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February 15, 2026
EPA adds three years to deadline for cleaning coal ash sites
The Environmental Protection Agency has issued a rule delaying the monitoring and clean-up of coal ash from power plants in Indiana and across the country.
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February 13, 2026
Immigration enforcement bill one step closer to Governor's desk
The Indiana House advanced a broad immigration enforcement bill Thursday afternoon that aligns with federal immigration policies.
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February 11, 2026
Indiana Senate sends ‘Let Kids Be Kids’ child supervision bill to governor
Parents who allow kids to bike, walk or play outside without constant supervision would be shielded from child neglect allegations under a bill sent to Gov. Mike Braun’s desk on Tuesday.
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February 13, 2026
State receives first monthly payment for ICE detainees
Indiana has received its first payment for housing federal immigration detainees at the Miami Correctional Facility in northern Indiana — $1.17 million.
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'We will be forced to close our doors.' Bill regulating hemp products receives industry pushback
February 11, 2026
Indiana bill tightens school gun penalties, eases adult court rule
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Local News / February 14, 2026
Armed group protests Trump administration's comments on Alex Pretti and gun rights
A group of armed protesters peacefully marched and protested in downtown Indianapolis Saturday to protest what they call an attack on Second Amendment rights from the Trump administration.
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Local News / February 13, 2026
'It creates a vicious cycle.' Advocates push back on bill to criminalize homelessness
Advocates gathered at the statehouse this week to pushback on a bill that would criminalize homelessness. They say the legislation would make it harder for individuals experiencing homelessness to get the help they need.
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Education / February 12, 2026
Could Indiana soon approve a 'conservative' SAT for colleges and universities?
Indiana lawmakers debated a bill that would require public colleges to accept the Classic Learning Test alongside the SAT and ACT. Supporters call it a “back to basics” option, while testing officials question its validation and security.
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