A new report shows that electric bills for Indiana residents rose 17.5% in just one year. That’s an average increase of $28 per month. The study was done by the Citizens Action Coalition (CAC) using data from the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission. The CAC says this is the highest jump in over 20 years. Some […]
If you’ve been thinking about buying a home lately, you’re not alone in feeling a bit discouraged. Sales of previously-owned homes in the U.S. just hit a nine-month low. Buyers claim high prices and steep mortgage rates as deterrents. According to the National Association of Realtors, home sales fell 2.7% in June, landing at an […]
The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum gave Hoosier fans something to nod about—literally—by unveiling the first-ever bobblehead of Indiana University’s new mascot, Hoosier the Bison. The release marks the official return of the beloved bison mascot after nearly 60 years away. Hoosier the Bison will make its grand debut at IU’s first home […]
Taco Bell is spicing things up in Indianapolis with a brand-new value menu hitting stores July 17. Called the Luxe Value Menu, it features five items priced at $3 or less. These are premium versions of past or current favorites. The new items include: This test follows past Midwest trials, like chicken nuggets in 2023 […]
A fresh study took a deep dive into Instagram hashtag data and the size of every U.S. national park to find out which spots are the most “Instagrammable.” The results are in — and Indiana Dunes National Park shines bright, ranking ninth with 6.12 hashtags per acre and over 92,000 posts. Here are the top […]
More Americans are choosing to chill at home on the weekends—and the data backs it up. A recent study using location data from QR Code Generator shows the U.S. ranks third among countries where people stay home the most on weekends. And with high costs, it’s no surprise that staying in is becoming the new […]
A majority of Americans say they don’t feel financially secure. According to Bankrate’s 2025 Financial Freedom Survey, 77% of U.S. adults say they are not completely financially secure. That’s up from 75% in 2024 and 72% in 2023. Many point to rising costs and slow wage growth as key reasons. A $100,000 salary in 2020 […]
If you’re visiting an Indiana state park this summer, hold onto the paper map you get at the entrance. It may be the last one you ever see. The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) says this is the final season for printed park maps. Each year, the DNR spends over $110,000 on paper maps. […]
What do you get when you mix a high-energy shelter dog with expert training and a second chance? A crime-fighting K9—and a new lease on life. Redemption Ranch K9, an Indiana nonprofit founded by Officer Rob Prichard, is celebrating one powerful year. The group rescues overlooked shelter dogs and trains them to become police K9s. […]
Farm life used to mean long days and hard work. But now, it’s being reimagined as a luxury escape. Thanks to social media influencers “living off the land” looks more like curated meals, flower fields, and stylish cabins than muddy boots and pig pens. Agritourism is a type of experiential travel. It involves doing something on your trip […]
Republican members of the Indianapolis City-County Council are pushing for more transparency following what they call “serious omissions” in a misconduct investigation tied to Mayor Joe Hogsett’s administration. Minority Leader Michael-Paul Hart announced the caucus will pursue several steps in response to the Fisher Phillips report, which investigated internal misconduct. First, Republican councilors are calling […]
The median yearly income in the U.S. is about $81,000, according to the Federal Reserve. But income levels vary widely depending on where you live. To better understand gaps across the country, WalletHub ranked all 50 states and the District of Columbia using three key measures:Average income of the top 5%Average income of the bottom […]