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Hogsett ignored conflicts of interest as city incentives flowed to developers
Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett ran on ethics reform, but an investigation found that he ignored conflicts of interest.
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Mayor Joe Hogsett was once named “Mr. Clean” by a watchdog organization for his tough stance on government corruption as U.S. attorney.
A Mirror Indy/IndyStar investigation finds that the mayor ignored conflicts of interest involving millions of dollars in city incentives. https://bit.ly/3L8OOBe
A Mirror Indy/IndyStar investigation finds that the mayor ignored conflicts of interest involving millions of dollars in city incentives. https://bit.ly/3L8OOBe
The decision to rezone the land in Martindale Brightwood so an out of state developer can build a data center there has been pushed back.
Neighbors asked for more time because they want more information as the City-County Council decides how they might regulate data centers: https://bit.ly/4qSH8CP
Neighbors asked for more time because they want more information as the City-County Council decides how they might regulate data centers: https://bit.ly/4qSH8CP
Rezoning decision delayed for Martindale Brightwood data center
The petition will now be heard Thursday, Feb. 12.
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January 17, 2026 at 4:59 PM
The decision to rezone the land in Martindale Brightwood so an out of state developer can build a data center there has been pushed back.
Neighbors asked for more time because they want more information as the City-County Council decides how they might regulate data centers: https://bit.ly/4qSH8CP
Neighbors asked for more time because they want more information as the City-County Council decides how they might regulate data centers: https://bit.ly/4qSH8CP
When Indy drag artist Ciara Myst first heard the phrase “drag queen” at age 6, she had no idea what it meant.
Now, Myst is stepping into the new year in a big way again — as a contestant on season 18 of “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” which premiered Jan. 2: https://bit.ly/4jNpaPY
Now, Myst is stepping into the new year in a big way again — as a contestant on season 18 of “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” which premiered Jan. 2: https://bit.ly/4jNpaPY
‘Indianapolis’s shapeshifting superstar’ competes on hit reality TV series
How a New Year’s resolution took drag queen Ciara Myst all the way to “RuPaul’s Drag Race.”
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January 16, 2026 at 9:04 PM
When Indy drag artist Ciara Myst first heard the phrase “drag queen” at age 6, she had no idea what it meant.
Now, Myst is stepping into the new year in a big way again — as a contestant on season 18 of “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” which premiered Jan. 2: https://bit.ly/4jNpaPY
Now, Myst is stepping into the new year in a big way again — as a contestant on season 18 of “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” which premiered Jan. 2: https://bit.ly/4jNpaPY
American Tower Corp. wants to build a data center on land they own on the northwest side in Pike Township.
At a meeting on Jan. 14, reps from the company answered questions from neighbors about the project. Here what they had to say: https://bit.ly/45Z3H0C
At a meeting on Jan. 14, reps from the company answered questions from neighbors about the project. Here what they had to say: https://bit.ly/45Z3H0C
Pike Township residents get more answers about proposed data center
American Tower representatives answered questions at a residents association meeting Jan. 14
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January 16, 2026 at 8:52 PM
American Tower Corp. wants to build a data center on land they own on the northwest side in Pike Township.
At a meeting on Jan. 14, reps from the company answered questions from neighbors about the project. Here what they had to say: https://bit.ly/45Z3H0C
At a meeting on Jan. 14, reps from the company answered questions from neighbors about the project. Here what they had to say: https://bit.ly/45Z3H0C
The Indy Dance Film Festival is coming to Kan-Kan Cinema on Tuesday, Jan. 27.
Nine short films about dance will be shown, including four local ones: https://bit.ly/4r1e9Nu
Nine short films about dance will be shown, including four local ones: https://bit.ly/4r1e9Nu
Indy Dance Film Fest reflects the dreams of local dancers and filmmakers
The Jan. 27 event will highlight nine short dance films, including four from the Indianapolis area.
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January 16, 2026 at 7:43 PM
The Indy Dance Film Festival is coming to Kan-Kan Cinema on Tuesday, Jan. 27.
Nine short films about dance will be shown, including four local ones: https://bit.ly/4r1e9Nu
Nine short films about dance will be shown, including four local ones: https://bit.ly/4r1e9Nu
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DEAD MAN'S WIRE is now in theaters.
Take a tour of the real-life locations that were a part of the event that the film is based on.
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Take a tour of the real-life locations that were a part of the event that the film is based on.
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The ‘Dead Man's Wire’ tour of Indy's west side
Before the Gus Van Sant movie hits theaters, we revisited some of the places involved in the 1977 Tony Kiritsis hostage crisis.
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January 15, 2026 at 2:14 PM
DEAD MAN'S WIRE is now in theaters.
Take a tour of the real-life locations that were a part of the event that the film is based on.
@enriquesaenz.bsky.social
mirrorindy.org/tony-kiritsi...
Take a tour of the real-life locations that were a part of the event that the film is based on.
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Los Angeles-based developer Metrobloks wants to build a data center on the site of old Sherman Drive-In.
Ron Gibson, the councilor that represents the area, submitted a letter in “strong support” of the data center: https://bit.ly/49qCK8t
Ron Gibson, the councilor that represents the area, submitted a letter in “strong support” of the data center: https://bit.ly/49qCK8t
January 16, 2026 at 12:23 AM
Los Angeles-based developer Metrobloks wants to build a data center on the site of old Sherman Drive-In.
Ron Gibson, the councilor that represents the area, submitted a letter in “strong support” of the data center: https://bit.ly/49qCK8t
Ron Gibson, the councilor that represents the area, submitted a letter in “strong support” of the data center: https://bit.ly/49qCK8t
An update on the proposed data center in Martindale Brightwood: Nearly a dozen clergy leaders and community members gathered on Jan. 14 to oppose the data center.
Full story: https://bit.ly/4sJvzQd
Full story: https://bit.ly/4sJvzQd
Clergy members denounce proposed Martindale Brightwood data center
It’s the latest piece of local resistance to Metrobloks, a Los Angeles-based developer.
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January 15, 2026 at 10:20 PM
An update on the proposed data center in Martindale Brightwood: Nearly a dozen clergy leaders and community members gathered on Jan. 14 to oppose the data center.
Full story: https://bit.ly/4sJvzQd
Full story: https://bit.ly/4sJvzQd
The Indianapolis Housing Agency is selling seven affordable housing properties to a Seattle-based development company, Vitus Development LLC.
Resident Zephyr Reed is not hopeful about the new owner making things better: https://bit.ly/4b3u9K8
Resident Zephyr Reed is not hopeful about the new owner making things better: https://bit.ly/4b3u9K8
IHA approves sale of 7 affordable housing properties
The apartments will be sold to a Seattle-based developer.
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January 15, 2026 at 8:30 PM
The Indianapolis Housing Agency is selling seven affordable housing properties to a Seattle-based development company, Vitus Development LLC.
Resident Zephyr Reed is not hopeful about the new owner making things better: https://bit.ly/4b3u9K8
Resident Zephyr Reed is not hopeful about the new owner making things better: https://bit.ly/4b3u9K8
People from Rep. Andre Carson’s office will be at CAFE from 10 a.m. to noon Jan. 21 to help answer questions about tax returns, social security, veteran benefits and other services from federal agencies: https://bit.ly/3LH8T2e
Get help connecting with federal agencies at free event
Staff from Rep. André Carson’s office will be at CAFE 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Jan. 21 to answer questions about social security, tax returns and more
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January 15, 2026 at 4:47 PM
People from Rep. Andre Carson’s office will be at CAFE from 10 a.m. to noon Jan. 21 to help answer questions about tax returns, social security, veteran benefits and other services from federal agencies: https://bit.ly/3LH8T2e
Vop Osili is running for mayor of Indianapolis.
He has effectively fired the first shot in what is expected to be a highly contested and expensive Democratic primary election.
Osili will have a head start in fundraising, having reported over $300,000 in cash on hand at the beginning of 2025.
He has effectively fired the first shot in what is expected to be a highly contested and expensive Democratic primary election.
Osili will have a head start in fundraising, having reported over $300,000 in cash on hand at the beginning of 2025.
January 15, 2026 at 10:20 AM
Vop Osili is running for mayor of Indianapolis.
He has effectively fired the first shot in what is expected to be a highly contested and expensive Democratic primary election.
Osili will have a head start in fundraising, having reported over $300,000 in cash on hand at the beginning of 2025.
He has effectively fired the first shot in what is expected to be a highly contested and expensive Democratic primary election.
Osili will have a head start in fundraising, having reported over $300,000 in cash on hand at the beginning of 2025.
People were surprised by Mayor Joe Hogsett’s pick for his next chief of staff and deputy mayor — IMPD police chief Chris Bailey.
“It’s a different kind of appointment than we’ve seen from the mayor in the past,” said Josh Riddick, a community organizer: https://bit.ly/4qOJNxj
“It’s a different kind of appointment than we’ve seen from the mayor in the past,” said Josh Riddick, a community organizer: https://bit.ly/4qOJNxj
Hogsett’s pick for chief of staff is bucking tradition
IMPD Chief of Police Chris Bailey is set to become Hogsett’s top aide.
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January 14, 2026 at 9:39 PM
People were surprised by Mayor Joe Hogsett’s pick for his next chief of staff and deputy mayor — IMPD police chief Chris Bailey.
“It’s a different kind of appointment than we’ve seen from the mayor in the past,” said Josh Riddick, a community organizer: https://bit.ly/4qOJNxj
“It’s a different kind of appointment than we’ve seen from the mayor in the past,” said Josh Riddick, a community organizer: https://bit.ly/4qOJNxj
On Jan. 5, the CDC made sweeping changes to the child vaccination schedule.
Now, to receive some vaccines, you will need to talk to your kid’s doctor. Insurance coverage as of now has not changed. Medical groups are advising to stick to the old recommendations: https://bit.ly/3Nuh0jg
Now, to receive some vaccines, you will need to talk to your kid’s doctor. Insurance coverage as of now has not changed. Medical groups are advising to stick to the old recommendations: https://bit.ly/3Nuh0jg
What you need to know about the CDC’s childhood vaccine changes
The CDC has recommended changes. Here’s what physicians say.
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January 14, 2026 at 9:39 PM
On Jan. 5, the CDC made sweeping changes to the child vaccination schedule.
Now, to receive some vaccines, you will need to talk to your kid’s doctor. Insurance coverage as of now has not changed. Medical groups are advising to stick to the old recommendations: https://bit.ly/3Nuh0jg
Now, to receive some vaccines, you will need to talk to your kid’s doctor. Insurance coverage as of now has not changed. Medical groups are advising to stick to the old recommendations: https://bit.ly/3Nuh0jg
There are traces of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy all over Indianapolis.
If you want to honor King and his work in the Civil Rights movement, here are 12 events you can attend in Indianapolis: https://bit.ly/3YDQuX6
If you want to honor King and his work in the Civil Rights movement, here are 12 events you can attend in Indianapolis: https://bit.ly/3YDQuX6
How to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Indy
Do a family service project, visit museums for free or hear a talk from a civil rights activist.
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January 14, 2026 at 1:13 AM
There are traces of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy all over Indianapolis.
If you want to honor King and his work in the Civil Rights movement, here are 12 events you can attend in Indianapolis: https://bit.ly/3YDQuX6
If you want to honor King and his work in the Civil Rights movement, here are 12 events you can attend in Indianapolis: https://bit.ly/3YDQuX6
Warren Township administrators are exploring whether or not to move fifth graders into the district’s nine elementary schools.
But the plan needs more time, with increasing birth rates creating a potential capacity issue: https://bit.ly/4qSEwFg
But the plan needs more time, with increasing birth rates creating a potential capacity issue: https://bit.ly/4qSEwFg
Warren Township exploring new ideas for changes to the fifth grade
The district may renovate or expand schools in the near future. Here’s why.
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January 14, 2026 at 12:31 AM
Warren Township administrators are exploring whether or not to move fifth graders into the district’s nine elementary schools.
But the plan needs more time, with increasing birth rates creating a potential capacity issue: https://bit.ly/4qSEwFg
But the plan needs more time, with increasing birth rates creating a potential capacity issue: https://bit.ly/4qSEwFg
Artist Gina Lee Robbins loves working with items that would otherwise end up in the landfill, such as pig guts, doll hair and bullets.
Her latest exhibit, “False Starts,” opens Friday, Jan. 16, at Storage Space Gallery: https://bit.ly/3YzeQBr
Her latest exhibit, “False Starts,” opens Friday, Jan. 16, at Storage Space Gallery: https://bit.ly/3YzeQBr
This artist creates sculptures from pig guts, doll hair and bullets
Gina Lee Robbins’ exhibit, “False Starts,” opens Jan. 16 at Storage Space Gallery.
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January 13, 2026 at 11:45 PM
Artist Gina Lee Robbins loves working with items that would otherwise end up in the landfill, such as pig guts, doll hair and bullets.
Her latest exhibit, “False Starts,” opens Friday, Jan. 16, at Storage Space Gallery: https://bit.ly/3YzeQBr
Her latest exhibit, “False Starts,” opens Friday, Jan. 16, at Storage Space Gallery: https://bit.ly/3YzeQBr
Indy jazz musician Brandon Meeks will host a new concert series to honor Indiana’s jazz history and living legends such as drummer Kenny Phelps, trumpet player Clifford Ratliff, and pianist and composer Billy Foster: https://bit.ly/49vJ1yh
Jazz musician to honor Indy legends with new concert series
Brandon Meeks was Indiana’s winner of the new, national $10,000 State of the Art Prize.
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January 13, 2026 at 9:40 PM
Indy jazz musician Brandon Meeks will host a new concert series to honor Indiana’s jazz history and living legends such as drummer Kenny Phelps, trumpet player Clifford Ratliff, and pianist and composer Billy Foster: https://bit.ly/49vJ1yh
IPS’ 45th annual tribute to the Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is on Friday, Jan. 16 at Crispus Attucks High School.
The theme this year is “The Power of Voice.” https://bit.ly/49zz0jx
The theme this year is “The Power of Voice.” https://bit.ly/49zz0jx
Remember Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy with IPS tribute
The Crispus Attucks event will feature performances and speakers.
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January 13, 2026 at 8:39 PM
IPS’ 45th annual tribute to the Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is on Friday, Jan. 16 at Crispus Attucks High School.
The theme this year is “The Power of Voice.” https://bit.ly/49zz0jx
The theme this year is “The Power of Voice.” https://bit.ly/49zz0jx
You can learn about becoming a hospital volunteer for the No One Dies Alone program on Jan. 15.
It is a program where you can volunteer to hang out with dying patients and give them some comfort: https://bit.ly/49Si21i
It is a program where you can volunteer to hang out with dying patients and give them some comfort: https://bit.ly/49Si21i
Volunteer for Eskenazi Health’s No One Dies Alone program
The hospital will host an informational session about how to support patients who are alone in the final days of their life.
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January 13, 2026 at 1:49 AM
You can learn about becoming a hospital volunteer for the No One Dies Alone program on Jan. 15.
It is a program where you can volunteer to hang out with dying patients and give them some comfort: https://bit.ly/49Si21i
It is a program where you can volunteer to hang out with dying patients and give them some comfort: https://bit.ly/49Si21i
IU Indianapolis will not host its annual dinner honoring the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr., according to a letter the university’s Black Student Union shared on Instagram.
The college’s first MLK dinner was held in 1969: https://bit.ly/4qqQuWU
The college’s first MLK dinner was held in 1969: https://bit.ly/4qqQuWU
IU Indianapolis cancels annual Martin Luther King, Jr. dinner
The university’s Black Student Union criticized the decision.
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January 12, 2026 at 7:28 PM
IU Indianapolis will not host its annual dinner honoring the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr., according to a letter the university’s Black Student Union shared on Instagram.
The college’s first MLK dinner was held in 1969: https://bit.ly/4qqQuWU
The college’s first MLK dinner was held in 1969: https://bit.ly/4qqQuWU
Mayor Joe Hogsett told Mirror Indy that the IMPD has no desire to participate in ICE-related activities.
"People are frightened and I’m aware of that," he said: https://bit.ly/49hTyhW
"People are frightened and I’m aware of that," he said: https://bit.ly/49hTyhW
Protesters demand Indy leaders take stronger stance against ICE
His comments come as protesters demand Indy leaders take a stronger position against ICE.
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January 12, 2026 at 7:20 PM
Mayor Joe Hogsett told Mirror Indy that the IMPD has no desire to participate in ICE-related activities.
"People are frightened and I’m aware of that," he said: https://bit.ly/49hTyhW
"People are frightened and I’m aware of that," he said: https://bit.ly/49hTyhW
Nearly 18 months since the city committed to eliminating traffic deaths by 2035, there are few details on how the city will get to Vision Zero.
The task force did pass an action plan for achieving its goals, five months after the initial deadline: https://bit.ly/3NhsMO3
The task force did pass an action plan for achieving its goals, five months after the initial deadline: https://bit.ly/3NhsMO3
Vision Zero is possible. Advocates say Indy lacks ‘political will.’
Supporters of the plan to eliminate traffic deaths worry leaders aren’t invested enough.
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January 12, 2026 at 6:19 PM
Nearly 18 months since the city committed to eliminating traffic deaths by 2035, there are few details on how the city will get to Vision Zero.
The task force did pass an action plan for achieving its goals, five months after the initial deadline: https://bit.ly/3NhsMO3
The task force did pass an action plan for achieving its goals, five months after the initial deadline: https://bit.ly/3NhsMO3
The Indiana Black Breastfeeding Coalition will host free childbirth education classes starting Saturday, Jan. 17.
It’s a 5-week series covering everything from pregnancy to postpartum care: https://bit.ly/4aN20Xr
It’s a 5-week series covering everything from pregnancy to postpartum care: https://bit.ly/4aN20Xr
Attend free childbirth education classes in Indianapolis
Learn about birth plans, doulas and nutrition.
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January 11, 2026 at 7:50 PM
The Indiana Black Breastfeeding Coalition will host free childbirth education classes starting Saturday, Jan. 17.
It’s a 5-week series covering everything from pregnancy to postpartum care: https://bit.ly/4aN20Xr
It’s a 5-week series covering everything from pregnancy to postpartum care: https://bit.ly/4aN20Xr
Arts and culture reporter Mesgana Waiss spent six months putting together an Indy thrift crawl starter pack.
Grab a friend and spend a day digging through all of the vintage finds Indy has to offer: https://bit.ly/4szeubI
Grab a friend and spend a day digging through all of the vintage finds Indy has to offer: https://bit.ly/4szeubI
I spent 6 months making Indy's thrift crawl starter pack
Here are three low-key places for everyone — no matter where you fall in the aisle.
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January 9, 2026 at 8:54 PM
Arts and culture reporter Mesgana Waiss spent six months putting together an Indy thrift crawl starter pack.
Grab a friend and spend a day digging through all of the vintage finds Indy has to offer: https://bit.ly/4szeubI
Grab a friend and spend a day digging through all of the vintage finds Indy has to offer: https://bit.ly/4szeubI
Mayor Joe Hogsett has named IMPD Police Chief Chris Bailey as his new chief of staff.
Bailey has led IMPD since January 2024: https://bit.ly/4pzS2fM
Bailey has led IMPD since January 2024: https://bit.ly/4pzS2fM
Hogsett taps Indy police chief as top adviser
Chris Bailey has led the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department since early 2024.
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January 9, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Mayor Joe Hogsett has named IMPD Police Chief Chris Bailey as his new chief of staff.
Bailey has led IMPD since January 2024: https://bit.ly/4pzS2fM
Bailey has led IMPD since January 2024: https://bit.ly/4pzS2fM
On Wednesday, Jan. 14, the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, led by conductor Steve Hackman, and Oreo Jones will perform a remix of classical music and hip-hop in the Resurrection Mixtape: https://bit.ly/3LkwtBY
Resurrection Mixtape brings together the music of Mahler, Biggie and Tupac
Oreo Jones will perform with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra in a remix of classical music and hip-hop legends.
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January 8, 2026 at 8:49 PM
On Wednesday, Jan. 14, the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, led by conductor Steve Hackman, and Oreo Jones will perform a remix of classical music and hip-hop in the Resurrection Mixtape: https://bit.ly/3LkwtBY