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Indiana's Senate Bill 76, a sweeping measure to align local law enforcement and public institutions with federal immigration enforcement, remains poised for final approval despite a delay in the Senate on Thursday.
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Who & What: February 20, 2026
Allen County officials plan public hearings as they moved toward unified fire territory. Gov. Braun signs nuclear power deregulation bill into law. Indiana House extends of the syringe service programs with new requirements.
Who & What: February 19, 2026
A massive backlog for state childcare assistance spurs lawmakers to advance a financial plan. Lawmakers push forward a bill that would criminalize those sleeping outside. Ivy Tech is getting a mission makeover.
Field Notes: February 19, 2026
Zach and Victoria discuss Carroll girls' swimming at state finals, before catching up on basketball. Is another Indiana city joining the race for the Bears? We close with notes on the Komets and more.
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The Indiana Senate voted 48-0 on House Bill 1035, one of the first of the 2026 session to reach the governor. It remained unchanged from the version approved 93-0 by the House in January. -
IU honored its undefeated 1975–76 national championship team at halftime of Monday night's game while announcing plans for a Bob Knight statue at Assembly Hall. -
A revised Indiana bill targeting youth gun violence is moving forward after lawmakers softened language that would have automatically sent some teens to adult court, while increasing penalties for firearms near schools. -
The panel of city leaders included an immigration lawyer to offer some direct legal advice in dealing with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. -
The Grammy-nominated duo brings its Full Circle tour to Fort Wayne, blending classical and hip-hop while reflecting on 20 years of music, impact, and representation.
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The Chicago Bears could move to Indiana as lawmakers pass legislation aimed at securing a stadium deal for the football team. -
Lawmakers continue to move a bill they say could connect homeless people with resources through interactions with police. The measure makes it so people can be charged with a class C misdemeanor for camping or sleeping in public areas. -
Legislation would reshape Ivy Tech Community College governance, add workforce-focused board expertise and require research aligning degrees with employer needs.
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