An ordinance moving through the Indianapolis City-County Council hopes to address panhandling issues in the downtown area, and it's uncovered deep-seated disagreements about how to handle such a complicated issue.

WFYI’s Taylor Bennett spoke with Bob Schultz with Downtown Indy, Inc. about the condition of the city’s very visible landmark.

Downtown leaders say the brick pavers surrounding the Soldiers and Sailors Monument are aging and the area lacks coordinated event planning.

For 55 years, spectators have gathered to see the Circle of Lights illuminate, and this year, Police Chief Bryan Roach says onlookers can expect new security protocols.

Indianapolis will host its fifth annual Monumental Yoga at Monument Circle on Wednesday, June 21. Thousands are expected to participate in the event's Summer Solstice celebration yoga class.

The 10-week program will create more people places and fun interactive experiences on Monument Circle.