Politics & Policy

Ballard’s Lincoln Party bid could reduce signature burdens for Indiana independent candidates, altering campaign costs

Former Indianapolis mayor Greg Ballard is running for Indiana secretary of state under a new Lincoln Party label to ease access for independent candidates. If Ballard reaches 2% of the vote in November, the party’s nominees would appear on general-election ballots for four years; 10% would trigger primary-nominating status.

Rep. Spartz seeks details on $2B VA plan, questions IU Health role in Fishers clinic

U.S. Rep. Victoria Spartz asked the VA for a breakdown of how roughly $2 billion in federally approved funding will be spent on modernizing the Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis and a new Fishers clinic, and she questioned the selection of IU Health for the Fishers project. She requested a response by Oct. 8.

Letter: Don’t cancel school on election days

Indiana voting rules let people experiencing homelessness register, with implications for Marion County voter services and BMV ahead of Oct. 5 deadline

Mirror Indy explains how people without a permanent address can register to vote in Indiana for the Nov. 3, 2026 general election, including required ID, where to send paper forms in Marion County and the Oct. 5 registration deadline.

Indiana employers, election offices alerted as voter registration deadline for Nov. 3, 2026 falls Oct. 5

Indiana’s voter registration cutoff for the Nov. 3, 2026 general election is Oct. 5, 2026; online, mail and in-person registrations must be completed 29 days before Election Day.

Pro Football Hall of Fame changes selection process

Colts name five captains ahead of Indianapolis home opener, setting leadership for Week 1 at Lucas Oil Stadium

Coach Shane Steichen announced five player-elected captains as the Colts head into the 2026-2027 season; selections include veterans and a newly elevated defensive signal-caller. The team opens at Lucas Oil Stadium on Sept. 13.

GOP senators back Chris Garten to lead Indiana Senate; will steer committee picks and 2027 budget planning

Senate Republican caucus unanimously endorsed Sen. Chris Garten to replace Rodric Bray as president pro tem, naming him to lead the caucus’ campaign operation and planning for the 2027 legislative session. The full Senate must vote on the leadership change after the November election on Organization Day.