Chambers releases detailed economy plan in gubernatorial bid
He said a growing the economy would, in turn, reduce government and shrink taxes even if his proposals include plans for growth in the short term.
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Supreme Court appears receptive to NRA free-speech lawsuit against a former New York state official
The NRA is suing former New York State Department of Financial Services superintendent Maria Vullo, who the group says used her regulatory power to economically punish the group for its gun-rights stance in violation of the First Amendment.
State Sen. Jean Breaux issues farewell-like statement amid ongoing health issues
The Democratic senator from Indianapolis said that “after a hard-fought battle with my health, the time has come for me to focus on enjoying the time I have left surrounded by my loved ones.”
Holcomb vetoes antisemitism compromise, signs bill weakening public access counselor
Gov. Eric Holcomb opted to issue his first—and only—veto of the session on House Bill 1002, a proposal to further define antisemitism, particularly in academic settings, citing concerns with a compromise reached in the final hours of session.
U.S. Supreme Court declines to hear appeal of Indiana couple who lost custody of transgender child
The U.S. Supreme Court declined Monday to hear the case of Indiana parents who were appealing the state’s decision to remove their transgender teen from their home.
UPDATE: Supreme Court seems favorable to Biden administration efforts to combat social media posts
The Supreme Court seemed likely Monday to side with the Biden administration in a dispute with Republican-led states over how far the federal government can go to combat controversial social media posts on topics including COVID-19 and election security.
Legislature bans sister-city agreements with ‘foreign adversaries’
Indiana lawmakers this year slipped a new prohibition blocking locals from joining cooperative agreements with communities in six “foreign adversary” countries into a bill that originally dealt with property taxes.
Indiana Supreme Court sends double-jeopardy, child-death case back to appellate court
The Indiana Supreme Court sent a double-jeopardy, child-death case back to the appellate court on Friday in light of a recent decision that clarifies what constitutes being charged more than once for the same crime.
Indianapolis attorney’s law license on probationary status after rules violations
The Indiana Supreme Court issued disciplinary orders Friday for three attorneys, including an Indianapolis attorney whose license to practice law was put on probation for six violations of Indiana Professional Conduct Rules.
Steuben Circuit Judge Allen N. Wheat takes medical leave
The Indiana Supreme Court has appointed a temporary judge to fill in for Steuben Circuit Court Judge Allen N. Wheat, who is taking a medical leave of absence.
Gubernatorial candidate Jamie Reitenour lambasts debate, forum hosts for exclusion
A March 11 debate in Carmel was the first to include all six candidates seeking the Republican nomination for Indiana govenor. Reitenour wasn’t included in an October forum, December’s legislative conference nor in a January forum and she is concerned she won’t be included in future events.
The inside story of a rotten Hewlett Packard deal to be told in trial of fallen British tech star
The criminal trial in San Francisco federal court revolves around HP’s acquisition of British software maker Autonomy, a deal that was celebrated as coup when it was announced in 2011, only to blow up into a costly debacle.
Holcomb signs bill killing Gary’s gunmaker lawsuit, but two others hang in the balance
Two pieces of legislation remain unsigned—one defining and banning antisemitism within the Hoosier public education system and another constraining the state’s public access chief.
Fulton County DA Fani Willis must step aside or remove special prosecutor in Trump case, judge says
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis must step aside from the Georgia election interference case against Donald Trump or remove the special prosecutor with whom she had a romantic relationship before the case can proceed, the judge overseeing it ruled Friday.
Indiana law regulating AI usage in elections takes effect
The law requires that candidates include a disclaimer when a political ad includes the use of generative AI, and it creates a path for legal action when candidates believe they are misrepresented.
Cohen & Malad takes medical device lawsuit to trial in New Jersey
Indianapolis-based law firm Cohen & Malad LLP has taken a lawsuit to trial in New Jersey that alleges a medical device used to repair hernias causes life-threatening complications and says the case will be a bellwether for dozens of other lawsuits filed against the device’s makers.
College officials brace for new laws on ‘intellectual diversity’ and more
State lawmakers approved a slew of new laws affecting Indiana’s colleges and universities during the 2024 legislative session — but questions remain about how some of those measures will be implemented.
New Indiana law aims to elevate civic engagement among high school students
Under Senate Enrolled Act 211, the Indiana Department of Education will create a designation for excellence in civic engagement, which high school students can earn and put on their transcript.
Judge blocks U.S. Senate hopeful John Rust’s latest attempt to access GOP primary ballot
Marion Superior Court Judge Kurt Eisgruber said in his ruling that the Indiana Election Commission properly interpreted the state’s political party affiliation statute when it voted in favor of Rust’s six campaign challengers during a meeting last month.
Holcomb casts doubts on antisemitism ban, signs happy hour bill
Gov. Eric Holcomb indicated the last-day compromise House and Senate lawmakers struck on the antisemitism bill may be crumbling.