Drug Supply Chain & Biotech Manufacturing: The FDA picked seven companies for its PreCheck Pilot Program, aiming for earlier regulatory engagement for new U.S. manufacturing sites; Eli Lilly’s Lebanon, Indiana facility is among the selected. Health Coverage Pressure in Indiana: KFF reports nearly 60,000 fewer Hoosiers signed up for ACA coverage after enhanced tax credits expired, and more coverage losses could push emergency department use higher. Indiana Trans Athlete Policy: The U.S. Supreme Court upheld transgender athlete bans, clearing the way for Indiana’s 2022 and 2025 laws to remain in place. Agriculture Tech & Plant Disease: Purdue researchers confirm tar spot in Tippecanoe County and stress early scouting, including drones and AI-assisted crop monitoring. Local Medical Access: Spring View Hospital added board-certified OB-GYN Dr. Eric Griffin, expanding minimally invasive and robotic women’s health services. Workforce & Industry: ThyssenKrupp Presta North America will close its Terre Haute plant, cutting 207 jobs. Research Ethics Oversight: AAHRPP granted full accreditation to five more research entities, including Merck’s research operations and MedStar Health Research Institute. Public Safety: Three men were arrested in an Evansville armed robbery investigation using FLOCK license plate reader technology. STEM/Community Learning: Genesis ran multiple STREAM career exploration camps, from building trades to diesel and veterinary science. Science in the News (Indiana angle): Indiana’s data-center debate continues amid broader public backlash and policy scrutiny.