Pair of software firms plan to add a combined 160 jobs
The legal-technology startup PactSafe plans to create 91 jobs by 2020, and the software developer WDD Software plans to create 69 jobs by 2021.
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Trump-Pence VP decision could scramble Indiana politics
Gov. Mike Pence is set to attend a campaign fundraising event with the New York billionaire in Indianapolis on Tuesday—just six days before the Republican national convention in Cleveland. The Trump campaign also has scheduled a rally for Tuesday evening in Westfield.
State archives building headed to IUPUI campus
Indiana’s bicentennial year is more than half over, but several construction projects commissioned to celebrate the occasion are still developing—with announcements coming soon.
Noblesville’s development strategy emphasizes local company expansions
The city’s investment in the retention and expansion of more mature, existing businesses has been paying off.
New federal drone rules should lift TV stations
The Federal Aviation Administration last month approved new regulations that TV industry experts say will open the floodgates for drone use in news reporting.
State, feds battle over review of HIP 2.0
As Indiana’s expansion of the federal Medicaid program enters its second year, the Pence administration is brawling with federal officials, who want to conduct an evaluation of it.
Beech Grove sued over deleted social media comments
An Indianapolis suburb has removed social media pages for the city and its police department after a lawsuit accused it of violating residents' First Amendment rights by removing posted comments.
IndyGo sets public meetings to hash over Red Line project
IndyGo is hosting four public meetings this month to share updates and answer questions about the 35-mile bus rapid transit line proposed from Westfield to Greenwood.
Planned Parenthood challenges state’s new pre-abortion ultrasound law
The 72-page suit filed in federal court Thursday argues the informed consent law the Legislature passed this year has no medical justification.
Trump takes in $51 million, builds list of potential running mates
Donald Trump appeared to be moving closer to choosing a vice presidential running mate Wednesday, though two senators who had been under consideration said, "No, thanks."
Candidates Pence, Gregg raise $7 million in last 3 months
After being out-fundraised by Democratic former state House Speaker John Gregg last quarter, preliminary numbers indicate that Republican Gov. Mike Pence's campaign led this time around.
E-liquid maker withdraws application after security firm questioned
Cali Co-Packing LLC told IBJ that it has decided to withdraw its application from the Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission following media reports that the company’s chosen security firm didn’t appear to meet a new state law’s stringent requirements.
Indiana offers support to U.K.-based companies amid Brexit concerns
Indiana commerce officials are showing support for companies based in the United Kingdom as they face financial and political uncertainty after Brexit—the country’s vote to leave the European Union.
Local technology firms plan expansions, 77 new jobs
Two local technology firms are making plans to expand their operations in Indianapolis, adding a total of up to 77 employees over the next four to five years, the companies announced Wednesday morning.
Potential replacements emerge in case Trump taps Pence
Indiana Republicans are already speculating about who would replace Mike Pence in the governor's race, even though Pence's selection is far from certain and the presumed GOP presidential nominee is vetting several candidates.
Report: Bosma, Rokita to vie for governor if Trump picks Pence as running mate
If Gov. Mike Pence is picked, the GOP would only have until July 15 to name a replacement to the Indiana ballot to run against Democratic nominee John Gregg. Lt. Gov. Eric Holcomb would likely be in the running as well.
Justices remove judge from court dispute between state, IBM
The Indiana Supreme Court on Tuesday removed the judge who has presided for six years over the litigation between the state and IBM over the failed $1.3 billion welfare-modernization contract.
FBI says it won’t recommend charges in Clinton email matter
The decision almost certainly removes the threat of criminal charges. But FBI Director James Comey delivered a blistering review of Hillary Clinton's actions, saying the agency found 110 emails on Clinton’s server containing classified information.
Trump tweets he was ‘very impressed’ by Indiana Gov. Pence
The billionaire businessman tweeted: "Spent time with Indiana Governor Mike Pence and family yesterday. Very impressed, great people!"
Spokesman: Indiana governor had ‘warm’ meeting with Trump
Indiana Gov. Mike Pence and his wife met with Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and his wife Saturday as Trump considers potential running mates, but a Pence spokesman said “nothing was offered.”