City-county councilors will discuss the issue Jan. 28.
Author Archives: Peter Blanchard
Alma Mater: Ithaca College
Before arriving at Mirror Indy, I wrote about state politics and economic development for the Indianapolis Business Journal, where my work was honored by the Society of Professional Journalists and The Alliance of Area Business Publishers. Prior to moving to Indiana in 2021, I worked for newspapers, online publications and radio stations in upstate New York and my native state of Pennsylvania.
I joined the Mirror Indy team because I believe that local journalism is an essential public service that is vital to a functioning democracy. As local, for-profit newspapers continue to shutter or make cutbacks, non-profit newsrooms can help fill in gaps in coverage, ensuring that communities have access to information that shines a light on the truth and holds public officials accountable.
When I'm not working, I enjoy spending time outdoors, playing music and spending time with my wife and our cat at our home in Irvington.
My phone number is 317-605-4836 and my email address is peter.blanchard@mirrorindy.org.
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How to get involved in local politics this year
It may be easier than you think to get civically engaged.
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Vop Osili to run for mayor of Indianapolis
Osili is a Democrat and former president of the City-County Council.
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Hogsett’s pick for chief of staff is bucking tradition
IMPD Chief of Police Chris Bailey is set to become Hogsett’s top aide.
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Data centers among residents’ top concerns at councilor forum
Councilors say they want to regulate data centers, not ban them altogether.
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Hogsett on ICE presence in Indy: ‘People are frightened’
His comments come as protesters demand Indy leaders take a stronger position against ICE.
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Hogsett taps Indy police chief as top adviser
Chris Bailey has led the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department since early 2024.
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Vision Zero is possible. Advocates say Indy lacks ‘political will.’
Supporters of the plan to eliminate traffic deaths worry leaders aren’t invested enough.
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Grand jury investigating conflicts of interest by public official
The investigation follows revelations about deals involving Thomas Cook.
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New trash provider begins service in Indianapolis
Lakeshore Recycling Systems is taking over trash pickup for some residents.