Meta named Houston a pilot city for a $115M workforce academy that offers free training and a job guarantee for skilled‑trade roles tied to data‑center work.

Soaring car prices and rising delinquencies are squeezing Indianapolis households. Experts outline steps to avoid missed payments and repossession.

Sgt. Nathaniel J. Thomas, 34, a member of the Indiana National Guard and an Indianapolis firefighter, died during training at Fort Bragg. Officials and colleagues have asked for privacy as they arrange honors.

Nearly two hours of public comment split Fort Wayne residents over plans to convert 333 E. Washington Blvd. into a 24/7 Anchor Resource Center. Supporters cite services; opponents cite school proximity.

The Freedom From Religion Foundation asked Mooresville Schools to investigate a teacher-led BetterMan Bible study at Mooresville High, prompting an internal review.

Indiana reopened a Cambridge Math & Science grant for 2026–27, offering per-school funding, exam support and student incentives; applications are due July 17.

The Indiana State Fair will hold a job fair June 4 to fill roughly 800 seasonal roles for its Aug. 7–23 run. On‑site interviews and walk‑in hiring start in early June.

Northwestern has tapped Purdue President Mung Chiang as its next president, starting July 1. The hire brings tech-policy and fundraising heft to a campus still rebounding from federal scrutiny.

Mayor Jim Coffman said Beech Grove 'is strong' as the city outlines a $17M Emerson Avenue package, roundabout projects and downtown business wins. He also warned of budget pressure while honoring recent losses.

The Indiana Peony Festival returns to Seminary Park this Saturday with hundreds of vendors, floral installations and live music. Expect downtown street closures and big crowds.

A coalition of eight statewide groups has formed the Indiana Disability Alliance to defend Section 504 protections and protect Medicaid-funded home- and community-based services.

Eli Lilly is funding refrigeration for 150 pantries and backing a plan to distribute 500,000 meals across 15 communities while the Pacers expand Drive & Dish.

IU researchers say Indiana added 38,579 residents in 2025, with suburbs around Indianapolis leading the gains as domestic migration more than doubled.