Union suing to block Indiana right-to-work law
International Union of Operating Engineers Local 150 says a suit being filed Wednesday in U.S. District Court in Hammond claims the right-to-work law violates the federal and state constitutions.
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Lawmakers back penalties over farm lawsuits
The Senate Judiciary Committee voted 6-3 Wednesday in favor of the bill that would give judges discretion on whether to order the person filing a frivolous lawsuit to pay the farm’s court costs and attorney fees.
Lugar and GOP primary foe Mourdock set April debate
State treasurer and tea party favorite Richard Mourdock with square off against U.S. Sen. Richard Lugar on April 11 in their only debate to be hosted by the Indiana Debate Commission before the May 8 primary.
UPDATE: Obama proposes cutting corporate tax rate
President Barack Obama’s plan would trim the corporate tax rate from 35 percent to 28 percent. In turn, corporations would have to give up dozens of loopholes and subsidies that they now enjoy.
Senate panel weighs carve-outs in statewide smoking ban
The House-approved measure includes exemptions for casinos and private clubs. It also includes an 18-month delay before the ban takes effect in bars.
Sugarland attorneys: Injured fair fans share in blame
Attorneys for country duo Sugarland say concertgoers were at least partly to blame for injuries suffered in the 2011 stage collapse at the Indiana State Fair. The stance drew a sharp reaction from fans Tuesday and prompted the band’s manager to issue a statement criticizing the finger-pointing.
City-County Council member gives salary to local library
Steve Talley will donate his council salary over the next four years, which totals about $52,000, to launch an endowment through the Indianapolis Public Library Foundation in honor of his late wife, Donna.
Dem Donnelly campaigns on Lugar residency issue
Democrat Joe Donnelly is picking up a popular line of attack against Sen. Richard Lugar as he looks to win the veteran politician’s seat in November.
Indiana retailers face penalties over ‘bath salts’
State retailers could lose their business licenses for a year if they're caught selling synthetic stimulants nicknamed "bath salts" or others that mimic marijuana.
Study: Corruption in northern Indiana not as bad as thought
A new study says northern Indiana politics may not be as corrupt as its reputation suggests.
Eiteljorg, Imax seeking approval to sell liquor
The two downtown attractions are among several entities that purchased permits in November and now are seeking approval from county officials to sell liquor.
Smoking ban among key issues pending in Legislature
The Senate is set to consider a statewide smoking ban as well as legislation that would aside another $5 million for victims of the Indiana State Fair stage collapse.
Reopening of Ohio River bridge gives lift to businesses
The reopening of the Sherman Minton Bridge has business returning to normal more than five months after a crack in load-bearing steel led to Gov. Mitch Daniels to order the span over the Ohio River closed.
Charlie White cries foul on residency, cites other cases
The ousted secretary of state claims Sen. Richard Lugar and former Sen. Evan Bayh vote from Indiana despite living near Washington, D.C. Lugar doesn't own a home in Indiana, and tea party activists want his candidacy disqualified as a result.
Indiana fair victim testifies on state plan for found money
A high school tennis player who was crippled in last summer's deadly stage collapse at the Indiana State Fair testified Thursday as legislators considered whether to double the amount the state is paying for victims.
Committee to push for safer late-night stores in Indiana
Since 2006, six people have been killed and 27 people have been seriously injured in violent crimes at late-night stores in Indiana.
Former Daniels aide challenges Wallace GOP bid
A former longtime aide to Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels is challenging GOP businessman Jim Wallace's qualifications to run for governor.
Lawmakers eye early finish after contentious start
Republican House Speaker Brian Bosma told House members Thursday that he and Senate President Pro Tem David Long were planning to wrap things up by March 9. The 2012 session is formally scheduled to end by March 14.
Indianapolis Downtown Inc. leader Zahn stepping down after 19 years
Indianapolis Downtown Inc. announced Thursday morning that President Tamara Zahn plans to leave her position by June. Zahn was IDI's first president and has been in the post for 19 years.
Former mayor cleared in alleged domestic dispute
Former Indianapolis Mayor Steve Goldsmith has been cleared of wrongdoing in the case involving his arrest following a domestic dispute call to Washington, D.C., police last summer.