State officials reiterated Wednesday they believe the state will be able to safely host the NCAA Men's Division I basketball championship games next month even with fans.

The city has committed $18 million towards the construction of a new facility for Indianapolis Animal Care Services.

Legislation passed the Indiana Senate Tuesday that would alter funding requirements for IndyGo.

Significant upgrades for numerous Indianapolis public facilities were announced this week.

Hotels and restaurants were already preparing to host 68 teams consisting of athletes, coaches, staff and family members. The latest decision allowing up to 25 percent capacity at each venue will increase the number of people coming to Indiana.

The Indianapolis City-County Council held a full meeting Monday night and started with resolutions to prioritize teachers and public transportation workers for COVID-19 vaccinations.

The Neighborhood Food Champions Program that aims to increase community involved solutions to address food insecurity was launched this week.

Last month, NCAA officials announced all 67 games would be held in Indiana to limit team travel and keep athletes, coaches and staff safe during the pandemic.

Martindale Brightwood has been named as the second neighborhood to benefit from the Lift Indy program this year.

An estimated 100 animals were killed when a fire broke ouit at Uncle Bills Pet Center on West 38th Street.