Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department districts are holding a series of community meetings this month.

Legislation that would tie the hands of local governments from shifting money away from public safety agencies easily passed a Senate committee.

The Indiana House unanimously approved a bill Tuesday that will hold police more accountable and significantly improve their training.

Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department commanders will host a series of virtual community meetings in February.

The Indiana Black Legislative Caucus says its pleased with progress so far this session on it's justice reform agenda.

A 14-year veteran of the Columbus Police Department was arrested Tuesday on felony battery and official misconduct charges for allegedly slugging a handcuffed suspect in the rear of a patrol vehicle, Indiana State Police said.

Legislation debated in an Indiana Senate committee Thursday would ban local governments from ever decreasing police or fire department budgets, unless there's a revenue shortfall.

Two Indiana State Senators filed a bill that would create a state board to oversee the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department.

Many Indianapolis organizations, public and private, hope to lower violent crime by addressing root causes. These groups mentor, feed people, increase employment opportunities, reduce homelessness and connect those in need with mental health services. This series reports on their work, their funding and their ongoing challenges.

Public health and criminal justice officials say improving the police's relationship with the community isn't possible without addressing mental health -- both with law enforcement and the people they serve.