Starbucks sued by consumer group that calls its claim of ethical sourcing false and misleading
Starbucks said Wednesday it was aware of the lawsuit and will “aggressively defend against the asserted claims.”
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Alaska Airlines cancels flights on certain Boeing planes through Saturday for mandatory inspections
The development came as signs indicate some travelers might try to avoid flying on Max 9 jetliners—at least temporarily.
NCAA President Charlie Baker talks growing fanbase, gambling and new tier of Division in 1st address
Baker, who started as NCAA president March 1, gave his state of college sports address at a packed symphony hall in the Phoenix Convention Center.
Engine maker Cummins must repair 600,000 Ram trucks in $2B emissions cheating settlement
The repair only involves software updates. Cummins has already started the recall and repair program required by the settlement.
DHL takes more space at Mohr Logistics Park in Johnson County
German logistics firm DHL Supply Chain is taking on another 130,000 square feet of warehousing space in Whiteland, marking the latest in a series of investments by the company in Johnson County.
Coloradoan editor claims top job at IndyStar
Oregon State University alum Eric Larsen will join The Star as executive editor effective Jan. 22.
Keith Urban announced as NBA All-Star Weekend performer in Indy
The performance by the country-pop star is one of three concerts planned at the Indiana Convention Center during NBA All-Star Weekend.
City’s top economic development leader exits for private company
Scarlett Andrews’ exit leaves Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett’s administration without a deputy mayor of economic development at the start of his third term.
Hogsett names acting police chief; search for permanent replacement ongoing
Bailey will lead the department following outgoing Chief Randal Taylor’s transition into a new role. This will include overseeing a study to address the agency’s staffing issues and increasing frequency of officer-involved shootings.
Riley Children’s Foundation sets up nutrition research partnership with $2.5M gift from Lilly CEO’s foundation
In addition, the Ricks Family Foundation says it will match up to an additional $2.5 million in donations from individuals, foundations and corporations.
Translation app Duolingo fired some contract workers in favor of AI
Language-learning app Duolingo has been steadily firing contract writers and translators and replacing them with artificial intelligence, in one of the most high-profile instances yet of a company getting rid of human workers in favor of AI.
For consumers shopping for EVs, new rules mean fewer models qualify for tax credit
Qualifying for the credits depends on requirements related to their battery makeup and minerals that get tougher each year.
Suspended license? Indiana lawmakers commit to ‘fix’ BMV insurance verification notices
Hundreds of Hoosiers each year unknowingly have their licenses suspended after auto accidents—specifically for failing to respond to the Bureau of Motor Vehicles’ mailed requests for insurance verification.
Beer, liquor wholesalers face off over mixed drinks legislation
The House Committee on Public Policy advanced a bill Tuesday letting beer wholesalers sell liquor-based ready-to-drink cocktails, over the protests of liquor industry representatives.
Janelle Monáe, Gary Clark Jr. announced for new Black music festival in Indy
The single-day Black music festival designed to honor rock ’n’ roll originators is planned for downtown’s American Legion Mall in May.
Zionsville-based 120Water lands $43M investment
The $43 million investment, by far the largest in 120Water’s eight-year history, will help the water management software company pursue some of the big opportunities that lie ahead, CEO Megan Glover says.
Boeing CEO pledges to own up to ‘mistake’ after midair incident
Boeing’s chief executive told employees during a company meeting Tuesday that the aerospace giant will be transparent as it attempts to move forward after the grounding of dozens of its 737 Max 9 aircraft over safety concerns.
House speaker wants public hearing on Mile Square tax
New legislation would repeal language included in the 2023 state budget that gave the city of Indianapolis the authority to create a special Mile Square taxing district to pay for downtown enhancements and a low-barrier homeless shelter.
Holcomb makes workforce push in his final State of the State address
Gov. Eric Holcomb also announced that the Lilly Endowment would provide a $250 million grant to the Indiana Economic Development Corp. to fund projects focused on blight reduction, development and arts and cultural initiatives. It’s the largest single grant in the endowment’s history.
Scientists knew 2023’s heat would be historic—but not by this much
Last year shattered the previous global temperature record by almost two-tenths of a degree—the largest jump scientists have ever observed.