East-side neighborhood could soon get TIF money
Reagan Park could soon benefit from an economic development tool that would capture the tax dollars from new developments to benefit existing residents and potentially help them stay in their homes.
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Indy prepares to take big step in pedestrian safety efforts
The City-County Council is expected on Monday night to approve a sweeping measure that has the ambitious goal of eliminating pedestrian fatalities by 2035.
City-County Council Dems pledge reforms to protect against sexual harassment
Most of the council’s Democratic caucus issued a joint statement Friday morning committing to city human resources reforms in light of sexual harassment allegations against a former top aide to Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett.
Indy point-in-time homeless count rises for first time since 2021
The annual count is required for communities to receive funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, which helps fund local homelessness prevention efforts.
City-County councilor calls on mayor to resign over sex harassment claims against ex-aide
Jesse Brown, a first-term Democrat, said Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett should resign over his handling of sexual harassment claims against former top aide Thomas Cook.
Broad Ripple business owners beckon former patrons to return
Owners of Broad Ripple bars and other businesses have a message for people who are avoiding the area: The lengthy reconstruction project on Broad Ripple Avenue is over and new public safety measures are in place. Please come back.
New report shows soccer stadium taxing district could generate $2.1B over 32 years
Of the $2.1 billion in taxes expected to be generated through the district from 2025 to 2056, about $1.7 billion would come from state income and sales and use taxes, the report says.
Downtown tax poised for passage as owners of Indy’s tallest buildings decry costs
For the JW Marriott, the fee would be nearly $348,000 a year. For Salesforce Tower, the cost is about $251,000.
Work to empty troubled complex nears end
After years of neighborhood strife, the administration of Mayor Joe Hogsett last year began demolishing portions of the cluster of 258 housing units and is in the process of relocating other Towne & Terrace residents.
Developer considering Irvington Plaza as home for Indiana Sports Hall of Fame
News of a possible development at the site has been long-awaited by Irvington residents. But those involved said the potential project is in very early stages and will require a giant fundraising effort.
UPDATE: Entire Indiana delegation votes to endorse Harris as Democratic presidential nominee
Indiana delegates to the Democratic National Convention voted unanimously Monday evening to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as the party’s presidential nominee.
Tens of thousands of Catholics walk through downtown Indy in spiritual procession
The 1.2-mile procession took a total of two hours, in which Holy leaders waved, smiled, and said “God bless you” to thick crowds gathered along curbs on Maryland and Meridian streets.
GOP leader says Hogsett failed to take serious action against top aide accused of sexual harassment
An IndyStar investigation reported that Thomas Cook, who served as Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett’s chief deputy and advised him in other capacities, was accused by three subordinate women staffers of showering them with gifts and attention and then pressuring them toward intimacy.
Vendors from across the nation sell religious goods at Eucharistic Congress
The event is expected to draw as many as 60,000 visitors to the Indiana Convention Center from Wednesday through Sunday—attendees that vendors hope to turn into customers.
Mass Ave Starbucks first in Indianapolis to unionize
In an election Wednesday, workers at the 430 Massachusetts Ave. store voted to become part of Starbucks Workers United, the national union.
Proposed Indy ordinance aims to rein in unwanted dog population
Under the proposal, Indianapolis residents with one or more dogs that can be bred would be required to sign up for the registry and abide by a set of animal care guidelines.
New animal shelter finally on the way
It’s been a long time coming, but Indianapolis city leaders hope to have a new animal shelter up and running by 2026.
City-County Council considers permit system for Airbnbs, VRBOs
The proposal would create a permitting system that imposes a $150 annual registration fee and allows the Department of Business and Neighborhood Services to conduct an inspection of the properties.
City-County Council to introduce pedestrian safety proposal. What to know about Vision Zero.
City-County Council members on Monday night plan to propose a program called “Vision Zero,” with the goal of eliminating traffic fatalities and severe injuries in Indianapolis by 2035.
Starbucks store on Mass Ave could become first in city to unionize
Baristas at the 430 Massachusetts Ave. store this week filed a petition for a union election with the National Labor Relations Board.