Lawmakers are pushing to eliminate the binding powers of police oversight boards, with an eye towards Indianapolis. Some worry the bill is too sweeping.

Indiana Mayor Joe Hogsett appoints current IMPD Chief Chris Bailey as his new chief of staff and chief deputy mayor effective Feb. 2, replacing Dan Parker.

The number of incidents where Indianapolis police officers intentionally fired weapons at another person was significantly fewer in 2025 than previous years.

Homicides and violent crime rates in Indianapolis are trending downward according to data from IMPD.

The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department’s 5-year strategic plan includes three focus areas: supporting officers and staff, building trust within the community and enhancing safety throughout the city.

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.

Early in the morning on the last day of summer, a mass shooting on Indianapolis' northwest side left two dead and five injured. It was one of four incidents that resulted in at least 15 gun violence victims this weekend.

Krystal Scott and two others surrendered fourteen animals to Indianapolis Animal Care Services.

City leaders announced stricter curfew enforcement, increased patrols, and new safety measures after a mass shooting in downtown Indianapolis left two teens dead and five others injured.

IMPD officials say the goal is to establish a clear vision to better respond to the evolving safety needs of the community and its officers. The effort aligns with department goals to be more transparent.