The comments come in response to investigations by IndyStar and Mirror Indy.
Author Archives: Emily Hopkins
Alma Mater: Boston University, Northeastern University
I’m an award-winning journalist who focuses on data and accountability stories. Before joining Mirror Indy, I completed a two-year investigative reporting fellowship at ProPublica. As part of The Indy Star's investigations team, I helped expose deep flaws in Indiana’s nursing home system that allowed county hospitals to access more than $1 billion in Medicaid funds meant for nursing home care while the facilities' residents suffered. The series prompted the resignation of Marion County’s top health official and led to major reforms to how the state regulates long-term care funding.
Outside the newsroom, I like to spend time chasing my annual reading goal, playing Dungeons & Dragons or seeing a movie at Kan-Kan Cinema.
My phone number is 317-790-5268 and my email address is emily.hopkins@mirrorindy.org.
Posted inGovernment
Indy Democrats call for modest ethics change after ‘Mr. Clean’ investigation
The proposal follows an IndyStar/Mirror Indy investigation into ethical issues in the Hogsett administration.
Posted inGovernment
Hogsett’s former chief of staff quickly took job at major city contractor
Ethics experts questioned Dan Parker’s move from the mayor’s office to an Indianapolis-based engineering firm.
Posted inGovernment
Who are Hogsett’s top donors? Many do business with the city.
A first-time analysis shows many big contributors do business with the city.
Posted inGovernment
Hogsett vowed to fight insiders. His campaign advanced their interests behind closed doors
Here’s how Hogsett’s campaign machine infiltrated city government starting in the mayor’s very first term.
Posted inNeighborhoods
Stroll and shop on the Monon’s ‘trail sale’
If you find yourself on the Monon Trail June 13-14, consider adding a little retail therapy to your time outdoors. Residents will host garage sales along the trail from 42th Street to Kessler Boulevard. The ‘trail sale’ will also feature local vendors, including Tomorrow Bookstore and Big Bugz Thrift. Tinker Coffee and Macizo will pop […]
Posted inArts & Culture
Indy Chamber backs ‘Speed City.’ Residents say not so fast.
The economic development group wants the nickname to capitalize on Indy’s motorsports fame.
Posted inGovernment
Tracking local political donations is about to get easier
Follow the money! A digital system will make tracking political donations more doable.
Posted inGovernment
Indianapolis primary voter turnout tops last 4 midterms
The preliminary stats edge out the 2018 midterms during President Trump’s first term.
Posted inGovernment
Lawrence, Warren incumbents trail competitors in race for trustee nomination
Where trustee, constable races stand after the count.
