In Indianapolis, interrupting gun violence starts at the bedside
A hospital program connects victims with therapy. One man didn’t let a shooting define him.
Eastern Star to withdraw wrecking permit for Martin University church
Demolition for the former church building has been on hold since mid-August.
6 local choirs looking for new members
Hang out and harmonize with one of these Indy-based singing groups.
Public Editor: Do we really need to see mugshots in television newscasts?
People of color are disproportionately represented by mugshots, but they hurt everyone.
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2026 Election Guide
All the info you need to make informed decisions at the polls. See the guide →
Deadlines
Oct. 5: Register to vote
Oct. 6-Nov. 2: Early voting at the City-County Building
Early voting at the City-County Building starts Oct. 6 and ends at noon Nov. 2. Anyone registered to vote in Marion County can vote at the City-County Building. Bring a valid photo ID with you to vote.
Oct. 22: Request absentee ballot
There are 12 valid reasons to ask for a ballot you can complete at home and drop off or mail in. You can find them listed on the downloadable application form. All absentee ballots have to be submitted by 6 p.m. on Nov. 3.
Oct. 24-Nov. 1: Early voting at eight more vote centers
Eight vote centers across Marion County’s townships are open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, from Oct. 24-Nov. 1. Anyone registered to vote in Marion County can go to any of the sites to vote. Bring a valid photo ID with you to vote.
Nov. 3: Election Day
The polls are open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 3. Find one near you.
arts & culture
‘There’s room for everyone in the clown car’
Indy’s drag performers see clowning as a way to find acceptance and reclaim their childhood.
Shop from Black-owned businesses at this free festival
Daptoberfest will feature music, food and art from over 150 Black-owned businesses at Warren Central High School Oct. 24.
Monsters made with tender love and care
Jess West of Monsterz Inc. is Irvington’s own Dr. Frankenstein. She creates beautiful monsters.
33 ways to celebrate Halloween in Indy
Neighborhood trunk-or-treats, a masquerade, séances, festivals and lots of opportunities to eat candy and wear your costume.
‘In the face of great darkness, we will bring light’
It’s the eighth day of Hanukkah, and roughly 100 people are gathered on the Max and Mae Simon Jewish Community Campus to commemorate the last day of the holiday. They sang, they read…
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