‘It’s a miracle’: Fountain Square homeless camp residents to get housing
People living in a homeless encampment in Fountain Square are next in line for housing through the city’s Streets to Home Indy project. The Office of Public Health and Safety announced the decision Aug. 15. The office was facing criticism for its decision to close the camp on Leonard Street earlier this month without...
Indiana’s ‘one bite’ rule: What dog owners must know about liability
Indiana's dog bite laws, highlighted by attorney Emily Chimenti, emphasize the state's 'one bite' rule, where owners are alerted to potential danger after the first incident. Victims have a two-year window to pursue legal claims, underscoring the importance of understanding these regulations.
Interview: Local leader talks about work to prevent youth violence
Youth violence in Indianapolis recently received high profile local and statewide attention after a number of shootings involving teens. Many non-profits work to counter the root causes of this violence, including the Boys and Girls Club of Indianapolis. WFYI’s Jill Sheridan asked CEO Maggie Lewis about its programs...
Homicides, other violent crime down in Indianapolis this year
Homicides in Indianapolis fell by nearly 30% in the first six months of 2025 compared to the same period last year, new national crime data shows. Why it matters: Indy's drop is consistent with many of the nation's large and midsize cities, reinforcing a broader decline in violent crime since the pandemic surge.
‘Living in a hotel environment’: Indy teen fatally shot in prohibited short-term rental unit
A 17-year-old was shot and killed at an Indianapolis apartment complex that residents say is being used as a hotspot for short-term rentals, raising concerns about safety and security in the building.
“It will be devastating for me.” People with disabilities could face significant cuts under...
People with disabilities could face significant cuts to therapy services if Indiana’s proposed changes to Medicaid waivers are approved. Lawmakers and advocates gathered at the statehouse on Friday to oppose the reductions. The state could submit a request to the federal government as early as next month. The state...
Indy police help 18-year-old escape human trafficking at north side hotel: docs
INDIANAPOLIS — An Indianapolis man is under arrest after police say officers helped an 18-year-old escape from being human trafficked at a north side hotel. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department said officers were called Thursday to a hotel in the 9000 block of Wesleyan Road for a welfare check. Upon...
Public meetings set to discuss AES Indiana rate hike with state regulatory commission
AES Indiana is seeking approval for a 13.5% rate increase for households consuming at least 1,000 kilowatt-hours per month, with public hearings scheduled to discuss the proposed increase and its impact on residents.
Bobcat Fever on the Rise in Southern Indiana
Local veterinarians are sounding the alarm about a potentially deadly feline disease. Bobcat Fever is spreading in Southern Indiana, presenting a serious danger to domestic cats. The disease is passed by parasites (Cytauxzoon felis) that target the blood and tissues of felines. The parasites are carried by ticks,...
Suspected intoxicated driver hits Indiana State Trooper’s car while going wrong-way on I-74
An Ohio woman faces multiple charges after Indiana State Police arrested her early Sunday morning after she was spotted driving the wrong way on I-74 west of Cincinnati.
