Lawmakers gave final approval for a bill that slightly changes the state’s alert system for missing or endangered children in the wake of the disappearance and death of 17-year-old Hailey Buzbee.
Advocates gathered at the statehouse to pushback on a bill that would criminalize homelessness. They say lawmakers are writing legislation that impacts them without a seat at the table.
The Indiana House of Representatives passed a bill extending state approval for syringe services programs, adding new requirements.
During the 2024-2025 school year, 6,870 books were challenged or banned in public school districts, according to PEN America. That's more than twice as many bans as two years ago.
IPS Superintendent Aleesia Johnson says her top priority is maintaining stability for families as a new mayor-appointed board will take over large pieces of the city’s divided education system.