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June 19, 2014
Indiana Toll Road Operator Facing Debt Woes
The Spanish-Australian investor group Cintra-Macquarie paid the state $3.8 billion in 2006 for a 75-year lease of the highway, but its toll revenue hasn't met expectations.
Read MoreJune 17, 2014
Pence On Minott Departure: Change in Direction Appropriate
Gov. Mike Pence is offering little explanation about the pending departure of Family and Social Services Secretary Debra Minott, only that he wants a "change in direction."
Read MoreJune 17, 2014
Indy ReZone Plan Goes To The Public
Indianapolis is doing a comprehensive update of its zoning code for the first time in 50 years. Residents can see a draft of the changes and give input on the process, Tuesday.
Read MoreJune 17, 2014
Is Indiana's Strict Voter ID Law Disenfranchising Immigrant Voters?
Critics argue that minorities, immigrants, and the poor are less likely to have photo IDs and are effectively being disenfranchised. Proponents say the law helps prevent voting fraud.
Read MoreJune 16, 2014
Indiana to Receive Grant for Workforce Development
Indiana's Department of Workforce Development is receiving more than $1 million to build or expand a database to improve connections between workers and education.
Read MoreJune 13, 2014
Indiana Republican To Run For U.S. House Majority Whip
U.S. Rep. Marlin Stutzman has jumped into the race to become U.S. House majority whip.
Read MoreJune 5, 2014
Local Leaders Weigh In On VA Problems
A study released this week by USA Today finds waiting Indianapolis' veterans affairs hospital is 13th worst in the nation. The report comes on the heels of Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric Shinseki stepping down.
Read MoreJune 3, 2014
Obama Seeks $1 Billion To Boost U.S. Military Presence In Europe
His comments in Europe come amid simmering tensions with Russia over its actions in Ukraine.
Read MoreMay 30, 2014
Indy Cancels Cricket Tournament Contract
Indianapolis is canceling a cricket tournament planned for August due to what city leaders say is breakdown in communication with the hosting organization.
Read MoreMay 23, 2014
Additional Road Repair Funding Moves Forward
A city county council committee is recommending paying $16 million for additional emergency road repairs.
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