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Tonight At 6 On ‘Indiana Newsdesk’

Coming up on Indiana Newsdesk.

Lawmakers hope to make the most of their ten week short session. They reconvened at the statehouse this week. Coming up the top issues they'll debate and whether they'll be able to find common ground.

One thing after another delayed results from the standardized ISTEP exam students took last year. The numbers are finally in and the drop in scores is dramatic. Our StateImpact education team breaks down the results and explains what's being done to lessen impact on students and teachers.

Shifting gears… The available helium is declining. Why should you care? It means you might pay more for balloons, but it could also affect things you don't consider – like your healthcare. We'll explain.

Those stories plus the latest headlines from across the state Friday at 6 p.m. on Indiana Newsdesk.