US job openings slipped in July amid cooling market
The Labor Department reported Wednesday that job openings fell from 7.4 million in June and came in modestly below what economists had forecast.
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IU med students get to work in new $230M education, research building
The 326,000-square-foot building is just south of the IU Neurosciences Research Center on 16th Street and next to Indiana University Health’s 864-bed, $4.3 billion downtown hospital complex.
An Indiana community bet on carbon capture. Trump is blocking it.
The administration’s cancellation of the $500 million grant for machinery to trap and bury the plant’s greenhouse gas left the staunchly Republican community stunned.
Athletes sue NCAA over redshirt rule in case that could cover thousands
The lawsuit filed Tuesday alleges the Indianapolis-based NCAA violates U.S. antitrust laws with how its redshirt rule covers playing time for athletes during five seasons of eligibility.
Broad Ripple sculpture receives green light from zoning board
The Indianapolis Board of Zoning Appeals approved the artwork’s placement at the northwest corner of Westfield Boulevard and College Avenue.
Federal judge orders search shakeup, not breakup, in Google monopoly case
The Justice Department’s antitrust chief, Gail Slater, hailed the decision as a “major win for the American people,” even though the agency didn’t get everything it sought.
Indiana attorney Zuckerberg sues Meta over accusations he’s impersonating Facebook founder
Indiana’s Mark Zuckerberg has been an attorney for more than 38 years, charting his path in Indiana’s legal field well before the other Zuckerberg established his social media empire.
Indiana maintains top mark from major credit-rating agencies
Just 14 states have top marks from the trio of major credit-rating agencies: S&P Global Ratings, Moody’s Investors Service and Fitch Ratings.
Downtown building owners plan $30M apartment, parking garage project
The proposal calls for demolition of the 21 Virginia Ave. building—formerly home to the 500 Festival organization—and replacing it with a nine-story building.
Indiana initiative supporting independent candidates launches
Nearly 44% of registered voters in Indiana are independents—compared with about 31% who are Republicans and 25% who are Democrats, according to recent data.
US manufacturing activity contracts for 6th straight month
At the same time, there were a few hopeful signs about the outlook. Orders expanded for the first time since the start of the year.
Coming price cuts at McDonald’s might signal broader fast food price war
Fast food visits by lower-income consumers dropped by double-digit percentages industrywide in the second quarter, McDonald’s said.
Will Power out at Penske: Team confirms Australian will not return for 18th season
Power, 44, won two IndyCar titles and the Indianapolis 500 for Roger Penske. He ranks fourth all-time in IndyCar victories.
Indiana libraries prepare for impact from budget moves
Much of the discussion surrounding property tax reform has focused on schools, law enforcement and local government. But libraries are also in line to see impacts from legislation cutting property taxes.
IBJ Podcast: Pete the Planner on whether buying a home is always a smart investment
It’s not at all necessary to get started right away, and there’s a navigable path for renters in the 40s to end up in a very comfortable situation by retirement.
IU, Cook Medical announce 5-year agreement to advance research and innovation
The IU Launch Accelerator for Biosciences, or IU LAB, based in Indianapolis, will serve as the coordinating organization for projects launched as part of the initiative.
Trump plans hefty tax on imported drugs, risking higher prices, shortages
The threat comes as Trump also pressures drugmakers to lower prices of pharmaceuticals in the United States.
Government shutdown looms as Congress returns after monthlong August recess
The annual spending battle will dominate the September agenda, along with a possible effort by Senate Republicans to change their chamber’s rules to thwart Democratic stalling tactics on nominations.
PBS, NPR stations struggle with Trump-fueled government funding cuts
No stations have shut down, but job and programming cuts are already beginning.
Pickleball chain plans to open its third Indy-area location near downtown
The new 32,000-square-foot, 12-court club will also feature a pro shop and two private event spaces and plans to host tournaments, youth academies and instructor-led clinics.