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February 4, 2026
Lawmakers weigh scope of doxxing bill after redistricting threats
The legislation would criminalize the tactic of releasing personally identifiable information with the intent to cause someone fear or harm — or encourage another person to do so.
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February 4, 2026
Lee Hamilton, towering figure in national politics with deep ties to IU, dies at 94
Lee Hamilton, a 17-term congressman serving southern Indiana, whose foreign policy expertise, reverence for democracy, and bipartisan ideals made him a towering and highly respected figure in national politics, died Wednesday. He was 94.
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February 3, 2026
Indiana bill would ease residency rules for Marion County public defenders
Marion County’s public defender office is struggling to fill long-vacant positions as a bill moving through the Indiana Statehouse seeks to ease residency requirements.
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February 5, 2026
'Hailey’s Law' and Bears Stadium key issues as session hits final stretch
Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers) discussed key legislative priorities as lawmakers head into the back half of the session. “Hailey’s Law” and a new Bears Stadium were top of the list.
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Health / February 4, 2026
Insurance companies are fining hospitals for out-of-network care. A new bill aims to stop it
Insurance companies are fining hospitals for out-of-network care, arguing that federal changes are costing them more money. A new bill aims to stop those fines and protect consumers
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Health / February 4, 2026
Lawmakers want to ensure doctors get patient consent before performing some invasive procedures
Lawmakers want to require informed patient consent for some medical procedures. A bill moving through the legislature would bring Indiana in line with federal recommendations.
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Health / January 30, 2026
Hoosier medical debt tops $2 billion. A bill offering some relief just passed the Senate
Hoosier medical debt tops $2 billion. A bill offering relief to debtors just passed the Senate and sponsors say it could deliver relief to over a million residents
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