Indiana lawmakers consider public camping ban
Indiana lawmakers are considering a ban on street camping, a move opponents say would criminalize homelessness and create additional barriers for those living unsheltered.
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How Elon Musk’s crusade against government could benefit Tesla
Elon Musk has long railed against the U.S. government, saying a crushing number of federal investigations and safety programs have stymied Tesla, his electric car company, and its efforts to create fleets of robotaxis and other self-driving automobiles.
Migrants stranded in Mexico try to restart life after Trump eliminates legal pathway to US
As part of a broader immigration crackdown, President Donald Trump’s administration quickly canceled all appointments people had made through a U.S. government app.
Indianapolis financing company sues dealership for alleged breach of contract, seeks $330K
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An Indianapolis vehicle inventory financing company is suing a Florida-based dealership for more than $330,000 after it allegedly breached a contract between the two businesses.
Opinions February 10, 2025
Indiana Court of Appeals
Akeem Eichelburger v. State of Indiana
24A-CR-906
Criminal. Reverses Akeem Eichelburger’s conviction in Marion Superior Court for carrying a handgun without a license. Finds the trial court abused its discretion in granting the state’s request for a mistrial when no manifest necessity warranted a mistrial. Also finds Eichelburger’s second trial violated his rights under the Fifth Amendment to the United States Constitution and Indiana Code Section 35-41-4-3(a)(2)(iv) to be free from procedural double jeopardy. Attorneys for appellant: Talisha Griffin, Joshua Vincent. Attorneys for appellee: Attorney General Todd Rokita, Deputy Attorney General Steven Hosler.
Bill to establish family recovery court fund advances out of IN House judiciary committee
A bill that would establish a state family recovery court fund is heading to the floor of the Indiana House of Representatives after unanimously passing through committee Monday.
Third judge blocks Trump’s order ending birthright citizenship for kids of people in US illegally
A third federal judge on Monday blocked President Donald Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship for the children of people who are in the U.S. illegally.
Almost $30M spent lobbying Indiana General Assembly last year
Multi-national corporations, home-grown companies, industry groups, advocacy organizations, local government, lobbying firms and others collectively spent nearly $30 million attempting to influence Hoosier lawmakers, their family members and legislative employees last year.
Trump says he will announce 25% steel and aluminum tariffs
President Donald Trump said he will announce on Monday that the United States will impose 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports, including from Canada and Mexico, as well as other import duties later in the week.
Republican leaders cast doubt on new state tax relief
Despite being a top priority for new Indiana Gov. Mike Braun, Republican leaders in the General Assembly seem to be taking a more cautious approach to new state tax relief in budget discussions.
Supreme Court that Trump helped shape could have the last word on his aggressive executive orders
President Donald Trump will need the Supreme Court, with three justices he appointed, to enable the most aggressive of the many actions he has taken in just the first few weeks of his second White House term.
Bill expanding corporation counsel eligibility advances out of IN Senate committee
The Indiana Senate’s Local Government Committee unanimously approved a bill Thursday that would expand the pool of attorneys eligible to serve as corporation counsel for Indiana counties.
Bernard sues Indiana State Health Commissioner over release of terminated pregnancy reports
Dr. Caitlin Bernard and another board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist are suing the Indiana State Health Commissioner and the nonprofit Voices for Life, Inc., arguing that terminated pregnancy reports should not be disclosed under Indiana’s Access to Public Records Act.
Opinions February 7, 2025
Indiana Court of Appeals
Vernon L. Eversole v. State of Indiana
24A-CR-864
Criminal. Affirms a Vigo Superior Court jury’s conviction of Vernon Eversole for murder and reverses his conviction for Level 2 felony attempted robbery. Finds Eversole has established that the trial court violated his substantive double jeopardy rights when the court entered its judgment of conviction for both murder and Level 2 felony attempted robbery. Also finds that the proper remedy is to vacate the conviction for attempted robbery. Finally, finds Eversole’s aggregate sentence remains unchanged. Judge Elaine Brown dissents with a separate opinion. Attorney for appellant: Cara Wieneke. Attorneys for appellee: Attorney General Todd Rokita, Supervising Deputy Attorney General George Sherman.
Indiana House approves cremation alternative
Indiana’s House of Representatives on Thursday approved a water-based cremation alternative despite religious pushback.
Committee passes apprenticeship framework bill, strikes enrollment quota
Lawmakers this week advanced legislation that would require the state to establish a plan to develop stackable credentials for high school students—aligning with a similar effort outside the Indiana Statehouse to expand the ecosystem of apprenticeship opportunities.
US border czar blames leaks for hindering immigration raids in Colorado suburb spotlighted by Trump
Donald Trump’s border czar on Thursday blamed news media leaks for hindering a large-scale operation in a Denver suburb the president has held up in his efforts to link violent crime with immigration.
13 states to sue over DOGE access to government payment systems containing personal data
Democratic attorneys general in several states vowed Thursday to file a lawsuit to stop Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency from accessing federal payment systems containing Americans’ sensitive personal information.
Judge temporarily blocks Trump plan offering incentives for federal workers to resign
The ruling came hours before the midnight deadline for them to apply for the deferred resignation program.
Opinions February 6, 2025
Indiana Court of Appeals
Leesa A. Gatton v. Robert D. Gatton
24A-DN-716
Domestic relations without children. Grants in part and denies in part Leesa Garton’s petition for rehearing of the state appellate court’s opinion in Gatton v. Gatton. The court grants the wife’s petition in part and revise the order in part to read as follows: “The trial court gave the parties until November 27 to submit proposed findings. Both parties did so.” And revises to read as follows: “But neither Husband’s nor Wife’s proposed findings mentioned the IRA.” These revisions do not affect the original outcome, the court noted. Also, denies wife’s petition in part that the appellate court should remand so that the trial court can revamp its findings regarding the husband’s pension and award her a greater share of the marital estate. Attorney for appellant: Daniel Borgmann. No attorney listed for appellee.