Recent news and analysis on Indiana

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• Sam Snideman: "Indiana's child care debate can't lose sight of quality"

  The commentary argues that Indiana's child care policy must prioritize quality alongside affordability and accessibility. It highlights the importance of early childhood education for brain development and cites the On My Way Pre-K program's success, urging Hoosiers to ensure proposed rule changes maintain high standards for educators and learning outcomes.

• Indianapolis issues Knozone Action Day due to Canadian wildfire smoke

  The Indianapolis Office of Sustainability declared a Knozone Action Day for July 17 as Canadian wildfire smoke deteriorates air quality. The Indiana Department of Environmental Management also issued an Air Quality Action Day for much of the state, with the air quality index expected to reach 101-150, affecting sensitive groups.