Casey Smith - Indiana Capital Chronicle
Senior Reporter, Indiana Capital Chronicle-
New court data shows tens of thousands of expungements granted since 2024, but waiting periods and unpaid court debt still keep many people from applying. -
President Donald Trump’s orders require three coal units to remain available through Dec. 18, nearly a year beyond their planned retirement. -
The nonprofit will oversee the student competition after the Indiana Historical Society ended its longtime sponsorship. -
The Republican senator wants the Indiana Supreme Court to take the case — and for the Court of Appeals to stop officials from naming Paula Copenhaver on November ballots. -
Correction officials confirmed Westville can accommodate firing squad executions as lawmakers, governor and the U.S. Justice Department push for changes to protocols. -
Andy Zay gave up his Senate seat to lead the utility commission six months ago. He will remain a commissioner. -
The Secretary of State’s office defended spending, saying staff raises were based on state compensation benchmarks. -
Parents say summer programs provide safety, structure and learning opportunities — but affordability and transportation continue to limit access across Indiana. -
Federal grants accounted for 42% of Indiana’s general revenue in fiscal year 2025, and state officials say a new public dashboard launched Monday intends to give Hoosiers a better look at how that money is spent. -
Federal approval cleared the way for Indiana to revamp hospital Medicaid payments, with larger increases going to providers that keep commercial prices lower.
