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State Rep. Elizabeth Rowray has sponsored Senate Bill 498 to address the shortage of child services workers at the Indiana Department of Child Services (DCS).

Cold Spring School robotics teams advance to VEX World Tournament

Cold Spring School, part of the Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS), will send five teams to the VEX World Robotics Tournament in Dallas, Texas, from May 6 to May 14.

Knox County's Kyla Wolfe joins legislative session as intern

Kyla Wolfe, a native of Knox County and a North Knox High School alumna, is interning at the Indiana House of Representatives during the 2025 legislative session with State Representative Bruce Borders and his colleagues.

Indiana Senate passes bill ensuring fairness in collegiate sports for female athletes

The Indiana Senate has passed legislation authored by State Representative Michelle Davis aimed at safeguarding women's sports in colleges across the state.

DeBaun Funeral Homes recognized for a century of dedication to Terre Haute

State Rep. Bob Heaton from Terre Haute recently honored DeBaun Funeral Homes and Crematory with a certificate acknowledging their 100 years of service to the Terre Haute community.

Putnam County native Sydney Anderson interns at Indiana Statehouse

Putnam County native Sydney Anderson is expanding her experience through an internship with State Representative Beau Baird and his colleagues in the Indiana House of Representatives.

Senators reintroduce bill to bolster US technological leadership with NIST support

U.S. Senators Todd Young, Chris Coons, Deb Fischer, and John Hickenlooper have reintroduced a legislative bill aimed at enhancing America's role in technological innovation.

Adams County native gains legislative experience at Statehouse with Representative Matt Lehman

Adams County resident Jada Isch is gaining professional experience interning with State Representative Matt Lehman and other members of the Indiana House of Representatives during the 2025 legislative session.

Indianapolis students gain access to vast library collection through new partnership

In a significant development for Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS), students now have access to over two million books and resources through a collaboration with the Indianapolis Public Library (IndyPL) and other Shared System members.

Indiana House committee approves bill against signal jamming devices

Legislation that seeks to outlaw signal jamming devices has advanced in the Indiana House of Representatives.

André Carson highlights legislative efforts on key issues in April 2025

André Carson, representing Indiana's 7th district, expressed views on legislative and humanitarian issues this April.

How many companies were inspected by the FDA in cities located in Marion County in March?

There was one company in a city associated with Marion County that received an FDA inspection in March, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

André Carson voices support for federal workers and human rights

Congressman André Carson voiced support for HHS federal workers and affirmed his stand on protecting human rights through a series of tweets on April 1, 2025.

Cass County native gains legislative experience through Statehouse internship

Logansport native Myah Yax is currently interning with State Representative Ethan Manning and other members of the Indiana House of Representatives during the 2025 legislative session.

Southport High graduate gains experience interning at Indiana Statehouse

McCordsville's Julia Sant'Anna is gaining experience at Indiana's Statehouse, working with State Representative Chris Jeter and other members of the Indiana House of Representatives during the 2025 legislative session.

O'Brien's legislation to boost Indiana-Ireland trade passes Senate

Legislation authored by State Representative Tim O'Brien aimed at strengthening economic ties and supporting trade between Indiana and Ireland has passed the Indiana Senate.

Grant County native interns with Indiana House of Representatives

Grant County native Casey Reaves is participating in an internship at the Indiana House of Representatives during the 2025 legislative session.

André Carson criticizes funding cuts to vital programs in Marion County and beyond

André Carson, representing Indiana's 7th district, addresses recent cuts to Marion County’s vaccination program and raises concerns over potential reductions to NOAA's budget.

Indiana governor to review resolution on congressional term limits

A resolution sponsored by State Representative Matt Commons, aiming to modify the U.S. Constitution to include congressional term limits, is set to be reviewed by the governor.

Bill proposed to ensure transparency in school board elections in Indiana