Indiana schools hoping to avoid lawsuits as they reopen
If schools choose to reopen knowing the potential health risk, it raises an important question: How liable are school districts if a student or teacher contracts COVID-19?
Fed’s Main Street pandemic loan program off to slow start
The Federal Reserve says that its Main Street Lending Program designed to help small and medium-sized companies get through the pandemic has managed to make just eight loans in its first month of operations.
KAR Global cuts 3,000 workers, could eliminate 2,000 more
In its second quarter, the Carmel-based company lost $32.3 million and saw year-over-year revenue plummet 42%, from $719.1 million to $419.0 million.
Ohio governor tests positive for COVID-19 ahead of Trump visit
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, 73, became the second U.S. governor to test positive for the coronavirus after Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt announced he contracted the virus last month.
Five takeaways from Indiana’s schools chief on reopening
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jennifer McCormick addressed the media Thursday by video to answer some of the biggest questions about schools reopening.
Trump readies executive actions for pandemic relief ahead of key negotiating session
With talks on a coronavirus relief bill appearing to falter, President Donald Trump told reporters that he was preparing to sign executive orders as soon as Friday that would extend enhanced unemployment benefits, offer an eviction moratorium and provide a payroll tax cut.
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Parenting Q&A: My kids are happier with our slower life. Should I be worried?
I hear lots of people talking about their kids’ mental health having suffered during the pandemic, but my kids appear to be thriving, despite the fact that we have only interacted with people virtually or on walks since March.
Indiana reports another daily high in COVID-19 cases
The Indiana State Department of Health on Thursday also reported the testing of 12,153 more individuals, the fifth-highest total during the pandemic.
Calumet Specialty ekes out quarterly profit; CFO stepping down
The specialty hydrocarbon and fuels products producer said Keith Jennings would resign as executive vice president and chief financial officer as of Aug. 31, just eight months after joining the company.
Indiana sees big drop in initial unemployment claims
Claims fell nationally, but the U.S. Labor Department’s report Thursday marked the 20th straight week that at least 1 million people have sought jobless aid.
Kite Realty reports tough 2nd quarter, but exceeds expectations
Kite Realty Trust collected 80% of base rent from tenants in the second quarter despite the pandemic. That percentage jumped to 87% in July.
Indiana officials say attending school, voting can be done safely
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb and other state officials on Wednesday defended brick-and-mortar school reopenings and in-person voting.
UPDATE: Two NCAA divisions call off fall championships
Within hours of the board’s announcement, the Division III presidents council canceled fall sports championship and determined they will not be made up in the spring.
State announces $10M fund to help arts, cultural organizations
The program was developed to assist and preserve the Hoosier Hospitality destinations and organizations that help enhance the quality of life the state offers.
Indiana adding $15 million to pandemic rental assistance program
To date, more than 24,000 Hoosiers have submitted an application seeking rental assistance through the program, which launched July 13.
Gone for good? Economic analysts say many jobs aren’t coming back
As the coronavirus continues to transform a vast swath of the economy, it’s becoming evident that millions of Americans face the prospect of a permanent job loss that will force some to seek work with new industries or in new occupations.
Virus testing in United States dropping, even as deaths mount
An Associated Press analysis found that the number of tests per day slid 3.6% over the past two weeks, to 750,000, with the count falling in 22 states.
Virus aid: Where things stand in high-level Washington talks
After more than a week’s worth of meetings, at least some clarity is emerging in the bipartisan Washington, D.C., talks on a huge COVID-19 response bill.
Lilly Endowment awards $100M for initiative focusing on Indy’s Black community
The newly formed Indianapolis African American Quality of Life Renewal Initiative will seek to encourage collaboration and resource sharing between public, private and civic institutions.
Resources
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC Resources for Businesses and Employers OSHA Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19 Indiana State Department of Health Indy Chamber Rapid Response Hub Small Business Administration The SBA is making low-interest loans for working capital available to Indiana small businesses. Indiana Unemployment Information Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Dashboard Critical Industries Hotline(for business and industry only)
877-820-0890
covidresponse@iedc.in.gov State’s virus-related executive orders State plan to reopen Indiana