Gene Hackman’s role in ‘Hoosiers’ led to unforgettable, beloved film for fans far beyond Indiana
“Hoosiers,” featuring Hackman as Hickory Huskers Coach Norman Dale, was ranked as the No. 1 sports film of all-time by The Associated Press in 2020.
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Economic blackout: Will 24-hour boycott have an impact?
A grassroots organization is encouraging U.S. residents not to spend any money Friday as an act of “economic resistance.” The activist movement also plans to promote weeklong consumer boycotts of companies including Walmart and Amazon.
Republic Airways, Accutech Systems among 2025 Mira Award winners
Indianapolis-based TechPoint, which supports the state’s tech sector, honored Republic Airways, Accutech and 18 other winners at its annual Mira Awards gala Thursday night.
IU Health reports higher annual revenue as patient numbers rise
IU Health said inpatient and outpatient surgeries returned to levels last year not seen since before the COVID-19 pandemic.
Documentary connects distinct factions of ‘Haughville USA’
Directed by Ben Rose, founding artistic director of Indianapolis Black Theatre Co., “Haughville USA” is scheduled to premiere Friday.
Braun executive orders seek to limit misuse of unemployment benefits
For eligible Hoosiers on unemployment, Gov. Mike Braun said he wants the state’s unemployment program to provide more job assistance support and become a “springboard” for opportunity.
Salesforce gives tepid outlook while touting AI
Investors have flagged some uncertainty from changes in the company’s rank of top executives.
Trump plans tariffs on Mexico, Canada for Tuesday, while doubling tariffs on China
Trump indicated Wednesday that European countries would also face a 25% tariff as part of his reciprocal tariffs. He also wants separate tariffs on autos, computer chips and pharmaceutical drugs that would be levied in addition to the reciprocal tariffs.
Second estimate of U.S. growth confirms 2.3% expansion in fourth quarter
The report showcases an economy that continued to expand at a solid pace on the shoulders of resilient consumer spending.
Tampons, adult diapers exempt from sales tax in Indiana budget proposal
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle have advocated for this exemption for years.
Call to amend congressional term limits into Constitution gains ground in Indiana
Last year, the Indiana House passed a resolution but it didn’t get a Senate hearing. This year, the Senate has jumped into the fray, passing a resolution despite bipartisan opposition.
Convenience chain Wawa planning third Noblesville store
Carmel-based JDF Development has proposed an $8 million project including a Wawa Fuel Center and a second commercial building on 3.87 acres.
Kevin Hart’s production company named ‘cultural curator’ for Pacers Sports & Entertainment
The partners will produce a music and comedy festival during this summer’s WNBA All-Star weekend in Indianapolis.
Former CEO of Tindley charter schools admits to defrauding network of nearly $1M
Brian Metcalf, who led the charter network from July 2019 through December 2022, pleaded guilty to two of the nine counts of wire fraud outlined in an indictment filed in 2023.
Egg prices could jump 41% this year, USDA says, as Trump’s bird flu plan is unveiled
With an emphasis on farms tightening their measures to prevent bird flu’s spread, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said the USDA will invest another $1 billion on top of the roughly $2 billion it has already spent since the outbreak began in 2022.
Trump sees ‘a thirst’ for his ‘gold card’ visa idea with $5M potential path to U.S. citizenship
During the first meeting of his second-term Cabinet, President Trump suggested that the new revenue generated from the program could be used to help pay off the country’s debt.
Rolls-Royce, UAW reach tentative pact, averting 800-worker strike
Negotiators for the UAW Local 933 were seeking increases in wages, an end to wage tiers, and a cost-of-living adjustment for all members.
Law firm provides update to City-County Council about sexual harassment probe
Councilors authorized an external investigation in August after three women came forward with harassment allegations against the mayor’s former chief of staff.
New year opens with fewer existing-home sales, higher prices
Home sales in central Indiana got off to a slow start in 2025, with a January snowstorm likely cooling off the pace of transactions.
Dutch Bros planning to open first Indiana coffee shop this spring in Noblesville
Dutch Bros Coffee, which has more than 1,000 locations in 19 states, is bringing its hand-crafted drinks to central Indiana.