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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.
Voter turnout dropped in Hamilton and Marion counties
Voter turnout was significantly higher in Hamilton County than in Marion County, but was lower in both counties than in 2020.
Money in NCAA sports has been profitable for a few, but degree remains ultimate prize for many
Money received through NIL agreements has changed the equation for some athletes, but for most, money available to them through NIL remains a small consideration compared with earning a degree and competing in the sports they love.
Trump names Susie Wiles as chief of staff, first woman in the post
Wiles is widely credited within and outside Trump’s inner circle for running what was, by far, his most disciplined and well-executed campaign.
CDC calls for expanded testing for bird flu after blood tests reveal more farmworker infections
The CDC study provides the largest window to date into how the bird virus first detected in March in dairy cows might be spreading to people.