Articles tagged as: IPB
October 5, 2023
New data shows about 221,000 Indiana students struggle with chronic absenteeism
The Indiana Department of Education says schools across the state have an attendance problem. The department introduced new attendance data and discussed possible solutions this week at an Indiana State Board of Education meeting.
Read MoreOctober 4, 2023
Statewide broadband program encourages eligible Hoosiers to apply for high-speed internet access
A statewide broadband program is helping eligible Hoosiers receive Internet access.
Read MoreOctober 4, 2023
U.S. Rep. Jim Baird announces he will seek fourth term in Congress
U.S. Rep. Jim Baird (R-Greencastle) announced this week he will run for reelection in 2024.
Read MoreOctober 4, 2023
Some federal student loan forgiveness subject to state, county income tax
Federal student loan repayments are restarting this month, and some borrowers may be eligible for loan relief or forgiveness. Borrowers whose loans are forgiven should be aware that Indiana taxes some of those balances as income.
Read MoreOctober 3, 2023
Nurses ask for legislative support to address burnout, turnover driving higher health care cost
Nurses want lawmakers to consider how burnout and turnover lead to high health care costs for hospitals and patients. The state nurses association is advocating for a chance to be a part of the decision making process for staffing plans.
Read MoreOctober 3, 2023
Jerry Torr won't run for reelection in 2024, to retire after nearly three decades
One of the longest serving members of the Indiana House announced Tuesday he will not seek re-election next year.
Read MoreOctober 3, 2023
Report: Flood insurance 'bubbles' could harm Indiana's insurance market
More than 280,000 properties in Indiana are in whats known as a flood insurance bubble. Thats where the need for flood insurance significantly outweighs the number of properties covered.
Read MoreOctober 2, 2023
GM temporarily lays off over 30 Marion plant workers due to UAW strikes' 'negative ripple effects'
The United Auto Workers unions targeted strike strategy continues to result in the big three auto companies temporarily laying off workers as work stoppages slow production up and down the supply chain. General Motors workers at a plant in Marion are among the latest to feel the effects.
Read MoreOctober 2, 2023
Indiana attorney general sues provider over violation of consumer protection, privacy laws
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita is suing a northwest Indiana medical office over a ransomware event that put personal and protected health information at risk. The lawsuit alleges the provider was aware of security concerns before the data breach.
Read MoreOctober 2, 2023
Spartz threatens to resign if Congress doesn't study ways to reduce national debt
U.S. Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-Noblesville) is threatening to resign if Congress doesnt create a commission this year to study ways to reduce the national debt.
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