Lilly shares rise on surprising news from FDA on arthritis drug
The Indianapolis drugmaker said it will not be required to conduct another expensive, time-consuming clinical trial for the potential blockbuster.
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Carmel City Council approves more funding for holiday market
The council transferred half the money from its own budget instead of from the police department’s budget, as had been originally proposed.
Indianapolis, Carmel reach deal in 96th Street roundabout dispute
The deal has to be approved by both the Indianapolis City-County Council and the Carmel City Council before Carmel begins construction on the contested intersections.
Donnelly sells stock in family company after furor over Mexico plant
Sen. Joe Donnelly’s reelection campaign says he signed over his stock in the company on Aug. 11 for $17,410 and plans to donate the proceeds to 10 different charities across Indiana.
East side’s Promise Zone hits big milestone by leveraging nearly $120M
The area on the near-east side is one of eight nationally to be designated for the program, which gives high-poverty communities a leg up in receiving assistance for revitalization efforts.
State sues to defend new law requiring out-of-state retailers to pay sales tax
The state of Indiana has been clamoring to collect sales tax from out-of-state retailers. The only problem is a U.S. Supreme Court decision that says it can’t.
Hoosier Lottery mustered record profit for state in latest fiscal year
Sales of scratch-offs and a reduction in expenses helped offset a dip in sales for big-jackpot tickets.
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.
Hogsett’s ‘structurally balanced budget’ sparks debate
Mayor Joe Hogsett’s budget team has been touting the proposed 2018 city budget as the “first balanced budget with sustainable funding sources since 2008.”
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.
Preservationists cry foul over state plan to log 300 acres of state forest
Preservationists say they are concerned about the potential impact on recreation and endangered species. Forestry officials say selection techniques will be used to improve, not harm, the forest.
Researchers find wreckage of WWII-era USS Indianapolis
The heavy cruiser played a critical role in the atomic bombing of Hiroshima before being struck by Japanese torpedoes.
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.