Lawmakers ready tax legislation ahead of session prime for reform
Policymakers have proposed at least 12 bills seeking to create or adjust property tax credits or deductions and institute freezes.
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Q&A with Catherine Esselman on reimagining real estate
Esselman spoke with IBJ about her experiences running a solo firm and why she loves finding tenants for underused spaces.
State’s big, bold LEAP District play draws some reflection
The state has spent more than $690 million so far establishing the LEAP Research and Innovation District. Outgoing economic leaders say the project is a huge success, but some political leaders are cautious.
Noblesville to begin assessing S.R. 37 interchange options
The state and the city of Noblesville are setting the stage to overhaul four intersections along a 2-mile stretch: at Greenfield Avenue, Town and Country Boulevard, Pleasant Street and State Road 32/38.
Indianapolis won’t begin universal curbside recycling until 2028
In November, a Department of Public Works staffer revealed to the Board of Public Works in a public meeting that the Hogsett administration is now planning for a rollout three years later than the original target.
For 2025, 10 ways to be entertained in Indianapolis
The year will include a double bill of the WNBA All-Star Weekend and Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration, plus a big book debut, the reopening of a landmark museum and the Indianapolis debut of the musical “Six.”
UPDATE: Biden blocks Nippon’s acquisition of U.S. Steel
Biden’s decision—attributed by other news organizations to unnamed sources—comes just days after Japan-based Nippon proposed giving the U.S. government a veto over any reduction in U.S. Steel’s “production capacity.”
Federal courts won’t refer Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas to attorney general over ethics
Thomas has agreed to follow updated requirements on reporting trips and gifts, including clearer guidelines on hospitality from friends, the U.S. Judicial Conference wrote.
UPDATE: Notre Dame handles ‘tough moments’ to oust Georgia in Sugar Bowl
In a game delayed because of a deadly terror attack in the host city, the University of Notre Dame produced a memorable performance to advance into the semifinals of the College Football Playoff.
In blow to Democrats, federal appeals court strikes down net neutrality
The net neutrality issue revolves around how heavily federal regulators should control the companies that build and operate the internet. Democrats favor heavier oversight along the lines of how traditional telephone networks are regulated, while Republicans have argued for a lighter touch.
Top 10 most on-time airlines in world include two U.S. carriers
Mexico City-based carrier Aeromexico was the most on-time airline in 2024—with 86.7% of flights arriving on time.
Apple to pay $95M to settle lawsuit accusing Siri of eavesdropping
If the settlement is approved, tens of millions of consumers who owned iPhones and other Apple devices from Sept. 17, 2014, through the end of last year could file claims.
Taft completes merger with Denver-based Sherman & Howard
Taft, which has the second largest presence of any law firm in Indianapolis, now has offices stretching from the Rocky Mountain region to Washington, D.C.
Elevance completes IU Health Plans acquisition
IU Health Plans operates employer plans and Medicare Advantage plans in 36 counties.
Artist Wayne Bertsch adds unlikely context to pop culture icons
The exhibition ‘Geeks Shall Inherit the Earth’ will showcase more than 50 paintings by Wayne Bertsch at Full Circle Nine Gallery.
Average rate on 30-year U.S. mortgages hits highest mark since July
Interest rates have been climbing since the Federal Reserve signaled last month that it expects to cut its benchmark rate just twice this year, down from the four cuts it forecast in September.
Corporate earnings growth faces uncertainty amid inflation worries, policy shift impact
Wall Street’s 2025 forecast for more than 12% profit growth relies largely on current conditions continuing to prevail.
Unemployment claims fall to 211,000, lowest level since March
Economists called the drops “encouraging,” but cautioned that seasonal adjustments around the holidays can throw off the numbers.
FBI now says driver responsible for deadly New Orleans rampage acted alone
Fifteen people were killed in the attack. That number includes the 14 victims killed plus the assailant, Shamsud-Din Jabbar.
Outgoing Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb looks back on eight years in office—and at what’s next
In an end-of-term interview, the Republican governor recalls the highs, lows and lessons learned over the course of his tenure.