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Indiana Workforce Development Center Adapts to Changing Job Seeker Demographics

Indiana Workforce Development Center Adapts to Changing Job Seeker Demographics

Indiana Workforce Development Center Adapts to Changing Job Seeker Demographics
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Midwest Leads in Affordable Retirement Towns Amid Rising Living Costs

Midwest Leads in Affordable Retirement Towns Amid Rising Living Costs

Midwest Leads in Affordable Retirement Towns Amid Rising Living Costs
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U.S. Unemployment Claims Hit Lowest Level Since 1969 Amid Economic Uncertainty

U.S. Unemployment Claims Hit Lowest Level Since 1969 Amid Economic Uncertainty

U.S. Unemployment Claims Hit Lowest Level Since 1969 Amid Economic Uncertainty
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Nonprofit Initiative Offers Financial Support to Workers Displaced by AI

Nonprofit Initiative Offers Financial Support to Workers Displaced by AI

A new program, co-led by the AI Commons Project and What We Will, is set to provide financial assistance to workers displaced by artificial intelligence. The initiative, known as the AI Dividend, will offer $1,000 per month for six to 12 months to eligible individuals. This support is accompanied by skill development resources, including reskilling and upskilling programs, AI training certifications, job coaching, and interview support. The program aims to address the immediate needs of workers affected by AI-driven job displacement, with an initial focus on 25 to 50 participants. The initiative is a response to growing concerns about job losses due to AI, as studies predict significant automation of jobs by 2030. The program is already distributing payments and aims to expand its reach to a larger pool of workers.
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Greg Ballard Secures Spot on Indiana Secretary of State Ballot

Greg Ballard Secures Spot on Indiana Secretary of State Ballot

Greg Ballard, running as a Lincoln Party candidate, has successfully secured a place on the ballot for the Indiana Secretary of State election. The Indiana Election Division confirmed that Ballard's campaign submitted 40,361 verified petition signatures, surpassing the required 36,943 signatures. Ballard, previously elected as Indianapolis mayor, switched to the Lincoln Party for this campaign. His candidacy introduces a four-way race for the position, currently held by Republican Diego Morales. Ballard's campaign invested heavily in signature collection, spending $780,000, which is over 90% of its total expenditures.
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Purdue Veterinary College Plans Expansion to Address Statewide Vet Shortage

Purdue Veterinary College Plans Expansion to Address Statewide Vet Shortage

Purdue University's College of Veterinary Medicine is considering an expansion to increase its class size by over 40% in response to a veterinarian shortage in Indiana, particularly in rural areas. The proposed expansion would raise the number of incoming students from 84 to 120, requiring additional faculty, facilities, and accreditation approval. Dean Brett Marsh emphasized the need to address underserved areas where veterinary care is scarce. The expansion aims to encourage graduates to remain in Indiana, thereby improving access to veterinary services across the state.
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Facebook AI Mistakenly Flags Indiana Journalist as Fake, Impacting Local News

Facebook AI Mistakenly Flags Indiana Journalist as Fake, Impacting Local News

Facebook's artificial intelligence system mistakenly flagged the page of Indiana journalist Jeremy Hogan as fake, leading to a nine-day suspension. Hogan, who runs the local news outlet The Bloomingtonian, relies on Facebook to distribute news and connect with his audience. The suspension disrupted his operations, resulting in financial losses and the loss of paid subscribers. Despite the reinstatement of his page, Hogan has not received an explanation for the suspension, raising concerns about the impact of AI on local journalism and the challenges faced by independent news outlets.
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Indiana Communities Receive Funds Following Gas Tax Suspension

Indiana Communities Receive Funds Following Gas Tax Suspension

Indiana's Board of Finance has approved Governor Mike Braun's proposal to allocate state funds to local governments to offset the suspension of the gas and excise tax. The decision will distribute approximately $121 million, with $38 million directed to local governments and the remainder to the Motor Vehicle Highway Fund. The tax suspension, initially enacted in April to alleviate high energy prices, has been extended multiple times, with the final extension set to end in early August. Concerns have been raised about the financial impact on local infrastructure projects, but the state aims to mitigate these effects through reimbursements.
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Indiana Restores $121 Million to Local Governments After Gas Tax Holiday

Indiana Restores $121 Million to Local Governments After Gas Tax Holiday

The Indiana Board of Finance has approved a transfer of over $121 million to local governments to compensate for revenue lost during the state's gas tax holiday. This decision follows Governor Mike Braun's declaration of the holiday in response to rising gas prices after geopolitical tensions affected oil shipping routes. The funds will be distributed to local governments to support road and infrastructure projects, which are typically funded by gas tax revenues. The state has been experiencing a shortfall in revenue due to the suspension of the gas usage and excise taxes, with projections indicating a total loss of $470 million since the holiday began.
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Indiana Natural Resources Commission Elects New Chairman Amid Process Changes

Indiana Natural Resources Commission Elects New Chairman Amid Process Changes

The Indiana Natural Resources Commission has elected former state Representative Kevin Mahan as its new chairman following a period of upheaval marked by four recent resignations. The resignations were in response to a new process implemented by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, which allows the department's director to post preliminary approvals without prior commission input. This change has been criticized for reducing the commission's ability to influence rule-making. Mahan, acknowledging the challenges, emphasized the importance of public notice and comment in decision-making. He has requested regular updates from the department to ensure transparency and maintain public trust.
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Colorado's New Legislation Aims to Transform Workforce Preparation

Colorado's New Legislation Aims to Transform Workforce Preparation

Colorado's New Legislation Aims to Transform Workforce Preparation
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IDEM Declares Air Quality Action Day Amid Canadian Wildfire Smoke

IDEM Declares Air Quality Action Day Amid Canadian Wildfire Smoke

The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has declared an Air Quality Action Day for Northwest Indiana on Monday, July 20, 2026, due to ongoing poor air quality caused by Canadian wildfire smoke. This marks over a week of unhealthy air conditions in the Great Lakes region, including parts of Indiana and Illinois. Fine particulate matter levels are expected to remain in the unhealthy range for Northwest, North Central, and Northeast Indiana, while other parts of the state may experience levels unhealthy for sensitive groups. High pressure and light winds are recirculating smoke across the region, contributing to elevated pollution levels. According to AirNow, the air quality index (AQI) in Northwest Indiana was 116 at noon Monday, categorized as unhealthy for sensitive groups. The Illinois EPA has also extended an air quality alert for Northern and Central Illinois, with Chicago experiencing some of the worst air quality among major U.S. cities on Sunday.