A bill changing how Marion County Superior Court judges are selected is creating tension between Indianapolis lawmakers.

As data center development continues across Indiana — drawing economic praise but growing concern over energy and land use — lawmakers advanced little legislation in the 2026 session to regulate the tech sector.

Indiana lawmakers concluded the 2026 legislative session Friday. Deregulatory bills and legislation to entice the Chicago Bears to move across state lines passed. Democrats say efforts to improve affordability fell short.

The measure is one of lawmakers’ efforts to address pocketbook issues this year as demand for energy and electric bills rise.

IPS Superintendent Aleesia Johnson says her top priority is maintaining stability for families as a new mayor-appointed board will take over large pieces of the city’s divided education system.

Advocates gathered at the statehouse to pushback on a bill that would criminalize homelessness. They say lawmakers are writing legislation that impacts them without a seat at the table.

Lawmakers gave final approval for a bill that slightly changes the state’s alert system for missing or endangered children in the wake of the disappearance and death of 17-year-old Hailey Buzbee.

Indiana's Senate Bill 76, a sweeping measure to align local law enforcement and public institutions with federal immigration enforcement, remains poised for final approval despite a delay in the Senate on Thursday.

A bill that targets fraud and abuse in Indiana’s welfare programs is now headed to the Governor. The language puts the state in line with new federal requirements, but some Democrats worry it could add more barriers for Hoosiers.

The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission will hold a public hearing March 24 with five major utility companies.