The governor instead tapped three new board members — two notable conservatives — along with reappointing a sitting trustee.
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Posted inHealth
Near westside residents have higher rates of lung disease, study says
Residents want to know if the area’s industrial past is tied to Marion County health department study findings.
Posted inHealth
Indiana made an unprecedented investment in public health. It’s being cut 2 years in.
Indy’s department will only get $6 million to improve vaccinations and maternal health — a 70% cut.
Posted inArts & Culture
What arts audiences could miss out on because of state budget cuts
‘The real cost would be felt by our community, specifically our children,’ one Indy arts leader said.
Posted inGovernment
Feds approve Indiana ban on soda, candy from SNAP purchases
Hoosiers will no longer be allowed to purchase candy and soda using taxpayer-funded food assistance, making Indiana the first state to receive a federal waiver for the restriction.
Posted inEducation
Wayne Township schools just ended its minority-owned businesses policy
It comes in response to anti-DEI executive orders from Gov. Braun and President Trump.
Posted inEducation
Students found school and work through JAG, but funding is in jeopardy
Gov. Braun wanted to specifically fund it, but lawmakers are taking a different path.
Posted inHealth
SNAP, soda and cuts: Inside the fight to ‘Make Indiana Healthy Again’
A movement heralded by RFK Jr. and Dr. Oz finds an ally in Indiana.
Posted inHealth
Trans Hoosiers’ documents in limbo after executive orders
“I’m scared,” said one Indy resident who can’t update their birth record despite a court order.
Posted inGovernment
Gov. Mike Braun demands disclosure by state-affiliated nonprofits
A new executive order seems to target the Indiana Economic Development Foundation, which has paid for virtually all the international travel for prior governors on economic development trips.
