Demolition of downtown’s Jail I set to begin in October
A request for proposals from developers for the 2-acre site is expected to be issued in 2025.
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Consumers have mixed feelings in latest confidence index
American consumers felt more confident in July as expectations over the near-term future rebounded. However, in a reversal of recent trends, feelings about current conditions weakened.
At 50, Dungeons & Dragons continues to fire up Gen Con attendees
The 70,000 Gen Con attendees in Indianapolis this week will be able to visit a Dungeons & Dragons pop-up museum and check out new U.S. stamps based on D&D imagery.
Group sues IU over scholarships, claiming racial discrimination
A group that touts itself as devoted to the fair treatment of all persons without regard to race or ethnicity has filed a civil rights complaint against Indiana University over what it describes as the university’s offering of “discriminatory” scholarships.
‘Hot Dog Money’ recounts wide-ranging NCAA scandal involving former Indiana Pacer
Investigative journalist Guy Lawson’s new book looks at the NCAA bribery scandal that got former Indiana Pacers player Chuck Person and nine other men in legal trouble.
Lieutenant governor candidates to meet at agriculture-themed debate
Agriinstitute, a Danville-based agricultural advocacy group, will host the Aug. 13 debate. It’s scheduled to begin at 3 p.m. at the Indiana State Fairgrounds’ Purdue Extension Building.
Trilogy Health to expand senior housing in Noblesville, Mooresville, Greenfield
The expansion projects in three central Indiana communities are part of a larger investment the company said it is making across the Midwest to senior living and assisted living services in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan and Ohio.
Unintended consequences: NIL in college sports raises questions for not-for-profits
Three years into the new age of college sports, where athletes are allowed to profit from their successes through name, image and likeness deals, everyone is still trying to find out what the new normal will be.
Blood test for colon cancer screening approved by regulators
The test isn’t a replacement for colonoscopies, but provides a noninvasive approach to screening.
Two-day microelectronics defense meeting kicks off in Indy
Government, industry and academic leaders are convening in Indianapolis early this week for the eighth Microelectronics Integrity Meeting.
IPS cuts back tutoring as federal COVID aid expires
Tutoring programs last year appeared to spur academic gains for Indianapolis Public Schools, but the district is scaling them down as funding ends.
Rokita warns of potential scams arising from attempted assassination
Rokita encouraged Hoosiers to exercise caution anytime they receive solicitations related to high-profile news events that scammers might attempt to exploit.
State agencies pour thousands of dollars into state fair to reach Hoosiers
State agencies including the Hoosier Lottery, Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission and Secretary of State’s Office pour hundreds of thousands of dollars into the state fair each year to sponsor information booths, giveaways, concert performances and more.
School for the Blind names former board chair as superintendent
James Michaels, a longtime leader at Bosma Enterprises, will succeed James Durst, who is retiring Sept. 30 after 35 years in the position.
Biden unveils plan for Supreme Court that includes term limits, ethics code
The White House on Monday detailed the contours of Biden’s court proposal, one that appears to have little chance of being approved by a closely divided Congress with just 99 days to go before Election Day.
IBJ Podcast: Hotly anticipated eatery Borage debuted in June. So how’s it going?
Josh Kline and Zoe Taylor had won acclaim as chefs for nationally lauded Milktooth in Fletcher Place. Perhaps their biggest learning curve as co-owners of Borage has come on the financial side.
Holcomb hints at more possible trade trips in final months as governor
After spending the last week on a trade trip in Australia and Singapore, Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb told reporters he plans to “maximize” his final months in office.
Blood tests for Alzheimer’s might be coming to your doctor’s office.
Researchers reported Sunday that new blood tests were 91% accurate in detecting Alzheimer’s disease, far more accurate than a diagnosis from primary care doctors and specialists.
Colts owner Jim Irsay makes first public appearance since December
The 65-year-old owner told reporters he’s continuing to rehabilitate from two surgeries.
75% of U.S. Olympians played in college. Future of Games hinges on fallout from NCAA athlete payouts.
According to the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, 21 U.S. teams competing in Paris have at least 80% college participation on their rosters.