May 28, 2025
Dealing fentanyl carries harsher penalties under new law highlighted by Gov. Mike Braun
Gov. Mike Braun said a new law "raises the bar" on dealing fentanyl to ensure Hoosiers are better protected against the drug.
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United Steelworkers union raises concerns over Nippon-U.S. Steel deal
President Donald Trump approved the $14.9 billion sale of U.S. Steel to a Japanese company — despite promising before last year's election to block it. However, a union representing thousands of steel workers in Indiana continues to raise concerns about the deal and how it could impact workers.
Read MoreMay 27, 2025
Indiana utility commission chair to retire. Advocate says this is crucial timing
The state agency helps decide whether utilities can raise Indiana customers' rates — including for new power plants.
Read MoreMay 27, 2025
Certain companies tied to sports gambling industry won't have to register with state after July 1
Hundreds of companies tied to the sports gambling industry in Indiana will no longer need to be licensed with the state after July 1.
Read MoreMay 23, 2025
USDA approves Indiana's soda, candy restrictions on SNAP purchases
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved Indiana's ban on "sugary sodas" and candy from the state's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP. Indiana is part of a national wave of nearly a dozen Republican-led states seeking restrictions in the program.
Read MoreMay 23, 2025
Hoosier Lottery taking cautious approach to business plan as economic worries soften revenues
The Hoosier Lottery's growth projections are cautious this year as worries about an economic downturn are softening lottery revenues.
Read MoreMay 22, 2025
Gleaners raises alarm over 'humanitarian and economic disaster' of SNAP cuts in federal legislation
More than 600,000 Hoosiers would likely lose access to some or all of their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, benefits under the massive federal bill approved by U.S. House Republicans Thursday.
Read MoreMay 21, 2025
Here’s how international students targeted by Trump get to stay in Indiana — for now
The two cases remain open even though the students are no longer subject to immediate deportation.
Read MoreMay 21, 2025
Rokita touts work opposing illegal immigration in trip to southern U.S. border
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita touted his work fighting illegal immigration Wednesday during a trip to the United States' southern border.
Read MoreMay 21, 2025
Indiana's unemployment rate improves for fourth month, drops below national average
Indiana's unemployment rate has steadily improved over the last four months, according to the latest preliminary labor data. The state's unemployment rate fell below 4 percent for the first time since last June.
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