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January 8, 2026
Hogsett taps IMPD Chief Bailey as chief deputy mayor, cites public safety focus
Indiana Mayor Joe Hogsett appoints current IMPD Chief Chris Bailey as his new chief of staff and chief deputy mayor effective Feb. 2, replacing Dan Parker.
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January 6, 2026
New trash provider begins service in Indianapolis
Lakeshore Recycling Systems is taking over trash pickup for some residents.
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January 6, 2026
Martin University trustees announce college will close permanently
Three weeks after announcing a “pause in operations,” Martin University’s board of trustees announced in a letter published in the Indianapolis Recorder that the college is closing its doors for good.
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January 7, 2026
Indiana US Rep. Jim Baird expected to make a full recovery following car accident, his office says
Indiana U.S. Rep. Jim Baird is expected to make a full recovery after his vehicle was struck in a car accident that hospitalized him.
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Indiana lawmakers consider firing squad for state executions
January 6, 2026
Changes in Indianapolis council leadership for 2026
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Public Affairs / January 6, 2026
Cost of living issues at the forefront of Indiana Black Legislative Caucus priorities
The Indiana Black Legislative Caucus held a meeting with reporters today to announce its 2026 legislative priorities. Like the Democratic House and Senate caucuses, the IBLC is prioritizing cost-of-living bills for working Hoosiers.
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Public Affairs / January 5, 2026
After redistricting, here's what Indiana Democrats want to address in 2026
Lawmakers gathered at the Capitol on January 5th to discuss 2026 legislative priorities. Following a contentious December to address redistricting, the 2026 session is expected to be shorter.
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Health / January 3, 2026
Hoosiers face SNAP benefit restrictions in 2026
Indiana has instituted new policies for its supplemental nutrition assistance program, or SNAP.
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