Indiana expands program to crack down on ‘doctor shopping’
The program is hailed by health providers for allowing doctors, hospitals and pharmacies to check patients’ electronic health records for substance abuse.
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Lawrence cleans up financial turmoil, seeks boost in utility’s junk bond rating
Lawrence officials say they are recovering from financial mismanagement and budget challenges of the past several years—and gearing up to invest in the future.
Energy Department calls for easing rules on power plants
The department said in a new report that the closure of many plants that once formed the backbone of the grid has raised the risk that consumers might not have reliable electricity.
Mile Square residents to vote on funding spiffier upkeep, improved services
The owners of about 1,200 downtown properties soon can expect to receive petitions asking for them to financially support improvements for the city's core, potentially raising $3 million per year.
State workforce commissioner Braun set to resign
Steve Braun, a former state lawmaker, was hired to lead the agency by Gov. Mike Pence in late 2014.
Indianapolis, IPL ink $12M contract to update 27,000 streetlights
The city said it will use the savings from the more energy-efficient lights to add another 4,000 streetlamps.
Court rulings restrict police seizures in Indiana
U.S. District Chief Judge Jane Magnus-Stinson partially has halted the seizure of vehicles in drug cases and related crimes in the state.
Sanders revisits campaign themes in downtown rally
Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders told hundreds of supporters in Indianapolis that the U.S. needs an economy that works for everybody.
Indiana governor to lead trade mission to Japan
Tthe trip is intended to strengthen relationships and encourage continued investment and trade with the state's largest foreign investor.
Indiana’s Donnelly, a top GOP target, starts re-election bid
Sen. Joe Donnelly is considered one of the most vulnerable Democratic senators on 2018 ballots. That’s drawn U.S. Reps. Luke Messer and Todd Rokita into a nasty feud for the Republican nomination.
URBAN DESIGN: IHPC offers lessons for smart development
The work of the Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission leads to higher property values and people-focused development.
Chief strategist Bannon leaves Trump’s turbulent White House
Steve Bannon, a forceful but divisive conservative presence in President Donald Trump's White House, is leaving.
EDITORIAL: Approve mayor’s balanced budget
Mayor Joe Hogsett has proposed a city budget for 2018 that includes a tiny, projected surplus. It’s another step on a road to the fiscal stability Indianapolis needs to continue growing and thriving.
Wisconsin lawmakers pass $3B incentive deal for Foxconn
Economic development officials from Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Texas all vied for Foxconn’s attention before it wrapped up a deal with Wisconsin.
Proposed Carmel hotel raises questions about risk, private sector
Hotels in Carmel could soon have an unexpected competitor—the city itself.
City to steer $500K into grocery development in low-income areas
The Hogsett administration plans to use federal grant funding to stimulate the development of one or more grocery stores and help eliminate food deserts.
Sanders plans jobs rally with union leader in Indianapolis
Bernie Sanders’ campaign staff says the rally on jobs and the economy is set for Monday afternoon at Monument Circle in downtown Indianapolis.
U.S. demands big NAFTA changes, setting stage for tough talks
The United States won't settle for cosmetic changes to the North American Free Trade Agreement, the top U.S. trade negotiator said, as negotiations to rework terms of the pact began.
Trump ends business councils as CEOs turn against president
Donald Trump said he’s disbanding two advisory groups of American business leaders after CEOs quit this week as the president faced blowback over comments he made in the wake of violent protests in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Holcomb program to pay companies to train new employees
Announced Monday, the state training grant program would provide up to $2,500 per employee to companies that hire, train and retain workers for at least six months.