State’s preschool pilot program receives 1,800 applicants
The goal for the first phase of the program was to enroll 350 children. But because of the high demand, the state plans to enroll 100 additional children.
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Mayoral mouthpiece to depart
Marc Lotter says he doesn’t know yet where he will land. He has been Mayor Greg Ballard’s communications director since November 2010.
2014 NEWSMAKER: Joe Hogsett
Former U.S. Attorney Joe Hogsett went from ruling out a mayoral run to front-runner in the course of eight months.
Ballard won’t seek third term as mayor
The two-term mayor, who came to office as a dark horse, went against internal pressure and opted not to seek a third term, setting off speculation about which Republican would step forward to challenge former U.S. Attorney Joe Hogsett.
Indiana again ranks 41st in U.S. health survey
While the state was strong with regards to immunizations, infectious diseases and binge drinking, it still has work to do in physical activity, obesity, and air pollution.
Economic growth revised up to 5 percent for third quarter
The sizzling rate gives credence to many analysts who think U.S. growth is finally set to accelerate. More people are working and have money to spend.
Conner Insurance to invest $1M, add up to 23 workers
The expansion at Keystone at the Crossing would nearly double the insurance brokerage firm's Indiana workforce to 49.
Pence authorizes raises for workers with good reviews
Raises range from 2 percent to 6 percent depending on performance.
Identity theft is target of proposed Indiana law
The legislation, proposed by Attorney General Greg Zoeller, would require online businesses to ensure data is secure and to delete any information no longer needed.
IndyGo’s real-time features for riders delayed
The city bus company is in the midst of a technology upgrade that’s supposed to include next-bus arrival information via digital signs at downtown stops and text messaging.
Pence goes without issuing pardon in first two years
Gov. Mike Pence, who has said he wants Indiana to be a leader in giving criminals who've served their time a second chance, hasn't granted a single pardon during his first two years in office.
Pence accepts resignation of deputy chief of staff
Pence announced that he had accepted the resignation of Ryan Streeter, who is leaving his position as deputy chief of staff of policy and strategy.
Supporters to press funding case for Evansville med school
Indiana University, the University of Southern Indiana and Ivy Tech Community College are seeking a total of nearly $50 million for the campus that would cover about six city blocks.
Private hiring in state boomed by 15,800 jobs in November
In December, Indiana saw its biggest monthly increase in private sector jobs in 15 years, as the national economy boosted hiring across the country.
Poll quizzes Hoosiers on presidential aspirants
Even in his home state, Gov. Mike Pence is not as widely recognized as former Secretary of State and first lady Hillary Clinton, but he’s more of a vote-getter.
Indiana revenue expectations down $129M for 2015
The forecast also calls for revenue to grow 4.1 percent and 4.7 percent the next two years. The forecast also projects gaming revenue to drop below 2003 levels in the next two years.
Sixteen firms promise Indiana expansions, 2,100-plus jobs
Nine of the 16 firms who announced their plans with state officials Thursday expect to boost operations and employment in the Indianapolis area, forecasting 933 jobs.
Pence: HIP 2.0 timeline not as important as approval
The state and federal government have been in negotiations since the summer, but the governor said he remains confident that an agreement will be reached, even if it isn’t by his original deadline.
Sources: U.S., Cuba seek to normalize diplomatic relations
The United States and Cuba will start talks on normalizing full diplomatic relations, marking the most significant shift in U.S. policy toward the communist island in decades, American officials said Wednesday.
Indiana senator plans medical marijuana proposal
Sen. Karen Tallian, D-Portage, said she'll introduce a bill for the upcoming legislative session to allow people with certain health problems to legally use marijuana.