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October 3, 2013
'Certain Amount of Nervousness' on Farm Bill
Farmers and those who depend on federally funded nutrition programs are hurting because Congress can't come to terms on a new Farm Bill.
Read MoreOctober 3, 2013
On Day 3 Of Shutdown, It's Deja Vu All Over Again
The partial shutdown continues. The two sides haven't publicly shifted their positions. So once again we turn to that sage of the baseball diamond, Yogi Berra, for the best line on the news that keeps repeating.
Read MoreOctober 2, 2013
Commission Delays Broad Ripple Project Vote Again
The Metropolitan Development Commission did not vote on a rezoning request for the mixed-use project because not enough members were present for a quorum. The proposal will be debated again October 16.
Read MoreOctober 2, 2013
Shutdown Solution? There's None To Be Seen Just Yet
The impasse continues, with no negotiations scheduled. Meanwhile, parts of the federal government remain closed. Among the latest developments: The White House says President Obama has canceled some of the stops on a trip to Asia he's set to start on Saturday.
Read MoreOctober 1, 2013
Shutdown Having No "Major" Impact On Indiana...For Now
State says it's in "a good financial position to fill the gap for now with the shutdown." But, if the shutdown drags on, that could change.
Read MoreOctober 1, 2013
Most Indiana Parks Not Affected By Shutdown
Only a handful of properties in Indiana are part of the National Parks System.
Read MoreOctober 1, 2013
Local Representatives React To Government Shutdown
With the federal government shutdown after Congress failed to agree to a budget Monday, members of Indiana's congressional delegation are pointing fingers at their opposition.
Read MoreOctober 1, 2013
Boehner's Blues: Why Would Anyone Want This Job?
John Boehner finds himself in a position he had hoped to avoid all year. With no deal on the budget, questions about whether he can effectively lead the House will only grow louder.
Read MoreOctober 1, 2013
No End In Sight As Government Shutdown Begins
With lawmakers in Washington at loggerheads over the same issues they've been arguing about for more than five years, about 800,000 federal workers are being told to stay home. Essential services will continue.
Read MoreSeptember 30, 2013
Hamilton: Congress 'A Disease' In Handling Of Potential Shutdown
The federal government is nearing toward a shutdown. "A disappointment" is what former United States Representative and Director of Indiana University's Center on Congress Lee Hamilton calls it.
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