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Posted inGovernment
What you need to know about the bail amendment on your ballot
If passed, the constitutional amendment would allow judges to deny bail to any defendant if the state proves they cannot be safely released.
Posted inGovernment
Indiana expungement filings rose 52% over a decade. But getting relief still takes time, money
New court data shows tens of thousands of expungements granted since 2024, but waiting periods and unpaid court debt still keep many people from applying.
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Indiana higher ed commission to review dual-college credit accessibility
The commission will review proposals in the coming months to alleviate barriers to early college access.
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Indiana State Police seeks nearly $30M federal grant tied to immigration enforcement
The application seeks money for vehicles, covert cameras and cellular-location tools.
Posted inPolicy & Impact
How Greg Ballard’s secretary of state run could expand Indiana ballot access
Republican candidate Max Engling criticizes new party over lack of policy agenda and unclear process for picking future candidates.
Posted inGovernment
Indiana BMV plans mobile driver’s license
Hoosiers will have the option to use a mobile driver’s license for age, identity verification.
Posted inGovernment
FEMA chief wants ‘timely support’ for Indiana storm-damage recovery
About 30,000 applications submitted for state assistance grants of up to $5,000, with payments expected to start going out this week.
Posted inArts & Culture
Indiana Humanities takes over National History Day program
The nonprofit will oversee the student competition after the Indiana Historical Society ended its longtime sponsorship.
Posted inHealth
Lawmakers study Indiana’s sexual assault response
The Interim Study Committee on Public Health, Behavioral Health and Human Services met in House chambers Tuesday to hear testimony on the topic.
