Brad Rateike: U.S. has serious problem at southern border
More than once we heard stories about Mexican cartels issuing bounties on individual Border Patrol agents.
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Brandt Hershman: Debate over border wall ignores key issues
In a time of near full employment and a strong U.S. economy, the addition of immigrants who share the work ethic and values of our country is a good thing.
Claire Fiddian-Green: Marijuana not the answer to solving opioid crisis
The factors that result in addiction are complex, and there is no silver bullet for addressing substance misuse.
Ed DeLaney: Why some Indiana schools can’t pay teachers fairly
There are school districts losing millions of dollars because of the tax caps.
Do we really need more billboards?
How frustrating is it to be driving down our Indiana highways only to have our view of farmland and trees interrupted by the visual clutter of billboards? Driving south on Interstate 65 from Indianapolis, for example, motorists encounter billboard clutter around Austin and Scottsburg. And of course let’s not forget the infamous billboards as one […]
Greg Ellis: Truckers right to be concerned but investments needed
In future considerations, the Indiana Chamber would encourage the governor (and lawmakers) to listen to the concerns of the trucking industry.
Todd Spencer: Highway system deserves gas tax revenue
Revenue diversion is wrong, whether it’s gasoline and diesel taxes or tolls.
Bohanon & CUROTT: ‘Soak the rich’ will not work for the economy
We don’t think the republic can work if high earners are the only ones paying for government.
HAHN: Tax season is prime time to discuss final wishes
I know from experience, it is much harder to make smart choices in an emergency or crisis.
Condescending left doesn’t get Hoosiers
A few thoughts after reading the Jan. 4 Q&A with Joe Donnelly’s campaign strategist, Peter Hanscom. His obvious arrogance and disdain for folks not in possession of a college degree and implication of them in his candidate’s loss sent me straight to my keyboard without even finishing the interview. He seems to be saying, “Yes, […]
Cartoonist captured leaders’ fear of marijuana
In the Jan. 4 editorial cartoon, Shane Johnson effectively and humorously showed the truth and reality of the perpetuated fear and hardheadedness of Indiana leadership, including Gov. Holcomb, over the legalization of marijuana. Well done! Also, my hat is off to IBJ for publishing such a timely subject, with the lame excuses and rationalizations recently […]
A path to more good jobs in central Indiana
There has never been a better time to do business in Indiana. However, new research shows our region will need the combined efforts of business, government and civic leaders if we’re to ensure that more people have access to family-sustaining jobs. Last month, the Brookings Metropolitan Policy Program released a report commissioned by the Central […]
Access, money key to building Indiana’s tech workforce
Last month, hundreds of schools and thousands of K-12 students across Indiana participated in the annual “Hour of Code.” They joined an estimated 100 million of their peers around the globe in giving programming a try for at least one hour. An offshoot of Computer Science week (the second week in December), the Hour of Code […]
GREG MORRIS: Legislature goes after public notice—again
Eliminating information in print makes it too easy for governments to hide.
Private equity firm’s bid for Gannett is bad news for IndyStar, Indianapolis
Every city needs a great daily newspaper. And so it has been frustrating to watch over the years as Gannett Co. has reduced the staff at The Indianapolis Star, which it purchased in 2000. Round after round of layoffs has decimated the newsroom. In 2007, The Star boasted some 230 employees. By 2011, that number […]
In new year, consider a new workplace culture
January is traditionally the time of year when we take stock of our lives, but it’s also a great time to re-evaluate your company’s culture. Even though the month is half over, it’s not too late for you to resolve to improve the workplace environment for your employees. Given the current low unemployment rate that […]
Disruptive Statehouse issues tough to anticipate
The annual legislative parlor game asks what issue will crop up this session and disrupt leadership efforts to efficiently manage the proceedings. Sometimes this is a partisan clash, but more recently—with super-minority Democrats unable to throw the proverbial monkey wrench into the process—this phenomenon has morphed from the partisan to the philosophical or fiscal realm. […]
URBAN DESIGN: Minneapolis getting kudos for Indy-like housing policies
Northern city’s headline-grabbing policy isn’t much different than what we’ve already accomplished.
MIKE LOPRESTI: Hoosier-packed rivals prepare to do battle
Seven native sons will start when Ball State and Miami take to the hardwood.
MIKE LOPRESTI: Coaching legend Holmes on cusp of record for most wins
A 50-year hardwood career at Bloomington South High School closes in on milestone.