Homelessness increases by 7% in Marion County in 2025
The number of people experiencing homelessness in Indianapolis has increased 7% from last year, with 1,815 people in Marion County currently without housing, and 56% of them identifying as Black.
Beech Grove man charged for allegedly shooting and killing his neighbor’s cat
A Beech Grove man has been charged for allegedly shooting and killing his neighbor’s cat, Oreo on Wednesday.
Gov. Mike Braun on Immigration
STATEWIDE – Indiana Governor Mike Braun on Thursday reiterated his “worst first” approach to undocumented immigrant deportations, emphasizing the state’s cooperation with federal authorities and the upcoming use of Camp Atterbury for detention. His comments followed recent federal apprehensions in the state. Just two...
Man dies after being shot inside car on Indy’s south side
A man found shot in a car on the south side of Indianapolis died at the hospital and police are searching for the person responsible.
IMPD Officer Saves Child from Hot Car, Reinforcing ‘Sworn to Serve’ Campaign in Indianapolis
An Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) officer demonstrated a swift act of service by rescuing a child from a hot car, emphasized as part of their 'Sworn to Serve' campaign. The rescue, documented in a video, was shared on the IMPD News' social media page, showcasing the dangers of leaving children...
Catholic Charities Food Bank receives over $80,000 in state funding
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — A local foodbank will benefit from funding included in Indiana’s Biennial State Budget. Catholic Charities Terre Haute’s Food Bank is one of eleven food banks in Indiana receiving funding. Catholic Charities will receive $89,200 in the fiscal year of 2026. Assistant Agency Director...
Advocates, experts fear increase in food insecurity following SNAP cuts
Low-income Hoosiers are about to get a whole lot hungrier. At least, that’s the concern of state advocates and national researchers focused on combatting food insecurity after Congress decided to cut funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, earlier this month. “We anticipate that folks...
Therapist at autism facility arrested, accused of molesting infant
A registered behavioral therapist from Pendleton, Indiana, Alec Hegge, was arrested on Thursday and is suspected of molesting children, including an infant. Investigators were looking for other possible victims due to his work with autistic children.
Butler University suspends its Social Justice and Diversity requirement
Butler suspends Social Justice and Diversity requirements. Photo by Andrew Buckley. EMMA MCLEAN | MANAGING EDITOR | [email protected]. CALEB DENORME | EDITOR-IN-CHIEF | [email protected]. Butler University has suspended its Social Justice and Diversity (SJD) academic requirement for students, citing compliance...
Fewer Indiana high schoolers are going to college as enrollment hits record low
Less than 52% of Indiana high school graduates enrolled in college in 2023 — the lowest rate on record, according to new state data. The drop continues a yearslong trend that could have long-term consequences for the state’s workforce and economy. The trend could eventually lead to lower...