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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.

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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>

Meet The Maker: Alicia Mckoy

Meet the Indy-based entrepreneur using cutting edge tech to help Hoosiers cut stress.

Meet Alicia Mckoy, an Indy-based entrepreneur using cutting edge tech to help Hoosiers cut stress.The inspo: Mckoy is the founder and CEO of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Peak Mind" data-vars-click-url="https://joinpeakmind.com/" data-vars-content-id="028b04ef-6da2-4a64-8d44-0c71479a1b74" data-vars-headline="Meet The Maker: Alicia Mckoy" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://joinpeakmind.com/" target="_blank">Peak Mind</a>, a technology startup that uses AI, biometrics and immersive tools like VR to help individuals and organizations understand and manage stress in real time.

Indianapolis author writes Indy 500 romance novel

Kate Shoup's insider status gives the book authenticity you don't always find.

Kate Shoup knows a little about love in the IndyCar garages.Why it matters: The Indianapolis author met her husband, an engineer for the Arrow McLaren team, when she moved in next door to him. Call it luck or happenstance or fate — it&#x27;s nearly the stuff of romance novels.

The worst and best times to drive over Memorial Day Weekend in Indiana

Pro tip: Sunday has light traffic all day.

Hoosiers should stay off the road Thursday and Friday afternoon if you want to avoid the worst <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Memorial Day weekend" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/05/23/memorial-day-weekend-2025-federal-holiday-meaning" data-vars-content-id="daa697c6-4602-4311-88f6-1f135e07bb6d" data-vars-headline="The worst and best times to drive over Memorial Day Weekend in Indiana" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/05/23/memorial-day-weekend-2025-federal-holiday-meaning" target="_self">Memorial Day weekend</a> traffic, according to INRIX forecasts.Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="AAA predicts" data-vars-click-url="https://www.ace.aaa.com/travel/advocacy/memorial-day-travel-forecast-safety-tips.html" data-vars-content-id="daa697c6-4602-4311-88f6-1f135e07bb6d" data-vars-headline="The worst and best times to drive over Memorial Day Weekend in Indiana" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.ace.aaa.com/travel/advocacy/memorial-day-travel-forecast-safety-tips.html" target="_blank">AAA predicts</a> this will be the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="busiest Memorial Day ever" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/05/12/memorial-day-travel-forecast-record-aaa" data-vars-content-id="daa697c6-4602-4311-88f6-1f135e07bb6d" data-vars-headline="The worst and best times to drive over Memorial Day Weekend in Indiana" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/05/12/memorial-day-travel-forecast-record-aaa" target="_self">busiest Memorial Day ever</a> for travel — meaning your departure time could <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="make or break" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/23/travel-delays-shutdown-security-airfare-prices" data-vars-content-id="daa697c6-4602-4311-88f6-1f135e07bb6d" data-vars-headline="The worst and best times to drive over Memorial Day Weekend in Indiana" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/23/travel-delays-shutdown-security-airfare-prices" target="_self">make or break</a> your trip.

Indiana changes hospital payments to promote affordability

Hospitals that keep prices in check can get increased supplemental payments.

Indiana has made major changes to the way it pays hospitals in an effort to make health care more affordable, taking a novel approach that officials have said is a first in the nation.Why it matters: It&#x27;s a real attempt at lowering Indiana&#x27;s high hospital prices, something that could eventually lower costs for Hoosiers.

The City-County Council passed a data center moratorium. Here's what's next

The nonbinding resolution doesn't do much.

Interest in building data centers in Indianapolis is growing — and so is neighborhood opposition to the hulking facilities.Why it matters: The City-County Council is part of that opposition, at least until the city adopts stricter regulations for how the facilities operate and where they&#x27;re located.

30 Over 30: The Tibbs Drive-in time machine

Indy's only drive-in theater delivers good times and big nostalgia at a low cost.

Welcome back to Axios Indianapolis&#x27; &quot;30 Over 30,&quot; a series celebrating the icons that have shaped our city for 30 years or more.After nearly six decades, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tibbs Drive-in" data-vars-click-url="https://tibbsdriveintheatre.com/" data-vars-content-id="708b68d5-0299-486b-bb1a-8a278d29a925" data-vars-headline="30 Over 30: The Tibbs Drive-in time machine" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://tibbsdriveintheatre.com/" target="_blank">Tibbs Drive-in</a> stands on the west side as Indy&#x27;s last drive-in theater and perhaps the city&#x27;s most effective time machine.Why it matters: Affordable family fun in this economy?! Unheard of.

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Meet The Maker: Alicia Mckoy

LIV Golf's uncertain future in Central Indiana

Indianapolis author writes Indy 500 romance novel

Indianapolis Public Schools senior heading to Columbia University

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