January 23, 2026
Arrests made in shooting of Tippecanoe County judge. One suspect was scheduled for trial in his courtroom
Five people have been formally charged with the shooting of Tippecanoe Superior Court Judge Steven Meyer, including one suspect scheduled to stand trial in Meyer's own courtroom.
Read MoreJanuary 21, 2026
Homeless camps targeted again through new bill at the statehouse
Indiana lawmakers are considering a ban on homeless encampments for the second year in a row. The Senate Bill would prohibit people from camping in public spaces.
Read MoreJanuary 21, 2026
Two eviction programs are merging in Indianapolis
But some key positions are still unfilled.
Read MoreJanuary 19, 2026
Police search for shooter after Indiana judge, wife shot at home
Police still search for a suspect after an Indiana judge and his wife were found shot at their Lafayette home Sunday. Tippecanoe Superior Court Judge 2 Steve Meyer and wife Kimberly are reported in stable condition.
Read MoreJanuary 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.
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