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Braun: Indiana Emergency Operations Center returns to normal operations after winter storm

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

INDIANAPOLIS -- The office of Indiana Gov. Mike Braun announced on Wednesday that the Indiana Department of Homeland Security's state emergency operations center returned to normal operations on Tuesday. This comes after the center was activated to Level III, an emergency conditions status, since Saturday, to coordinate Indiana's response to the recent winter storm. According [...]

John Deere breaks ground at site of planned Northwest Indiana distribution center

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

HEBRON, Ind. — John Deere has broken ground at a site located near Hebron, Indiana. According to a press release, the farming equipment giant is planning to build a new state-of-the-art distribution center in the area. Hebron is located southeast of Crown Point off of U.S. Highway 231. Previous reporting indicates John Deere purchased the [...]

President Trump endorses candidate running against Indiana senator who voted no on redistricting

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

INDIANAPOLIS — President Donald Trump endorsed a candidate running against an Indiana senator who voted against redistricting earlier this year. In a post on Truth Social, Trump indicated that he would be endorsing Brenda Wilson in a primary race against Goode. In his post, Trump called Wilson a "Successful Family Farmer, and Highly Respected Vigo [...]

Indiana Statehouse sustains damage following record-breaking snow

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

INDIANAPOLIS -- Members of the House Ways and Means Committee were forced to relocate their meeting early Tuesday morning due to a leaky ceiling at the Statehouse following a massive winter storm. Water droplets could be seen slowly trickling out of two light fixtures and falling to the floor in the fourth-floor committee room— forcing [...]

Ryan Mears announces reelection bid for Marion County prosecutor

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

INDIANAPOLIS -- Ryan Mears is once again running to be Marion County's prosecutor. According to a news release from his campaign, Mears filed his candidacy for reelection for the position on Tuesday. Mears was first elected by the Marion County Democratic Party as the county's prosecutor in October 2019 after Terry Curry said he was [...]

Rokita revokes medical license of Rensselaer physician after reported sexual contact with patients, illegal abortion

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

INDIANAPOLIS -- Officials with the office of Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita stated that the medical license of a Rensselaer physician has been revoked after he reportedly facilitated an illegal abortion and had sexual contact with patients. According to a news release from Rokita's office, Patrick Sheets reportedly facilitated an illegal abortion "for a patient [...]

Indiana Independent Public Media

Five art finalists chosen for convention center expansion

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

The project received 180 applications to provide public art for the new facility.

MCCSC board passes fund transfer amid opposition, responds to ICE concerns

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

The corporation is authorized to transfer up to $12.5 million of the Education Fund to the Operations Fund this year.

Indiana Senate backs bill restricting transgender school restroom use

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Provisions of Senate Bill 182 would require those schools and universities to designate multiple-person restrooms, locker rooms, and changing areas for use only by males or females based on their reproductive biology at birth.

Indiana abortion-inducing drug ban passes Senate, heads to House

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Hoosiers can still obtain the drugs legally by mail or in-person in other states despite a near-total abortion ban. Lawmakers say that’s a loophole they want to close.

Trump endorses candidate against Indiana senator who opposed redistricting

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Trump wrote he will be endorsing Brenda Wilson, a member of the Vigo County Council.

Nearly half of Indiana's hospitals are operating at a loss. They say they need help

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

The "One Big Beautiful Bill" will cut $13 billion to Indiana Hospitals over the next decade. Indiana Hospitals say they are already in trouble.

Indiana Capital Chronicle

Indiana House narrowly rejects firing squad execution bill

Thursday, January 29, 2026

A bill to add the firing squad as an execution method in Indiana failed in the House on Wednesday, falling three votes short of the required constitutional majority. The legislation could still be brought back for another vote before Monday’s legislative deadline, however. Bipartisan opposition to House Bill 1119 doomed the measure with a 48-47 […]

Indiana’s bid for the Chicago Bears gains momentum with Senate vote

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

The Chicago Bears might not be packing their bags yet — but Indiana’s bid for the team picked up momentum Wednesday after senators approved legislation creating a state-run stadium authority that could finance and build a National Football League stadium in northwest Indiana. Senate Bill 27, authored by Sen. Ryan Mishler, R-Mishawaka, advanced to the […]

Trump posts support for 2 more Republican challengers over Indiana redistricting votes

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

President Donald Trump made a new round of endorsements seeking to oust Republican state senators who opposed his push for an Indiana congressional redistricting.

Indiana Senate backs bill restricting transgender school restroom use

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Republican Indiana senators approved on Tuesday a bill aimed at prohibiting transgender students at public K-12 schools and state universities from using restrooms or locker rooms that match their gender identity.

Targeting school lunches is a good start to making kids healthy again

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

In October the World Food Championships were hosted in Indianapolis. The international contest brought chefs from over 40 countries from around the world to compete across a variety of categories. Several chefs from Indianapolis were crowned international champions. The most notable world champion was Emma Boyd. Emma is an 8th grader and a junior chef […]

Indiana hospitals warn of cuts, closures without lawmaker intervention

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Hoosier hospitals say they're increasingly struggling to stay open as expenses rise faster than revenue, according to a new analysis.

Indiana Business News

Insurance brokerage WalkerHughes makes 2 acquisitions

Thursday, January 29, 2026

WalkerHughes said the acquisitions fit with its ongoing strategy of partnering with founder-led agencies.

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Purdue launching center for AI and robotics in medicine in Indianapolis

Thursday, January 29, 2026

The Center for AI and Robotic Excellence in Medicine in part seeks to grow knowledge of AI and its uses in medicine.

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EPA plan would begin rolling back rule on downwind pollution from smokestacks

Thursday, January 29, 2026

The EPA said Wednesday it is proposing to approve plans by eight states to regulate ozone air pollution as they see fit.

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Fourth phase of Randolph County solar operation comes online

Thursday, January 29, 2026

Development of a fifth phase of EDP Renewables North American's Riverstart solar farm is underway.

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Caleb Bauer set to depart South Bend city government

Thursday, January 29, 2026

Bauer led the Department of Community Investment during a period of increased public and private development activity.

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Indianapolis Recorder

IMPD’s historic first: Tanya Terry appointed police chief

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Mayor Joe Hogsett made history on Jan. 27 with the appointment of 27-year Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) veteran Tanya Terry as the city’s new Chief of Police, the first […]

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Latriece Watkins makes history as new president and CEO of Sam’s Club

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Walmart announced a sweeping realignment of its top executive ranks this month, highlighted by the historic promotion of company veteran Latriece Watkins to president and Chief Executive Officer of Sam’s […]

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Community Arts Calendar: Ways to celebrate Black History Month in Indianapolis

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

There are lots of things to celebrate in February, including Valentine’s Day, Mardi Gras, Ramadan, Lunar New Year, the Super Bowl and notably, Black History Month. From performances to gallery […]

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Standiford Cox Fund open to applications, support for African American preservation in Indiana

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Indiana Landmarks is now accepting applications for the Standiford H. Cox Fund to preserve significant African American landmarks in Indiana. Created in 2020, the Standiford H. Cox Fund supports restoration, […]

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Glaucoma: The silent thief of sight 

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Glaucoma Awareness Month is drawing attention to a vision condition that often progresses quietly, sometimes without noticeable symptoms until significant vision loss has already occurred.   Staff at Bosma say regular […]

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