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Carmel Businesses Navigate Benefits and Challenges of New DORA Program

Carmel Businesses Navigate Benefits and Challenges of New DORA Program

A new program in Carmel is giving residents and visitors more flexibility when it comes to enjoying a drink downtown.

Embedding American AI Worldwide: A Sales Mission Continues

Embedding American AI Worldwide: A Sales Mission Continues

The White House is continuing its push to embed American-made AI products worldwide, with a three-pillar strategy announced in July.

Lilly Prepares to Launch First Widely Available GLP-1 Pill for Obesity and Diabetes

Lilly Prepares to Launch First Widely Available GLP-1 Pill for Obesity and Diabetes

Eli Lilly is preparing to launch its first widely available GLP-1 pill for obesity and diabetes.

Keurig Dr Pepper Acquires JAB Holding Company, Separates Coffee and Soft Drink Operations

Keurig Dr Pepper Acquires JAB Holding Company, Separates Coffee and Soft Drink Operations

Less than a decade after their merger, Keurig and Dr Pepper plan to become separate companies again.

Indy Wawa Project Hits Speed Bump

Indy Wawa Project Hits Speed Bump

Plans for a Wawa gas station on Indianapolis' east side are in limbo due to zoning rules and community concerns.

Growing Opposition to Google Data Center from Local Council

Growing Opposition to Google Data Center from Local Council

Two city-county councilors told News 8 Monday that a data center proposed for Franklin Township provides too little benefit at too much cost.

Indiana Sells Former GM Stamping Plant Site for $27 Million

Indiana Sells Former GM Stamping Plant Site for $27 Million

Governor Mike Braun announced the sale of the former GM Stamping Plant property in Indianapolis to Elanco Animal Health for $27 million on Monday.

Economic Boost: Sports Industry Fueling Growth in Hamilton County

Economic Boost: Sports Industry Fueling Growth in Hamilton County

WESTFIELD — The sports industry is playing a growing role in Hamilton County's economy and community identity, with events like youth tournaments and professional games drawing millions of visitors each year.

Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for $27 Million Downtown Westfield Development

Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for $27 Million Downtown Westfield Development

A groundbreaking ceremony marked the start of a $27 million development in downtown Westfield, aimed at bringing apartments, retail spaces, and restaurants to the area.

Tariff Tensions Test Retailers' Pricing Strategies

Tariff Tensions Test Retailers' Pricing Strategies

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Trump's 401(k) Policy: Higher Returns vs. Increased Risks

Trump's 401(k) Policy: Higher Returns vs. Increased Risks

If you take advantage of your company's 401(k) retirement plan, your money is most likely invested in a mix of stocks and bonds.

Hertz Takes to Amazon to Sell Used Cars

Hertz Takes to Amazon to Sell Used Cars

Hertz is taking its used car sales online, partnering with Amazon to sell vehicles through the e-commerce giant's Amazon Autos platform.

US and EU Set Tariff Rates for Autos and Industrial Goods

US and EU Set Tariff Rates for Autos and Industrial Goods

The United States and the European Union have set tariff rates for autos and industrial goods, solidifying their trade commitments in a joint statement.

Google Data Center Zoning Plans Advance in Indianapolis

Google Data Center Zoning Plans Advance in Indianapolis

The Metropolitan Development Commission in Indianapolis has approved a rezoning request for a Google data center campus in Franklin Township.

McDonald's Announces Price Cuts on Combo Meals

McDonald's Announces Price Cuts on Combo Meals

McDonald's is slashing prices on its combo meals just weeks after its CEO acknowledged that menu items had become too expensive.

Estate Planning Essentials: Why Preparation and Professional Guidance Matter

Estate Planning Essentials: Why Preparation and Professional Guidance Matter

Effective estate planning is crucial and can save loved ones from unnecessary legal complications during an already difficult time.

Target Replaces CEO Amid Ongoing Sales Decline

Target Replaces CEO Amid Ongoing Sales Decline

A Target store is seen in Hialeah, Fla.

Windsor Jewelry Reborn

Windsor Jewelry Reborn

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Franklin Township Data Center Project Moves Forward

Franklin Township Data Center Project Moves Forward

A controversial data center project proposed by Deep Meadow Ventures, backed by Google, is moving forward in Franklin Township.

Meta Data Center Development Advances in Lebanon's Leap District

Meta Data Center Development Advances in Lebanon's Leap District

The Leap Innovation and Research District in Lebanon may soon host a new data center, courtesy of Meta, the parent company of Facebook.

Signia by Hilton: A Construction Update on Indy's Tallest Hotel

Signia by Hilton: A Construction Update on Indy's Tallest Hotel

Construction of Signia by Hilton Indianapolis hotel continues to rise on the downtown skyline, set to become the tallest hotel in the city.

Air Canada Halts Restart Plans Amid Union Defiance

Air Canada Halts Restart Plans Amid Union Defiance

Air Canada has suspended plans to restart operations on Monday after the union representing 10,000 flight attendants said they will defy a return to work order.

Preventing Stolen Item Purchases: An Insider's Perspective from an Indy Scrap Yard

Preventing Stolen Item Purchases: An Insider's Perspective from an Indy Scrap Yard

The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department is still investigating after hundreds of bronze vases were stolen from New Crown Cemetery earlier this week.

AT&T Agrees to Pay Up to $7,500 Per Customer in $177 Million Data Breach Settlement

AT&T Agrees to Pay Up to $7,500 Per Customer in $177 Million Data Breach Settlement

Millions of AT&T customers can file claims worth up to $7,500 in cash payments as part of a $177 million settlement related to data breaches in 2024.

AT&T Customers Eligible for Up to $7,500 Settlement Following Data Breach

AT&T Customers Eligible for Up to $7,500 Settlement Following Data Breach

The two breaches were announced in March and July of 2023.

Empowering Nonprofits with Energy Efficiency in Indianapolis

Empowering Nonprofits with Energy Efficiency in Indianapolis

A new program is aiming to help Marion County nonprofits become more energy efficient and save money.

Block by Block Revitalization

Block by Block Revitalization

Step inside Great Day Tattoo in Irvington, and you'll find a vibrant atmosphere that has been home to owner Dustin Leach for a few years.

Buying Local as a Defense Against Rising Grocery Prices Amid Tariffs

Buying Local as a Defense Against Rising Grocery Prices Amid Tariffs

As tariffs and inflation drive up grocery costs, consumers and experts weigh in on whether buying local can offer real savings and stability amid economic uncertainty.

New York Attorney General Sues Zelle's Parent Company

New York Attorney General Sues Zelle's Parent Company

New York's attorney general, Letitia James, sued Early Warning Services, the parent company of the Zelle payment platform, alleging that the company failed to protect users from fraud by not including critical safety features in Zelle's design.

Save A Lot Reopens Stores in Marion County

Save A Lot Reopens Stores in Marion County

Save A Lot is celebrating its return to Marion County with the grand reopening of three grocery stores.

IU Students Return, Boosting Bloomington Economy

IU Students Return, Boosting Bloomington Economy

Bloomington is a textbook college town, with nearly 80,000 people living there according to 2020 Census Data.

Ford Boosts Electric Vehicle Production with $2 Billion Kentucky Plant Overhaul

Ford Boosts Electric Vehicle Production with $2 Billion Kentucky Plant Overhaul

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Musk Threatens Legal Action Against Apple Over App Store Representation

Musk Threatens Legal Action Against Apple Over App Store Representation

Elon Musk plans to sue Apple over excluding his X app and the Grok AI chatbot from its App Store recommendations, claiming it's an antitrust violation favoring OpenAI.

U.S. and China Extend Trade Truce by 90 Days

U.S. and China Extend Trade Truce by 90 Days

A container ship is moored at the port of New York & New Jersey in Elizabeth, N.

Filing for Protection in Indiana

Filing for Protection in Indiana

Advocacy groups offering assistance to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault say a statewide change caused by an I-Team 8 investigation could be critical for a survivor’s safety.

Data Centers Contribute to Soaring Electric Bills

Data Centers Contribute to Soaring Electric Bills

Amid rising electric bills, states are under pressure to insulate regular household and business ratepayers from the costs of feeding Big Tech's energy-hungry data centers.

Eli Lilly's Obesity Pill Produces Promising Weight Loss Results

Eli Lilly's Obesity Pill Produces Promising Weight Loss Results

Indianapolis-based Lilly has announced promising results from a late-stage trial of its daily obesity pill, orforglipron.

Household Debt Hits Record High of $18.39 Trillion Driven by Mortgage Payments

Household Debt Hits Record High of $18.39 Trillion Driven by Mortgage Payments

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Trump's Tariff Rate Reaches Highest Point Since 1934

Trump's Tariff Rate Reaches Highest Point Since 1934

After months of negotiation, President Trump's new tariffs are now in effect, raising the U.

Lebanon Concrete Cutting Business Suffers Fire Damage

Lebanon Concrete Cutting Business Suffers Fire Damage

A fire on Wednesday afternoon significantly damaged a concrete cutting business just a few blocks west of the Boone County Courthouse, according to the Lebanon Fire Department.

Claire's Files for Bankruptcy, Announces Store Closures

Claire's Files for Bankruptcy, Announces Store Closures

A staple at malls across the U.

Secondhand Shopping Trend Sweeps Back-to-School Season

Secondhand Shopping Trend Sweeps Back-to-School Season

Back-to-school means shopping for many families.

Tariff Impact on US Economy Raises Concerns for Former Mayor Ballard

Tariff Impact on US Economy Raises Concerns for Former Mayor Ballard

President Donald Trump's recent trade agreements, including a significant deal with the European Union, have sparked concerns about the broader impact of tariffs on the US economy.

At-Home Store in Bloomington to Close

At-Home Store in Bloomington to Close

At-Home, a retailer specializing in home décor and furnishings, will close its Bloomington store due to bankruptcy restructuring.

Tesla Awards Elon Musk Millions of Shares Valued at $29 Billion

Tesla Awards Elon Musk Millions of Shares Valued at $29 Billion

Tesla gave Elon Musk a stock grant of $29 billion on Monday as a reward for years of “transformative and unprecedented" growth despite a recent foray into right-wing politics that has hurt its sales, profits, and its stock price.

The Decline of Paper Coupons: Adapting to the Digital Age

The Decline of Paper Coupons: Adapting to the Digital Age

Remember eagerly opening the Sunday newspaper for the dozens of coupons inside?

Fever's Popularity Boosts Local Businesses

Fever's Popularity Boosts Local Businesses

The growing popularity of the Indiana Fever is creating exciting opportunities for local businesses, including cookie shop Please and Thank You.

Columbia Sportswear Sues Columbia University Over Merchandise Confusion

Columbia Sportswear Sues Columbia University Over Merchandise Confusion

Outerwear retailer Columbia Sportswear has sued Columbia University over alleged trademark infringement and a breach of contract, claiming that the university's merchandise looks too similar to its own offerings and can confuse shoppers.

Empowered Entrepreneurship: EightDown Festival Celebrates Black Business and Culture

Empowered Entrepreneurship: EightDown Festival Celebrates Black Business and Culture

The EightDown Festival is taking over Flanner House in Indianapolis this August, celebrating Black business and culture with a renewed sense of purpose.

Tariff Plan Breakdown

Tariff Plan Breakdown

Canada's tariff rate increased by 10 points to 35% for goods not covered by existing trade agreements.