Statehouse races to watch around Indianapolis, suburbs
A handful of competitive races could change who represents Indianapolis metropolitan residents at the Indiana Statehouse.
Daniel Bradley, Indianapolis Business Journal
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Spartz, Goodrich, 7 others battle in crowded 5th District primary
Rep. Victoria Spartz’s late decision to run for reelection in Indiana’s 5th Congressional District—an about-face from months earlier—shook up a crowded primary that has become a rarity in American politics, with nine Republicans facing off.
Carmel wins lawsuit over state law that diverted local income tax funds to Fishers
Carmel argued the law harmed the city by depriving it of tens of millions of dollars in local income tax revenue it would have otherwise received.
Rep. Greg Pence will not seek fourth term in U.S. House
U.S. Rep. Greg Pence, R-Columbus, will not run for reelection this year, he announced Tuesday.
Carmel files lawsuit over state law that diverts local income tax funds to Fishers
The city of Carmel filed legal action this week against three state financial agencies over a law that diverts local income tax revenue from Carmel to Fishers.
Law firm planning new HQ in downtown Fishers
A Fishers-based law firm is planning to build a three-story headquarters near the city’s Nickel Plate District.
Owners of store that sold baby clothes for adults sue Noblesville officials
The owners of a Noblesville business that sold baby clothes for adults before being shut down last summer have filed a federal suit against the city’s planning director and members of the city’s Board of Zoning Appeals.
Westfield City Council approves term limits despite legal concerns
The Westfield City Council on Monday night voted to impose term limits on elected city officials despite concerns from some councilors that the decision could result in lawsuits being filed against the city.
Former Carmel equity manager alleges discrimination in lawsuit
Carmel’s former equity manager has filed a federal discrimination lawsuit nearly eight months after he was fired from the position.
Greg Garrison wins race to become Hamilton County prosecutor
Republican Greg Garrison, a former conservative radio show host, has defeated Democrat Jessica Paxson in a race to become Hamilton County prosecutor.
Candidates for new IN House seats in suburbs make their pitches
Three Indiana House districts — new or heavily redrawn by the Legislature in 2020 because of population growth north of Indianapolis — are being contested for the first time. Districts 25, 32 and 41 cover at least parts of Boone and Hamilton counties.
Boone County councilor sues commissioner, files counterclaim against accuser in harassment case
A Boone County Council member who is facing a sexual harassment complaint filed suit Tuesday against a county commissioner and issued a counterclaim against his accuser.
Carmel police chief resigns less than a week after deputy chief’s suspension
Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard has accepted the resignation of Carmel Police Department Chief Jeff Horner, the city announced Monday. The resignation comes less than a week after Horner suspended the department’s deputy chief of administration after an investigation revealed multiple allegations of “inappropriate behavior.”
Recount begins for ultra-close House District 32 Republican primary
The recount of an Indiana House of Representatives primary election that was separated by six votes began Monday in Marion County.
Greg Garrison gets challenger in race for Hamilton County prosecutor
Hamilton County Deputy Prosecutor Jessica Paxson on Tuesday announced she will run for county prosecutor in the November general election.
Boone County plans $59.1M jail expansion
The Boone County Jail will undergo a $59.1 million expansion that officials say will help lead to an increased focus on rehabilitation and less on “warehousing” of inmates.
Lawsuit against Boone County for blocking resident from Facebook page dismissed
A lawsuit filed last month against Boone County for blocking a resident from the county’s Facebook page was dismissed this week, according to court documents.
Zionsville mayor says anger sparked profane Facebook tirade on gun violence
Zionsville Mayor Emily Styron expressed her frustration about gun violence in the United States in a profanity-filled Facebook tirade last week following a school shooting in Texas that took the lives of 19 children.
ACLU of Indiana lawsuit says Boone County blocked resident from Facebook page
The American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana filed a lawsuit this month against Boone County, alleging the county violated a resident’s First Amendment rights when it blocked him from the county’s Facebook page.
Republican candidates line up for Indiana House races in northern suburbs
Two newly redrawn Indiana House districts in Indianapolis’ northern suburbs have attracted a total of six Republican candidates looking to advance to November’s general election.