Mike Braun

Indiana saw federal approval for a major disaster declaration earlier this week, unlocking millions in federal funds for recovery efforts. State and federal officials outlined next steps for impacted residents Thursday.

Nearly two weeks since Northwest Indiana residents lost power, Gov. Braun is calling for a station investigation into utility provider NIPSCO.

Indiana has agreed to pay former IURC Commissioner Andy Zay $625,000 to settle his lawsuit over Gov. Mike Braun's decision to fire him from the commission.

Indiana applied for a major disaster declaration after floods and power outages impacted thousands. The state is hoping to unlock additional federal funds for recovery.

Hoosiers may start applying for assistance after flooding. Federal agencies assist in response efforts including a major road failure.

The lawsuit by fired utility commissioner Andy Zay could complicate efforts of state regulators to revisit AES Indiana's $71 million rate increase.

Officials say the worst of the damage happened in Wayne County on the state's eastern border.

As the gas tax holiday continues, industry groups are raising concerns about the long-term status of road funding.

Gov. Mike Braun appointed council member Joshua Bain to the utility commission days after firing a commissioner who backed a $71 million AES rate hike Braun opposed.

Gov. Mike Braun fired Indiana Utility Regulatory Commissioner Andy Zay from his post on Monday — just six weeks after Zay voted in favor of an AES Indiana rate hike and was demoted from IURC chair.