Housing insecurity is on the rise in Marion County. Central Library will host the first Maurice Young Resource Fair Tuesday, November 15th between 1 and 7 p.m. to assist those facing homelessness.

The interactive exhibit explores ways in which residents have been historically shut out of home ownership.

The Indianapolis Public Library board of trustees has named Nichelle M. Hayes its new interim CEO. Hayes has led the Center for Black Literature and Culture at Central Library since its opening in 2017.

The Center for Urban Health at IUPUI has partnered with the Indianapolis Public Library to offer free lead kits to residents.

The Indianapolis Public Library has come under public scrutiny after current and former employees complained of a toxic work environment and that their concerns were ignored by leadership. CEO Jackie Nytes resigned last month after a special board meeting and Chief Public Services Officer Jim Helling was appointed interim CEO.

The Indianapolis Public Library board of trustees has changed leadership after complaints of racism, ableism, and a toxic work environment from current and former employees went public.

Indianapolis Public Library leadership are quick to share the work they've done in dismantling systemic racism, but former and current Black employees describe an ongoing culture of racism, ableism and sexual harassment.

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.

Library branch buildings remain closed across Marion County, but residents will soon be able obtain books and other 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.