Carrasco wins caucus to finish Sandlin’s term in Indiana Senate
Former Indiana Inspector General Cyndi Carrasco was selected overwhelmingly by a caucus of Republican precinct committee members Wednesday.
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Indiana University, Purdue leaders share goals for Indy campuses
During a forum Thursday hosted by the not-for-profit Indiana Fiscal Policy Institute, officials from IU and Purdue emphasized continuing opportunities for collaboration even as both schools create two independent urban campuses in Indianapolis.
Cyndi Carrasco files to fill state senate seat
Indiana State Senate District 36, which includes portions of Marion County and northern Johnson County, was vacated last month after the unexpected death of Sen. Jack Sandlin, a longtime public servant.
Five new independent shops give a boost to reading in Indy
The wave of new retailers includes Loudmouth Books, Golden Hour Books, Dream Palace Books & Coffee, The Whispering Shelf and Tomorrow Bookstore.
Indy mayoral campaign ads escalate attacks over public safety, gun control
Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett and Republican challenger Jefferson Shreve released negative campaign commercials over the past week that make more pointed accusations. IBJ examines the claims.
Former state Rep. John Jacob to run for Jack Sandlin’s Senate seat
A polarizing figure, the former Indiana representative attracted controversy for his graphic protests of abortion and for statements he made about Catholics and Muslims.
Four Indianapolis City-County Council races to watch
Marion County voters will have a choice for local representation in 15 of the 25 City-County Council districts in the Nov. 7 election. The other 10 seats are uncontested. IBJ has identified four races considered to be the most in play.
Foundation commits $4M to boost college enrollment at Indianapolis-area schools
The Fairbanks Foundation is providing schools with a cash infusion in an effort to boost Indiana’s college-going rate.
Indiana delegation heading to Switzerland to learn about apprenticeship system
The trip comes as Indiana plans to roll out a new program allowing eligible high school students to receive up to $5,000 in state funding for “career scholarship accounts” that can be used to “shop” for work-based learning experiences.
Pete Buttigieg visits Indy to tout street-conversions grant
U.S. Transportation Sec. Pete Buttigieg spoke Thursday afternoon in downtown Indianapolis, flanked by one-way streets that will be converted to two-ways under a recently announced $25 million federal grant.
Former Colts great Peyton Manning discusses football, business success at Rally
In a conversation with former Indiana Gov. and Purdue University President Mitch Daniels, Manning discussed his career, family, leadership and post-football business endeavors.
Hogsett exploring abortion access options for city-county employees
What form the assistance might take is unclear, but the interpretation by the administration would appear to rule out directly providing city funds to reimburse travel and lodging expenses for employees who travel out of state for an abortion.
Thousands of U.S. flights grounded, 1.1M lose power as strong storms hit
The storms’ spread was massive, with tornado watches and warnings posted across 10 states. By late Monday afternoon, about 1,500 U.S. flights had been canceled and more than 7,000 delayed, according to flight tracking service FlightAware.
Fact-checking claims made in Indy mayoral campaign ads
Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett and Republican challenger Jefferson Shreve are engaged in a costly campaign advertising fight, which culminated this week with the Shreve campaign demanding that local TV stations pull Hogsett’s latest ad. IBJ has seized the moment to fact-check several ads.
Central Indiana development group names Jennifer Messer executive director
Messer, an attorney who operates her own law firm, will lead the newly formed group as it looks to increase collaboration and apply for regional grants.
Indy mayoral candidate Jefferson Shreve unveils plan to combat crime
Shreve is calling for gun control measures, the hiring of a public safety director and more support to hire and retain police to fill a 300-officer gap.
Hogsett campaign relies on longtime team against Shreve’s newly assembled crew
Find out who the key advisers, pollsters and communication professionals are behind the campaigns of incumbent Democratic Mayor Joe Hogsett and Republican challenger Jefferson Shreve.
Hogsett’s new plan to curb gun violence calls for change in state law
The mayor’s multi-part plan announced Thursday includes increased gun restrictions, more gun-free zones and a crackdown on nuisance properties.
Indy’s landmark Pyramids are undergoing a facelift
KennMar is investing millions of dollars to remodel and refurbish the office park. The company declined to give a precise price tag for the project but acknowledged it is a little shy of the original $12 million it cost to build the complex more than 50 years ago.
Latest Census estimates show Indy losing population, but at slower rate
Meanwhile, the Indianapolis suburbs continue their growth, with Hamilton County cities among the nation’s fastest-growing municipalities.