Semiconductor Investment: SK hynix will hold a groundbreaking Aug. 27 for a $3.87 billion Indiana advanced packaging and R&D plant in West Lafayette, targeting high bandwidth memory for AI. EV Supply Chain: Samsung SDI will buy out GM’s 49.99% stake in their Indiana battery joint venture, ending the partnership as EV demand growth slows. Healthcare Costs & Access: Hospitals are pushing more upfront payments, and Indiana’s Medicaid work requirement could put 200,000 to 300,000 low-income Hoosiers at risk starting Jan. 1, 2027. Drug Enforcement: Eli Lilly filed six lawsuits over alleged illegal sales of experimental obesity drug retatrutide, escalating action against compounding pharmacies, medical spas and online sellers. Indiana Education & Workforce Research: Ball State economist Michael Hicks is leaving after 19 years to lead Shenandoah University’s combined College of Business and Technology. Local Housing: Allen County is moving toward selling a former Byron Health property (about 62 acres) after an $8 million appraisal, with developers already showing interest. Road Funding: Indiana builders warn the state must reinstate gas taxes and find new revenue as the suspension is set to cost $533 million in road-funding. Storm Fallout: Severe weather hit northwest Indiana, knocking out power and disrupting fuel access as residents scramble for supplies.