Hogsett to propose mayoral term limits, ethics rules
Term limits are among several policy proposals Democrat mayoral candidate Joe Hogsett plans to announce Wednesday afternoon, according to his campaign.
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State still working on details of tax amnesty program
The revenue department has identified approximately $400 million in outstanding liabilities that may be eligible for collection during the tax amnesty period.
Indianapolis bar owners challenge city’s smoking ban
Attorneys for the owners of the Whistle Stop Inn and the Thirsty Turtle argued before the court Monday that the city shouldn’t be allowed to ban smoking at bars that don’t offer gambling when it allows smoking at off-track betting facilities.
Justice center developer trying to meet with council members
Preferred vendor WMB Heartland Justice Partners is hoping to resurrect the $1.6 billion project and see it pass the City-County Council on June 8, but a hastily called meeting with council members has the potential to violate the Open Door Law.
Council panel advances stripped-down billboard resolution
The amended proposal will advance to the City-County Council as a special resolution that would put the Metropolitan Development Commission in charge of the billboard-approval process.
Indiana judge weighs fate of BMV overcharges case
A judge heard arguments Monday in the case alleging that the BMV overcharged motorists by tens of millions of dollars for fees and services.
Pence planning to run for second term in office
Indiana Gov. Mike Pence plans to announce that he’ll run for re-election during the GOP’s spring dinner next month.
Brakes put on Ivy Tech construction amid questions
Ivy Tech Community College's construction plans have been put on hold and it will face a state review of its programs over concerns about low graduation rates and declining enrollment.
Ex-congressman Hill to join Indiana Senate race
Former Democratic congressman Baron Hill plans to join Indiana's U.S. Senate race to replace retiring Republican Dan Coats.
UPDATE: Lawmakers eye changes at troubled BMV
Rep. Dan Forestal, D-Indianapolis, said Friday that legislative leaders should establish a committee for a comprehensive review of the agency and develop proposals that the General Assembly can consider during its 2016 session.
State to spend $750K in developing ad campaign to undo harm
Indiana is going to pay a New York public relations firm up to $750,000 to come up with a plan to try to rebuild the state's damaged image after widespread criticism over the Religious Freedom Restoration Act.
Cities, towns see historic savings on bond refinancings
Municipalities rush to refinance while rates linger near rock bottom, and before an anticipated increase by the Federal Reserve Bank.
Council to advance stripped-down version of digital billboard plan
Controversial language that would have allowed as many as 75 billboards to be converted to digital over 36 months was removed from Proposal 250, under an amendment filed Wednesday by sponsor Mary Moriarty Adams.
House votes to block EPA regulation of streams, wetlands
The proposed rules have fueled political anger in the country’s heartland, becoming a top issue of concern for many farmers and landowners who say there are already too many government regulations affecting their businesses.
Governor vetoes transparency bill over records fee
A bill that would have allowed government agencies to charge private citizens for public research requests will not go into effect this year.
Pence passes law to address vacant housing
City officials in Indianapolis are applauding a vacant housing law signed by Indiana Gov. Mike Pence, despite the fact that it won't let municipalities hold banks responsible for upkeep on so-called “zombie homes.”
UPDATE: Audit finds BMV lacked oversight, had ambiguous fees
The report by the accounting firm BKD LLP released Monday found the BMV lacked a centralized authority accountable for ongoing compliance with legislation and an internal audit function.
Northwest Indiana lawmaker to run for governor in 2016
State Sen. Karen Tallian, a Democrat from Ogden Dunes, said Indiana voters deserve better than a rerun of 2012, when Republican Gov. Mike Pence defeated Democrat John Gregg, a former Indiana House speaker.
Savings from Indiana energy-efficiency law could be small
A new law aimed at decreasing energy usage in Indiana might not save consumers money as advertised and could leave the state at risk of violating federal emissions rules, environmentalists say.
Tea party favorite Stutzman jumps into U.S. Senate race
U.S. Rep. Marlin Stutzman's entry into the race pits him against former Indiana Republican Party Chairman Eric Holcomb, who launched his campaign last month after Dan Coats, 71, announced he wouldn't seek re-election in 2016.