Get the latest local stories in your inbox.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
IMPD has named two Gary men wanted in the Waffle House shooting that killed a Gary bar owner; police say the suspects may be in the Gary‑Chicago area.
Food & Drinks in ...
MCL's Irvington location will close March 29 after about 70 years, joining a string of recent MCL shutdowns across the Midwest. Longtime customers and staff say the news came as a surprise.
Real Estate & Development in ...
The Mural is a 165‑home build‑to‑rent community in Brownsburg offering single‑family rentals with smart‑home features, a pool and included maintenance.
Marion County officials warn of convincing smishing texts that impersonate courts or toll agencies. The messages often include fake summons, QR codes and small fines meant to push payments.
Politics & Govt in ...
Indy council chief of staff Doran Moreland is under scrutiny after reporting shows he listed a college degree years before records show he earned it. The discrepancy raises questions about vetting for senior council hires.
Fernando’s has grown from a Broad Ripple favorite into a two‑location operation, adding a larger Mass Ave dining room and kitchen to handle catering and bigger crowds. The owners say Broad Ripple will remain a priority.
Parks & Nature in ...
Indianapolis Zoo CEO Dr. Rob Shumaker has resigned after a short leave of absence. The board thanked him but did not name an immediate successor.
Weather & Environment in ...
Gusty west winds and scattered snow showers hit Indianapolis on Monday, March 16, 2026. Light slushy accumulation under an inch possible; plan for slick spots.
Late‑night severe‑thunderstorm warnings covered central Indiana, with radar‑indicated gusts near 60 mph and interstate travel impacts. Authorities urged residents to shelter.
A two-vehicle crash early Sunday near Sherman Drive and East Washington Street left one person dead and another in critical condition, police say.
Two adults were found dead Friday in a Monrovia home; authorities say the deaths are being treated as a murder‑suicide while two children are now in state care.
ICE took custody of a truck driver after an I‑65 crash in Indianapolis left a pedestrian in critical condition; records show he held a New York non‑domiciled CDL.
A new state law bars cities from enforcing utility‑usage data rules, hampering Indianapolis’ Thriving Buildings benchmarking and leaving city staff short on the data to track building emissions.
Newsletter Signup
Enter your email, choose one or more newsletters, and we will only send updates for the metros you select.
* indicates required
Select at least one newsletter.