Immigration
Keep tabs on what’s happening with immigration laws and policies in Indianapolis, and find resources to get help.
Indiana State Police seeks nearly $30M federal grant tied to immigration enforcement
The application seeks money for vehicles, covert cameras and cellular-location tools.
Lawyer reports surge in calls about Indianapolis ICE activity
An Indianapolis immigration lawyer said his firm is seeing an increase in calls about U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity.
Reports of ICE surge in Indianapolis prompt congressional inquiry
U.S. Rep. André Carson launched a congressional inquiry seeking the scope and probable cause in the “apparent increased enforcement” in Marion County.
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.
3 eastside sites will become testing grounds for housing development
“This is not another study or another plan that sits on a shelf,” the DMD director said.
Veterans can get help with housing, job training at this free event
The Veteran Stand Down is a two-day event on Sept. 24 and 25.
You can vote in Indiana if you’re homeless. Here’s how.
This is Mirror Indy’s guide to voting if you don’t have a permanent address.
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 higher ed commission to review dual-college credit accessibility
The commission will review proposals in the coming months to alleviate barriers to early college access.
Indiana BMV plans mobile driver’s license
Hoosiers will have the option to use a mobile driver’s license for age, identity verification.
Council Democrats lack votes needed to override Hogsett veto
Mayor Joe Hogsett vetoed a proposal to raise Indy’s vehicle taxes that would go toward road repairs.
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.
Old Bethel food pantry makes temporary changes ahead of move
The eastside pantry will temporarily close before starting drive-thru services Sept. 21.
Southport welcomes clothing closet for children and adults
April’s Closet allows families to receive free new and used clothes once a month.
Instead of throwing out your clothes, furniture or bikes, donate to these local nonprofits
These Indianapolis organizations accept donations and use them to serve your neighbors.
Events
What’s happening in Naptown? We’ve got you covered with a list of events happening throughout the city.
10 art exhibits to see in Indianapolis this fall
Beyond the Alicia Keys & Swizz Beatz exhibit at Newfields, check out these other very good local shows.
UIndy to host free vaccine clinic on Sept. 15
The event will offer shots for eight diseases. Insurance is not required.
