They Have Every Right to Run. But Why Are They Running?
by Abdul-Hakim Shabazz, Esq. Let me start with the obvious: everyone has every right to run for public office. That is, after all, the point …
R.I.P. – Bob Kern
R.I.P. – Bob Kern Bob Kern, one of Indiana politics’ most enduring and unconventional figures, passed away this week due to complications from a stroke. …
On the Air
We’re on the air this weekend. Here’s where you can usually find us… “Indiana Issues” (Radio) Network Indiana (Click Here for a list of stations in …
Statehouse Chaplain Says Indiana Politics Marked by Rising Intra-Party Tensions
On Easter weekend, Indiana Statehouse chaplain Pastor Matt Barnes said the current political climate at the Statehouse is more tense than in recent years, driven …
Clay Circuit Court Sends Wilson Ballot Challenge Back to Indiana Election Commission
A Clay Circuit Court judge has sent a closely watched Republican primary ballot challenge back to the Indiana Election Commission, ruling that the agency must …
Hundreds of college programs eliminated, but the majority serving students remain
by Mackenzi Klemann, Indiana Capital Chronicle April 1, 2026 The Indiana Commission on Higher Education voted Wednesday to consolidate, suspend, eliminate or monitor more than …
“Da Bears” Stadium Fight Puts Illinois Politics in Spotlight as Indiana Waits in the Wings
As Illinois lawmakers return to Springfield this spring, one of the most closely watched issues is the future home of the Chicago Bears — and …
A Few Days Until Early Voting
Indiana’s usually sleepy primary season could be anything but this year, as early voting gets underway. University of Indianapolis political scientist Dr. Laura Wilson tells …
The Week That Was: No Kings, Debts, and Democracy (Whether You Like It or Not)
By Abdul-Hakim Shabazz, Esq. If you wanted a clean, tidy summary of Indiana politics this week, forget it. Because what we actually got was something …
Democrats See Opportunity as GOP Infighting, Voting Fights Dominate Debate
By Abdul-Hakim Shabazz, Indy Politics At a “No Kings” rally this weekend, State Rep. Ed DeLaney, D-Indianapolis, said Democrats see both opportunity and danger as Indiana …