Indiana’s death row dwindles to five — and future executions remain uncertain
After three executions in less than a year — ending a nearly 15-year pause in Indiana’s use of capital punishment — it’s not clear when the state will carry out another.
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Indiana University and its student paper are at odds on press freedom
The editors of the Indiana Daily Student received a jarring email Tuesday evening: Indiana University was canceling all scheduled and future print editions of the newspaper, starting right away with the homecoming issue set to hit campus newsstands two days later.
Trump’s immigration crackdown weighs heavy on the US labor market
President Donald Trump’s sweeping crackdown on immigration is throwing foreigners out of work and shaking the American economy and job market. And it’s happening at a time when hiring is already deteriorating amid uncertainty over Trump’s erratic trade policies.
George Santos says he’s humbled but dismisses ‘pearl clutching’ critics
Former U.S. Rep. George Santos says he’s humbled by his experience behind bars but unconcerned about the “pearl clutching” of critics upset that President Donald Trump granted him clemency.
U.S. Attorney nominees Wheeler, Mildred await Senate confirmation vote after committee approval
U.S. Attorney nominee Adam Mildred received a favorable 12-10 vote from the Senate Judiciary Committee Thursday, while Tom Wheeler II advanced Oct. 9 by the same vote total.
Indiana seeing limited impact from government shutdown, at least so far
Although most essential government services are set to continue through the end of October, state leaders will soon be tasked with finding funds for essential food programs.
Ex-Trump national security adviser Bolton charged with storing and sharing classified information
The 18-count indictment also suggests classified information was exposed when operatives believed to be linked to the Iranian regime hacked Bolton’s email account and gained access to sensitive material he had shared.
US Chamber of Commerce sues Trump to block $100,000 fee for H-1B visas
The chamber’s lawsuit is not the first against the new visa fee, but it’s significant because it marks the first by the chamber, one of the most powerful and largest business groups in Washington.
Judge wants immigration agents in Chicago area to wear body cameras after clashes with public
U.S. District Judge Sara Ellis said she was a “little startled” after seeing TV images of street confrontations that involved tear gas and other tactics during an immigration crackdown by President Donald Trump’s administration.
Fifth City-County Council member calls for Mayor Joe Hogsett’s resignation
In an op-ed for The Indianapolis Star on Thursday, Republican Councilor Michael-Paul Hart wrote that Hogsett has displayed a “pattern of corruption, negligence and lack of judgment.”
Consumer advocates oppose proposed AES Indiana rate settlement
The Indiana Office of Utility Consumer Counselor and the Citizens Action Coalition both said a settlement plan over electricity rates between AES Indiana, the city of Indianapolis and numerous large businesses was not acceptable.
Convenience store mergers zooming this year, Indiana attorneys say
In one prominent deal, Circle K’s Canadian parent company in July closed its $1.6 billion acquisition of 270 GetGo stores spread among several states, including Indiana. Faegre Drinker attorneys, including some in the Indianapolis office, represented Circle K’s parent.
State appeals court to hear case that accuses NCAA of wrongful death in football head injury
The case stems from the 2020 death of former college football player Christopher Riggs, who played at Texas A&M University from 1965 to 1968 and after death was diagnosed with Stage III/IV chronic traumatic encephalopathy.
The Closer: A Q&A with Scott Snively, partner at Ice Miller
See what lessons he’s learned in his career and what traits he believes aspiring M&A attorneys should have to find success.
Judge denies request to dismiss lawsuit against Indiana ban on student IDs for voting
The state has argued that concerns about voter fraud, as well as the variety of student IDs, justify the ban.
Judge temporarily blocks the Trump administration from firing workers during the government shutdown
The federal judge said the cuts appeared to be politically motivated and were being carried out without much thought.
Journalists turn in access badges, exit Pentagon rather than agree to new reporting rules
News outlets were nearly unanimous in rejecting new rules imposed by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth that would leave journalists vulnerable to expulsion if they sought to report on information — classified or otherwise — that had not been approved by Hegseth for release.
Brown University rejects Trump’s offer for priority funding, citing concerns over academic freedom
Brown is the latest university to turn down the proposal, which White House officials said would bring “multiple positive benefits” including “substantial and meaningful federal grants.”
Clinton County offices relocating to new annex, impacting courts
Beginning Monday, county government offices in Frankfort will begin relocating from the historic courthouse to the new $18 million county annex building nearby.
U.S. Supreme Court seems inclined to limit race-based electoral districts under the Voting Rights Act
A ruling for Louisiana could open the door for legislatures to redraw congressional maps across the South, potentially boosting Republican electoral prospects by eliminating majority Black and Latino districts that tend to favor Democrats.