Immigration
Keep tabs on what’s happening with immigration laws and policies in Indianapolis, and find resources to get help.
Navidad en Indy: A childhood story of Mexican migration
Artist Beatriz Vasquez uses colorful cut paper and animated shadows to tell the tale of her family’s first Christmas in Indianapolis.
Behind the walls of Indiana’s ICE detention facility
Miami Correctional Facility in Miami County now has 558 ICE detainees as the prison has ramped up immigration operations.
‘Devastated’: Two more immigrants turned away from naturalization ceremony
The Trump administration has put up roadblocks for immigrants seeking citizenship.
Housing
Indianapolis has been struggling to provide residents with affordable, stable housing for a long time. Here’s some of our past coverage of housing, homelessness and the safety nets that are failing to keep up.
Indy mom preps her 3 kids for Christmas in a hotel
‘I never would’ve thought in a million years that I’d be homeless,’ she said.
Event will share housing options for adults with intellectual disabilities
Easterseals and IU will host the Dec. 15 info session.
Nonprofit asks for help to build tiny homes for Indy’s homeless
Sanctuary Indy is facing a funding gap of about $375,000.
Indiana Statehouse
Here are articles about bills working their way through the state legislature that could affect the lives of you and your neighbors.
Indiana businesses face new data rules in 2026
Indiana consumers have new control over their personal data with the Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act.
IPS advocates prepare to take their fight back to the Statehouse
Some think a new corporation should control IPS buildings and buses. Advocates say not so fast.
PHOTOS: Congressional redistricting bill fails in Indiana Senate
Indiana Senators voted on whether to redraw the state’s congressional maps mid-decade Dec. 11 at the Statehouse. See photos from inside the chamber.
Resources
From voter awareness guides to how to apply for utility or rent assistance, Mirror Indy guides offer verified information to help you navigate all aspects of life in Indianapolis.
USPS to host job fair in Indianapolis
There will be opportunities to meet with USPS personnel to learn about positions and receive answers to general questions about available jobs.
Learn English for free through in-person, virtual classes
Classes will go over basic English such as the alphabet, verbs and basic key phrases.
Events
What’s happening in Naptown? We’ve got you covered with a list of events happening throughout the city.
How to learn more about potential changes coming to Warren Township schools.
District leaders say they’re at ‘halftime’ in study of elementary school changes.
Wrestling show helps fight hunger on the west side
Dozens attended the first Stringtown Wrestling Show at Mary Rigg Neighborhood Center Dec. 20.
New southside food pantry offers free groceries and counseling
The program doesn’t have eligibility requirements for its wraparound services.
