Democrats React to Biden Stepping Down, Local Control Over Short-Term Rentals, West Nile Virus Case, Diversifying Motorsports, Indiana Wants Input on High School Diploma Overhaul

Indiana’s Democratic party and some Indiana voters are reacting to the news that President Joe Biden will not run for reelection. A proposal to add some local control over short-term rentals in Indianapolis moved forward this week. The Indiana Department of Health is warning people to use insect repellent and wear protective clothing following the state’s first reported West Nile virus disease case of 2024. As Nascar drivers zip around the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, organizations are getting in on the excitement with efforts to diversify the motorsports industry. Indiana’s overhaul of high school diploma requirements is still underway. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. Today's episode of WFYI News Now was produced by Drew Daudelin and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.