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Changes to the Bail System on the Ballot
February 20, 2026
Changes to Indiana’s bail system will be on the ballot in November, as lawmakers seek to broaden a judge’s authority to deny bail. Lawmakers create a Stadium Finance Authority to help secure a possible new home for the Chicago Bears. Cambodian national Lorth Sim dies in ICE custody at the Miami Correctional Facility. Host Jill Sheridan is joined by Republican Chris Mitchem, Political Analyst Elise Shrock, Niki Kelly of the Indiana Capital Chronicle, and Laura Merrifield Wilson of the University of Indianapolis to debate and discuss this week’s top stories.
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Hailey Buzbee’s Death Sparks Change
February 13, 2026
The disappearance and death of Fishers teenager Hailey Buzbee prompts changes to the Amber...
State Police to Enforce Federal Policy
February 6, 2026
A bill to align state and local law enforcement with federal immigration policy. Students walk...
National Guard May Expand Policing Powers
January 30, 2026
The National Guard can make arrests in certain cases. A new bill may expand these powers.
Abortion Restrictions Target Providers
January 23, 2026
New abortion restrictions target in-state and out-of-state providers and add reporting requirements....
Braun Gives His Second State of the State
January 16, 2026
Gov. Braun gives his second State of the State address, focusing this year on affordability...
Lawmakers Return for Part 2 of Session
January 9, 2026
Lawmakers return to Indy for part 2 of the 2026 session after defeating redistricting proposals...
A Look Ahead at Indiana in 2026
December 30, 2025
We look ahead at some of the biggest themes emerging in 2026. Lawmakers will attempt to tackle...
A Look Back at 2025 in Indiana Politics
December 26, 2025
A look back at 2025 in Indiana politics. Governor Braun makes significant changes to state...
Gov. Braun Names New Members to the IURC
December 19, 2025
Governor Braun names three new members to the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission. Recommended...
GOP Redistricting Map Passed by Committee
December 5, 2025
The House GOP passes a new redistricting map through committee with a goal of diluting Democratic...
A Look Back at Immigration Policy
November 25, 2025
A look back at immigration policy changes in 2025. A push from Attorney General Todd Rokita...
A Peek at the 2026 Legislative Session
November 21, 2025
Organization Day offers a peek at the 2026 legislative session. Indiana University considers...
Outside Groups Push for Redistricting
November 14, 2025
National conservative interest groups launch pro-redistricting campaign in Indiana. Local leaders...
Uncertainty for Hoosiers on SNAP
November 7, 2025
Uncertainty for the 570,000 Hoosiers who rely on SNAP. Todd Rokita sues Indianapolis Public...
A Special Session on Redistricting
October 31, 2025
Governor Braun calls a special session to redraw congressional maps in favor of Republicans....
Data Center Opposition
October 24, 2025
Data centers generate opposition across the state. Competing political rallies draw thousands...
Federal Shutdown Threatens Food Aid
October 17, 2025
The shutdown threatens food programs. U.S. border czar Tom Homan visits the statehouse and...
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