A heavy building fire at 16th and Livingston outside Speedway drew multiple departments. Crews have the blaze under control but cleanup and lane closures will continue.

The New Palestine Town Council voted 5-0 to approve a $99,500 planning contract and letter of intent to begin master planning for a proposed 79‑acre town center south of U.S. 52.

A JEAN Team raid in Gas City recovered meth, suspected fentanyl and firearms and led to four arrests, officials say.

A sinkhole at 65th and Cornell in Broad Ripple closed the intersection after crews found a collapsed sewer, leaving shops quieter while repairs begin.

A vehicle drove into the dining room at Chili's in Martinsville on Wednesday, injuring several people and prompting an SCIT-led investigation.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.