Supermajority serves fringe, not mainstream
Without so much as a committee vote, Indiana's legislative leaders have once again caved to the fringes of their own party and killed a bill that deserved serious consideration.
Category Archives: Indiana
Voter approval of Hoosier U.S. senators falls in poll
Hoosiers apparently liked their two U.S. senators less at the end of 2017 than they did at the beginning of the year, according to a national pollster.
Letter: Representatives must stand against Trump’s racist remarks
President Trump's recent comments about immigration are troubling and clearly run counter to the ethos that has been the hallmark of American society almost from its beginnings. According to lawmakers who were in the meeting with Trump, the president used vile, profane language to describe immigrants from Haiti and Africa and then added that the United States should have more immigrants from Norway .
Redistricting ‘baby step’ advances
The Senate Elections Committee voted unanimously Monday to set further guidelines for redistricting maps - a small practical step rather than the overhaul that many sought.
Indiana governor pledges – transparent’ child agency review
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb pledged in his State of the State address Tuesday night to conduct a "transparent" review of the Department of Child Services, but offered little more than platitudes about an agency that his critics say is enveloped in crisis. "In recent weeks, the Department of Child Services has been the subject of headlines," the Republican said.
Year in state politics full of drama, intrigue
It's time for my top 10 state and local stories of 2017. Yes, we know there were a lot of national events taking place, but we focus on local and politics here.
Senator Todd Young Announces Nominees for United States Service Academies
U.S. Senator Todd Young announced U.S. service academy nominations for 43 exemplary high school senior candidates from across Indiana. Nominees were selected by an advisory board chosen by Senator Young.
Indiana National Guard unit honored ahead of deployment
That's something he's getting ready to do when he ships out to Kuwait with the 38th Sustainment Brigade for his third international deployment. But Weeks' departure from his family was made a little easier Tuesday evening after receiving a rousing sendoff from family, friends and elected officials wishing him well before the mission.
Opioid program funding to be topic in upcoming session
B ills providing resources to address the opioid crisis plaguing Indiana communities will likely receive little debate and strong support during the upcoming short session of the Indiana General Assembly, Columbus legislators say. That's because narcotic addiction threatens the state in ways ranging from public safety to workforce development and education, said State Sen. Greg Walker, R-Columbus.
Keith Cooper sues over wrongful conviction
A Chicago man pardoned after spending nearly a decade in prison for a robbery he didn't commit is suing a northern Indiana city, its police chief and three officers, alleging they fabricated evidence against him. The federal lawsuit filed Monday in South Bend by 50-year-old Keith Cooper accuses Elkhart and the other defendants of violating his constitutional rights, including his right to a fair trial.
Wishing for Trump’s impeachment? 5 reasons the next president could be even more dangerous
From the moment he was elected, liberals have clung to the possibility, however remote, that Donald Trump will be removed from office. They've fallen for the conspiracy theories of , and continue to hold out hope the Mueller investigation will bring his corrupt presidency crashing down.
2 Democrats top fundraising for US House challengers in Indiana
Two Democrats seeking to challenge first-term Republican U.S. Rep. Trey Hollingsworth for his southern Indiana seat have each raised more than $200,000 in the first three months of their candidacies. Federal campaign finance reports filed by attorneys Dan Canon of New Albany and Liz Watson of Bloomington showed they've been the most successful fundraisers among potential challengers for Indiana's U.S. House seats in the 2018 elections.
Holcomb, Indiana University plan $50M opioid recovery effort
Indiana University President Michael McRobbie, left, shakes hands with Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb as they announce IU's commitment to invest $50 million to collaborate with community partners to prevent and reduce opioid addictions in Indiana, Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2017, in Indianapolis. Indiana University President Michael McRobbie, left, shakes hands with Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb as they announce IU's commitment to invest $50 million to collaborate with community partners to prevent and reduce opioid addictions in Indiana, Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2017, in Indianapolis.
Was Mike Pence right to walk out of an NFL game during the national anthem?
Vice President Mike Pence walked out of an NFL game after nearly two dozen players from the San Francisco 49ers knelt during the national anthem. Many have applauded Pence's decision to leave the game in counter-protest, including President Donald Trump .
Little-known lawmaker spends heavily on Indiana Senate bid
In this March 24, 2015, photo, State Rep. Mike Braun, R-Jasper, right, shows Marvin and Vicky Eisenhut, of Haysville, Ind., and their grandson Cooper Uebelhor of Ferdinand, 12, his office at the Indiana Statehouse in Indianapolis. The little-known but independently wealthy Indiana state lawmaker is plunging roughly $800,000 into his GOP Senate primary bid.
Donnelly Receives Award for Efforts to Address Opioid Epidemic
Tuesday, U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly received the 'Legislator of the Year' award from the National Council for Behavioral Health for his efforts to address the opioid and substance use disorder epidemics in Indiana and across the country. The National Council for Behavioral Health specifically highlighted Donnelly's bipartisan Strengthening the Addiction treatment and Workforce Act , introduced in June with Senator Lisa Murkowski , which would provide incentives for providers to practice at substance use disorder treatment facilities in underserved areas.
Pence targets Democratic Indiana senator with tax speech
In this file photo taken on Friday, Aug. 11, 2017, Vice President Mike Pence speaks during the Indianapolis Ten Point Coalition luncheon in Indianapolis. Vice President Pence will make the Republican case for a federal tax code overhaul during a speech Friday, Sept.
HUD awards $4 million grant for East Chicago lead cleanup
The Department of Housing and Urban Development is awarding a $4 million grant to help with lead cleanup efforts in East Chicago. The northwest Indiana city is home to the USS Lead Superfund site, where lead was once salvaged from old car batteries and scrap metal.
The publicity stunt offered a peek at the divisive campaign that’s likely ahead.
U.S. Sen. Joe Donnelly takes questions from the media Monday, Aug. 21, 2017, after speaking at the UAW in Anderson Ind as part of his "Hoosier Highways" RV tour to launch his re-election campaign. As the first-term Indiana Democrat arrived at a campaign stop in Anderson, a town northeast of Indianapolis, the sounds of blaring horns and strummed guitars rolled over the parking lot.
Terminally ill find hope in legislation
Imagine your child has been diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a disease with no discernible cure. You have explored and exhausted every conceivable option.