STATEWIDE — The political spotlight was divided between two huge issues: President Trump’s legal battles and the looming government shutdown. Congresswoman Victoria Spartz, representing Indiana’s Fifth District, sat down in a Tuesday interview with 93 WIBC’s Tony Katz. They talked about Trump appealing a civil verdict that found him liable for sexual abuse and defamation, […]
STATEWIDE — Indiana House Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers) announced Monday a schedule shift aimed at addressing time-sensitive legislative issues, including those prompting Governor Mike Braun’s call for a special session, while maximizing efficiency and minimizing cost to taxpayers. Huston explained that instead of a separate special session, the General Assembly will tackle urgent matters during […]
INDIANAPOLIS — As the federal government shutdown continues to affect economically challenged families, Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) is taking quick action to ensure its students and their loved ones have access to essential food resources. The district is leveraging its existing support systems and increasing coordination with community partners to fill the gap left by […]
INDIANAPOLIS–Republicans on Indiana’s State Budget Committee rejected a proposal on Wednesday to allocate state surplus funds to assist low-income Hoosiers and food banks as federal SNAP benefits are set to expire. ”I think there are some options. From what I’m hearing, it’s probably a little too complicated to just be put on our agenda,” said […]
EVANSVILLE, Ind.–A town hall was hosted in Evansville Wednesday night to discuss the idea of redrawing Indiana’s congressional maps. It was put on by Democrat State Representative Alex Burton (Indiana’s 77th district) and former Democrat Senator Joe Donnelly. “We’ve been brought in to a redistricting conversation that leads to some concern,” said Burton. He went […]
STATEWIDE–The Indiana General Assembly is not expected to be ready for a special session this coming Monday despite Governor Mike Braun saying he wanted a special session to get started on November 3 to discuss redistricting and tax compliance. Indiana Republican House Speaker Todd Huston released the following statement: “House Republicans are working on scheduling […]
STATEWIDE–Indiana Governor Mike Braun signed an executive order on Wednesday to position Indiana in to what he calls the ability to lead in the “federal government’s mission of American drone dominance.” Braun says there will be an Indiana Initiative for Drone Dominance Task Force. He says they will develop a strategic plan for how the […]
STATEWIDE–A grand jury investigation is happening with Indiana Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith’s office regarding “ghost employment,” which involves employees working outside their official duties while on the clock. Testimony was heard in August and September of 2025, including claims of the distribution of an intimate image within the office. Prosecutors are investigating a “fake topless […]
INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Governor Mike Braun said Tuesday the state will embrace the Crossroads of America motto. “Indiana is proud to be the geographic Crossroads of America, and we are also proud to be at the crossroads of the nation’s leading industries, such as advanced manufacturing, life sciences, motorsports, and defense,” Braun said. “We will […]
STATEWIDE — On Monday, State Representative Phil GiaQuinta, a Democratic leader, talked about Indiana Governor Mike Braun calling a special session November 3rd to discuss redistricting. He is not happy about it. Braun’s call comes just a few years after the maps were redrawn following the 2020 Census. GiaQuinta insisted that the maps passed in […]
STATEWIDE–Indiana Governor Mike Braun explained more about why he’s calling a special session November 3 to discuss redistricting. In an interview Monday afternoon on Tony Katz Today, Braun reiterated the need to do it because of actions taken by the Democrats. “They don’t want the playing field even. I think once this gets to where […]
STATEWIDE–A new commission in Indiana is exploring the possibility of absorbing rural counties from Illinois into the state. The Indiana-Illinois Boundary Adjustment Commission was created during the 2025 Indiana legislative session as part of Speaker Todd Huston’s agenda. They held their first meeting on Wednesday, which lasted roughly 90 minutes. Commission member Don Lehe from […]