December 21, 2023
Christmas toy giveaway offers healing and holiday cheer for crime victims’ families
Mothers Against Violence Healing Ministry orchestrated their annual Christmas toy giveaway Dec. 12, offering comfort to those grappling with the repercussions of violence.
Read MoreDecember 20, 2023
Circle Centre Mall sale and redevelopment will transform the downtown Indianapolis space
Plans for the redevelopment of Circle Centre Mall are underway with a move to sell the space in the heart of downtown Indianapolis.
Read MoreDecember 19, 2023
Gleaners reports a significant spike in food assistance
Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana reports a spike in the number of meals served, and food insecurity continues to rise, despite improvements in the economy.
Read MoreDecember 17, 2023
City Market closure date set as entire city block prepares for facelift
Indianapolis’s City Market will temporarily close while the redevelopment of that city block gets underway.
Read MoreDecember 15, 2023
IMPD Chief Randal Taylor announces resignation
Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department Chief Randal Taylor announced Friday he will resign from his position at the end of the year.
Read MoreDecember 15, 2023
A long-time City-County Councilor reflects before retirement
An Indianapolis City-County Council member who has represented his district for 20 years is retiring at the end of 2023. William "Duke" Oliver is an Indianapolis native with deep roots in the community that he's served. Oliver sat down with WFYI's Jill Sheridan to talk about his history on the council.
Read MoreDecember 14, 2023
New chimpanzee complex to open at the Indianapolis Zoo
A new chimpanzee habitat is nearing completion at the Indianapolis Zoo. The International Chimpanzee Complex is one of the largest in the U.S. and will house one of the largest communities for the great apes.
Read MoreDecember 14, 2023
Two-time ABA champion and Indiana Mr. Basketball winner George McGinnis dies at 73
George McGinnis, a Hall of Fame forward who was a two-time ABA champion and three-time All-Star in the NBA and ABA, died Thursday. He was 73.
Read MoreDecember 14, 2023
IMPD addresses this year's surge in police action shootings
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.
Read MoreDecember 12, 2023
Shreve donates to animal nonprofits after campaign promise
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.
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