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Local News / October 7, 2025
Should the city purchase the power company? Indianapolis fears rate hikes and weighs options
In an unanimous vote Monday night, the City County Council passed a resolution addressing the power company and also urged state leaders to do more to oppose the company’s request to raise rates, a second year in a row. Last year the state approved AES Indiana to increase rates and the company is currently in the middle of those approved increases.
Education / October 7, 2025
Be very quiet: IU's approach to transparency
Indiana University has faced unprecedented challenges from the government and internal conflict. But despite changes affecting the lives of tens of thousands of students, faculty and staff, the university continues to make most important decisions in secret and leaders routinely avoid interviews with informed journalists.
Public Affairs / October 8, 2025
EPA ends Biden-era pollution rule delay for coke ovens, NW Indiana advocates tout health benefits
Coke is a product made from coal that's used in steelmaking. Coke ovens emit harmful chemicals like benzene, which causes cancer.
Arts & Culture / October 2, 2025
Local youth baseball team made it to World Series
Indy RBI baseball program focused on getting more Black youth to play the sport.
Health / October 2, 2025
Clinician-led mental health response team expands in Indianapolis
A team of clinicians in Indianapolis who respond to mental health and substance abuse-related crises now covers roughly 63% of the city. City officials announced earlier this week it is expanding the team to cover the Southern District.
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