Indiana's high court has permanently banned a former magistrate from holding judicial office following his guilty plea in a drug possession case where he bit an officer's hand after buying methamphetamine.

The Fishers Arts Council is rolling out a monthly series of free, live, interactive panels designed to help local creatives develop business and professional skills.

Hamilton County was designated a 21st Century Talent Region this week. The title symbolizes the county's commitment to growing its workforce along with organizations like schools and companies to work together.

Organizers from 40 neighborhoods around Geist Reservoir have submitted a petition that would establish the Geist Conservancy District.

Religious conservative groups are challenging the law and four local gay rights ordinances.

Carmel could become the first Indiana city to ban e-cigarette use in public places.

Central Indiana leaders met Monday to reveal their plans to improve 58 miles of the White River.

Brainard won with 56% of the vote and will run in the general election for his seventh term as Carmel's leader.

The city of Indianapolis and Hamilton County Tourism Inc. launched the efforts last year to turn the White River into "central Indiana's next frontier."

WFYI's Taylor Bennett speaks with Department of Metropolitan Development Director Emily Mack about the final series of public input meetings on the White River Vision Plan and what's ahead for the river in Indianapolis and Hamilton County.