February 16, 2026
Cities could lose tool that aims to limit out of state landlords
State lawmakers could stop the practice of limiting the number of rental houses in a neighborhood. A handful of Indiana cities have ordinances that aim to control and track rental properties.
Read MoreFebruary 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.
Read MoreFebruary 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.
Read MoreFebruary 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.
Read MoreFebruary 11, 2026
'We will be forced to close our doors.' Bill regulating hemp products receives industry pushback
Indiana lawmakers want to close a loophole allowing the sale of hemp products with high THC levels. Many industry workers say it could force them to close.
Read MoreFebruary 11, 2026
State announces workshops around the state for feedback on water plan
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources will host seven workshops across Indiana to allow Hoosiers to provide input on the development of a statewide water inventory and management plan under an executive order by Gov. Mike Braun.
Read MoreFebruary 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.
Read MoreFebruary 11, 2026
Indiana bill tightens school gun penalties, eases adult court rule
A revised Indiana bill targeting youth gun violence is moving forward after lawmakers softened language that would have automatically sent some teens to adult court, while increasing penalties for firearms near schools.
Read MoreFebruary 10, 2026
Amendment to deny bail to some offenders heads to November ballot
Judges could deny bail to some offenders, under constitutional amendment poised to reach voters in November. Some advocates worry it could lead to irreparable harm.
Read MoreFebruary 10, 2026
Indiana bans driver's license gender changes despite public pushback
The rule, effective Feb. 12, will end a longstanding legal option for transgender and gender diverse residents to modify their identification cards through a physician statement or court order.
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