Communities push back against data centers in the form of moratoriums, pauses, or other regulations as questions over pollution, jobs, and affordability swirl. A record 82% of Hoosiers say they plan to vote- or already have voted- in the midterm elections, a potential record increase after 2024 saw just 61% turnout. Indiana communities are set to decide on school referendums.

Controversy around an impending death row execution as Indiana seeks pentobarbital, the same drug used in Tennessee’s botched execution of Christa Pike. State lawmakers debate how to fund childcare going into 2027 with some calling for further deregulation. A report questions if tax breaks for large corporations or data centers incentivizes businesses to move into an area.

Secretary of State Candidates Ballard, Bayh, Engling, and Shillings face off to debate voter fraud and noncitizen voting. A look at Indiana’s voluntary intoxication and consent laws in light of the alleged rape of a woman at Cornell University. Voters to decide on a consitutional amendment giving judges more leeway to deny bail when a defendant poses a risk to public safety.