Report showing gains in bank access overshadowed by COVID
More Americans than ever obtained a basic bank account in 2019, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. said Monday. But data was gathered before the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Zionsville council upholds mayoral vetoes on police, fire personnel oversight
The Zionsville Town Council on Monday morning upheld Mayor Emily Styron’s vetoes of two ordinances that would have required her to get council approval before she could hire or fire the chief of police or the fire department.
UPDATE: Brohm to miss Purdue opener vs Iowa after 2nd positive test
Purdue University Head Football Coach Jeff Brohm has joined a growing list of college football coaches to test positive for the virus.
Some Democrats running for Statehouse seats had more cash in final weeks than GOP incumbents
The latest campaign finance figures show that most of the Republican incumbents raised more money than their Democratic opponents, but several Democrats posted more cash on hand at the end of the reporting period.
Indiana reports 1,589 new COVID-19 cases, 23 more deaths
Hospitalizations in Indiana due to COVID-19 were 1,373 as of Sunday, down from 1,387 on Saturday. Saturday’s number marked the highest number since May 6.
Debate Commission won’t require gubernatorial candidates to be tested for COVID-19
The commission announced Monday that “it cannot mandate COVID-19 testing of the candidates,” but it will separate the candidates in the WFYI studio during the event, rather than spacing them out in the same area.
New cigar lounge aims for welcoming feel in Greenwood
The Smoke Pit opened in late September at 221 W. Main St. in Old Town Greenwood, offering a place for aficionados and novices alike to enjoy good conversation and a good cigar.
IBJ Podcast: ‘Tumultuous.’ That’s how restaurateur Eddie Sahm describes surviving the pandemic.
There’s one thing Eddie is certain about: Without more government assistance, a large percentage of local restaurants will close. And that, he said, won’t be good for the community.
Pacers losing senior VP of basketball operations to 76ers, reports say
Peter Dinwiddie, an Indianapolis native, has been a key member in the Pacers front office for more than decade, moving quickly up the ladder after starting in the ticket office.
Westfield restaurant Rail Epicurean Market calling it quits
The highly rated restaurant, which opened in a century-old barn more than six years ago, plans to close for good on Nov. 1.
Indiana reports another 1,629 COVID-19 cases, rise in hospitalizations
Indiana has reported 142 COVID-19 deaths in the past week, an average of 20.3 per day, up from 117, or 16.7 per day, in the previous week.
Science classes at Indiana’s schools adapt during pandemic
Teachers and students have had to adapt to the guidelines put in place due to the pandemic, but social distancing and not sharing supplies can pose a unique challenge for classes like science that have labs typically done with partners or in groups.
Indiana COVID-19 cases hit another high; deaths highest since June 6
COVID-19 cases in Indiana have hit record numbers for three straight days. The seven-day moving average for cases rose to 1,799.
Indiana governor attacked from both sides over virus actions
The two challengers to Holcomb’s reelection bid split on whether he’s been too passive in attacking the virus spread or that he’s trampled people’s rights.
Indiana mail-in ballots already more than triple for all of 2016 vote
Nationally, more than 17 million Americans already have cast ballots in the 2020 election, The Associated Press reported Friday, a record-shattering avalanche of early votes.
Pfizer: Mid-November earliest it can seek virus vaccine OK
Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla has long said it’s possible testing might reveal by the end of October if his company’s vaccine protects against the coronavirus. But in Friday’s announcement, he made clear that effectiveness is only part of the equation.
Feds unveil plan to get coronavirus shots to nursing homes
Under the voluntary program, trained staff from CVS and Walgreens would deliver the vaccines to each nursing home and administer shots.
Political opponent of Pence’s brother alleges racist threats, gunfire
Democrat Jeannine Lee Lake, who faces long odds against Republican Rep. Greg Pence in the GOP-dominated 6th District, said she has received numerous racist and threatening messages.
Former art teacher makes mark on Etsy with crayon-making
Nicole Lewis’ online shop, Art2theextreme, has first-to-market position on the platform with its trademark “The Original Rainbow Crayon.”
MONTIETH: Welcome, Rodrigo, to Indy’s fraternity of nerds
The Colts new kicker joins an impressive list of local pro athletes who didn’t quite fit the cool jock stereotype.