POLITICAL
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State tax revenues fall short again
For the 17th month in a row, Indiana's tax revenues have fallen short of what was expected. Gov. Mitch Daniels says he's now worried the state will blow through its billion dollar surplus by next summer. more
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Despite not having nomination, Ellsworth puts together senate campaign
He doesn't even have his party's nomination yet, but Congressman Brad Ellsworth is getting ready for a long and difficult battle for Evan Bayh's Senate seat. more
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Governor could expand alcohol sales in Indiana Photo
It's up to Governor Daniels to sign a bill letting Indiana's micro breweries sell beer for carryout on Sundays. It would also expand alcohol sales to voting hours on Election Day. more
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Controversial Marion County check fraud investigator resigns
One of prosecutor Carl Brizzi's right hand men is out of a job. Check fraud investigator Dan Constantino has resigned. more
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Tourism officials pack on the pressure to pass statewide smoking ban
Tourism officials in Indianapolis plan to pressure Indiana lawmakers to pass a statewide smoking ban. They're trying to light a fire under city and state politicians, who have been reluctant to approve a comprehensive smoking ban in public places. more
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KY Senator holding up bill to extend unemployment benefits
Sen. Jim Bunning (R-KY) objects to the $10 billion bill because it would add to the country's deficit. more
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Hill will not seek Bayh's seat, endorses Ellsworth
Congressman Baron Hill (D-9th District) announces he will not seek the Democratic nomination for Senator Evan Bayh's seat. Instead, Hill plans to focus on his re-election campaign for U.S. Congress. Hill endorsed neighboring 8th District Democrat Brad Ellsworth. more
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House passes bill allowing some alcohol sales on Sundays
A bill allowing microbreweries to sell takeout beer on Sundays and bars to stay open later moves on to the state Senate for consideration. more
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Statewide smoking ban passes Indiana House Photo
Indiana House lawmakers took a final vote on a statewide smoking ban Thursday. It prevents Hoosiers from lighting up in all public places except casinos and horse tracks. more
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Bill to hold back students who can't read still has life Photo
A bill to hold back third grade students who can't read at grade level still has a chance to pass into state law. more
