Longtime U.S. Rep. Dan Burton won’t seek re-election
The 73-year-old, who has represented the 5th District since 1982, had narrowly survived tough Republican primary battles in his past two campaigns.
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Pence dominating money race for Indiana governor
Campaign finance numbers released Wednesday show Indiana Rep. Mike Pence raised $5 million last year and has $3.7 million in the bank. Former Indiana House Speaker John Gregg has raised $1.7 million so far and banked $1.2 million.
Indiana judge stays order ousting secretary of state
A judge has ruled that Charlie White can remain as Indiana's secretary of state until a higher court has reviewed the ruling that ousted him from office.
Judge moves hearing on Indiana secretary of state
A Marion Circuit Court judge has delayed a hearing sought by Indiana Secretary of State Charlie White in his bid to remain in office.
Anderson mayor resigns, takes back police job
A central Indiana city's mayor has resigned with less than a week left to go in his term. Anderson Mayor Kris Ockomon submitted his resignation at a safety board meeting Monday.
Lugar: Tea Party could cost Senate GOP majority
Tea Party supporters that helped the Republicans win a U.S. House majority last year also prevented the party from taking control of the Senate and could do it again in 2012, Senator Richard Lugar said.
AG to appeal judge’s order removing secretary of state
Attorney General Greg Zoeller isn't waiting for the Indiana Recount Commission to ask for an appeal of a judge's order throwing out Republican Secretary of State Charlie White's election.
UPDATE: Judge throws out secretary of state election
An attorney for Charlie White said "he's not going anywhere" despite a judge's ruling Thursday that the embattled Indiana Republican secretary of state be removed from office because he was improperly registered as a candidate.
Judge rules Charlie White ineligible for candidacy
A Marion County judge has ruled that Secretary of State Charlie White was ineligible to be a candidate and the office should go to Democrat Vop Osili, his challenger in the 2010 election.
2011 NEWSMAKER: Daniels declines presidential bid
Supporters of Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels were disappointed when he announced May 22 that he would not seek the Republican nomination for president.
Political neophyte Ballard cruises to second term
A contentious battle for Indianapolis mayor culminated in a second term for Republican Mayor Greg Ballard, who won the race with 51 percent of the vote. His Democratic challenger, Melina Kennedy, garnered 47 percent.
Democrats rankled by ‘flawed’ leadership vote
Indiana Democrats admit they face a significant challenge trying to unite the party in time for important 2012 elections after a messy leadership squabble over the weekend left key officials divided.
State Democratic chairman Parker rescinds resignation
Dan Parker, the chairman of the state Democratic Party who abruptly resigned this week, reversed himself Saturday and narrowly survived a vote to keep his post, a party official told The Associated Press.
GOP candidate Wallace outlines $500M economic plan
Republican candidate for governor Jim Wallace says Indiana can boost start its economy by spending $500 million on infrastructure and new tax credits for business.
Quayle to endorse Romney in presidential race
Quayle's endorsement helps illustrate establishment GOP backing for Romney, who has been trying to consolidate support among party stalwarts despite repeated challenges from conservative alternatives.
8th District Dems plan caucus to pick congressional candidate
The agreement among the three Democrats vying to represent the southwestern Indiana district would avoid a primary showdown.
Ex-aide running for Indiana seat Pence is giving up
Andrew Phipps, a former aide to Republican Rep. Mike Pence, is joining the field for the congressional seat that Pence is giving up to run for governor.
RUSTHOVEN: Romney is sufficient for conservatives
Romney is not as conservative as many of us prefer. But he would be a vast improvement on Obama.
Judge to decide whether White’s candidacy stands
A court hearing to determine whether Charlie White is eligible to serve as Indiana secretary of state continued without him when he decided not to attend Wednesday.
New Republican councilor beat long odds
Republican Jeff Miller's wife died three months before the Nov. 8 election, but he kept campaigning for City-County Council—and won in a district that leans Democratic against an incumbent.