Articles tagged as: IPB
October 9, 2025
What does good redistricting look like? Political scientist explains fair maps
Gerrymandered maps can seem kind of obvious. Districts that snake around cities or split up rural communities to benefit a single party. And the technology to do so has only gotten easier.
Read MoreOctober 8, 2025
EPA ends Biden-era pollution rule delay for coke ovens, NW Indiana advocates tout health benefits
Coke is a product made from coal that's used in steelmaking. Coke ovens emit harmful chemicals like benzene, which causes cancer.
Read MoreOctober 8, 2025
Braun says wages for government-incentivized jobs have seen an increase this year
The average wage for Hoosiers has increased over the last nine months, according to Governor Mike Braun. Braun said this improvement shows Indiana's new economic development approach — that prioritizes wage growth — is working.
Read MoreOctober 7, 2025
When could Indiana lawmakers redraw the state's congressional maps?
Indiana lawmakers are under pressure to redraw the state's congressional maps at the behest of President Donald Trump. Two of the remaining questions for Indiana's redistricting push are when and how?
Read MoreOctober 6, 2025
Indiana highlights seven water quality 'success stories'
Indiana had more water quality "success stories" than any other state last fiscal year. The Environmental Protection Agency designates a river, lake or stream a "success story" if the water significantly improves after once being too polluted for things like swimming, fishing or hosting aquatic life.
Read MoreOctober 3, 2025
Hoosier Starbucks union workers join nationwide push for fair labor contract
Starbucks union workers rallied outside of a store in downtown Indianapolis Thursday as part of a national push for fair labor contracts. Union members are demanding better wages and benefits and increased hours.
Read MoreOctober 2, 2025
IEDC audit details undisclosed conflicts, 'potential for favoritism'
The state's monthslong audit of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation includes details about potential conflicts of interest and pointed to "the potential for favoritism and misuse of public funds."
Read MoreOctober 2, 2025
Indiana State Treasurer Daniel Elliott lauds investment earnings. How does it work?
Indiana State Treasurer Daniel Elliott said investments managed by his office earned more than $500 million for the state's General Fund last fiscal year.
Read MoreOctober 1, 2025
Hoosier businesses say investment in talent pipeline addresses skilled worker needs
A recent survey shows employers in central Indiana are having a hard time finding more skilled and highly educated workers. Some Indiana companies are helping to shape the talent pool they want.
Read MoreSeptember 30, 2025
Purdue offers solutions to blackouts, high energy bills as people electrify their homes and cars
Switching to electric home appliances and cars can reduce pollution and help you save money over time. But all of that new electricity demand could strain the power grid — leading to blackouts or the need for expensive power lines and other infrastructure. A study by Purdue University looked into strategies that can help.
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