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The General Assembly plans to launch a pilot program using iPads that could eventually lead lawmakers to save as much as 17 tons of paper in each of its annual sessions.

GOP presidential hopeful Herman Cain finished first in a new poll asking Indianapolis voters who they would choose in the Republican primary.

Indiana University will host a celebration Thursday commemorating the 63 university and college campuses across Indiana that are being connected through an ultra high-speed network.

Last Saturday, I went home for my new brother’s first birthday in America. Yes, he is a brand new addition to our family, but not in the way you might think. This was his first birthday in the states, but last Saturday he turned eight, because the first seven years of his life were spent in an orphanage in China.

INDIANAPOLIS – Hosting a Super Bowl is something most major cities dream about, and this February, Indianapolis will have the privilege, bringing national attention and focus that local officials hope to parlay into economic development and tourism.

One year after Republicans swept most of Indiana’s major state and local elections, Democrats are seeking retribution in this fall’s mayoral races – and the outcome could be a signal of the political landscape for 2012.

The reason for most people to go to college is to receive a degree and get a job with that degree at the end of four years.

The Super Bowl brings its share of issues to a host city, Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller said Friday. Among them: An increased commercial sex industry that can include human trafficking.

A Maryland man accused of blackmailing teenage girls into sending him explicit photos and videos is facing additional federal charges after prosecutors say he stalked another girl on the internet while out on bond following his initial arrest.

Southern Indiana lawmakers with districts along the Ohio River are planning a new legislative caucus to represent the region’s distinct interests and push for infrastructure funding and other projects.

Senate bill 74, dealing with adult guardianships and jurisdiction between states, passed by the Senate.

A bill that would make it easier for adults who were adopted as children to find their birth parents took a step toward becoming law Wednesday.

Indiana Senate passes bills dealing with public intoxication, school board elections and gambling.

Hammond Democratic Mayor Thomas McDermott says that he supports a bill that allows mayors to establish charter schools.

The Indiana Senate passed bills on Monday that would establish harsher penalties for invasion of privacy by photography and decrease the penalties for public intoxication.

President Barack Obama is scheduled to give his State of the Union address Tuesday night. With a struggling economy and unemployment rates still around 9 percent, Obama is expected to discuss jobs and job creation during his speech.

Tony Bennett and Nate Schnellenberger debate education reform during a radio forum.

Indiana legislators on Wednesday answered Republican Gov. Mitch Daniels’ call to overhaul the state’s education system during committee meetings in both the House and Senate.

Sen. Mike Delph proposes legislation to push Indiana school's start date after Labor Day. Teacher and principal associations oppose the bill.

A senate bill would appoint an emergency manager for cities and counties. The bill is now before the General Assembly and faces much debate.

Governor Daniels calls for education reform. Democrats claim there are more pressing concerns.

Surveys show that Indiana residents choose school choice.

The Indiana Senate met today and responded to the shootings in Tucson Arizona that put Rep. Gabrielle Giffords in the hospital and killed six others.

Indiana Senate congratulated the ROTC and the Unity Choir of Fort Wayne in Thursday's session.

The Indiana Senate opened its 2011 session Wednesday. Majority and Minority leaders say agree that it will take a bipartisan effort to get a budget passed. Both senate leaders agree that the budget will be the biggest issue the senate faces this session.

The events of the past week and a half have led some to wonder if perhaps another conflict, not on a global scale, is not too far away.

One thing that many of us forget, however, is that most of all we need to stop and think about what we are thankful for on Thanksgiving. Just this past Tuesday, Salvatore Giunta, a U.S soldier from Iowa, was awarded the Medal of Honor, the highest possible award that a United States soldier can receive.

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and with it comes thoughts of all the great things that come with the holiday. Most people, like myself, are looking forward to delicious Thanksgiving dinners with turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, stuffing, cranberries and any kind of pie a person can think of. Some of us look forward to watching football games and wondering who the Detroit Lions are going to lose to this year.

It’s one of the most dreaded things for parents and children alike. No one likes it; everyone wishes that it was over as soon as it starts. The dreaded family car ride.

Brazil has shocked the world with the election of its first female president, something America has failed to do.

Election Day is just a few days away and that means one thing for students here at college, it means it is time to vote.

Germany has finally paid off their reparations for losing World War I. Sunday, Oct. 3, ninety years after the end of the “war to end all wars,” Germany paid off the last of the debt in the form of a 70 million Euro payment.

Malls around the United States are starting to ban teens 18 and under from entering unless they are accompanied by a parent or guardian who is over the age of 21.

What other options are out there for a student who does not want to go Greek?

Zach Osowski reminisces about his own first days of school as students across campus head back to classes at Franklin College.

Junior Daniel Gates and Professor John Wood are both former veterans who now find themselves at Franklin College. Veterans were honored Wednesday with Lt. Col. Brad Fishel's message and a luminary ceremony at See You at the Pole.

The 'fall frolic,' now known as Homecoming, is gearing up for its 91st celebration. The Franklin takes a look back at the history of this time-honored tradition.

Back in Sept., the U.S. House passed the Student Aid and Financial Responsibility Act, which would essentially make the government the sole lender to students.

Sen. Richard Lugar spoke to Franklin College Sunday in celebration of the 175th anniversary. He expressed the severe need for education reform in Indiana and nationwide.