New trash provider begins service in Indianapolis
Residents in Marion County, Indiana have a new trash and recycling provider, Lakeshore Recycling Systems, which has replaced Waste Management and Republic Services, and will provide free curbside recycling to all residents in 2028.
IFD: Person of interest detained in south side townhouse fire; no injuries reported
A person of interest was detained after a fire caused serious damage to an empty townhome unit in an apartment complex on Indy's south side late Sunday night.
FBI Indianapolis sees 112% arrest surge in 2025
The FBI Indianapolis Field Office achieved a 112% increase in arrests in 2025, resulting in over 300 arrests, 160 weapons confiscated, 34 arrests in the VCAC program, and significant prison sentences and restitution orders in cases involving over 1,000 victims and multi-million-dollar fraud schemes.
Police: Man wanted for murder, burglary turns himself in
INDIANAPOLIS — A wanted man surrendered last week after a near 7-week search by the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department. 19-year-old Antwan Hayes had an active warrant for a reported murder and burglary with a deadly weapon at the 3500 block of Oxford St. on Nov. 11, 2025. The victim of the shooting was...
Body of missing Broad Ripple teen, Robert “RJ” Williams found
INDIANAPOLIS — The body of a missing Broad Ripple teen, Robert “RJ” Williams, was found on Saturday afternoon. According to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, around 1 p.m., an officer was randomly conducting a drone search in the 6300 block of Westfield Boulevard. During that search, a body was found...
Property Tax Relief Bill Now in Place
Indiana’s Senate Enrolled Act 1 will provide $1.3 billion in property tax relief over the next three years, including a new 10% homestead credit (capped at $300) and increased deductions for seniors. The law phases in a two-third property tax deduction on the assessed value...
Indiana BMV reminds drivers of new vehicle color change law taking effect in 2026
The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles is reminding Hoosiers of a change to state law that will take effect Jan. 1, 2026, requiring vehicle owners to report certain color changes to their vehicles. The law requires vehicle owners to notify the BMV when the color of a passenger vehicle is...
Two people arrested following $7 million drug bust in Indiana
INDIANA — Indiana State Police seized an estimated $7 million worth of cocaine from a semi-truck traveling through central Indiana during a routine traffic stop Saturday afternoon. According to the Indiana State Police, a trooper conducted a stop around 1:30 p.m. on a semi tractor-trailer near the 41-mile marker on...
Marion County Coroner’s Office seek public’s help in identifying fatal pedestrian
The Marion County Coroner's Office is seeking help to identify a female pedestrian who was hit and killed on New Year's Day, with several distinctive tattoos that may help in her identification.
Color Change Rule Now Applies To Indiana Drivers
A new Indiana law now requires drivers to update vehicle registration records when a car’s exterior color is changed, and in some cases the penalty can rise to a criminal charge.

















