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Honoring our Heroes this Memorial Day

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by Veneta Becker Memorial Day is more than barbecues and a three-day weekend - it's a day to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice protecting...

USDA Approves Indiana’s Waiver to Remove Sugary Drinks from Taxpayer-Funded SNAP Benefits

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INDIANAPOLIS – Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture Brooke Rollins signed Indiana’s waiver to remove sugary soft drinks and candy from the taxpayer-funded nutrition...

Governor Braun directs flags to be flown at half-staff Statewide

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INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Mike Braun is directing all flags to be flown at half-staff in the State of Indiana on Monday, May 26, 2025, in...

Attorney General Todd Rokita rallies Indy 500 fans to stay alert for signs of...

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  As the 109th Indianapolis 500, the Greatest Spectacle in Racing, approaches on May 25, 2025, Attorney General Todd Rokita calls on Hoosiers and visitors...

O’Brien: Local students serve as pages at the Statehouse

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STATEHOUSE – State Rep. Tim O'Brien (R-Evansville) welcomed area students who served as pages during the 2025 legislative session. Olivia Branch from Evansville, who...

‘Indiana hires and promotes based on merit,’ says Attorney General Todd Rokita following litigation...

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  After a federal jury trial cleared the State of Indiana of racial discrimination charges brought by a state employee, Attorney General Todd Rokita praised...

Medical aid is dying: in 18 states debate a controversial path for peaceful passing

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Dr. Cynthia Chatterjee had long opposed medical aid in dying—until she watched her father suffering from terminal cancer. His pain was unbearable. But in...

Gov. Mike Braun issues statement on execution of Benjamin Ritchie

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“Since Benjamin Ritchie's conviction in 2002, his case has been heard and reviewed numerous times by both state and federal courts, including the Indiana...

Attorney General Todd Rokita issues warning: Beware of scammers exploiting severe weather across the...

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After sever weather moved across Indiana last night and caused damage in many areas, Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita is alerting Hoosiers to stay...

Rep. O’Brien joins U.S. Secretary of Transportation Concering 1-69 Project

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"The I-69 Ohio River Crossing project is vital for the future success and economic growth of our region," O'Brien said. "Meeting with Secretary Duffy...

Advancing pediatric and breast cancer research

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by Wendy McNamara According to the American Cancer Society, more than 9,000 children in the U.S. are expected to be diagnosed with cancer in 2025....

Beckwith slammed for allegation that Democrats pay for Black voter turnout

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Sydney Byerly, The Indiana Citizen Indiana Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith speaking in his new office in the Indiana Statehouse in January. Photo by Schyler...

BREAKNG NEWS: IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE NAMES MARTIN POLLIO, EDD, ITS 10TH PRESIDENT

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Pollio will lead Indiana’s largest postsecondary institution and workforce engine starting July 1 The Ivy Tech Community College State Board of Trustees today announced its...

Lawmaker POV: The best and worst bills from the 2025 legislative session

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Part of a series—look for more analysis and opinion on Indiana's 2025 legislative session in TheStatehouseFile.com. Less than a week ago, the Indiana General Assembly...

IBLC ANNOUNCES 2025 TOWN HALL SERIES 

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INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Black Legislative Caucus (IBLC) will host seven town halls throughout the state this summer to discuss the 2025 session of...

‘Sinners’ sings a tale of blues and blood

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By Scott McDaniel, TheStatehouseFile.com The devil went down to … Mississippi and did a—jig? That’s right—and it was awesome. “Sinners” reminds me of 1996’s “From Dusk till...

In their own words: Lawmakers reflect on the end of the legislative session

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Indiana's legislative session ended in the early hours Friday, after which many lawmakers issued statements on the perceived wins and losses, particularly in regards...

State Rep. McNamara’s bill to focus resources for at-risk youth moves to the governor

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STATEHOUSE – State Rep. Wendy McNamara's (R-Evansville) bill to improve Indiana's juvenile justice system is now with the governor for consideration as a new...

BURTON VOTES AGAINST BUDGET BILL: ‘WE NEED A BUDGET THAT REFLECTS OUR VISION, NOT...

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 INDIANAPOLIS - Today, April 25, the Indiana General Assembly approved the final version of House Bill 1001, advancing the state's next two-year budget to...

Hoosier Healthcare Monopoly: Terre Haute hospital merger would likely drive up costs, reduce access 

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Attorney General Todd Rokita announces opposition to consolidated healthcare monopoly, which would stifle healthcare industry innovation APRIL 25, 2025 Attorney General Todd Rokita's Office opposes a proposed...