Indiana ACLU: No rush to halt judge’s pause on abortion ban
Lawyers for the American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana called the state’s motion “hastily filed” and argued the case does not need to go to the Indiana Supreme Court.
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Quiet, introverted Thompson takes helm of Indiana Ways and Means Committee
More than 20 years into his legislative career, Rep. Jeffrey Thompson be leading the General Assembly in drafting the state’s two-year budget for the first time
O’Laughlin, former Indianapolis clerk and Indiana treasurer, dies at 93
Marjorie O’Laughlin’s political career began when she was asked by mayoral candidate Richard Lugar, a classmate from Shortridge High School, to run for city clerk in 1967.
Senate race: Young tries to keep focus off abortion ruling that McDermott is trying to exploit
In less than five weeks, voters can let Republicans keep their grip on Indiana’s Senate presence by re-electing Sen. Todd Young, who emphasizes his bipartisan accomplishments, or hand his seat to Tom McDermott, the hard-charging, plainspoken Democratic mayor of Hammond.
Indiana auditor says all automatic refund checks have been mailed out
The auditor said that while most eligible Hoosiers have received their refunds, “we are aware that many need further assistance to claim it.”
U.S. House approves antitrust bill targeting giant tech firms
The limited bill would give states an upper hand over companies in choosing the location of courts that decide federal antitrust cases.
Biden mistakenly asks if deceased Indiana congresswoman Walorski is in audience
“Jackie, are you here? Where’s Jackie?” Biden said, looking out into the crowd at a conference on combating hunger.
Senate moves ahead on short-term spending bill after Manchin-backed provision removed
The bill would fund the government through Dec. 16, giving negotiators more time to work out their differences and agree on government spending for fiscal 2023.
Noblesville mayor announces run for second term in 2023
Chris Jensen, 38, is the latest Hamilton County mayor to announce his plans for 2023. No Democratic or Republican challengers have publicly announced campaigns.
You don’t have to own a home to go solar; some renters have an option, too
Twenty-one states and the District of Columbia allow community solar projects. Indiana is not one of them, according to the EPA.
GOP critics say politics drives ESG choices for investment firms
Conservative Republican blowback continues to grow against a concept known as ESG investing, which takes environmental, social and corporate governance concerns into consideration when assessing the value of companies.
Indiana appeals judge’s order blocking state’s abortion ban
The appeal was filed Thursday night after Owen County Judge Kelsey Hanlon issued a preliminary injunction against the abortion ban, putting the new law on hold.
What will it take to find a GOP candidate for Indy mayor?
So far, no clear GOP candidates have emerged for 2023. Marion County Republican chair Joe Elsener acknowledges that one candidate who was testing the waters—businessman Steve Sorrel—already has decided against a run.
Agencies largely mum as committee seeks to reshape their powers
Multiple industry groups testified Thursday before an interim Indiana legislative study committee laying the groundwork to curb state agencies’ rulemaking powers—but just one agency showed up.
Bank CEOs warn of ‘daunting’ challenges from inflation
Democrats called JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, Wells Fargo and Citigroup to Washington, D.C., to talk about pocketbook issues as households contend with the highest inflation since the early 1980’s and the midterm election looms just weeks away.
New York attorney general sues Donald Trump and his company for fraud
The lawsuit is the culmination of the Democrat’s three-year civil investigation of Trump and the Trump Organization. Trump’s three eldest children, Donald Jr., Ivanka and Eric Trump, were also named as defendants, along with two longtime company executives.
Prosecutor Mears, foe Carrasco face off over Indy crime
The pews of Castleton United Methodist Church were packed to hear Democratic Prosecutor Ryan Mears and Republican candidate Cyndi Carrasco participate in political forum Tuesday night.
Lawrence Mayor Collier says he won’t seek third term
Steve Collier, a Republican and lifelong resident of Lawrence, said it was time for his second retirement after 33 years in education followed by more than a decade in public office.
Carmel City Council president announces run for mayor
Kevin “Woody” Rider is a 35-year Carmel resident who is in his fourth term as an at-large Carmel city councilor. He is also a member of the Carmel Plan Commission.
Myla Eldridge elected Marion County Democratic Party chair
Eldridge, vice chair of the Indiana Democratic Party, is now the first Black chair of the Marion County Democratic Party after a landslide victory against three other candidates.