The COVID-19 pandemic along with the expiration of the eviction moratorium is expected to fuel a rise in bankruptcy filings at the beginning of 2022, according to an Indianapolis-based lawyer.

Gov. Eric Holcomb announced Wednesday he's extending his eviction and foreclosure moratorium through Aug. 14.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development said the grants will directly support the housing counseling services provided by the HUD-approved groups, including helping people assess their readiness for a home purchase and navigating the home-buying process.

The complaint covers 30 cities, alleging Deutsche Bank is less likely to maintain and market homes it owns in majority-black areas than in majority-white ones.

Attorney General Greg Zoeller announced Tuesday that a new grant will help support Indiana Legal Services' foreclosure prevention services for low-income residents. The grant will also be used to fund a partnership between Indiana law schools and ILS.