Indiana lawmakers seek changes to laws on property seizure
Eight bills have been submitted this legislative session to reform the state's civil forfeiture law.
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Trump vows to ‘confront hardships’ as he and Pence are sworn in
In his inaugural speech, the new president described closed factories as "tombstones" that dot the country and said the federal government has spent billions defending "other nations' borders while refusing to defend our own."
Local hotel revenue growth beats national average
Through November, downtown Indianapolis hotels saw their revenue increase 8 percent over the same period a year ago, far ahead of the national average of 4.9 percent.
Bill alarms solar-power advocates
Critics say the bill would effectively wipe out a key financial incentive for homeowners and businesses to install rooftop solar systems and windmills.
City unveils plans for City-County Building plaza revamp
The latest design plan, from Rundell Ernstberger Associates, is ready more than two years after a more expensive version was selected and ultimately scrapped due to its cost.
Lawmaker’s bill targets protesters obstructing traffic
An Indiana lawmaker says disturbing newscasts of chaotic and sometimes violent protests across the United States helped lead him to propose a bill that would direct police to use "any means necessary" to break up mass gatherings that block traffic.
Brilliant joins staff of state attorney general
Formerly a reporter for WTHR-TV Channel 13, Jeremy Brilliant is taking a spot on Curtis Hill’s team.
Bill would allow property owners to lease rooms, homes
Under a bill proposed Tuesday, cities and towns in Indiana wouldn't be permitted to ban short-term rentals that are found on websites such as Airbnb.
Celadon planning to add 375 jobs as part of expansion
The Indianapolis-based trucking and logistics company, which is building a $28 million corporate campus in Hancock County, has been approved for almost $3 million in state economic incentives.
Holcomb: Too many Hoosiers unprepared for jobs of the future
In his first State of the State address, Gov. Eric Holcomb stressed the importance of growing the state’s economy through increasing the skills of existing workers.
Lawmakers hear bill to establish ‘hemp oil registry’ for seizure patients
One of the bill’s author said it is designed to help parents who are “up against a wall,” and he stressed that it should not be confused as a first step to medical marijuana legalization in the state.
Holcomb to deliver first State of the State speech
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb will deliver his first State of the State speech Tuesday night, where he is expected to discuss road funding, education and other priorities.
House Republican road plan includes highway tolling options
If approved, the plan would not require any future vote on tollways by lawmakers once a specific tolling plan is in place. Instead, it would leave that up to the discretion of the governor.
As GOP proposes deep tax cuts, states can offer lesson in feasibility
Those pledging to cut federal taxes to boost the economy might consider looking first at lessons learned in GOP-controlled states, such as Indiana, that adopted similar strategies, only to see growth falter or budget gaps widen.
State lawmakers seek to press forward with balanced budget amendment
Republican legislators are considering taking the next step toward adding a balanced budget amendment to the Indiana Constitution, despite claims it’s unnecessary.
Soldiers and Sailors Monument wins landmark status
Dedicated in 1902, it’s the largest of more than 200 Civil War memorials in the U.S. and the only one that combines large-scale sculpture in bronze and stone.
Indiana GOP leaders pledge vaping law overhaul
Republican legislative leaders say they want to unwind stiff regulations they imposed on Indiana's vaping industry, which created a stranglehold on the burgeoning market for one company and prompted an FBI investigation.
Pence goes from outsider to Trump’s inside man in Congress
Pence, who spent a dozen years in Congress before becoming Indiana's governor, is visiting frequently with lawmakers and promising close coordination after Trump's inauguration.
Bosma urges Holcomb to get behind tax hike for Indiana roads
Speaker Brian Bosma said it was "important" for the governor to vocalize his support and convince voters that it is important for the Legislature to raise revenue through increased gas taxes or vehicle fees.
Carmel mayor pushes for statewide right-of-way change for roundabouts
A bill authored by Rep. Jerry Torr would give the right-of-way to large trucks in roundabouts throughout Indiana. Carmel has already passed a local version of the law.