Vacationing Americans packing European hotspots
Boosted by a strong dollar and in some cases pandemic savings, Americans are so eager to explore again that they’re undaunted by higher airfares and hotel costs.
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Indiana AG sues owner, manager of Indianapolis apartment complex
The complaint lists problems alleged by seven residents involving repairs that were never made, incorrect bills that caused financial hardship, and general difficulties in contacting and dealing with management.
Consumer advocates seek probe into long AES power outages after storm
State and not-for-profit utility consumer advocates have asked state regulators to investigate the utlity after a recent storm left some customers without power for nearly a week.
Millions of homes, schools might have to eliminate lead dust under EPA plan
The new rules would almost completely prohibit lead in dust in older buildings. The only contamination allowed would be the lowest levels that current removal efforts can’t eliminate, the agency said.
UPDATE: Eagles to play two nights at Gainbridge Fieldhouse
The iconic rock band initially announced an Oct. 9 show at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Following presale transactions on Wednesday, the Eagles added an Oct. 10 performance.
Cummins CEO Jennifer Rumsey to become company’s board chair
Rumsey will take over as Cummins board chair on Aug. 1, after former CEO Tom Linebarger steps down from the position.
Peyton Manning added to Rally innovation conference
Manning is the fourth and final keynote speaker announced for Rally, which is scheduled for Aug. 29-31 at the Indiana Convention Center in downtown Indianapolis.
Pence favors abortion ban even when pregnancies aren’t viable
Former Indiana Gov. Mike Pence, who is running for president, said “I want to always err on the side of life,” in explaining his views on abortion.
ILEARN scores show improvement, but trail pre-pandemic results
Less than a third of Hoosier students passed both the math and English sections of ILEARN, the Indiana Department of Education reported Wednesday.
Inflation eased further in June as economy slowly cooled
A year after inflation soared to the highest level in four decades, price increases are returning closer to normal levels.
Three tax prep firms shared ‘extraordinarily sensitive’ data about taxpayers with Meta, lawmakers say
Their report urges federal agencies to investigate and potentially go to court over the wealth of information that H&R Block, TaxAct and Tax Slayer shared with the social media giant.
New dashboard tracks number of electric, hybrid vehicles registered in Indiana
Among Indiana counties, Marion County has recorded the most electric and hybrid vehicles registered over the last five years, totaling close to 91,000.
Monthly inflation report predicted to show lowest mark in two-plus years
The expected decline in overall inflation over the past 12 months would bring the figure much closer to the Fed’s 2% target and reflect the progress the central bank has made in slowing price acceleration.
Hollywood actors agree to mediation, but strike might be unavoidable
The actors could join the already striking Writers Guild of America and grind the already slowed production process to a halt if no agreement is reached.
Biden plan to cut student loan payments could be in for legal battle
Starting this summer, millions of Americans with student loans will be able to enroll in a new repayment plan that offers some of the most lenient terms ever.
EPA sets stricter limits on hydrofluorocarbons used in refrigerators, air conditioners
A rule announced Tuesday will impose a 40% overall reduction in HFCs starting next year, part of a global phaseout designed to slow climate change.
Walmart spending $108M to expand Indiana distribution center
The expansion will double shipping capacity and add automation technology that the company said will increase the speed with which merchandise gets sent to Walmart stores.
Holcomb taps budget office to fill tax court vacancy
Indiana Office of Management and Budget senior official Justin McAdam will be the state’s next tax court judge, Gov. Eric Holcomb announced Tuesday.
Threats of strike heating up even before UAW begins negotiations with automakers
As the industry undergoes a historic transition from internal combustion engines to EVs, the UAW sees this year’s contract as an opportunity to ensure representation in the industry’s jobs of the future.
BofA hit with $250M in fines, penalties, refunds for fees, fake accounts
Bank of America must reimburse customers more than $100 million and pay $150 million in fines for “double-dipping” on overdraft fees, withholding reward bonuses on credit cards and opening accounts without customer consent.