Feeling trapped by roadwork on the west side? You’re not alone.
Years of restricted routes and forced detours are pushing westsiders to the limit.
Why Indianapolis wants to create a violence reduction council
A review team is planning to look at what led to gun violence and how to prevent it.
Public Editor: What do braids, cornrows and Bantu knots have to do with the news?
Why TV viewers’ perceptions matter and what they mean to representation in newsrooms
Hogsett rode ‘Mr. Clean’ image into office. Did he deliver on ethics promises?
The mayor would not assess his own record. So we did it for him.
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
We’re hosting our first-ever Arc Fest. Here are 5 reasons to go.
The free, all-ages live journalism and storytelling event will take place Oct. 3 at IU Indianapolis.
50 things to do in October in Indianapolis
Bring in fall with cult classic spooky movies, a memory workshop, dance parties and Halloween festivities.
24 ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Central Indiana
Perreo parties, great food and opportunities to be in community.
25 Indianapolis fall festivals to fill your calendar
Sip beer at four Oktoberfests, listen to five days of jazz and pick from eight events on one day.
4 open mic nights for poets
New and seasoned poets will find encouraging crowds, supportive environments and storied stages.
Only in Mirror Indy
We’re here to fill gaps in local news coverage, which means listening to our neighbors and keeping attention on the issues that matter most to them.
Documenters cover public meetings in Marion County to promote transparency and accountability with public officials. Together, we’re creating a new public record in Indianapolis.
