As Lilly stock skyrockets, endowment gifts surge
In recent weeks, the Indianapolis-based philanthropy has been unveiling a flurry of gifts at the $100 million level or higher.
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Front-runner Mike Braun looks to break away from field in governor’s race
While no nonpartisan-sponsored polls have been released in the GOP gubernatorial race, a poll conducted for the U.S. senator’s campaign in late December showed him with a significant lead.
Growing Boone County needs varied housing options, study says
The big questions are whether the county is ready for projected growth and how its communities need to prepare for the LEAP Research and Innovation District.
Former Indy mayoral candidate Shreve files for congressional run
Jefferson Shreve, the businessman who lost to incumbent Mayor Joe Hogsett by 20 points in November, has thrown his hat into the ring to represent Indiana’s 6th Congressional District.
U.S. announces $5B commitment for research, development of computer chips
The Biden administration on Friday announced the investment of $5 billion in a newly established public-private consortium aimed at supporting research and development in advanced computer chips.
Carmel ends membership with organization that sponsored China tour
However, the Hamilton County community will maintain its long-term sister-city relationship with a Chinese city.
Eli Lilly, Novo Nordisk race to meet demand for weight-loss drugs
As Novo and Lilly fight to dominate the market in weight-loss drugs, gaining an edge in manufacturing power is emerging as a new front. Both drugmakers are racing to secure the highly specialized plants that can churn out enough of their top-selling drugs to keep up with demand.
Holcomb deploys Indiana National Guard to Texas border
Under pressure from fellow Republicans, Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb on Friday announced he would send 50 Indiana National Guard soldiers to Texas’ border with Mexico, “effective immediately.”
Local businesses hoping All-Star Rewards program will boost their profiles
The program, which runs through Feb. 18, allows consumers to visit participating businesses and other locations around the state, accumulating points that they can then redeem for NBA-related prizes.
Banks, credit unions turn to Legislature after stinging court losses
The revival of a bill that would allow banks to change contract terms without explicit consent from their users rang alarm bells for consumer advocates but faced little opposition in the Indiana House. Additionally, the proposal would override two recent opinions from the Indiana Supreme Court.
Influencers, creators to occupy Helium space for All-Star Weekend
Known as NBA House, the 9,000-square-foot club at the northwest corner of Meridian and Georgia Streets will be fully taken over by the league for the NBA All-Star Weekend.
IEDC hopes to woo businesses, site selectors during All-Star weekend
The approach from the Indiana Economic Development Corp. is similar to those taken for prior events such as the Indianapolis 500, the 2022 College Football Playoff National Championship game and the 2021 NCAA Men’s Basketball Final Four.
Former Colts star Dwight Freeney part of defensive-focused Pro Football Hall of Fame class
This year’s Pro Football Hall of Fame class includes elite pass rushers Freeney and Julius Peppers, linebacker Patrick Willis, receiver Andre Johnson and all-time Chicago Bears greats Devin Hester and Steve McMichael.
Special counsel report paints scathing picture of Biden’s memory
Special counsel Robert K. Hur’s report, while concluding that criminal charges were not merited over Joe Biden’s careless handling of classified documents, painted a devastating portrait of an 81-year-old president whose age has become a central issue in his reelection campaign.
New leadership named at Subaru of Indiana Automotive
The company, which has 6,000 employees in the state, has named a new chairman and CEO, and a new president and chief operating officer.
For collector Tom Fontaine, Beatlemania endures after 60 years
Scecina High School alum Tom Fontaine is the author of two books focused on Beatles memorabilia and autographs.
Special counsel: Biden ‘willfully’ disclosed classified materials, but no criminal charges warranted
While the report removes legal jeopardy for the president, it is nonetheless is an embarrassment for Joe Biden, who placed competency and experience at the core of his rationale to voters to send him to the Oval Office.
Supreme Court sounds broadly skeptical of efforts to kick Trump off ballot
In more than two hours of arguments, both conservative and liberal justices raised questions of whether Trump can be disqualified from being president again because of his efforts to undo his loss in the 2020 election, ending with the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol.
In latest expansion move, Marathon Health merges with Denver-based company
Indianapolis-based Marathon said the merger will extend services to 2.5 million eligible patients and more than 630 U.S. employer and union-sponsored clients.
Detour alert: Plan around these All-Star Weekend street closures
The biggest shift will be the closure of the southern half of Monument Circle to vehicular traffic.