February 13, 2024
Officials, advocates flag privacy, voter suppression concerns for election security bill
Election officials and voter advocates highlighted several issues with legislation in the Senate Elections Committee this week, including privacy concerns, potential lawsuits and voter suppression.
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What child support resources are available to parents in Indiana? One advocate shares insights
How do Hoosiers get help with child support problems and questions? Many members of our audience were curious.
Read MoreFebruary 12, 2024
Holcomb signs controversial wetland bill into law, opponents say it was fast-tracked
Because of a state law passed three years ago and the result of a recent U.S. Supreme Court case, few wetlands in Indiana are protected today.
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Senate panel advances bill to overrule local bans on dog sales at pet stores
Proponents say the legislation ensures dog breeders are held to a high standard, while allowing pet stores anywhere in the state to sell dogs. Opponents during Mondays contentious, three-hour hearing say those standards are vague and the bill undercuts local decisions.
Read MoreFebruary 12, 2024
Residents frustrated by last-minute cancellation of meeting on BP's Whiting Refinery
Though IDEM said the meeting was canceled because the School City of East Chicago didn't want the media to attend, the district said it was because members of the public tried to force their way in and that IDEM didn't provide adequate security for the meeting.
Read MoreFebruary 12, 2024
John Rust's place on U.S. Senate GOP primary ballot in Indiana Supreme Court's hands after hearing
Whether southern Indiana farmer John Rust will appear on the U.S. Senate Republican primary ballot this spring is now in the hands of the state Supreme Court.
Read MoreFebruary 10, 2024
Jefferson Shreve to run for Congress after expensive mayoral campaign
The Republican businessman joins at least four other GOP candidates vying for the seat currently held by Greg Pence.
Read MoreFebruary 9, 2024
Reading, chaplains and internet safety: Education bills reach midpoint of legislative session
From bills that aim to raise low reading scores to remedies for students using cellphones in class, lawmakers will spend the second half of session considering bills from the opposite chamber with fresh eyes and advancing initiatives with widespread support.
Read MoreFebruary 9, 2024
IDOH reports skunk rabies in southern Indiana for first time since 2004
The Indiana Department of Health is warning people to make sure their pets are up to date on their vaccinations and maintain a safe distance from wildlife following the detection of skunk rabies in southern Indiana.
Read MoreFebruary 9, 2024
Six Republican candidates file to run for governor in Indiana's most expensive primary ever
It appears Indiana's Republican primary ballot for governor this year will have six candidates after this weeks filing deadline.
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