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Pulliam Fellow @indystar | former managing editor @thecrimson

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Joined January 2024
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On Sunday's @indystar front page: As e-bikes grow in popularity around Indianapolis, local governments' regulatory gears are turning.
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E-bike riders say the devices make cycling more accessible, reducing their reliance on cars. Cycling advocates also distinguish between e-bikes and faster, heavier devices called "e-motos," which they say are higher-risk and which may be especially popular among kids.
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Here's the story! indystar.com/story/news/loca…

As e-bikes transform transit, how will cities keep riders safe?

With e-bike use exploding in central Indiana in recent years, many cities are debating how to regulate the devices.

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From this morning: Indiana's cut of the Meta settlement is $296 million. indystar.com/story/news/poli…

Indiana to receive nearly $300 million from milestone Meta settlement

Indiana will receive at least $296 million from a settlement between Meta and dozens of states that sued the firm.

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UPDATE, per preliminary terms shared by Braun's office: Indiana will pay $625K to settle the case. That's the value of Zay's remaining salary and benefits had he served until his term concluded in 2030, plus attorneys' fees.
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INBOX: Fired Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission chair Andy Zay settles with the state, will not rejoin the IURC
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INBOX: Fired Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission chair Andy Zay settles with the state, will not rejoin the IURC
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Story in @indystar: indystar.com/story/news/loca…

Braun, state reach $625K settlement with fired utility commissioner

Former Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission chair Andy Zay reached a settlement with the state after he sued to block his firing.

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After Ravenswood homes flooded last weekend, residents are returning to take stock of the damage. In @indystar: indystar.com/story/weather/i…

'I lost everything': Ravenswood residents return to flood-ravaged homes

After floods swamped Ravenswood last weekend, residents of the low-lying Indianapolis neighborhood returned to see the scope of the destruction.

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Watching the forecast in Indianapolis? Follow @indystar's live coverage of this week's flooding for info on damage, evacuations, and resources: indystar.com/story/weather/i…

Live flood updates: President Trump approves emergency declaration

Flooding continues in Central Indiana Aug. 15, as water from days of rain continues to make its way downstream into Indianapolis.

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Gov. Braun moved fast to fill the IURC seat he left vacant after firing Andy Zay on Monday. Indianapolis City-County Councilor Josh Bain will be Zay's replacement. In @indystar: indystar.com/story/news/poli…

Indianapolis Councilor Josh Bain tapped for state utility board, replacing fired member

Gov. Mike Braun tapped Indianapolis City-County Councilor Josh Bain to the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission, three days after firing Andy Zay.

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Tilly Robinson@tillyrobinAug 6
More turbulence among Indiana's utility regulators this week, including a firing by Gov. Braun, "potential violations of state policy," and an abrupt decision to pull a vote on revisiting the AES rate hike from yesterday's agenda. Recapped in @indystar: indystar.com/story/news/poli…

Are higher electricity bills short-lived? A utility regulator shakeup could mean change

The IURC's chair abruptly removed an order on AES rates from the commission's agenda. In a few weeks, two new members could decide whether the IURC will revisit this summer's rate increase.

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Josh Bain resigned from the City-County Council today, a spokesperson for the council confirmed.
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More turbulence among Indiana's utility regulators this week, including a firing by Gov. Braun, "potential violations of state policy," and an abrupt decision to pull a vote on revisiting the AES rate hike from yesterday's agenda. Recapped in @indystar: indystar.com/story/news/poli…

Are higher electricity bills short-lived? A utility regulator shakeup could mean change

The IURC's chair abruptly removed an order on AES rates from the commission's agenda. In a few weeks, two new members could decide whether the IURC will revisit this summer's rate increase.

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Hundreds gathered in Fishers yesterday to protest a scheduled "mass deportation rally" headlined by Greg Bovino. In @indystar: indystar.com/story/news/loca…

Hundreds march against 'mass deportation rally' in Fishers

Hundreds gathered in Fishers to protest a scheduled “mass deportation rally” featuring former Border Patrol Commander-At-Large Gregory Bovino.

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A proposed federal rule would allow public housing authorities to impose work requirements. In Indiana, 35 agencies said they're interested, per HUD officials. indystar.com/story/news/loca…

Indiana public housing agencies back federal plan to impose work requirements

A proposed federal rule could let public housing agencies impose work requirements. Indiana's housing authorities are eager to sign up.

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Kids are entering ChatGPT posters at Indiana’s 4-H fairs. Is that, well, fair game? indystar.com/story/news/loca…

Kids in 4-H are using AI. Is that fair game at Indiana's county fairs?

AI projects are showing up at Indiana's 4-H fairs. That's legal under 4-H rules, but some participants are skeptical.

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What’s it like to live next to the “megasite” in Lebanon, Ind., where Meta is building a 1-GW data center complex? A “nightmare,” neighbors say, pointing to bright lights, heavy traffic, and 24/7 construction. indystar.com/story/news/loca…

Neighbors call construction on Meta Lebanon data center a 'nightmare'

Bright lights. Loud noises. As Meta builds data centers in Lebanon, neighbors live with the impacts.

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Indiana Gov. Braun's gas tax suspension lowered prices at the pump — but left cities and counties on the hook for lost revenue. His new plan to backfill the funds may come just in time for local governments that were planning to call off roadwork: indystar.com/story/news/poli…

Indiana's gas tax suspension put road projects at risk. Braun pushes reimbursement

Gov. Mike Braun vowed to reimburse local governments for lost revenue by Nov. 1. In the meantime, the gas tax suspension pushed some to cut back.

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I just started my third week @indystar, where I'll be reporting on Indianapolis news (esp. local business & affordability) through mid-August! Signing back onto X to share a meaningful story from this weekend ⤵️
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When Jeannine Lee Ferrer planned a Juneteenth celebration in Martinsville, people asked her if it was a trap. Instead, the gathering made history in an Indiana town whose name has long been associated with racial violence: indystar.com/story/news/loca…

Once reputed a 'sundown town,' Martinsville holds its first Juneteenth

Organizers were asked whether their Juneteenth celebration in Martinsville was a trap. Instead, it brought neighbors together — and made town history.

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