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Researchers say that money alone isn’t enough to overcome public health workforce woes
After years of underfunding and understaffing, public health agencies in Indiana and across the country now have billions of dollars dedicated to addressing workforce shortages — but experts warn the funds aren’t enough to overcome long-standing, systemic barriers. “The message is not that public health has enough money, it’s that the money is cyclical and […] The post Researchers say that money alone isn’t enough to overcome public health workforce woes appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
Trump endorses GOP lieutenant governor candidate in Indiana
Former President Donald Trump issued an unexpected endorsement in Indiana’s Republican lieutenant governor race Thursday — backing Rep. Julie McGuire for the nomination. She is the choice of GOP gubernatorial primary winner U.S. Sen. Mike Braun, a staunch Trump advocate. The move comes as 1,800 Republican party insiders prepare to choose on Saturday who’s on […] The post Trump endorses GOP lieutenant governor candidate in Indiana appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
‘You will lose access’: Pornhub warns Hoosier users of exit as age verification law takes effect
The push comes days after Pornhub — joined by other plaintiffs — sued the state in an attempt to block the law. The post ‘You will lose access’: Pornhub warns Hoosier users of exit as age verification law takes effect appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
U.S. Supreme Court rejects attempt to limit access to abortion pill
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in a much-anticipated decision Thursday that mifepristone, one of two pharmaceuticals used in medication abortion, can remain available under current prescribing guidelines. The high court unanimously rejected attempts by anti-abortion groups to roll back access to what was in place more than eight years ago, writing that they […] The post U.S. Supreme Court rejects attempt to limit access to abortion pill appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
Senator’s letter critical of hospital association casts shadow on 2025 health care discussions
A high-ranking senator accused the state’s leading hospital lobbying organization of being “responsible for the gradual breakdown of trust” between lawmakers and hospital systems after the most recent legislative session, as documented in a four-page letter shared with the Indiana Capital Chronicle. Sen. Chris Garten, a Republican from Charlestown, wrote that some legislators had described […] The post Senator’s letter critical of hospital association casts shadow on 2025 health care discussions appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
Immigrant advocates, congressional Dems press Biden for permanent protections
WASHINGTON — Ashly Trejo Mejia is eager to attend medical school, but she’s not sure she can pursue that dream because of an upcoming court decision that could end the Obama-era program meant to temporarily protect immigrants like her who were brought into the country illegally as children. “You’re frozen in time,” she said. The […] The post Immigrant advocates, congressional Dems press Biden for permanent protections appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
Mental health summit highlights growth of mobile crisis teams
Non-police mobile crisis teams are now responding to mental health crises in 59 Indiana counties, increasing access to mental health care and relieving the burden on medical providers and law enforcement officers across the state. “What we’re doing is creating another provider type,” said Lindsay Potts, a state mental health and addiction division director. “You’ve […] The post Mental health summit highlights growth of mobile crisis teams appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
INDOT gets O.K. to spend $256M on welcome center overhaul, despite lawmaker skepticism
INDOT won budgetary approval to pour $156 million into "welcome centers" and truck parking at multiple highway locations around the state. The post INDOT gets O.K. to spend $256M on welcome center overhaul, despite lawmaker skepticism appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
AG denies Indiana Department of Health request for outside counsel in abortion records lawsuit
Amid an ongoing legal battle over abortion-related records, the Indiana Department of Health has clarified its legal representation in the case. At issue is a lawsuit filed last month by anti-abortion group “Voices for Life,” which seeks to regain access to Terminated Pregnancy Reports (TPRs) that are no longer being released by the state health […] The post AG denies Indiana Department of Health request for outside counsel in abortion records lawsuit appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
IEDC nabs approval to ‘repurpose’ $88M for LEAP, fill ‘holes’ in land ownership
The IEDC will use funds "repurposed" from a fumbled deal to buy land from holdouts for the LEAP Innovation District. The post IEDC nabs approval to ‘repurpose’ $88M for LEAP, fill ‘holes’ in land ownership appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
Indiana Court of Appeals weighs constitutionality of handgun restrictions for indicted persons
The Indiana Court of Appeals heard arguments Tuesday on whether prohibiting individuals under indictment from carrying a handgun violates the Second Amendment. Arthur Moore believes the state violated his right to bear arms when it charged him with a misdemeanor for unlawful carrying of a handgun while he had 0ther pending criminal charges. However, an […] The post Indiana Court of Appeals weighs constitutionality of handgun restrictions for indicted persons appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
Braun LG pick Julie McGuire fends off ‘establishment’ skepticism
McGuire touted support from interest groups "important to our grassroots movement" and from local officials "closest to the delegates." The post Braun LG pick Julie McGuire fends off ‘establishment’ skepticism appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
Rep. Victoria Spartz is simply unreliable, and that’s the kindest description available
Maya Angelou gave the best advice with absolutely the best words when she said, “When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time.” I have found that people are really good at showing who they are, even when that’s exactly what they are trying to avoid. Angelou reminds us of the obvious, […] The post Rep. Victoria Spartz is simply unreliable, and that’s the kindest description available appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
Indiana’s overall child well-being scores decline in new national report
A new state-by-state report shows Indiana’s child well-being ranking has dropped — in part due to Hoosier kids’ dismal math and reading scores, as well as increased rates of youth deaths. Although Indiana continues to rank in the bottom half of states for its rates of teen births and children living in high-poverty or in […] The post Indiana’s overall child well-being scores decline in new national report appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
Trump says he’ll work ‘side by side’ with group that wants abortion ‘eradicated’
WASHINGTON — Former President Donald Trump said Monday that if reelected he plans to work “side by side” with a newly formed religious organization that says abortion is the “greatest atrocity facing” the United States and should be “eradicated entirely.” During two-minute recorded remarks played at The Danbury Institute’s inaugural Life & Liberty Forum in […] The post Trump says he’ll work ‘side by side’ with group that wants abortion ‘eradicated’ appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
DNC awards $70,000 to Indiana Democratic Party in down-ballot ‘boost’
The DNC said the funds were a boost to historic state support. It's already spent more than $535,000 in Indiana during this cycle. The post DNC awards $70,000 to Indiana Democratic Party in down-ballot ‘boost’ appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
Data centers are choosing Indiana. Is the state’s electricity supply ready?
The data center boom has triggered debate over electricity supply. The post Data centers are choosing Indiana. Is the state’s electricity supply ready? appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
Prodded by fed up parents, some in Congress try to curb kids’ use of social media
WASHINGTON — Attempts to get kids off of their phones are ramping up in Congress, despite intense lobbying by social media giants and pushback by those worried about violations of First Amendment speech rights. Lawmakers are seeking to set a minimum age to access social media and put more of the onus on social media […] The post Prodded by fed up parents, some in Congress try to curb kids’ use of social media appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
Mexican politics broke the glass ceiling. Our politics are just broken.
Last Sunday, Mexican voters went to the polls to choose their next president. Claudia Sheinbaum, the former mayor of Mexico City, soundly defeated opposition candidate, Xóchitl Gálvez, and minor party candidate Jorge Álvarez Máynez. Heading into Election Day, the leading candidates in the polls were both women. Mexico elected the first woman president in their country’s […] The post Mexican politics broke the glass ceiling. Our politics are just broken. appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
$182 million in energy efficiency discounts are coming to Indiana. Officials want your help.
The federal energy programs could benefit thousands of households. But first, planners want input on how to tailor the programs' designs. The post $182 million in energy efficiency discounts are coming to Indiana. Officials want your help. appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
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