The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge cooled further last month even as the economy kept growing briskly, a trend sure to be welcomed at the White House as President Joe Biden seeks re-election in a race that could pivot on his economic stewardship.... Read More
The money, made available through the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service, will be used for either training or new gear to fight wildland fires. ... Read More
A variant of short-stature corn developed by a Purdue University researcher has been licensed to a Tippecanoe County-based seed company. The license for the variant, known as D16, is limited for popcorn crops, which Ag Alumni Seed specializes in. ... Read More
What surprised researchers was the stalled recovery, which could likely have severe ramifications for affected students' future academic success, careers and wages. ... Read More
The BP Whiting Refinery in northwest Indiana is working to clean up a pair of leaks that led to the release of toxic chemicals. Our partners at The Times of Northwest Indiana report the leaks are being blamed on recent subzero temperatures.... Read More
The 434th Air Refueling Wing at Grissom Air Reserve Base will soon have a new commander. Col. Van T. Thai will assume command of the unit during a ceremony next month on the north central Indiana base.... Read More
The federal investigation into alleged fraud at two virtual charter schools required a complex review that included interviews of falsely enrolled students and their parents — including the family of one student who was enrolled even after their death.... Read More
Muncie-based First Merchants Bank plans to open a new branch in northwest Detroit and offer a host of services, from traditional banking needs to financial education workshops. The bank said the new branch is part of an ongoing effort to ensure people have...... Read More
Over $470,000 was directed to not-for-profits and cities to rehabilitate and preserve historic structures across the state through Indiana Landmarks last year. The organization said the funding was awarded to support efforts, including...... Read More
An Indiana Senate committee voted unanimously Thursday to advance legislation that would require the Indiana Economic Development Corp. to inform local officials before purchasing more than 100 acres in a county or municipality.... Read More
Greenfield Banking Co. and its subsidiary, GBC Bank Wealth Management, have acquired the trust portfolio from New Castle-based Citizens State Bank. Financial terms of the deal are not being disclosed.... Read More
Under Senate Bill 10, the Division of Mental Health and Addiction, housed under the Family and Social Services Administration, would oversee the Community Cares Initiative Grant Pilot Program and its accompanying fund.... Read More
This year's spring semester saw new enrollment increase by 9.1% year-over-year, amounting to 40 students. ISU's fall semesters have also had two consecutive years of growth as well. ... Read More
Rochester Iron & Metal has completed the transition of its Logansport and Kokomo locations to Paul’s Auto Yard, where now in addition to scrap metal services the sites will sell used auto parts. The company said it expects the transition to bring...... Read More
Gov. Eric Holcomb returned from his trip to Canada on Wednesday with an agreement in place to foster economic growth. The governor signed a memorandum of understanding with Ontario Premier Doug Ford designed to identify opportunities to boost ties.... Read More
Another major tech company is detailing plans to set up shop in Indiana. Meta, the parent of Facebook, said Thursday it will invest $800 million to establish a data center campus at River Ridge Commerce Center in Jeffersonville and create 100 jobs.... Read More
More than two years after first unveiling a $200 million plan to revamp Lafayette Square Mall, the developer behind the stalled project has announced an expanded vision and a new strategy that he believes could push investment in the neighborhood higher.... Read More
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday issued two permits allowing Wabash Valley Resources LLC to begin construction on two wells in Vermillion and Vigo counties that will be used for the underground storage of carbon dioxide.... Read More
Indianapolis venture capital firm VisionTech Angels invested $2.88 million last year, nearly half a million more than 2022's total, the firm announced Wednesday. VisisonTech participated in 18 deals and gave out 157 checks.... Read More
The Purdue Innovates Incubator has awarded a total of $150,000 to four Purdue researchers to further the appeal of their patent-pending innovations. The funding comes from the Trask Innovation Fund, which supports short-term projects to enhance...... Read More
