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January 15, 2026
Nuclear power legislation would cut Indiana's oversight from state law
Indiana has no commercial nuclear power plants, according to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
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January 15, 2026
The Marion County jail reached capacity and will no longer hold people for ICE beyond 48 hours
Sheriff Kerry Forestal said the jail reached capacity as a result of 175 people convicted of state crimes awaiting transfer to state prison facilities and could result in a budgetary shortfall of around $2.7 million for the office.
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January 15, 2026
Blocking TikTok? Indiana lawmakers want to restrict kids' social media use
Legislation that would severely limit the ability of children in Indiana to access social media accounts passed its first legislative hurdle on Wednesday. The move comes amid growing concerns about social media’s impact on children’s health.
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January 16, 2026
Bill targets fraud and abuse in Indiana welfare systems. Some worry it would impact eligible Hoosiers
Senate Republicans have introduced a bill that aims to target fraud and abuse in Indiana’s welfare programs. Some of it puts the state in line with new federal requirements, but some Democrats worry it could cut eligible Hoosiers from benefits aimed at helping them.
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Gov. Braun focuses on affordability issues, ignores redistricting at State of the State address
January 14, 2026
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Andrea Hunley won't seek Senate reelection, fueling speculation about run for Indianapolis mayor
Hunley did not reveal her future plans in a Friday statement, but there has been ongoing speculation she'll join the race for Indianapolis mayor in 2027.
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The Marion County jail reached capacity and will no longer hold people for ICE beyond 48 hours
Sheriff Kerry Forestal said the jail reached capacity as a result of 175 people convicted of state crimes awaiting transfer to state prison facilities and could result in a budgetary shortfall of around $2.7 million for the office.
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Local News / January 8, 2026
Hundreds rally in Indianapolis after fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered at Monument Circle to protest the killing of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent, challenging the stance of Indiana state leaders who support federal immigration enforcement.
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