Indianapolis has seen a surge in officer-involved shootings this year. WFYI’s criminal justice reporter Katrina Pross spoke with Indianapolis police officer Damon Young to talk about the department’s training in the use of force.

A former mayoral candidate has donated funds to help improve animal care in Indianapolis. The gift comes from Jefferson Shreve, who vowed to give his mayoral salary to the effort if elected.

U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland met with Indiana law enforcement members Monday during a summit to address violent crime across the country.

A new look at the possible future of the interstate system in downtown Indianapolis is available through a new website focused on the ongoing overhaul of I-65/I-70.

An Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department officer fired their gun during a car chase on the city’s westside early Sunday morning. Neither the driver nor the passenger inside the pursued vehicle were hit by the shot.

Two Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department officers were found not guilty of multiple charges stemming from an incident that occurred during the 2020 racial justice protests in downtown Indianapolis.

There are various local organizations that seek to brighten the season for struggling families by providing much-needed services and gifts.

An Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department officer shot and killed a man on the city’s southwest side Thursday night during an apparent hostage situation.

Nurses at IU Health’s University and Methodist hospitals say they are planning to unionize.

A program that helps communities build their infrastructure dream projects has reopened, and targeted sidewalks, trails, and roads can benefit from matching city funds.