Wealthy ramp up spending while other Americans tread water, new study finds
Higher-income Americans and those with college degrees have ramped up their spending more quickly in the past three years than other consumers, according to new data.
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House lawmaker raises new concerns over FDA’s ultra-fast drug review program
Under the program, drugmakers are promised expedited reviews of one to two months for new medicines that support “national interests.”
Firing squad, Ten Commandments bills among proposals to falter at mid-session cutoff
More than 450 House and Senate measures failed to advance by Monday’s deadline — but lawmakers could still revive language before adjournment.
Analysis of hospital association’s woes finds no ‘uniform narrative of financial distress’
The Employers’ Forum of Indiana used publicly available information to examine finances at the state’s 114 general acute care hospitals and compile its own analysis.
WIBC on-air personality Rob Kendall announces exit from station
The announcement comes less than a week after Kendall said stalled contract negotiations led to his weekslong absence from the “Kendall & Casey” show.
Trump signs bill to end partial government shutdown, setting stage for next fight
The roughly $1.2 trillion government funding bill ends the partial federal shutdown that began over the weekend and sets the stage for an intense debate in Congress over Homeland Security funding.
Indy 500 winners Palou, Newgarden among drivers to be featured on regional milk products
The promotion has expanded from 13,000 retailers in eight states last year to 25,000 retailers in 20 states this year.
Trump draws attention to Lilly’s massive building spree. Here’s what’s in the works.
Eli Lilly and Co. has announced $50 billion in U.S. expansion commitments since 2020, including numerous manufacturing plants all over the country.
Laurel Judkins to lead Greater Indianapolis Progress Committee
Judkins has more than two decades of diverse experience in both the public and private sectors.
Walmart joins $1T club as tech, frugal shoppers fuel gains
Recent investments in artificial intelligence have helped supercharge the stock’s advance.
Indiana House pushes major boards consolidation, lawsuit limits to Senate
Opponents of two separate measures raised concerns over cultural commissions and insurer-friendly lawsuit changes.
Republic Airways moving into $200M HQ in Carmel, expanding on-site hotel space
The added lodging will allow more pilots and flight attendants to participate in training exercises and create more room for corporate employees in town on business.
Revamped Indiana bill dealing with immigration law enforcement clears committee
The legislation would block government bodies and public universities from enacting any policies that limit cooperation — including of their employees — with federal immigration authorities or laws.
Gov. Mike Braun signs executive order creating fraud prevention council
The new Indiana Council on Fraud Detection and Prevention is expected to focus on federally funded programs administered by state agencies like Medicaid, SNAP and WIC.
FAA reconsidering heliport closure after Rokita’s intervention
In a letter, Indiana Attorney General Todd said he believes that the $15 million offer made by Chuck Surack prior to the approval of the Indianapolis Downtown Heliport’s sale to the city did not receive due consideration.
Venture capital investment in tech firms declined in 2025, TechPoint report says
TechPoint, the growth initiative for Indiana’s tech sector, said the report highlights “a year defined by recalibration and renewed focus on long-term value creation.”
Elon Musk combines his rocket and AI businesses before expected IPO this year
His rocket venture, SpaceX, announced on Monday that it had bought xAI in an effort to help the world’s richest man dominate the rocket and artificial intelligence businesses.
Indiana House passes bill creating Indianapolis Public Education Corp.
The nine-member board would be appointed by the Indianapolis mayor and oversee key aspects of schools within its boundaries, such as a transportation system and an accountability system that could be used to recommend closing inefficient or low-performing schools.
House passes measure that could make way for $500M northeast Indiana casino
House Bill 1038 could see the gaming license in Rising Sun move to Allen, DeKalb, Steuben or Wayne counties.
Developer withdraws rezoning request for proposed Pike Township data center
American Tower Co. submitted plans for the project to the city of Indianapolis late last year. The proposed plans called for a single-story data center that would use about 4 megawatts of power.