Indianapolis City-County Councillors put money behind two issues of high interest to the public.

Researchers estimate that one in seven Americans has a misdemeanor on their criminal record -- and even a single conviction can make higher-paying jobs and better housing harder or downright impossible to reach. While Indiana does let people to conceal non-violent convictions from employers and landlords, many still face financial hurdles to get there.

A man accused of killing three adults and a 7-year-old child in Indianapolis last weekend has been formally charged for four counts of murder.

Lake County is seeking repayment of more than $30,000 from a private transport company for a manhunt police mounted after a fugitive escaped while being extradited from Texas.

Some Indiana Senate Republicans want the state to take over prosecution of crimes that a local prosecutor won't charge.

The Indiana House unanimously approved a bill Tuesday that will hold police more accountable and significantly improve their training.

Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department commanders will host a series of virtual community meetings in February.

A new effort at the Marion County Jail aims to stop drugs from entering the facility via the mail.

The Indianapolis City-County Council's Public Safety and Criminal Justice Committee met Wednesday night to discuss proposals related to giving for people experiencing homelessness and a moratorium on jails.

The forum was organized by several community organizations, including the Indiana Drug Enforcement Association and the Indianapolis Recorder.