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In September, Indiana's private employment peaked with over 2.8 million jobs reported.

Indiana's labor force participation rate increases for the third month in a row

Timoria Cunningham

In September, Indiana's private employment peaked with over 2.8 million jobs reported.

According to the Chamber’s report, parents who miss work bring on cost to themselves and their employer. The estimated economic impact factors in the costs of employee absenteeism and turnover, and lost tax revenue which the report said is more than $1 billion a year.

Indiana's child care issues cost the state $4 billion last year, Chamber report says

Timoria Cunningham

In a recent survey of Hoosier parents, 57 percent said they’ve recently missed work or school due to child care-related issues.

The "Live in Our Shoes for a Day" report details recommendations to increase support for those with disabilities financially and in the workplace.

New report makes recommendations to prevent people with disabilities from leaving the workforce

Timoria Cunningham

The "Live in Our Shoes for a Day" report details recommendations to increase support for those with disabilities financially and in the workplace.

The unemployment rate for July stands at 4 percent — slightly better than the national average which is at 4.3 percent.

Indiana's unemployment rate continues its streak, worsens for fourth straight month

Timoria Cunningham

The unemployment rate for July stands at 4 percent — slightly better than the national average which is at 4.3 percent.

In 2022, the median hourly wage for a woman in Indiana was $21.53. But after factoring in taxes and typical child care costs, an average worker at that rate could earn less than $4.

Low wages, child care availability push women out of Indiana's workforce, study says

Timoria Cunningham

In 2022, the median hourly wage for a woman in Indiana was $21.53. But after factoring in taxes and typical child care costs, an average worker at that rate could earn less than $4.

Four regional CTE centers received a $700,000 grant from Ascend Indiana.

Four CTE centers receive $700,000 apprenticeship grant

Kirsten Adair

The grant will fund apprenticeships in healthcare, IT, advanced manufacturing and business.

Local governments can use the money for things like creating energy efficiency plans and audits, replacing streetlights, purchasing electric vehicles and charging infrastructure, and training workers in clean energy jobs.

Indiana employers weigh in on experience vs. education in hiring

Last year, the Indiana Chamber of Commerce released the Indiana Prosperity 2035 initiative, which stresses the importance of an educated workforce to promote economic growth.

Ball State economist Michael Hicks (left) listens to U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-IN).

As Indiana politicians tout tech manufacturing, Ball State’s economist says it’s better for state economy

One economist discusses how new Indiana tech manufacturing, like semiconductor plants, improve the state's economy.

Sherry Dunbar-Kruzan points to an injection molding press at TASUS in Bloomington. As the talent development and recruiting manager, she works with Ivy Tech Community College to set up education and skills training for employees.

Employers and Ivy Tech partner for affordable, free college and skills training

Aubrey Wright

Thousands of Indiana employees have received investments from employers for education and training.

Hundreds of remote workers have relocated their families to Indiana through the MakeMyMove incentive program — and even more are expected to transplant to the state in the next five years.

Indiana cities are dishing out thousands of dollars to get out-of-state workers to relocate

Hundreds of families have already participated in the MakeMyMove program and now call Indiana home.