Lab-grown meat labeling bill baffles Senate committee, changes likely
An Indiana Senate committee skeptical of lab-grown meat advanced labeling legislation Monday in an 8-1 vote, with edits expected on the chamber’s floor.
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China slaps extra tariffs of up to 15% on imports of major U.S. farm exports
China announced Tuesday it will impose additional tariffs of up to 15% on imports of key U.S. farm products, including chicken, pork, soy and beef.
Senate will vote on confirming leader for education agency Trump has vowed to close
Linda McMahon would face the competing tasks of winding down the Education Department while also escalating efforts to achieve Trump’s agenda.
Auto dealership settlements bring hundreds of thousands of dollars in restitution
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita’s office reached settlements with dealers in Indianapolis, Warsaw and Boone and LaGrange counties.
Some businesses fear for future of federal program in wake of judge’s partial blockage
The plaintiffs, Mid-America Milling Co. of Jeffersonville and Bagshaw Trucking Inc. of Memphis, claim in their suit that the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program has resulted in reverse discrimination against them.
Treasury ends enforcement of business database meant to stop shell companies
President Donald Trump praised the suspension of enforcement of the rule and said the database is “outrageous and invasive.”
US Supreme Court won’t hear a challenge to IU’s bias reporting policy
Speech First, a group of conservative college students, alleged that Indiana University’s bias-response team stifled speech on campus by allowing anonymous reports about things that appear prejudiced or demeaning.
Evansville councilwoman, who is an attorney, charged with fraud and falsifying election document
Attorney Tanisha Carothers, who was selected by a Democratic caucus to fill a council vacancy in the 4th Ward, was arrested Tuesday and entered a plea of not guilty on Wednesday.
Indianapolis man sentenced to 20 years after impregnating 14-year-old girl
Larry Goldsmith, 26, was sentenced by U.S. District Court Judge Matthew P. Brookman in Indianapolis.
Where do federal funding cuts leave Indiana?
The state of Indiana receives more than $20 billion from the federal government annually and is the third-most reliant state on federal funding, according to one study.
Some counties’ homeowners burdened with disproportionate share of property tax
Lake County officials are pointing to new data showing that homeowners have taken on an unfair share of property taxes in at least nine counties.
Braun executive orders seek to limit misuse of unemployment benefits
For eligible Hoosiers on unemployment, Gov. Mike Braun said he wants the state’s unemployment program to provide more job assistance support and become a “springboard” for opportunity.
Judge finds mass firings of federal probationary workers were likely unlawful
The judge ordered the Office of Personnel Management to inform certain federal agencies that it had no authority to order the firings of probationary employees.
Law school project finds slavery citations still being used today
The Citing Slavery Project at Michigan State University found that more than 7,000 direct citations of slavery-law precedents continue to guide lawyers and judges.
Lake County judge suspended without pay for repeatedly sexually harassing court employees
While a majority of the Indiana Supreme Court justices agreed with the punishment, two said they believed Lake Superior Court Judge Calvin Hawkins should be removed from office.
Tampons, adult diapers exempt from sales tax in Indiana budget proposal
Indiana is one of 20 states that currently tax such feminine products.
The Closer: A Q&A with Brian Heaton, partner at Krieg DeVault
Brian Heaton grew up as the son of an accountant. Exposure to his father’s work inspired an interest in business that led him to become a mergers and acquisitions attorney focused on health care and family businesses.
Call to amend congressional term limits into Constitution gains ground in Indiana
Last year, the Indiana House passed a resolution but it didn’t get a Senate hearing. This year, the Senate has jumped into the fray, passing a resolution despite bipartisan opposition.
Trump plans tariffs on Mexico and Canada for Tuesday, while doubling existing 10% tariffs on China
The prospect of escalating tariffs has already thrown the global economy into turmoil — with consumers expressing fears about inflation worsening.
Senate committee recommends Lori Chavez-DeRemer’s confirmation as Trump’s labor secretary
Members of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor & Pensions voted 13-9 to recommend Chavez-DeRemer ‘s confirmation by the full Senate.