Indiana lands $1.2M in federal support for apprenticeship programs
The money will expand registered apprenticeships in K-12 education, transportation, clean energy, supply chain, hospitality, care economy and other public sector occupations.
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IU releases transparency dashboards to track strategic plan progress
The dashboards provide metrics on student success, research and service to the state.
Goodin confirmed as McCormick’s running mate at Democratic state convention
Also on Saturday, Destiny Wells topped Beth White to become the Democratic candidate for attorney general to challenge incumbent Todd Rokita.
OneHealth designation could drive innovation in Elanco/Purdue space
State and corporate leaders believe a tech park taking shape on the western edge of downtown could be a launchpad for health sciences innovation and commercialization as part of the state’s ambitious economic development portfolio.
Indianapolis to host global semiconductor conference
The first semiconductor-focused conference of its kind in the Midwest will convene industry leaders and public officials in Indianapolis in 2025, the governor announced Tuesday.
Technology hubs embraced as catalyst for growth
The CHIPS and Science Act is starting to tackle its goal of fueling domestic innovation and high-tech manufacturing in the areas of microelectronics, biotechnology, artificial intelligence and more, in Indiana and nationwide.
How the state is policing pension asset managers for ESG commitments
The Indiana State Treasurer’s Office is evaluating about 10 to 15 asset investment managers for possibly oversteppping a new anti-ESG law, which bars the state’s pension board from making investments with the purpose of “influencing any social or environmental policy” for nonfinancial purposes.
Developer sues Lebanon for tech park fallout, citing LEAP District as city’s priority for water use
South Carolina-based RealtyLink is suing Lebanon for more than $25 million, alleging the city withdrew incentives after the project was delayed by the city’s inability to service the park with water.
Indiana’s Heartland BioWorks Hub to receive $51M in CHIPS Act funding
Indiana’s Heartland BioWorks Hub was one of 12 hubs chosen to split $500 million in implementation funding stemming from the CHIPS and Science Act.
IUPUI to officially split Monday as IU Indy, Purdue campus extension
The schools announced their plans to divorce nearly two years ago, and have hosted events this week to confirm that all is going as planned for Monday’s realignment in downtown Indianapolis.
9 new laws business leaders should know go into effect Monday
An Indiana Chanber of Commerce executive said this year’s legislative session was productive for the day-to-day operations of businesses and for creating a prepared workforce by focusing on improving literacy in elementary school.
IndyGo receives $22M for Blue Line safety upgrades on East Washington Street
The improvements to the 4.7-mile, crash-prone stretch of roadway will include lane reconfigurations, dedicated bus lanes, new sidewalks and crossings, signage, ADA-compliant curb ramps and new traffic signals.
Pittsboro concrete plant proposal stalls after community pushback
Greencastle-based Cash Concrete Products Inc. wanted the town to annex a largely rural plot of land for the plant, but residents questioned its potential effect on well water, local growth and quality of life.
‘Innovation orchestrator’ boosts Indiana’s economic development
Behind many of the state’s aspirations is a not-for-profit helping to craft its strategies, funnel federal dollars to high-value sectors and provide industry expertise needed to persuade companies to invest in Indiana.
Vouchers help startups turn small ideas into big ones
Startups, small businesses and entrepreneurs who have an idea with commercialization potential can tap into a system of state funding and support through a research-focused grant program.
State treasurer places BlackRock on ESG watchlist
Indiana passed a law in 2023 directing the Indiana Public Retirement System board to refrain from making investments aimed at environmental, social, and governance issues.
Democrat Jennifer McCormick selects Terry Goodin as preferred lieutenant governor
As a state representative representing the 66th District in southern Indiana for two decades (2000-2020), Goodin became known as a “socially conservative Democrat.”
Beckwith upsets Mike Braun’s pick for running mate at GOP convention
Republican delegates picked Beckwith, a minister, over Rep. Julie McGuire, who had been nominated by the party’s gubernatorial nominee and was endorsed by former President Donald Trump.
IU to establish Bloomington chancellor, separating duties from Whitten
IU President Pamela Whitten said in an email to faculty, staff and students that recent campus conversations have made clear the necessity to reinstate the role for Bloomington’s campus.
Young, other lawmakers from Indiana urge U.S. to give SK Hynix funding from CHIPS act
SK Hynix is planning to build a $3.87 billion semiconductor packaging facility at the Purdue Research Park in West Lafayette.