According to a statement released Wednesday, Roswarski received his positive test results around 5 p.m. Tuesday. He will remain at home in quarantine for the next two weeks.

Indiana health care workers say they're no longer the front line of attack in the fight against COVID-19 they're the last line of defense as spread of the virus worsens.

The St. Joseph County Commissioners passed an ordinance Tuesday allowing the county health department to fine businesses violating the order between $50 and $250 for each day that the business remains out of compliance.

State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box said the percentage of cases among 18- to 30-year-olds is rising a troubling sign, she said, as colleges prepare to send students home for break.

Indiana lawmakers will take the first formal steps toward their 2021 session when they gather at the Statehouse on Tuesday for the Legislature's organizational meetings.

The governor's office Tuesday announced several members of the governor's security detail tested positive. State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box advised both Holcomb and his wife Janet to begin quarantine immediately.

Democrats proposed a House rule to require members to wear a mask while on the floor, in the hall or in committee and conducting official House business or potentially face a fine, censure or other penalty.

Leaders said Tuesday members wont be allowed to participate in committee hearings virtually. And Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers) said lawmakers must be in-person to vote on legislation.

Allen County became the latest local government in Indiana to impose such restrictions because of the pandemic after Indianapolis and Gary issued similar restrictions.

The continued stress from COVID-19 has heightened mental health problems nationwide. And some experts say that has led to an increase in drug overdoses. Now, as cases are surging in the Midwest, experts worry about the fallout.