Engines on 1.4M Honda vehicles might fail, so regulators open investigation
The agency said in documents posted on its website Monday that connecting rod bearings on vehicles with 3.5-liter V6 engines can fail, leading to complete engine failure.
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Cigna confirms it won’t pursue combination with rival Humana
The two health insurance giants, with a combined market value of roughly $125 billion, held talks about a deal last year.
IBJ Podcast: Pete the Planner on Trump’s potential impact on investors, taxes, inflation and the auto industry
The president-elect is expected to employ tariffs to influence trade, loosen government regulations on companies and try to lower corporate taxes. Pete weighs in on potential winners and losers.
Indiana hits record low for nonfatal workplace injuries, illnesses
Thirteen industries in Indiana saw decreases in their nonfatal injury and illness rates last year, while six saw increases.
Veterans face challenges starting small businesses, but there are resources to help
Veterans own nearly 2 million small businesses that employ 5.5 million people in the U.S. Their numbers have shrunk, however, as the veteran population has aged.
Trump has vowed to kill U.S. offshore wind projects. Will he succeed?
Many of the largest offshore wind companies put a brave face on the election results, pledging to work with Trump and Congress to build power projects and ignoring the incoming president’s oft-stated hostility to them.
U.S. agency says Tesla implies its vehicles can drive themselves. They can’t.
The agency began the investigation in October after getting reports of four crashes involving “Full Self-Driving” when Teslas encountered sun glare, fog and airborne dust. An Arizona pedestrian was killed in one of the crashes.
Ivy Tech certificate program aims to boost microelectronics skills
The program is part of an ecosystem of higher education institutions ramping up programs to meet the state’s future needs.
Fishers pumps new life into aging Allisonville Road corridor
Once a thriving gateway on the west side of Fishers, the area has remained stagnant for nearly 20 years as places closer to Interstate 69, such as the Nickel Plate District and The Yard at Fishers District, have experienced rapid commercial and residential growth.
World Food Championships to make Indy debut this weekend
Billed as the “world’s largest food sport competition,” the event will feature more than 1,200 chefs from more than 30 countries battling in 12 categories at the Indiana State Fairgrounds; 21 Indiana chefs are scheduled to compete.
SEC says financial firm is at center of Ponzi scheme; Indy partner faces lawsuits
Legal problems are piling up against a now-defunct Georgia financial firm called Drive Planning LLC and its Indianapolis-based managing partner, Gerardo Linarducci.
Q&A: OrthoIndy’s John Ryan talks about staying independent in a consolidating health care industry
The economics are daunting: Rising costs and flat reimbursements mean private groups must work harder to stay independent.
Study: Your standing desk isn’t making you any healthier
A large new study of more than 83,000 adults found that standing for more than two hours a day—as many people with standing desks do—didn’t protect against the cardiovascular risks of too much sitting.
U.S. consumer sentiment advances to highest level since April
The upbeat picture also reflected Americans’ forecasts for slower inflation. Consumers expect prices will climb 2.6% over the next year, the lowest since 2020.
Indiana Democrats look for way forward after disappointing election
Democrats attributed the party’s disappointing performance on Tuesday to a lack of organization within the party infrastructure, a focus on moderate candidates in an increasingly fractured Democratic Party and difficulties overcoming straight-ticket voting.
Following nationwide trend, Indiana teacher vacancies persist
Special education positions remain the hardest to fill in Indiana, according to the state’s job board.
IBJ’s Executive Gift Guide: See what made the list
The IBJ newsroom has compiled a list of favorite gift ideas for the 2024 holiday season. All have some connection to Indiana—and most are made by an Indiana company, manufactured in the state or sold at a locally owned shop. We also asked community leaders to tell us about their favorite gifts.
High Alpha Innovation helps launch Japan-based venture studio
The U.S. is home to robust startup activity, but that’s not the case in Japan—which is what makes that country appealing for firms like High Alpha Innovation, its managing director said.
Attorney Melissa Proffitt’s enthusiasm, endurance benefit community organizations
Because of her tireless devotion to Indiana’s economic and social betterment, IBJ has named Proffitt the 31st recipient of the Michael A. Carroll Award.
Lilly CEO Dave Ricks named Watanabe Award winner
Ricks is being recognized for his contributions to Indiana’s life sciences sector and his global impact on health care innovation.