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Outside Groups Push for Redistricting
November 14, 2025
National conservative interest groups launch pro-redistricting campaign in Indiana. Local leaders gather to draw attention to funding shortfalls as a result of property tax relief legislation. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stops in Fort Wayne.
Uncertainty for Hoosiers on SNAP
November 7, 2025
Uncertainty for the 570,000 Hoosiers who rely on SNAP. Todd Rokita sues Indianapolis Public Schools for refusing access to ICE agents without a warrant. Nearly 4% of third grade students must repeat the year after failing to pass a reading test.
A Special Session on Redistricting
October 31, 2025
Governor Braun calls a special session to redraw congressional maps in favor of Republicans. A freeze on new childcare vouchers will be in place for at least one year. The Lieutenant Governor campaigns door-to-door against an Avon school referendum.
Data Center Opposition
October 24, 2025
Data centers generate opposition across the state. Competing political rallies draw thousands of Hoosiers. Purdue researchers explore Amelia Earhart’s 1937 disappearance.
Federal Shutdown Threatens Food Aid
October 17, 2025
The shutdown threatens food programs. U.S. border czar Tom Homan visits the statehouse and praises local law enforcement. Indiana University announces the end of all print editions of its student newspaper on the same day it fires its Director of Student Media.
V.P. Vance Returns in Redistricting Push
October 10, 2025
V.P. Vance returns to Indiana in a renewed push for redistricting. Governor Braun blamed Democrats for Fox Sports personality Mark Sanchez’s attack in Indianapolis, then deleted his comments once the analyst was charged. The results of the IEDC audit.
The Indiana Impact of the Federal Shutdown
October 3, 2025
The impact of the federal shutdown on Indiana’s 24,000 federal employees. Health care premiums through the ACA may double if extended credits are not approved. Purdue University cancels their GEAR UP program aimed at low-income students.
Professor Sues For Wrongful Termination
September 26, 2025
A Ball State professor sues for wrongful termination on first amendment grounds after being ousted over a post critical of Charlie Kirk. A proposed solution to data center rate hikes. Governor Braun to release the results of an audit on the IEDC.
Buttigieg Speaks Against Redistricting
September 19, 2025
Pete Buttigieg speaks at a rally against redistricting. Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith proposes a pause on the state sales tax amid soaring utility bills. The Indiana Department of Corrections receives $16 million to convert the Miami facility for ICE use.
A Women and Minority Contracts Waiver
September 12, 2025
Indiana seeks a waiver to women and minority contracts rules. Secretary of Public Safety Jennifer-Ruth Green resigns amid an ethics investigation. A new statewide campaign to encourage independent candidates for public office.
Child Care Cuts From the FSSA
September 5, 2025
Governor Braun appoints Abby Gray to the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission. The FSSA cuts voucher reimbursement rates for child care. Public meetings to discuss moving all municipal elections to presidential or mid-term elections.
Indiana Republicans Visit the White House
August 29, 2025
Indiana Republicans visit the White House amid a pressure campaign on redistricting. Education Secretary Katie Jenner to oversee colleges and universities. The US Department of Justice sends a letter requesting access to sensitive voter information.
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