‘It’s called progress’: Owners of farmland eyed for Google data center speak out
Google has agreed to purchase a large piece of farmland in Marion County's Franklin Township from the Pelkos, who believe the data center is the best option available for the land and are enthusiastic about Google's plans to create 93 acres of green space and a multiuse path along Troy Avenue.
IMPD: Body Found in Castleton Pond
INDIANAPOLIS — A body was found Wednesday morning in a pond near East 82nd and Craig streets in the Castleton area of Indianapolis. Emergency crews responded to the scene, and the case is being treated as a death investigation. No further details have been released.
Indiana Woman Arrested for Fatally Stabbing Boyfriend After Domestic Dispute in Front of Her...
Indianapolis, IN – An Indiana woman has been arrested and charged with the fatal stabbing of her boyfriend after a violent domestic dispute early Saturday morning. Police say Mirla Gonzalez-Palma, 31, stabbed Breyner “Breynerd” Perez-Matute, 20, in the chest after he allegedly assaulted her in front of her...
Indiana seeing surge in drug 100x more potent than fentanyl
INDIANAPOLIS — A deadly statewide drug trend is worrying local health officials. Carfentanil is a synthetic opioid a hundred times more powerful than fentanyl, and it’s quickly showing up in more Indiana street drugs. “All of these drugs are just cut with these poisons,” said Hamilton County Coroner Jeff Jellison....
Attorney General Rokita issues Civil Investigative Demand against Butler
Attorney General Rokita files a Civil Investigative Demand to investigate Butler for racial discrimination via diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. Collegian file photo. Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita issued a Civil Investigative Demand (CID) to Butler University on Aug. 13, aiming to further...
State officials urge Hoosiers to use EBT card lock feature to prevent theft
INDIANA — In an effort to combat SNAP benefit theft, state officials are urging Indiana EBT cardholders to use the card’s lock feature. Currently, only 3% of SNAP EBT cardholders in Indiana utilize this tool, leaving their benefits vulnerable to theft through card skimming, cloning, and other fraudulent methods.
‘Beyond el Barrio’ documentary explores the history of Latinos in Indianapolis
Sept. 15 marked the start of Hispanic heritage month, but Nicole Martinez-LeGrand is doing the work year-round. In her role as multicultural collections curator for the Indiana Historical Society, she researches and preserves the history of the state’s underrepresented communities. One blog post in 2020 blossomed...
One woman arrested after person found dead in driveway in Indiana
INDIANA — A Shelbyville woman has been arrested on child neglect charges after police say her 22-month-old child was found dead in a driveway late Wednesday night. According to the Shelbyville Police Department, officers responded around 10:45 p.m. to the 900 block of Hale Road following a report of an unresponsive...
Tiny homes, duplexes planned at westside church to help homeless
Lynhurst Baptist Church and Sanctuary Indy have partnered to build a community of tiny homes and duplexes for the homeless, with the goal of having the first six tiny homes built this winter and the rest of the project completed next year.
Stolen Guns and Vehicles Recovered Across Central Indiana, Three Kids Arrested
FISHERS, Ind.–The Fishers Police Department, IMPD, and an FBI Task Force all combined to arrest three kids this week because they say they broke into hundreds of cars across Indianapolis and Fishers. “Criminals that would come out and do these crimes in our communities don’t have borders. Our message today is neither...
