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  • Braun Aligns With TPUSA on School Clubs

    Braun Aligns With TPUSA on School Clubs
    Mar 13 2026
    Governor Braun aligns with TPUSA on the formation of Christian-aligned school clubs, saying he is merely ensuring conservative students have freedom of speech. Indiana’s syringe-exchange program is extended by default after the Governor refuses to either sign or veto the legislation. Maureen Braun says funding is on track to sustain Indiana’s Dolly Parton Imagination Library. Host Jill Sheridan is joined by Democrat Robin Winston, Republican Mike O’Brien, Jon Schwantes of Indiana Lawmakers and Ebony Chappel of Free Press Indiana to debate and discuss some of this week’s top stories.
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    27 Min.
  • Governor Braun Reflects on the 2026 Session

    Governor Braun Reflects on the 2026 Session
    Mar 6 2026
    Governor Mike Braun reflects on the 2026 legislative session after a rocky start with December’s redistricting vote. Former Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard joins the race for Indiana Secretary of State as an independent, facing up against Diego Morales and Beau Bayh. The State Treasurer raises questions about the sale of AES Indiana to BlackRock and the Qatar Investment Authority. Host Jill Sheridan is joined by Democrat Laura Beck, Republican Whitley Yates, Caroline Beck of WFYI, and Oseye Boyd of Mirror Indy to debate and discuss this week’s top stories.
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    27 Min.
  • SNAP and Medicaid bill heads to Governor

    SNAP and Medicaid bill heads to Governor
    Feb 27 2026
    SB1, a bill tightening eligibility for Medicaid and SNAP heads to the Governor. Lawmakers call for an investigation into rising utility costs. Late amendments to a bill dealing with commercial drivers licenses would mandate English proficiency tests.
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    27 Min.
  • Changes to the Bail System on the Ballot

    Changes to the Bail System on the Ballot
    Feb 20 2026
    Changes to Indiana’s bail system will be on the ballot in November, as lawmakers seek to broaden a judge’s authority to deny bail. Lawmakers create a Stadium Finance Authority to help secure a possible new home for the Chicago Bears. Cambodian national Lorth Sim dies in ICE custody at the Miami Correctional Facility. Host Jill Sheridan is joined by Republican Chris Mitchem, Political Analyst Elise Shrock, Niki Kelly of the Indiana Capital Chronicle, and Laura Merrifield Wilson of the University of Indianapolis to debate and discuss this week’s top stories.
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    27 Min.
  • Hailey Buzbee’s Death Sparks Change

    Hailey Buzbee’s Death Sparks Change
    Feb 13 2026
    The disappearance and death of Fishers teenager Hailey Buzbee prompts changes to the Amber Alert system, as lawmakers consider further measures to limit teen social media use. Indiana’s May 5 primary election field is set as the deadline to file for candidacy passes. New BMV rules take effect barring Hoosiers from changing their gender on driver’s licenses. Host Jill Sheridan is joined by Democrat Terri Austin, Republican Whitley Yates, Jon Schwantes of Indiana Lawmakers, and Ebony Chapel of Free Press Indiana to debate and discuss this week’s top stories.
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    27 Min.
  • State Police to Enforce Federal Policy

    State Police to Enforce Federal Policy
    Feb 6 2026
    A bill to force state and local law enforcement to comply with federal immigration efforts passes out of committee. Hoosier students join nationwide walkouts to protest ICE, with the Indiana Department of Education and GOP lawmakers condemning the students. A long-time member of the Indiana GOP leaves his party and will run as an independent candidate for mayor of New Albany. Host Jill Sheridan is joined by Democrat Terri Austin, Republican Mike O’Brien, Oseye Boyd of Mirror Indy, and Ben Thorp of WFYI to debate and discuss this week’s top stories.
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    27 Min.
  • National Guard May Expand Policing Powers

    National Guard May Expand Policing Powers
    Jan 30 2026
    A bill would allow Indiana National Guard military police to make arrests and conduct searches when activated by the governor. Hospitals raise the alarm around funding. The Indiana Hospital Association released a new report on Tuesday, warning that many of the state’s hospitals are financially vulnerable. New legislation would define gender, sex, and more. January 30, 2026
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    27 Min.
  • Abortion Restrictions Target Providers

    Abortion Restrictions Target Providers
    Jan 23 2026
    New abortion restrictions target in-state and out-of-state providers and add reporting requirements for doctors. Indiana students join national walkouts to protest the Trump Administration’s first full year in power. Lawmakers once again take up efforts to dissolve or combine some smaller township governments. Host Jill Sheridan is joined by Republican Mike O’Brien, Democrat Robin Winston, Niki Kelly of the Indiana Capital Chronicle, and Jon Schwantes of Indiana Lawmakers to debate and discuss some of this week’s top stories.
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    27 Min.