More than 36% of people released from prison return within three years, according to the Indiana Department of Correction. Issues like finding work and housing, substance use and lack of outside support contribute to the state’s recidivism rate.
What contributes to Indiana’s recidivism rate? Here’s what an expert had to say Read More »
Securing a job after incarceration can be a barrier for some people re-entering society. Two groups in Indiana came together to help give justice-involved Hoosiers a second chance at employment.
People reentering society after being incarcerated often need a lot of support to succeed, including mental health and rehab services. Some Indiana advocates are calling on lawmakers to increase resources for that support statewide.
Indiana group says mental health services, expanded funding vital to lower recidivism Read More »
Indiana’s unemployment rate has improved, standing at 3.6% before seasonal adjustments. One expert names a few possible reasons behind this progress.
Indiana’s employment rate improves, but fewer people are looking for work Read More »
Union workers at Kroger stores across the country are negotiating their contracts with the company — including in central Indiana.
A previous version of that bill would have extended Indiana’s noncompete ban to all physicians was ultimately scaled back by lawmakers.
The proposed legislation would allow the Indiana Department of Workforce Development to create a skills training pilot program, available for eligible Hoosiers on the state’s unemployment insurance program.
Lawmakers propose solution to help address Indiana’s skilled worker shortage Read More »
Indiana House Democrats continue to advocate for expanding access to quality child care ahead of this year’s legislation session.
House Democrats want more funding to support child care access in Indiana Read More »
