Patrons will be allowed inside the facilities to use computers, browse collections, pick up items they've placed on hold, and check out materials through self-service kiosks. Programming and events will remain online.

Starting on Dec. 21, the Indianapolis Library branches will restrict in-person services to curbside pickup and limited computer use.

WFYI's Terri Dee talks with Nichelle Hayes, leader of the Indianapolis Public Library's Center for Black Literature and Culture, about art as a way of expression against racial injustice.

After the death of George Floyd by police and the ensuing protests, many libraries were overwhelmed by requests for materials.

WFYI's Taylor Bennett talks with Indy Pride Executive Director Chris Handberg about the extensive collection named after Chris Gonzalez, the community activist and founder of Indiana Youth group who passed away in 1994.

From WFYI's Arts and Culture desk, Jill Ditmire speaks with event organizer Christopher Dance about the free event that combines their excitement for Lucha Libre and books.

The Indianapolis Public Library and Indy Pride are teaming up to create one of the largest LGBTQ collections at a public library in the United States.

The winners chosen by a nine-member panel were honored Saturday in Indianapolis.

Indiana University's Addictions Crisis Grand Challenge initiative will oversee the training before distributing free naloxone kits to the first 1,000 who complete the training.

The library will host free showcase of visual art, music, dance, spoken word, magic and storytelling Saturday night.