment were heavy on the minds of national and Indiana voters Tuesday even as a glimmer of optimism peeked through, with 4 in 10 saying the nation's economy is getting better.
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Stocks rise as investors wait for a winner
Major stock-market indexes climbed Tuesday as investors waited for the finish of a closely fought U.S. presidential election.
Indiana’s oldest ethanol plant shuts down, idling 40
High corn prices, large ethanol inventories, lower gas prices and lower fuel demand were factors cited for the shutdown.
Indiana congressional delegation to get makeover
For the second straight election, Indiana has three open seats, following the retirement of 30-year U.S. Rep. Dan Burton in the 5th District and decisions by Republican Mike Pence and Democrat Joe Donnelly to seek other office.
Ball State considering building sorority village
Ball State University is weighing plans for a sorority village that would house the growing number of women who want to be part of the school's Greek community.
GOP looks for big wins in Indiana, but spoiler lurks
Republicans working to move Indiana firmly back into the land of red states after its 2008 support of Democrat Barack Obama hope to have plenty to celebrate Tuesday, but a U.S. Senate seat that has been a lock for the GOP for nearly four decades could be the night's spoiler.
Indiana delays discipline against ex-election chief
The Indiana Supreme Court has agreed to delay disciplinary action against former Secretary of State Charlie White until all of his appeals have been completed.
Long lines for early voting, but Indiana turnout down
Lines at polling places stretched out the door and down the block in some Indiana cities on Monday as voters scrambled to meet the early-voting deadline of noon.
Ex-Crane civilian chief moves to Ivy Tech
Ivy Tech Community College says its corporate college branch has selected Duane Embree to be its national director of military defense initiatives.
Lawmaker cries foul over Fishers vote endorsement
A state lawmaker is taking issue with a group that backs a new "hybrid city" government in an Indianapolis suburb and says she never endorsed the plan.
Tea party looks for Mourdock win with final push
Tea party advocates in Indiana who aced their first test by ousting U.S. Sen. Richard Lugar in May likely face a much tougher final exam Tuesday as they work to push Republican Richard Mourdock to victory.
Ex-Sen. Bayh keeps options open for his future
Former U.S. Sen. Evan Bayh is keeping his options open for his future as he holds onto about $10 million in campaign money.
Dems, GOP marshal troops in last weekend of race
Democratic and Republican volunteers took the phones and the Indiana sidewalks on Saturday to make sure their supporters make it to the polls by or on Election Day.
GOP expected to make gains in Indiana delegation
Republicans could strengthen their hold on Indiana's nine-member congressional delegation Tuesday, but even with new political districts designed to give them an advantage, Democrats aren't likely to be down and out for the long haul.
U.S. unemployment rate rises despite job gains
President Barack Obama will face voters with the highest unemployment rate of any incumbent since Franklin Roosevelt.
IU hires Goldman Sachs to advise on parking leases
The university made the move after its Board of Trustees agreed to study the possibility of a 30- or 50-year lease. Some trustees and faculty representatives have questioned whether it would be a good move.
Lawsuit challenges Marion County judicial selection
A government watchdog group is challenging the way the major political parties split the selection of judges in Indiana's most populous county.
Donnelly took same stance as Mourdock in abortion bill
What Democratic Congressman Joe Donnelly doesn’t bring up in attack ads against Richard Mourdock is that last year he backed a measure that would have denied federal abortion funding even in cases of rape and incest.
Fewer Indiana voters casting early ballots this year
After a strong start, fewer Indiana residents are taking advantage of early voting for this year's election than in 2008, when a record quarter of all Hoosiers voters cast ballots before Election Day.