7/15/26 PM UPDATE: L3Harris lands $955M contract; Indiana launches nuclear readiness program; Saint Mary's College expands its Spark Lab

7/15/26 PM UPDATE: L3Harris lands $955M contract; Indiana launches nuclear readiness program; Saint Mary's College expands its Spark Lab

Inside Indiana Business Radio for the afternoon of July 15, 2026. L3Harris Technologies has secured a $955 million contract from the U.S. Space Force's Space Development Agency.. Indiana officials have launched the Advanced Nuclear Ready Community program to help communities prepare for and attract future nuclear energy projects. State utility regulators have opened investigations into utility profit margins and bill charges as part of a broader effort to improve energy affordability for Hoosiers. Saint Mary's College is expanding its Spark Lab to strengthen entrepreneurship and innovation opportunities for students, small businesses and community partners. Gov. Mike Braun is ending Indiana's Minority and Women's Business Enterprises procurement program following an advisory opinion from Attorney General Todd Rokita. Plus, the Merrillville Town Council has delayed action on a resolution tied to a proposed federal immigration detention facility. Get the latest business news from throughout the state at InsideINdianaBusiness.com.

7/15/26 AM UPDATE: Merrillville leaders push back against AG; Valpo considers data center moratorium; New Noblesville water tower near completion

Inside INdiana Business Radio for the morning of July 15, 2026. The Merrillville Town Council on Tuesday moved to table a vote to rescind an earlier resolution opposing a reported ICE detention facility in the town. Valparaiso leaders are considering a moratorium on future data center development. Work is nearly complete on a 150-foot elevated water tower in Noblesville that is part of a $15 million project. Plus, the Indiana Chamber and Aspire Johnson County are teaming up on workforce development efforts. Get the latest business news from throughout the state at InsideINdianaBusiness.com.

7/14/26 PM UPDATE: Indiana home sales rise; Copperworks invests $32M in New Haven facility; Indiana Chamber updates economic plan

Inside Indiana Business Radio for the afternoon of July 14, 2026. Indiana's housing market posted steady gains through the first half of 2026, according to the Indiana Association of Realtors. SDI LaFarga Copperworks is investing $32 million to expand its manufacturing operations in New Haven, adding two buildings and 12 jobs. The Indiana Chamber of Commerce has updated its Prosperity 2035 economic vision plan. Indiana pharmacy regulators have approved a disciplinary settlement with IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital. Inflation cooled more than expected in June as lower gasoline prices helped ease overall price growth. Plus, a new program to help northeast Indiana manufacturers divert waste from landfills while reducing transportation costs and truck traffic. Get the latest business news from throughout the state at InsideIndianaBusiness.com.

7/14/26 AM UPDATE: Zero waste-to-landfill program launches; Indy data center moratorium advances; READI Arts & Culture grants awarded

Inside INdiana Business Radio for the morning of July 14, 2026. New Jersey-based Reworld has launched a program in Fort Wayne that helps northeast Indiana manufacturers keep waste out of landfills. Officials in Indianapolis have advanced a proposed data center moratorium. Gov. Mike Braun's office has awarded more than $62 million in grants to support arts and culture projects throughout the state. Plus, the ACLU of Indiana has filed suit over alleged poor conditions at the Monroe County Jail, and a construction contract has been awarded for a $7 million pedestrian bridge project in Fort Wayne. Get the latest business news from throughout the state at InsideINdianaBusiness.com.

7/13/26 PM UPDATE: Newton County bank closes; New CEO for STARTedUP Foundation; State employees to receive bonus

Inside Indiana Business Radio for the afternoon of July 10, 2026. The FDIC has closed Kentland Federal Savings and Loan Association and entered into an agreement with Kentland Bank to purchase the assets and assume the deposits of Kentland Federal. The STARTedUP Foundation in Indianapolis has promoted from within to name its new CEO. A Vincennes University professor has been named an Indiana Master Farmer. Plus, a South Bend deli owner marks 10 years in business, and Gov. Mike Braun has announced one-time bonuses for state employees. Get the latest business news from throughout the state at InsideIndianaBusiness.com.