Meredith Hackler
Reporter at WRTV-TV (Indianapolis, IN)
Reporter at WRTV with a focus on state politics. Story💡➡️ [email protected]. Views are my own.
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1 week ago |
wrtv.com | Meredith Hackler
INDIANAPOLIS — Congressman André Carson returned to his home district Friday to engage with constituents. Joined by Democratic Whip Katherine Clark, Carson addressed a crowd of Hoosiers, answering questions that ranged from social security concerns, medicaid cuts and how democrats in congress plan to fight against policies the crowd found problematic.
Indiana University alumni express frustration following change to Board of Trustees election process
1 week ago |
wrtv.com | Meredith Hackler
INDIANA — Some Indiana University alumni say they feel disenfranchised after the state legislature removed their ability to elect three members of the school's Board of Trustees in the final moments of the legislative session. In a letter, the IU Alumni Association is urging Governor Mike Braun not to sign the current budget. The request follows that late addition to the budget bill, which modifies the election process for Board of Trustees members. "I was like WOW...
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2 weeks ago |
wrtv.com | Meredith Hackler
INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Mike Braun celebrated his 100th day as Indiana's top elected official on Tuesday, addressing the press and state lawmakers about his administration’s progress and future ambitions. In his remarks, Braun emphasized his commitment to moving the state in a positive direction. He added that his focus will now be on lowering healthcare costs and better outcomes. The state budget made significant cuts to public health across the state. He says, public health can be more efficient.
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2 weeks ago |
wrtv.com | Meredith Hackler
INDIANAPOLIS — In the final 48 hours of the legislative session, Indiana lawmakers eliminated funding for the Housing First program, a decision that will affect organizations dedicated to providing housing for those in need. Since 2017, the Housing First program has enabled homeless organizations to assist individuals seeking stable housing, including groups like Helping Veterans and Families (HVAF).
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2 weeks ago |
wrtv.com | Meredith Hackler
INDIANAPOLIS — Cameras have long served as a medium to tell stories that often go unnoticed. For filmmakers, it is their livelihood, and a recently signed bill by the governor is set to help grow filmmaking in Indiana. “The bill has been in the making for a really long time, and the great thing about it is that now the tax credits that are going to be available for film production are going to be transferable,” said Polina Osherov, executive director at Pattern.
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