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Pacers lose to Cavaliers 126-104 dwindling series lead to 2-1
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Cleveland Cavaliers beat Indiana 126-104, to cut the Pacers' lead to 2-1 in the Eastern Conference semifinals of the NBA basketball playoffs in Indianapolis.
23h ago
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IU Indianapolis joins list of 187 institutions nationwide with top research status
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Indiana University Indianapolis recently received a Research 1 status from the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education a designation only awarded to 187 premier research institutions in the United States.
on Feb 15
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New affordable housing project opens on Indy's south east side
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The Southeast Neighborhood Development Corporation announced the completion of The Bridgeman, a new affordable housing project on the near south east side.
on Fri, 9PM
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Indiana School for the Deaf, School for the Blind and Visually Impaired get 5 percent budget cut
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Lawmakers celebrated after they said they protected K-12 education funding above all else as they faced a $2 billion budget shortfall. But the Indiana School for the Deaf saw its funding slashed by 5 percent.
on Fri, 8PM
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IU trustee candidates ask Whitten to break silence after Braun gets control of board
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Pleas and criticism grow as Gov. Mike Braun has full control over the Indiana University Board of Trustees, but one voice has been silent.
on Fri, 8PM
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Union Schools sues Gov. Mike Braun over law forcing district closure
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Union Schools is suing the state to block a new law it says is unconstitutional and would force the district to shut down by 2027.
on Thu, 10PM
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More than $35 million in funding for Indianapolis infrastructure projects announced
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The Indianapolis Metropolitan Planning Organization distributes annual federal transportation funds for projects including bridges, roundabouts and trails.
on Thu, 10PM
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Festival celebrates Asian American Pacific Islander culture in Indy
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Asian Fest returns this weekend, an event for Hoosiers to learn and celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) cultures.
on Thu, 9PM
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Trump administration gives layoff notices to environmental justice staff at regional EPA
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All 18 environmental justice employees at the regional Environmental Protection Agency office in Chicago have received layoff notices. It's part of the Trump administration's efforts to close EPA environmental justice offices around the country.
on Thu, 9PM
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Advocacy groups, college student sue Indiana over new law banning student IDs at polling places
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Two voter and civic advocacy groups and an Indiana University student are suing the state over a new law that bans the use of student IDs for voting.
on Thu, 9PM
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Indianapolis metro among worst in air quality, American Lung Association report shows
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The American Lung Association warns that air pollution is worsening as EPA looks to rollback regulations.
on Thu, 6PM
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Over $3 million in federal funding for Perry teachers’ bonus pay in jeopardy after grant terminated
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Grant funding that supported bonuses for effective teachers at MSD Perry Township schools, as well as literacy positions at the district, is at risk due to the Trump administrations cuts to federal funding seen to support diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.
on Thu, 6PM
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Advocate: Legislative changes to services for Deaf children reveals lack of community engagement
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Lawmakers made several changes this session to how the state delivers services to deaf and hard-of-hearing children. Advocates said they weren't included throughout the process, leading to a bill they say favors oral and spoken language education.
on Thu, 3PM
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City to offer energy assistance to nonprofits through new thrive program
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Nonprofits in Indianapolis can now apply for energy assistance from the Office of Sustainability.
on Wed, 9PM
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Federal funding for Indiana water, sewer upgrades cut under Trump's proposed budget
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President Donald Trump's proposed budget would cut more than half of the Environmental Protection Agency's funding.
on Wed, 9PM
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Haliburton's 3-pointer with 1.1 seconds left gives Pacers a win over Cavs and 2-0 series lead
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Tyrese Haliburton made a 3-pointer with 1.1 seconds remaining and the Indiana Pacers scored the final eight points Tuesday night to take a 2-0 lead in their Eastern Conference semifinals series.
on Wed, 9PM
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Construction begins on $4.5 billion Eli Lilly facility in Lebanon
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The new research and development site will combine research, process development and clinical trial manufacturing capabilities into one plant.
on Wed, 3PM
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Wrongful death lawsuit filed by mother of Dreasjon Reed settled
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The wrongful death lawsuit filed in June 2020 named the city, the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department's chief and deputy chief, and the officer who fatally shot Dreasjon Reed.
on Wed, 2PM
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Expert: Cuts to 'historic' investment may thwart efforts to tackle Indiana's public health issues
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Indiana's "historic" public health funding was scaled back in the final version of the state budget going from $100 million to just $40 million appropriated for the Health First Indiana initiative. One expert said public health programs take years to build and this decrease could stall...
on Wed, 2PM
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Want to help shape how IPS and charter schools work together? Parents can apply now
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The IPS superintendent is appointing two parents to the board: one whose child attends a traditional IPS school, and one whose child attends a charter school that partners with the district.
on Wed, 10AM
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Gov. Braun signed these new education laws. Here's how they change Indiana's K-12 schools
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New laws passed by Indiana lawmakers will reshape school funding, accountability, literacy rules and more starting July 1.
on Tue, 10PM
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West Lafayette city council hears pushback as they approve rezoning for new manufacturing plant
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A controversial rezoning plan was approved for a new chip manufacturing plant in West Lafayette this week.
on Tue, 9PM
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Boarding flights, entering government buildings more difficult without Real ID as deadline hits
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It may become more difficult to board commercial flights or enter some federal buildings beginning Wednesday without what's called a Real ID.
on Tue, 8PM
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Newborn tax credit failed to pass this session. Here's what advocates have to say
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A proposal to give eligible families a $500 tax credit for newborns failed to pass this legislative session. Advocates continue to push for the tax credit they say will improve Hoosiers' financial stability and health.
on Mon, 9PM
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What energy, environment legislation from the 2025 session is now law?
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The need for power for AI data centers coming into Indiana prompted a lot of bills this session. Lawmakers were also concerned with all things water from long-haul water pipelines to stormwater running off of construction sites.
on Mon, 8PM
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Individual disaster relief applications available for Hoosiers affected by storms in 24 counties
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The State Disaster Relief Fund provides money to people for damage to their homes or property that isn't covered by insurance.
on Mon, 8PM
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Ivy Tech ends free summer classes for high schoolers after state budget cuts
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Ivy Tech Community College is eliminating a popular program due to financial concerns after the state approved a new budget that cut about 5% of the colleges state funding.
on Mon, 2PM
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Local NPR and PBS stations reel as Indiana funding ends, federal aid targeted
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Nearly $13 million in total state and federal public funding accounts for about 30% of the combined budgets of Indianas public media stations, according to a WFYI analysis of budget and funding data.
on Mon, 10AM
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WFYI, IPB win journalism awards from Indiana Society of Professional Journalists
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WFYI and Indiana Public Broadcasting news staff earned 11 awards Friday from the Indiana Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists for best radio, television, online and multiplatform coverage.
on May 3
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'We want to hear you say it': Clergy call on Braun for stronger denouncement of Beckwith
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Indiana clergy continue to denounce Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith's statements about the Three-Fifths Compromise and call on the governor to take a stronger stand. They say Gov. Mike Braun's response so far has been "woefully inadequate."
on May 2
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Indiana Humanities gets up to $250,000 in emergency relief following DOGE cuts
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Indiana Humanities will receive up to $250,000 in emergency funds, after $15 million in emergency funding was awarded to the Federation of State Humanities Councils by the Mellon Foundation.
on May 2
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Indianapolis charter schools set to grow with mayor's board approval of new campuses
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The Indianapolis Charter School Board approved expansion plans for Indiana Math and Science Academy and Victory College Prep, and advanced a proposal for a new downtown law-themed charter school.
on May 2
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Indiana to begin issuing speeding fines via highway work zone cameras
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The state of Indiana will soon issue fines to speeding drivers via its highway work zone speed cameras for the first time.
on May 2
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Trump says he's ending federal funding for NPR and PBS. They say he can't
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In an executive order, President Trump directs the Corporation for Public Broadcasting to stop funding NPR and PBS. They say he can't. PBS chief Paula Kerger calls it "blatantly unlawful".
on May 2
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Education Department stops $1 billion in funding for school mental health
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Congress created the grants in the aftermath of the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. The goal was to help schools hire mental health professionals, including counselors and social workers.
on May 1
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Indiana's coal ash ponds are safe from April's floods, but still pose a risk
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Fortunately, the Indiana Department of Environmental Management said it didn't receive any reports of damage to the state's coal ash ponds. But many of those ponds are in the floodplain, putting them at greater risk for spills.
on May 1
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Public retirees will get 13th check in 2025, but a lower amount than usual
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More than 100,000 retired public employees in Indiana will receive an additional benefit this year known as the 13th check. But lawmakers reduced the amount of that extra benefit by about 5 percent.
on May 1
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Carmel Christkindlmarkt CEO resigns, former board chair sues mayor for defamation
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The president and CEO of Carmel Christkindlmarkt, Maria Adele Rosenfeld, resigned from her role. On the same day, former Christkindlmarkt Board Chair Susan McDermott filed a defamation lawsuit against the city of Carmel and its mayor.
on May 1
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Ivy Tech names Kentucky schools leader Marty Pollio as next president
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Marty Pollio, superintendent of Jefferson County Public Schools in Louisville, Kentucky, has been named the next president of Ivy Tech Community College.
on Apr 30
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Gov. Mike Braun says he doesn't like Micah Beckwith's comments about Three-Fifths Compromise
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Gov. Mike Braun said he doesn't like that Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith recently called the Three-Fifths Compromise a "great move."
on Apr 30
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Braun says 'nothing got hammered' in budget cuts, defends slashing local public health funding
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Gov. Mike Braun said his first 100 days in office has been a "wonderful opening act" while reflecting Wednesday on a legislative session in which the state budget saw major cuts and property tax reform that didn't go as far as Braun wanted.
on Apr 30
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Mastery-based education pilot sent to governor — without option to suspend collective bargaining
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Indiana lawmakers approved a measure that would, in part, allow schools that undergo a mastery-based pilot program to suspend certain state regulations.
on Apr 30
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Haliburton and Pacers eliminate Bucks from playoffs, closing OT with 8-0 run to win 119-118
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Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers stole one from the Milwaukee Bucks. Indiana forced two turnovers in the final 29 seconds of overtime, and Haliburton blew past Giannis Antetokounmpo for the go-ahead layup with 1.3 seconds left to give the Pacers a 119-118 victory and a 4-1 series win.
on Apr 30
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New tactical urbanism projects targets three Indy neighborhoods
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A new tactical urbanism project is set up along a busy cross section of streets in Indianapolis neighborhoods.
on Apr 30
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Local groups want an apology after Lt. Governor Micah Beckwith made comments defending the 1787 Three-Fifths Compromise, arguing it helped end slavery.
on Apr 29
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People with disabilities have consistently had to overcome additional barriers in order to obtain affordable and accessible housing through the Indianapolis Housing Agency.
on Apr 29
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Despite 'dispensing fee' policy concerns, pharmacy benefit manager reform sent to governor
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The final version of a pharmacy benefit manager reform bill received approval from lawmakers but some raised concerns that a policy in the legislation would increase drug costs for Hoosiers.
on Apr 29
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First Lady Maureen Braun launches fundraising program for Dolly Parton Imagination Library
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Indiana First Lady Maureen Braun is launching a fundraising initiative to keep the Dolly Parton Imagination Library going statewide. It comes more than two months after Gov. Mike Braun tasked his wife with keeping the program alive.
on Apr 29
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Biggest bills of 2025 — property tax reform and state budget — will have ripple effects for years
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The two top priority bills this legislative session will have huge impacts on the financial futures of state and local governments, and many Indiana residents.
on Apr 29
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Anti-Jewish harassment and vandalism on the rise, say community leaders
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A third of reported antisemitic incidents impacted the Indianapolis Jewish community, according to data from the Anti-Defamation League.
on Apr 29