Indianapolis funeral firm joins University of Washington coronavirus protein project
Baker Lab had asked companies and people capable of processing data to join in on the massive project to find a vaccine while their computers are idle.
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Marion County creating overflow morgue in case of COVID-19 surge
The morgue will support hospitals and long-term care facilities that could see a significant increase in deaths caused by COVID-19.
New $2.6M fund to aid schools shifting to long-term e-learning
The fund will support the immediate needs of schools and students with limited access to technology and long-term e-learning solutions, including the launch of an e-learning lab that will be open to all schools statewide.
Republic Airways applies for federal funding to keep employees working
The pandemic has been incredibly disruptive for the airline industry, and Republic, a regional carrier, is feeling the pain. The health crisis has led to a “rapid erosion” of Republic’s daily flight schedule.
City establishes overflow homeless shelters at Garfield, Washington parks
The two temporary shelters, which are intended for healthy residents, have a combined capacity of 85.
Loan pool may help small businesses survive ‘hibernation’
Nearly $350 billion in forgivable federally backed loans could be a lifeline for small businesses and their employees amid the COVID-19 outbreak.
Not the grand opening coffee shop owner wanted
On the day Rachel Priddy finally got word from her contractor that she could apply for a certificate of occupancy to open her coffee shop in Carmel, Gov. Eric Holcomb ordered all restaurants to shut down in-person dining.
Academy to develop, elevate leaders of color in education
The Surge Academy, designed by the Chicago-based not-for-profit Surge Institute, got its start in Kansas City last year. Its entry into Indianapolis is being made possible through a partnership with The Mind Trust.
UPDATE: Indiana shuts down schools for the rest of academic year
Schools had previously been closed through May 1 because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Mayor extends Marion County’s stay-at-home order until May 1
The order by Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett had been set to expire on Monday.
Court rejects Lilly’s challenge of competitor’s patents on migraine drug
Eli Lilly and Co.’s treatment Emgality and Teva Pharmaceutical’s drug Ajovy were approved within months of each other in 2018.
City, Indy Chamber aim to raise $10M for rapid-loan fund for small businesses
Nearly $3 million has already been committed to the fund, including $1 million from Indianapolis-based Anthem Inc. and $1.5 million from the city of Indianapolis.
Indianapolis airport says it’s confident in financial situation amid industry calls for relief
Indianapolis International Airport’s budget is bound to take a hit from a major decrease in passengers during the COVID-19 pandemic, but airport officials say they have made preparations for economic disruption.
Low-wage workers have least cushion during coronavirus crisis
Many of those workers already live paycheck to paycheck—and a disruption in the flow of those checks could set off long-term financial problems. Foreclosures, evictions, bankruptcies, repossessions and more.
Effects of pandemic will slam state, local tax receipts
A former Senate budget writer said the hit to the state budget could be bigger than during the Great Recession, when state revenue dropped 15% over two years.
Republican councilors ask Hogsett to pass on purchase of BlueIndy assets
Council Minority Leader Brian Mowery said his caucus believes returning Blue Indy spots to non-metered public parking would be beneficial to businesses.
Hogsett closes gyms, entertainment venues and nightclubs—and warns against local travel
The order will be in effect for at least seven days. Hogsett plans to seek permission from the Indianapolis City-County Council on Monday night to extend the order to April 5.
United Way launches $16.5M fund aimed at COVID-19 economic relief
The fund, called the Central Indiana COVID-19 Community Economic Relief Fund, received a $15 million donation from Lilly Endowment Inc. and $500,000 contributions from three other organizations.
City-County Council seeks to root out inequities in city hall
The council committed to addressing the problem throughout city-county government by passing a special resolution outlining steps that will be taken to move the needle on the issue.
IHSAA to limit spectators at basketball, gymnastics events
The Indiana High School Athletic Association on Thursday afternoon announced that the remaining games in its boys basketball state tournament will continue, but with limited spectators in attendance as it copes with the growing virus outbreak.