Youth violence in Indianapolis recently received high profile local and statewide attention after a number of shootings involving teens. A conversation with a local non-profit leader on work to counter the root causes of violence.

The Marion County Prosecutor’s Office announced Thursday that instead of charging juveniles who commit low-level offenses, it will pay for their annual membership at a local Boys and Girls Club.

United Way of Central Indiana recently gave $4 million in grants funding to support initiatives around housing, transportation and health.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Indianapolis will celebrate a group of special youth during the annual Youth of the Year celebration at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.