Pandemic leads to boom in plastic surgery
For many high-end cosmetic surgeons, the rest of 2020 looks set to be a blockbuster period for nips and tucks.
Trump’s executive orders spark confusion; Democrats assail them as ‘unworkable’
President Trump’s directives were aimed at offering new unemployment benefits, protecting renters and postponing the payment of a federal tax. But an array of economists and lawmakers depicted these policies as unworkable or legally questionable.
Indiana tops 1,000 new COVID-19 cases for fourth straight day
The Indiana State Department on Sunday also reported the testing of 12,766 more individuals, the second-highest daily total since the beginning of the pandemic.
In executive actions, Trump extends jobless benefit, defers payroll taxes
Two measures signed by President Trump on Saturday aim to provide $400 in weekly unemployment aid and defer payroll tax payments for people who earn less than $100,000. Two others are related to eviction protections and student loan relief.
State reports more than 1,000 new COVID-19 cases for third straight day
Marion County saw an increase of 198 cases, the 23nd straight day that cases in the county have risen by more than 100.
Governor, House speaker say they’re committed to fully funding schools
But the leader of the Indiana Senate doubles down on his statement that he can’t guarantee full funding for schools that don’t offer an in-person option for students.
State revenue collections show impact of COVID-19 pandemic
Indiana’s monthly revenue report, released Friday, shows that the state is still falling short of the funds that were expected when the forecast was made last December.
Indiana seeks $2.2M from Daleville district for alleged virtual school fraud
State auditors said Daleville Community Schools failed to hold Indiana Virtual School and Indiana Virtual Pathways Academy to their charter contracts, review the schools’ finances, or press for improvements.
White House, Democrats try to revive coronavirus relief talks
White House adviser Larry Kudlow said Friday that President Trump is poised to sign executive orders deferring payroll taxes and taking other steps to address the weak economy if there’s no deal with congressional Democrats.
Ohio governor’s COVID-19 results show testing imperfections
The governor tested positive using a rapid test Thursday, before testing negative later in the day using a more sensitive laboratory-developed test.
Postal Service loses $2.2B in three months as virus woes persist
The new postmaster general, Louis DeJoy, offered a gloomy picture of the 630,00-employee agency Friday in his first public remarks since taking the top job in June.
Fed official defends slow start to Main Street loan program
A top Federal Reserve official on Friday said the small number of loans approved so far would likely expand by a significant amount in coming months, especially if the pandemic worsens.
Independent music venues face closures without help
About 60 entertainment stages, bars and studios across Indiana have joined forces in a new association to fight for government assistance they say is needed to survive.
IndyGo predicts long-term ridership, tax revenue drops from pandemic
Though work on the Purple Line and Blue Line bus rapid transit lines will continue, transit system says some other planned route improvements are on hold.
Prosecutors object to former Celadon exec’s Mexico travel plans
Prosecutors say the court should deny William Meek’s request to travel to Mexico for his birthday while he awaits trial on multiple fraud charges.
Indiana reports another high mark in COVID-19 cases
The Indiana State Department of Health on Friday also reported the testing of 12,884 more individuals, the second-highest total during the pandemic. The previous high was 13,540 on June 18.
ClusterTruck raising $2 million to help it expand
Chris Baggott, ClusterTruck co-founder and CEO, told IBJ that the company will use the money to expand and add new locations in its home city, Kansas City and Columbus, Ohio.
U.S. adds better-than-expected 1.8M jobs in slowing rebound
July’s job gain was much lower than June’s 4.8 million and May’s 2.7 million jobs. The unemployment rate did decline in July, from 11.1% to 10.2%.
Firm’s air-cleaning technology aims to keep schools safe from COVID
Energy Harness says its new product uses ultraviolet light to remove the pathogen from indoor spaces while people are present.
White House, Democrats still far apart on virus relief deal
White House officials and Democratic leaders ended a three-hour negotiation Thursday evening without a coronavirus relief deal or even a clear path forward, with both sides remaining far part on critical issues.
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