The surprising announcement comes shortly after the last campaign fundraising period ended, and leaves two Democrats vying for their party's nomination.

Former Evansville Mayor Jonathan Weinzapfel announced Tuesday he will seek the Democratic nomination for Indiana Attorney General next year.

Seven GOP candidates are now slated to compete in the May primary. All but one participated in the forum, and topics included abortion and the economy, but immigration dominated.

The South Bend event was held for local African-American leaders to talk about their experiences with the candidate.

Rep. Todd Huston (R-Fishers) will be the next speaker of the Indiana House. He will serve alongside retiring Speaker Brian Bosma (R-Indianapolis) in the 2020 session as speaker-elect, learning on the job before Bosma retires.

Republican legislators have selected State Rep. Todd Huston as their pick to become the next leader of the Indiana House.

A small plurality of respondents in the annual Ball State Hoosier Survey have a positive view of Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill as he heads into a re-election campaign.

Republican state Rep. Woody Burton of Whiteland says he wont seek reelection next year but will complete his term with the 2020 legislative session.

Current Speaker Brian Bosma (R-Indianapolis) announced Tuesday he'll step down next year. And at least one potential replacement has already stated his intention to seek the job.

Republican Brian Bosma has been a state lawmaker for 34 years and has led the House for 12 of the last 16 years, making him the longest-serving Speaker in Indiana history.