State News

News related to Indiana and non-Hendricks County specific.

Indiana Launches Licensing Assistance Program for Special Education Educators

INDIANAPOLIS  – The Indiana Department of Education today announced a partnership with the University of Indianapolis’ Center of Excellence in Leadership of Learning (CELL) to strengthen Indiana’s special education teacher pipeline, with a focus on supporting special education teachers as they work to earn full licensure.“Indiana’s educators are difference-makers for …

Read More »

INBiz, Indiana’s Business Portal, Registers 750,000th User

INDIANAPOLIS (November 3, 2021) – More than 750,000 users are now registered in INBiz, Indiana’s one-stop resource for registering and managing businesses. Created in 2016, INBiz serves as a single online location for numerous transactions with state government. The site provides a streamlined, customer-centric experience that reduces confusion, stress, and …

Read More »

Governor Holcomb and Indiana Department of Transportation Award more than $100 million through Community Crossings

Franklin, Ind. – Governor Eric J. Holcomb and Indiana Department of Transportation Commissioner Joe McGuinness today announced 218 Indiana cities, towns, and counties received a combined $101.9 million in state matching funds for local road projects through Community Crossings, a component of the Governor’s Next Level Roads program. “Community Crossings continues to …

Read More »

Gov. Holcomb Makes Appointments to Various Boards and Commissions

INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced several appointments to various state boards and commissions. Environmental Rules Board The governor made one new appointment to the board, who will serve until September 30, 2025: Michael Chambers (Zionsville), assistant general counsel with Eli Lilly & Company Indiana Gaming Commission The …

Read More »

Indiana DCS raises awareness during National Adoption Month

INDIANAPOLIS (Nov. 1, 2021) – The Indiana Adoption Program, the Indiana Department of Child Services and the Indiana Supreme Court are working together to share stories of children who have found permanent, loving homes across Indiana. Each November, in celebration of National Adoption Month, these agencies collaborate to spread the …

Read More »

Gov. Holcomb makes appointments to various Boards and Commissions

INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb recently announced several appointments to various state boards and commissions. Executive Board of the Indiana Department of Health The governor made five reappointments to the board, who will serve until August 31, 2025: Blake Dye (Fishers), representing hospital administratorsRobin Marks (Indianapolis), representing veterinariansJoanne Martin …

Read More »

Statewide housing stability partnership launched

INDIANAPOLIS (Nov. 1, 2021) – The Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority will accept applications from renters in all 92 counties for the Indiana Supreme Court’s Eviction Diversion Program, which is an additional tool to promote housing stability across the state. To qualify, the renter must have a pending eviction …

Read More »

High-Speed Pursuit Lands an Illinois Man in Jail

Vermillion County – October 28, 2021, at approximately 1:20 p.m., Master Trooper Ted Robertson observed a white KIA traveling northbound on State Road 63 near County Road 1250 South, traveling at a high rate of speed.  Master Trooper Robertson activated his radar and received a reading of 96 mph in …

Read More »