As a new tornado season begins, Illinois officials say they need more help from the federal government, and Sens. Kirk and Durbin have reintroduced a bill proposing changes to the disaster formula.

Revenue topped $1.02 billion last month - about 1.4 percent more than estimates released last December. That's also 11.6 percent more than in March 2013.

The Indianapolis Department of Public Works says aging infrastructure makes flooding a challenge during heavy rains. Communications Director Lesley Gordon says floods have rerouted traffic and crews are out trying to clean up any issues.

School-sponsored prayer was banned by the Supreme Court more than 50 years ago. New laws in several states, however, would allow students to offer their own prayers, even at official school functions.

The Metropolitan Development Commission is backing a plan to use Tax Increment Financing to pay for renovations at Tarkington Park. This is welcomed news for those who live and work in the neighborhood around 39th and Illinois streets.

What may seem like bad news from the central bank chief - "the recovery still feels like a recession to many Americans" - was good news to investors trying to gauge the Fed's next move. Here's why.

Administration officials say that anyone who leaves an email on the website will be entitled to an extension to purchase health insurance after tonight's midnight deadline has passed.

Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard says since the Cultural Trail opened, it has resulted in $100 million of new investment. He told a U.S. Senate Committee that is why it is key for cities to continue to receive federal funding.

Arranging face-time with members of Congress and their staffs is such a challenge that businesses in Washington exist to do nothing other than try to schedule meetings.

Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard is laying out his long term vision for the city.
He released his Live Indy Strategic Plan, Tuesday.