Indiana mayors, city and town clerks and councilors would be elected in presidential election years under a bill, approved by a Senate committee Monday.

Martin received $5 million in the 2023-25 state budget, which the university used to attract and retain Black students to its teaching, criminal justice and STEM programs.

Bloomington Transit’s new Route 13 is now fully operational. The new route serves previously un-serviced areas including West Vernal Pike over the interstate, Park 48 and Ivy Tech.

The Class of 2024 broke the record for Indiana’s highest graduation rate, according to a new report from the Indiana Department of Education.

Some students could earn associate degrees before graduating high school under the new requirements. However, not all dual credit classes transfer to other colleges and universities.

Beginning with February’s bill, the wastewater sewer rate will rise by six percent. That rate increase was approved two years ago.

Gov. Mike Braun used his first State of the State address to make the case for his policy priorities including property tax reform and addressing high health care costs.

The address, expected to run approximately 30 minutes, marks a significant moment as the newly-elected governor outlines his vision and priorities for Indiana.