Public defenders are attorneys that provide legal representation for people who can not afford one. The union organized for better pay and improved conditions.
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Indy’s prosecutor will host three informational sessions this month
Topics include the Blue Envelope program, grand juries and a serial killer
Posted inEducation
High school seniors can find a mentor and a scholarship in this program
Applications are open now for the Fever Confidence Program.
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Here’s the 2025-26 school year calendars for all Marion County districts
Planning ahead for the next school year? Here’s a quick way for Marion County families to check important dates.
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How the Marion County Jail became a ‘pit stop’ for 400 ICE detainees
Even Democratic-run Indianapolis is part of Trump’s ‘largest deportation program.’
Posted inNeighborhoods
Old Southside affordable housing project named after longtime advocate
The Bridgeman quadruplex was named after Anthony Bridgeman, who died after a battle with cancer.
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Universal curbside recycling program coming to Indianapolis in 2028
Lakeshore Recycling Systems will take over solid waste collections starting next year and phase in universal recycling in 2028.
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Myla Eldridge fends off challengers for Democratic party chair
Eldridge defeated the Pike Township trustee and a media columnist to win a second term.
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Fight brewing for control of Marion County Democratic Party
Progressive-backed candidate Annette Johnson to challenge Myla Eldridge for county chair.
Posted inEducation
Minimum teacher salaries: Nearly all Indianapolis school districts offer over $50,000
The contracts for this school year come as lawmakers push for a higher minimum state teacher salary in a bid to make teaching a more attractive career.