January 16, 2026
Andrea Hunley won't seek Senate reelection, fueling speculation about run for Indianapolis mayor
Hunley did not reveal her future plans in a Friday statement, but there has been ongoing speculation she'll join the race for Indianapolis mayor in 2027.
Read MoreJanuary 15, 2026
Rezoning decision on Martindale-Brightwood data center delayed
Residents of the historically Black neighborhood have pushed back for months against the proposed development from Metrobloks, a California-based data center developer.
Read MoreJanuary 15, 2026
IHA approves sale of 7 affordable housing properties
The apartments will be sold to a Seattle-based developer.
Read MoreJanuary 15, 2026
After 2 shootings and a fire, IHA leader says 'we're doing what we can'
Plus: Some advocates want more from Mayor Joe Hogsett.
Read MoreJanuary 15, 2026
The Marion County jail reached capacity and will no longer hold people for ICE beyond 48 hours
Sheriff Kerry Forestal said the jail reached capacity as a result of 175 people convicted of state crimes awaiting transfer to state prison facilities and could result in a budgetary shortfall of around $2.7 million for the office.
Read MoreJanuary 15, 2026
Vop Osili announces candidacy for Indianapolis mayor
Former president of the Indianapolis City-County Council Vop Osili announced his campaign for Indianapolis mayor in the 2027 election.
Read MoreJanuary 14, 2026
Ford challenges Spartz for 5th Congressional District, says redistricting fight motivated move
State Senator J.D. Ford announced he will challenge U.S. Rep. Victoria Spartz in Indiana's 5th Congressional District.
Read MoreJanuary 14, 2026
Philanthropist Lois Eskenazi passes away at age 92
Well-known Indiana philanthropist Lois Eskenazi passed away last week near her part-time home in Florida at the age of 92. Multiple Indiana leaders expressed their gratitude for her contribution to health and the arts.
Read MoreJanuary 13, 2026
Beech Grove gets $17 million to improve dangerous street
The City of Beech Grove was awarded over $17 million in federal grant money to finish safety improvements on Emerson Avenue.
Read MoreJanuary 9, 2026
Indy Pride announces new director, board leadership
Jennifer Carruthers is the new executive director for Indy Pride.
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