Articles tagged as: Indianapolis
July 6, 2022
Grants aim to elevate grassroots violence reduction work
The Elevation Grants provide more than $4.3 million to 31 programs at local organizations that address root causes of violence.
Read MoreJune 27, 2022
How growing up as a Black girl in Indy inspired the new National Youth Poet Laureate
Recent Indianapolis high school graduate Alyssa Gaines is the 2022 National Youth Poet Laureate.
Read MoreJune 14, 2022
New affordable housing project planned for south side
The project is possible because of a new state statute that approves property tax exemptions for affordable housing with a PILOT, or payment in lieu of taxes.
Read MoreJune 14, 2022
Extreme heat is dangerous for pets, too
High heat and humidity can be life threatening for pets, too, and local ordinances are specific when it comes to taking care of dogs in extreme heat.
Read MoreJune 14, 2022
Indianapolis prepares for extreme heat
As extreme heat hits Indianapolis, city leaders lay out plans to help residents stay cool.
Read MoreJune 13, 2022
Arab Americans' history in Indianapolis told in documentary
A local professor spent the last few years documenting the history of Arab Americans in Indianapolis. WFYI's Taylor Bennett spoke with Edward Curtis, chair of Liberal Arts and professor of religious studies in the School of Liberal Arts at IUPUI, about the project and why it was important to shed light on the impact of the community on the city and state.
Read MoreJune 13, 2022
New health center coming to east side neighborhood
Improvements in health care options are coming to an Indianapolis neighborhood undergoing change. Eskenazi Health will build a new health center at the corner of 38th Street and Arlington Avenue.
Read MoreJune 9, 2022
Police target increased incidents of dangerous driving
Increased incidents of reckless driving, aggressive behavior, speeding and street racing are happening across Marion County.
Read MoreJune 8, 2022
Indiana Students, Teachers Demand Gun-Safety Steps
Teachers and students from across Indiana will march in Indianapolis on Saturday to demand action on preventing gun violence.
Read MoreJune 8, 2022
Commuting problems: Central Indiana’s lack of public transportation limits access to good jobs
Not everyone in Central Indiana has access to a good job with family-sustaining wages. For many in Marion County the problem is transportation: an estimated 30,000 households do not have vehicles.
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