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‘Act A Foo Improv Crew’ brings unscripted laughter to IndyFringe Festival
The Act A Foo Improv Crew came into the studio to chat about their upcoming IndyFringe Festival show. Act A Foo is a rather unique breed of comedy troupe that elicits laughter on stage with help from the audience. Short, funny games are then played with the given crowd suggestions, so each show comes absolutely […]
Multi-million dollar construction project wrapping up along South Meridian
INDIANAPOLIS — Local business owners near Lucas Oil Stadium are breathing a sigh of relief after a long-anticipated construction project soon comes to an end along South Meridian Street from Arizona to McCarty. “Construction makes it challenging,” said Paula Shoultz, who owns the Archivist. “I am sort of at the edge of it, so I […]
Advocates urge Hogsett to save Indy’s at-risk urban forests
Mirror Indy is a part of Free Press Indiana, a nonprofit news organization dedicated to ensuring all Hoosiers have access to the news and information they need. Despite concerns from environmentalists — and support from 23 city-county councilors — Mayor Joe Hogsett is so far declining to allocate funds in the 2025 city budget to acquire urban forests for conservation.
Heat and humidity surge as summer stages major comeback
The streak of mild weather will end this weekend as a full-blown pattern change takes place. First 80-degree day since last Sunday. This is the 6th straight day below normal in Indianapolis. The recent cool spell sends the August average temperature to 73.5° – marking the COOLEST August to-date in four years.
Three Indiana Bankers Receive Top Honor
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Bankers Association recognized three members of the state’s banking community with Leaders in Banking Excellence awards, the Association’s highest honor. The awards were presented at a ceremony on Aug. 2, at the IBA’s headquarters in Indianapolis. The 2024 Class honorees are:. •...
20th anniversary of Indianapolis Police Department Officer Jake Laird’s passing
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — In the early hours of Aug. 18, 2004, a gunman killed Indianapolis Police Department Officer Jake Laird. Police say the gunman had been stalking a south side neighborhood. That previous January, the gunman had been hospitalized for mental health issues, and, at that time, police briefly confiscated his nine guns — two […]
Proposed Pay Raises for Indianapolis Mayor and City-County Employees
INDIANAPOLIS – A significant pay raise could be on the horizon for Mayor Joe Hogsett and other city-county leaders. A proposal headed to the City-County Council next week suggests bumping the mayor’s salary from $95,000 to $125,000 – the first increase for the position in over two decades. Several other key Marion County officials, including […] The post Proposed Pay Raises for Indianapolis Mayor and City-County Employees appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
New Broad Ripple murals planned, one to reimagine popular piece by Mpozi Mshale Tolbert
A pair of new murals is planned for Broad Ripple Village and one of the artworks will reimagine a lost mural of a local artist. The mural of DJ and photojournalist Mpozi Mshale Tolbert graced the side of a nightclub in Broad Ripple for 15 years before it was unexpectedly painted over last year. Now local organizations aim to have a new one installed.
What we learned from Week 1 of SW Indiana high school football: Routs, thrillers and more
Week 1 of high school football is in the books. Here's what we learned from the opening night, including a look inside Heritage Hills' tone-setting rout of Southridge, a smattering of blowouts and more. ...
North Central High School band receives grant from Phish-related nonprofit
INDIANAPOLIS — North Central High School’s band program will be receiving some grant funds in honor of Phish’s three-night run at the Ruoff Music Center earlier this month. According to a news release from the Mockingbird Foundation, North Central High School, which is a part of Washington...
Veteran homelessness declines in Indy, but racial disparities persist for Black vets
The number of Indianapolis veterans who experience homelessness decreased from 2023, but racial disparities persist. An annual census of people experiencing homelessness in Marion County on a single night in January, called the Point-in-Time Count, shows veterans experiencing homelessness decreased by 7 percent from 2023. Emmy Hildebrand, the CEO of...
What is IMPD's Civilian Use of Force Board?
Indianapolis Metropolitan Police's Civilian Use of Force Board oversees potential police misconduct in every instance where an officer uses force — many instances being officer-involved shootings. According to the department, the board was launched in 2021 and is regulated by the General Orders board, which also includes civilians. Both boards are a direct...
Indianapolis’ first library for Black residents reopens through school librarian’s leadership
Maurice Broaddus was a writer by trade and became a middle school librarian by accident. The award-winning Afrofuturist and sci-fi author once filled in at The Oaks Academy middle school, where he was also a teacher, for the librarian going on maternity leave. The librarian never came back. “Six, seven...
Kurt Vonnegut Exhibit on Display in KIND Gallery
INDIANAPOLIS (Aug. 23, 2024) – Indianapolis Airport Authority officials, along with representatives of the Kurt Vonnegut Museum and Library and other community leaders, gathered earlier this week to celebrate the new KVML exhibit in the KIND Gallery. The exhibit is now on display through the end of the year.
Houston Texans vs. Indianapolis Colts Week 1 Odds, Time, and Prediction
The AFC South Division looks very soft in 2024, which is why the Houston Texans have every right to hope to win it for the second time in a row. Their roster is made up of young players who have more experience than before, which makes them a formidable force in the conference. We’ll see how good they actually are in Week 1 when they lock horns with the Indianapolis Colts in Indiana.
Butler Football Season Preview: Linebackers
Butler's football linebacking corps returns all three starters from last season, creating excitement for the 2024 season. Tyson Garrett, Jeremiah Jackson, and Adam Sturtz collectively made 172 tackles last year, showcasing their capability and experience. Assistant Head Coach Rory Mannering praises their consistency and attention to detail in practice, underscoring the importance of preparation for a successful season. Additionally, underclassmen and newcomers are expected to bolster team depth, enhancing overall performance.
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