Verizon buying Frontier in $20B deal to strengthen fiber network
Verizon Communications Inc. said Thursday that the acquisition will also shore up its foray into artificial intelligence as well as connected smart devices.
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Nearly 2,000 drug plants overdue for FDA checks after COVID delays, analysis finds
Last year’s inspection numbers were down almost 40% from the pre-pandemic period, when the FDA averaged about 4,300 annual inspections.
Gubernatorial hopeful McCormick proposes lobbyist gift ban, other transparency measures
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jennifer McCormick’s transparency plan also calls for a sexual harassment reporting system, which she said has been overdue.
Hogsett staffer terminated as sexual harassment complaints rise at City-County Building
An administrator at the Indianapolis Department of Metropolitan Development was fired Wednesday after an internal investigation found “overwhelming evidence” of inappropriate sexual misconduct, according to documents released by the city’s attorneys.
Houston tech company Ohana to relocate HQ to Indianapolis
The company, which plans to create more than 100 jobs over the next five years, could receive up to $3.5 million in conditional tax credits from the state if it meets hiring goals.
Holcomb signs Ukraine agreement after meeting Zelenskyy
With Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy watching, Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb signed a memorandum of understanding to grow a relationship focused on academia, agriculture and economic development.
Fishers Event Center schedule filling up ahead of November opening
Violinist Lindsey Stirling and an ice performance by Cirque du Soleil have been added to the schedule at the new 7,500-seat Fishers Event Center, venue managers announced this week.
Holcomb, Zelenskyy to meet, talk partnership in Ukraine
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb is set to become the first U.S. governor to travel to the country since Russia’s invasion more than two years ago.
Plans to replace downtown CSX building with hotel, concert hall given go-ahead by historic commission
The $312 million project from Boxcar Development LLC, a holding company for the Herb Simon family, was unanimously approved by the Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission after about a half-hour of presentation and discussion.
CEOs of Albertsons, Kroger say shoppers would see lower prices after merger
The Federal Trade Commission contends the $24.6 billion deal would eliminate competition and lead to higher food prices for already struggling customers.
Larson, Hendrick Motorsports in discussion on 2025 return to Indianapolis 500
Kyle Larson wants to run the “Double” again in 2023 after weather issues ruined his chances this year, but details are still being worked out.
Indiana’s Education Scholarship Accounts achieve max enrollment for first time
A law approved earlier this year extended eligibility for ESAs to the siblings of students who have disabilities, even if those siblings do not have disabilities themselves.
Biden preparing to block Nippon Steel purchase of U.S. Steel
The deal would create the third-largest global steelmaker in a bid to compete with Chinese rivals on the global stage. More than 2,000 people work for U.S. Steel in Gary, Indiana.
Credit union taking HQ to Bottleworks District
Indiana Members Credit Union has more than 160,000 members and 31 branches across the state. The company, founded in 1956, also employs about 525 people statewide.
Even dollar store chains seeing pullback in spending as higher prices squeeze more consumers
Dollar Tree shares tumbled 20% Wednesday after hitting a 52-week low on the prior day.
Indiana Fever President Allison Barber to step down at end of season
Barber, who has led the Fever since 2019, plans to help lead the development of a new effort focused on empowering Indiana girls and women through sports called the Marvella Project.
Indiana’s gambling regulatory leader steps down
Executive Director Greg Small plans to step down Sept. 20 after three years in charge of the Indiana Gaming Commission.
U.S. job openings fall as demand for workers weakens
The number of job openings has been trending gradually down over the past year. Yet there are still roughly 1.1 job openings for every unemployed person, Wednesday’s report showed.
Five Marion County school districts get $7.5M to help students navigate college enrollment
The Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation said the grants are part of a $14 million initiative to reverse declining college enrollment.
Retailer Burlington set to open this week in downtown Indianapolis
The 23,000-square-foot store will take over space in the lower level of Claypool Court previously occupied by the Rhythm! Discovery Center.