Pence awards $3.5M contract to anti-abortion charity group
Gov. Mike Pence cited the successes of a $1 million pilot program as reason for granting a new $3.5 million contract to Real Alternatives, a Pennsylvania-based charity.
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Indiana BMV admits in class-action case to 112 overcharges
Indiana's Bureau of Motor Vehicles has admitted to weight-class overcharges in court documents stemming from a class-action lawsuit alleging that the agency overcharged motorists by tens of millions of dollars.
BlueIndy counts 500 members, 1,500 rides in first month
The controversial BlueIndy electric car-sharing service is touting that it has about 500 members in Indianapolis who have taken 1,500 rides in its first month. It’s still far from profitability.
Plant closure spurs call to step back from Indy’s Covanta deal
A recycling plant in Montgomery, Alabama, that Indianapolis officials once touted as a successful model of “one-bin” combined waste and recycling has at least temporarily shut down, citing a drop in the commodities market.
Horse commission follows through with ouster of director
The commission voted 4-0 to dismiss Joe Gorajec, who had held the post since the state legalized parimutuel wagering 25 years ago.
Horse Racing Commission poised to fire long-time executive director
The Indiana Horse Racing Commission is holding an unusual weekend meeting, where it is expected to dismiss Joe Gorajec, its executive director since 1990.
Pence boosts school safety spending after drastic cuts
The Indiana governor said Friday that after the recent deadly shooting at a community college in Oregon he would make an additional $3.5 million in safety grants available.
Leaders, candidates grapple with city savings balance
Many are looking to mayoral candidates Chuck Brewer and Joe Hogsett to craft a long-term savings strategy as Indianapolis’ reserves continue on a downward trend.
Beer wholesaler Monarch unrelenting in quest to enter booze biz
The company, the state's largest beer distributor, has argued in the General Assembly and in the courts for years to try to gain the right to enter liquor wholesaling.
Lawmakers vent as VW chief apologizes for scandal
Volkswagen’s top U.S. executive testified Thursday on Capitol Hill as the emissions-rigging scandal engulfing the automaker deepened and House members said the firm violated the public’s trust.
Billboard company suing city over digital sign ban
The federal suit filed by GEFT Outdoor LLC challenges the constitutionality of the ordinance. It comes in the wake of a U.S. Supreme Court decision regarding regulations for different kinds of sign content.
Pence appeals FEMA’s denial of flood recovery funds
The federal funds were requested to help pay for an estimated $11 million in damages in 18 counties after severe summer storms deluged parts of the state.
Pacers exec Morris to receive Daniels leadership prize
James Morris, vice chairman of Pacers Sports & Entertainment, has been chosen for the biennial prize. As part of the honor, he will recommend a recipient for a $100,000 grant.
Cleveland appeals ‘jock tax’ ruling to U.S. Supreme Court
The case has widespread implications for pro athletes and cities with sports franchises that tax visiting players’ incomes. It’s rooted in part in a challenge brought by former Indianapolis Colt Jeff Saturday.
Obama travels narrow road toward trade-pact approval
President Barack Obama needs to hold together a razor-thin majority of pro-trade lawmakers in the U.S. Congress to win approval of his huge Asia-Pacific trade deal.
Indiana’s high court takes up lawmaker email case
The Indiana Supreme Court will hear an appeal involving a lawsuit seeking a lawmaker's emails and other correspondence with utility company officials over solar power legislation he sponsored.
House GOP taps Lehman to succeed McMillin as majority leader
Republicans announced Matt Lehman's election shortly after emerging from a closed-door meeting Tuesday. Lehman, of Berne, is an insurance agent by trade and has served in the Legislature since 2008.
Carmel City Council passes anti-discrimination ordinance
The Carmel City Council approved a human rights ordinance with a 4-3 vote Monday night after hearing about two hours of divided public testimony.
Rolls-Royce lays out plan to spend $600M on Indy operations
Rolls-Royce Corp. is planning a wide-scale modernization of its Tibbs Avenue jet-engine plant in Indianapolis that would be part of an overall goal to invest nearly $600 million in its local operations over five years.
Road builder rejects state’s demand for $5 million refund
Brooks Construction said in a letter to INDOT that it would not "accept legal responsibility for an industry problem caused by INDOT's specifications and quality assurance program."