Over 90% of eligible Indiana voters are registered ahead of elections, with initiatives like All IN for Democracy aiming to increase voter registration, especially among groups like the formerly incarcerated.

The ACLU of Indiana challenges SEA 202 with lawsuits against Indiana University and Purdue University, claiming the law infringes on professors' First and Fourteenth Amendment rights.

Jennifer McCormick proposed the Commonsense Cannabis Legalization Plan to introduce medical and later recreational cannabis in Indiana, aiming for regulation and significant tax revenue.

A Monroe County judge rejected Planned Parenthood's request to broaden exceptions to Indiana's strict abortion law, affirming the existing stipulations did not overstep constitutional rights.

IPS is launching a mental health initiative, funded by a $100,000 Butler University grant, to enhance counseling services and support student well-being.

Greg Small is stepping down as the IGC's executive director, with Dennis Mullen taking over as interim executive director while keeping his counsel role.

Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb is visiting Ukraine to meet President Zelenskyy and discuss strengthening economic and academic ties between Indiana and Ukraine.

Indianapolis unveiled a statue and monument at Bicentennial Unity Plaza to honor late Senator and Mayor Richard Lugar, with Condoleezza Rice giving the keynote speech.

The ACLU sues Indiana University over a policy limiting campus protests, claiming First Amendment rights infringement.

Hamilton County offices will be closed on September 2, 2024, for Labor Day, with some potential exceptions. Residents should check with specific agencies for confirmation.

Nashville, Indiana's town council voted unanimously to remove Police Chief Heather Burris, with Sergeant Daniel Scott Bowling named as interim chief, amid a six-month investigation and public support for Burris.

Indiana Governor Holcomb plans to visit Slovakia and Italy aimed at strengthening global partnerships in defense and economic sectors, and to honor Slovakia's national commemorations.

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signals a shift towards potential interest rate cuts due to signs of easing inflation and to support the labor market, despite ongoing high prices and recession concerns.