U.S. employers add a surprisingly strong 275,000 jobs
Friday’s report drastically revised down the government’s estimate of hiring in December and January from what had been blockbuster increases to still-solid gains.
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FDA delays Alzheimer’s drug for further review in surprise move
The call for additional scrutiny surprised Lilly executives, who noted that it is unusual for such a review to occur after the FDA has given an anticipated date to make a decision on approval. An OK for the drug had been expected this month.
Indiana nears law allowing more armed statewide officials at state Capitol
The original state Senate proposal on the matter failed to advance past a second floor vote last month. But lawmakers brought back the idea by adding the language to another bill in the session’s final days.
Legislature sends new rules for Indy downtown tax district to governor
The bill, now headed to Gov. Eric Holcomb for consideration, would let some property owners opt out of paying the tax and cap the revenue but let the city expand the district.
Purdue launches interdisciplinary master’s program in AI
Representatives from 10 different colleges at Purdue provided input to help develop the curriculum. One track is aimed at people with technical backgrounds, and the other is for people without such background.
Biden delivers State of the Union with fiery political tone
Biden engaged in repeated exchanges with Republican lawmakers in the House chamber, at times, turning the address into a form of political theater.
Ascension campaign for new Women and Children’s Tower reaches nearly $26M
Former Indianapolis Colts Quarterback Peyton Manning on Thursday announced the Care for Tomorrow campaign has received nearly $24 million in donor funding since its launch a year ago.
U.S. Olympic Swim Trials organizers preview June festivities in Indianapolis
A landmark piece of public art and a free nine-night concert series are planned for downtown Indianapolis during the U.S. Olympic Swim Trials, which is expected to bring a record crowd for an indoor swim meet.
Butler seeks approvals for new presidential residence by campus
The school intends to demolish an existing residence and build the new house before late 2026, which coincides with the end of President James Danko’s contract with the school.
IndyCar set to open season following long, rocky offseason
It has been six months since Alex Palou closed the IndyCar season with his second championship in three years and the time off has not been the smoothest for America’s open-wheel racing series.
Lawmakers revive restaurant carry-out alcohol in finalized legislation
Expect to see happy hours and the option to add a cocktail to your carry-out restaurant order as soon as July, under finalized legislation approved Thursday by Indiana lawmakers.
Bill that could make TikTok unavailable in U.S. advances quickly in House
TikTok said “the legislation would trample the First Amendment rights of 170 million Americans and deprive 5 million small businesses of a platform they rely on to grow and create jobs.”
Indianapolis record label helps experimental band launch new era
Nick Ohler helped Sleepytime Gorilla Museum finance a reunion album and tour before signing the band to his new Indianapolis-based record label, Avant Night.
Family Leisure planning small-format store at Merchants’ Square in Carmel
The store will be a pilot for a new, smaller-scale format that Family Leisure plans to roll out across central Indiana and potentially in other markets nationwide.
AES Indiana buys large wind farm in northwest Indiana
The Indianapolis-based utility said the acquisition would provide $22.2 million in cost savings to customers over the next six years and advance efforts to provide sustainable energy solutions.
New weight-loss drugs designed for long-term use, but some patients want to stop
Millions of Americans who have dropped pounds and boosted their health using popular obesity drugs like Wegovy and Eli Lilly and Co.’s Mounjaro and Zepbound are finding out what happens when they stop taking them.
Construction resumes on Andretti Global HQ in Fishers
Andretti Global, the parent of Andretti Autosport, is moving forward with its new headquarters campus in Fishers following almost a year of legal delays.
Lennar looking to develop 95-home neighborhood in Carmel
Current plans for the project call for the construction of 47 single-family houses, 48 town houses and 15,000 square feet of retail space.
New poll: Braun holds sizable lead in GOP gubernatorial race
The new Fox59/CBS4/Emerson College/The Hill poll also found 43% of those surveyed were still undecided about the GOP primary race for governor.
Stellantis puts massive Tipton manufacturing complex on the market
Operations at the 781,500-square-foot Tipton Transmission Plant, which includes three buildings and spans 103 acres, were quietly suspended last summer.