Articles tagged as: Indiana
September 15, 2022
Indiana Democrats issue call to action for voters on first day of abortion ban
Democratic state legislative candidates say the only way to repeal Indiana's near-total abortion ban is by electing Democrats to the Statehouse.
Read MoreSeptember 15, 2022
What’s next for advocates now that Indiana’s new abortion ban is law
With Indiana’s abortion ban now in effect, local organizers say the focus of their efforts has shifted.
Read MoreSeptember 14, 2022
The first abortion ban passed after Roe takes effect Thursday in Indiana
The first new abortion ban passed by a state legislature since the overturning of Roe v. Wade this summer is set to take effect Thursday in Indiana.
Read MoreSeptember 9, 2022
Pregnant Hoosiers on Medicaid can stay insured a full year postpartum
Pregnant Hoosiers enrolled in Medicaid used to be at risk losing that coverage 60 days after giving birth. Indiana has now received federal approval to extend that coverage to a full year.
Read MoreAugust 17, 2022
Remembering RFRA – Do businesses have the same influence now?
Many Indiana companies say the near-total abortion ban is bad for the economy – are lawmakers persuaded? WFYI’s Emilie Syberg spoke with Indiana Public Broadcasting Statehouse Bureau Chief Brandon Smith to compare the political moments.
Read MoreAugust 8, 2022
Providing free rides could help people in addiction recovery
People in recovery for substance use disorder often need to attend medical appointments, recovery meetings or meet with a probation officer. But access to transportation can be a barrier to recovery.
Read MoreAugust 5, 2022
Their mentor was attacked. Now young OB-GYNs may leave Indiana
When an Indiana abortion provider was attacked by pundits and political leaders, the vitriol hit home for medical residents at Indianas largest teaching hospital. Many of these young doctors were certain they wanted to practice in Indiana after training. Lately, some have felt more ambivalent.
Read MoreAugust 2, 2022
Indiana History Train at the State Fair previews upcoming Chuck Taylor Exhibit
An upcoming exhibit at the Indiana Historical Center looks at the history of basketball in the state.
Read MoreAugust 1, 2022
Fentanyl is devastating Midwest communities. But expanding harm reduction can be difficult
Many who work on the frontlines of the overdose crisis want to see more emphasis on reducing the risk of illness and death from substance use. But in some communities, they face opposition.
Read MoreAugust 1, 2022
Indiana ayudará a las familias que dejen la escuela pública a pagar la educación especial
El Programa de Cuentas para Becas de Educación de Indiana tiene por objeto ayudar a los padres de niños con discapacidades a que puedan pagar los tratamientos y tutorías. Pero hay un problema: solo está disponible para las familias que hayan abandonado el sistema de las escuelas públicas.
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