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May 22, 2014
House Passes Restrictions On NSA's Collection Of Phone Records
The measure, which now goes to the Senate, would require the National Security Agency to get permission before searching phone metadata. But critics say the bill doesn't go far enough.
Read MoreMay 20, 2014
Pence Names Stephan To IURC Post
Gov. Mike Pence has named the first woman to chair the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission.
Read MoreMay 20, 2014
Council Committee Approves TIF Funding for Projects
A City County Council committee is committing more than $7 million dollars in tax increment financing for a pair of development projects. The Metropolitan Economic Development Committee voted 5-1 in favor, Monday, in an effort to reduce blight and vacancy.
Read MoreMay 16, 2014
Amid Complaints, Lawmakers Seek More Oversight For Border Agents
Rep. Beto O'Rourke of Texas says he routinely gets complaints of Border Patrol agents' unprofessionalism or abuse. O'Rourke and his colleague say training hasn't kept up with the growth of the agency.
Read MoreMay 15, 2014
Pence Unveils New State Sponsored Health Care
HIP 2.0 will cover those making up to 138 percent of the federal poverty level.
Read MoreMay 15, 2014
FCC To Unveil Proposed Rules To Govern Internet Traffic
The suggestion last month that the FCC might let Internet providers charge companies more for faster service prompted a firestorm of protest. The commission votes Thursday to begin debate on the plan.
Read MoreMay 13, 2014
New Rules For Marion Co. Smoke Detectors
There soon will be new rules for smoke detectors in Marion County. The City County Council approved the changes, Monday.
Read MoreMay 13, 2014
5K Run To Support Summer Jobs For Teens
The Department of Public Safety is concerned with the level of youth crime in Indianapolis. So, it is hosting an inaugural event to put young people to work as a way to do something more productive with their time.
Read MoreMay 13, 2014
City County Council Approves Road Projects
The Department of Public Works says there are $24 million in emergency road repairs needed in Indianapolis because of the harsh winter. Monday, the City County Council approved money to pay for a third of those projects.
Read MoreMay 9, 2014
State's April Tax Revenue Better Than Expected
Indiana's April tax revenues performed better than expected last month. Yet, with two more months left in the fiscal year, the state isn't meeting its total target.
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