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Scoop: Pence says Jan. 6 defendants shouldn't get access to public dollars

The former vice president has a new book on conservatism coming out next month.

Politics & Policy

Former Vice President <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Mike Pence" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/05/05/pence-jfk-courage-award-jan-6-trump" data-vars-content-id="1885e1c0-3d5b-46e4-807d-19a895ce0b69" data-vars-headline="Scoop: Pence says Jan. 6 defendants shouldn&#x27;t get access to public dollars" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/05/05/pence-jfk-courage-award-jan-6-trump" target="_self">Mike Pence</a> — once targeted by rioters during the Jan. 6 Capitol attack — says people who assaulted police officers that day should not receive taxpayer compensation under President Trump&#x27;s IRS settlement.The big picture: Pence has been praised for <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="resisting pressure" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/08/06/pence-says-trumps-lawyers-asked-him-to-reject-votes-outright" data-vars-content-id="1885e1c0-3d5b-46e4-807d-19a895ce0b69" data-vars-headline="Scoop: Pence says Jan. 6 defendants shouldn&#x27;t get access to public dollars" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/08/06/pence-says-trumps-lawyers-asked-him-to-reject-votes-outright" target="_self">resisting pressure</a> from Trump and allies to overturn or delay certification of former President <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Biden&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/joe-biden" data-vars-content-id="1885e1c0-3d5b-46e4-807d-19a895ce0b69" data-vars-headline="Scoop: Pence says Jan. 6 defendants shouldn&#x27;t get access to public dollars" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/joe-biden" target="_self">Biden&#x27;s</a> 2020 election victory.

LIV Golf's uncertain future in Central Indiana

The next edition of LIV Golf Indianapolis could be the very last as potential bankruptcy looms.

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The next edition of LIV Golf Indianapolis could be the very last.Why it matters: The challenger golf brand&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Westfield debut last summer" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/08/14/liv-golf-indianapolis-2025-championship-chatham-hills" data-vars-content-id="ecc076e4-ad06-4953-811e-102f60191a4a" data-vars-headline="LIV Golf&#x27;s uncertain future in Central Indiana" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/indianapolis/2025/08/14/liv-golf-indianapolis-2025-championship-chatham-hills" target="_self">Westfield debut last summer</a> was a big win for local tourism, setting attendance records for the league.

30 over 30: Indianapolis Motor Speedway

When it was built in 1909, the area was farmland.

Welcome back to &quot;30 Over 30,&quot; a series celebrating the staying power of Indianapolis landmarks that have endured for 30 years or more.It&#x27;d be impossible to do a series about the places that have shaped this city over decades without including the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.The big picture: If someone knows nothing else about Indianapolis, they&#x27;re probably familiar with the largest single-day sporting event held at the nation&#x27;s oldest continually operating racetrack.

Indianapolis Public Schools senior heading to Columbia University

Karol Redondo-Ponce plans to become an OB/GYN and use her bilingual skills.

When Karol Redondo-Ponce graduates from Shortridge High School Thursday, she&#x27;ll become the first person in her family to graduate high school.Why it matters: The daughter of Honduran immigrants who did not complete middle school, Redondo-Ponce will also become the first in her family to attend college when she starts at Columbia University this fall.<ul><li>She&#x27;s doing so backed by one of the nation&#x27;s most prestigious awards, the Gates Scholarship, which covers the full cost of a four-year college education for top Pell-eligible minority seniors.</li></ul>

Hoosier biochemists, brewers pour up America's past for its 250th birthday

Indiana University scientists are working with Hoosier breweries and old trees to toast America.

Indiana University scientists are working with Indiana breweries to give Hoosiers a taste of the nation&#x27;s past.Driving the brews: In honor of America&#x27;s 250th, researchers from IU&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="molecular &amp; cellular biochemistry" data-vars-click-url="https://mcb.indiana.edu/index.html" data-vars-content-id="4df39606-be25-4eb4-9e61-922727fb0f4a" data-vars-headline="Hoosier biochemists, brewers pour up America&#x27;s past for its 250th birthday" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://mcb.indiana.edu/index.html" target="_blank">molecular &amp; cellular biochemistry</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="biology" data-vars-click-url="https://biology.indiana.edu/index.html" data-vars-content-id="4df39606-be25-4eb4-9e61-922727fb0f4a" data-vars-headline="Hoosier biochemists, brewers pour up America&#x27;s past for its 250th birthday" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://biology.indiana.edu/index.html" target="_blank">biology</a> departments are using isolated yeast from 250-year-old oak trees to help craft the first 1776-inspired beer.

Farmers market season has arrived. Here's a dozen around Indianapolis to visit.

You can find a market most days of the week.

Food and Drink

April showers have given way to spring produce, which means it&#x27;s farmers&#x27; market season.Driving the news: Here are a dozen area farmers&#x27; markets, most of which are already open for the season.

30 over 30: Long's Bakery has survived 70 years for a reason

The west-side donut shop is still serving up classics.

Welcome back to 30 over 30, our occasional series on the places that have shaped the city through staying power.In honor of the Month of May, today we&#x27;re visiting a west-side staple: Long&#x27;s Bakery.Why it matters: Well, IYKYK. But if you don&#x27;t, this multigenerational, family-owned bakery has been serving hot, light-glazed donuts for more than seven decades.

Brews on Tues: An epic way to start the day

Epic Coffee made the move from pop-up shop to brick-and-mortar in fall 2024.

If you want the convenience of drive-thru caffeine with the good karma of supporting a small Hoosier business, then I&#x27;ve got a rec for you.Driving the brews: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Epic Coffee" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/epiccoffeeindy/" data-vars-content-id="39907538-a3b6-4800-92be-e09a590fa6dd" data-vars-headline="Brews on Tues: An epic way to start the day" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/epiccoffeeindy/" target="_blank">Epic Coffee</a> has been serving up lattes, espresso blends and baked treats off 146th Street in Carmel since fall 2024 with the support of producers from around the state.

The Inferno Room's new Cuban-inspired menu

In a stroke of good luck for Indianapolis foodies, chef Jose Plasencia has found a new home.

I first tasted chef Jose Plasencia&#x27;s Cuban food at an Indianapolis Ballet event last year and have been thinking about it pretty much every day since.Why it matters: Plasencia&#x27;s pop-up Átame found a permanent home earlier this year at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The Inferno Room" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/theinfernoroom/" data-vars-content-id="83903342-83d1-4050-b31a-e894d8fe7dbd" data-vars-headline="The Inferno Room&#x27;s new Cuban-inspired menu" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/theinfernoroom/" target="_blank">The Inferno Room</a>, the Fountain Square tiki bar.

Indianapolis joins Michelin restaurant guide

The Michelin Guide will rate Indianapolis restaurants for the first time in 2027.

Michelin, the famed restaurant guide, is adding Indianapolis for the first time.Why it matters: A Michelin star could elevate the Circle City&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="underrated food scene" data-vars-click-url="https://www.indianapolismonthly.com/food-and-drinks/indiana-nabs-seven-james-beard-nominations/" data-vars-content-id="2a6726c2-51b1-4103-981c-10c2ce7bd1c2" data-vars-headline="Indianapolis joins Michelin restaurant guide" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.indianapolismonthly.com/food-and-drinks/indiana-nabs-seven-james-beard-nominations/" target="_blank">underrated food scene</a> and draw <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="more national attention" data-vars-click-url="https://www.foodandwine.com/travel/best-food-cities" data-vars-content-id="2a6726c2-51b1-4103-981c-10c2ce7bd1c2" data-vars-headline="Indianapolis joins Michelin restaurant guide" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.foodandwine.com/travel/best-food-cities" target="_blank">more national attention</a>.

Recess is Indianapolis' first matcha cafe

There&#x27;s a cool new cafe in town and coffee isn&#x27;t (really) on the menu.Driving the brews: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Recess" data-vars-click-url="https://recess.love/?srsltid=AfmBOorTrJ4wZtMfE9yp6psq6fAmkLsKy2MlFkY0ryCPgwcFwsKXG_rm" data-vars-content-id="2e1f8411-17ff-42d5-8d49-f083383548e2" data-vars-headline="Recess is Indianapolis&#x27; first matcha cafe" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://recess.love/?srsltid=AfmBOorTrJ4wZtMfE9yp6psq6fAmkLsKy2MlFkY0ryCPgwcFwsKXG_rm" target="_blank">Recess</a>, Indy&#x27;s first matcha cafe, opened in January.

James Beard semifinalist Macizo makes food worth seeking out

Macizo is hidden in a strip mall on Indianapolis' northwest side.

I went to one of Indy&#x27;s best new restaurants for dinner last week and had the dining room virtually to myself.Why it matters: It can only mean that not enough people know about the delicious Mexican and Peruvian food being served up in a strip mall on the city&#x27;s northwest side.

Culinary Dropout's surprising salad ingredient

Culinary Dropout's butternut squash salad is just about perfect.

One of the best parts of writing this regular feature is the push to try new places.Driving the news: It&#x27;s been just over a year since Fox Restaurants opened neighboring eateries in Nora Plaza with two different concepts.<ul><li>There&#x27;s Flower Child, the health food spot, and Culinary Dropout is the cool one.</li></ul>

New Italian restaurant Monti is at home in hip Fountain Square

Delicious and a good value, Monti is a welcome addition.

The newest Italian restaurant in Fountain Square opened last month in the space vacated by Wine Market &amp; Table in 2023.<ul><li>Named for the Monti district in Rome, the small, focused menu features seasonal dishes and Italian farmhouse cuisine.</li></ul>

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Hoosier biochemists, brewers pour up America's past for its 250th birthday

Farmers market season has arrived. Here's a dozen around Indianapolis to visit.

30 over 30: Long's Bakery has survived 70 years for a reason

Brews on Tues: An epic way to start the day

The Inferno Room's new Cuban-inspired menu