Colts Nominate Luke Rhodes for Salute to Service
Long snapper Luke Rhodes is the Colts' nominee for the team's Salute to Service Award for the second straight year.
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Indianapolis Politics News
In Indianapolis, politics news means city government actions, election results, public policy and civic life. The page covers the impact of legislative decisions as they move through local and state processes.
Elections
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Carson Wins Reelection in Indiana's 7th District
Democratic Representative André Carson holds his Indianapolis-based House seat after the November 4, 2026 vote.
City Hall
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Is it appropriate for local city council members to resign before completing their full term?
Indianapolis Councilor Crista Lee Wells Resigns
The long-serving City-County Council member will step down from her District 11 seat at the end of October.
Unions
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Do you support the decision of local zoo employees to organize and form a union?
Indianapolis Zoo Employees Vote to Unionize
A unit of 100 staff members joins the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees.
Immigration
ICE Filed Detainer After Indianapolis Fatal Crash
Federal authorities have identified the suspect in a fatal accident as an individual who entered the country illegally.
Civic Engagement
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Do you plan to vote in the upcoming November midterm election?
Indianapolis Organizers to Boost Youth Voter Turnout
Local groups are increasing outreach efforts ahead of the November 3 general election.
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Indianapolis reporting spans election results, legislative developments, city council decisions and public opinion shifts. Coverage reaches across the city and the surrounding areas that interact with municipal governance. The relationship between different tiers of government defines much of the activity, particularly regarding how state mandates influence city operations. Fiscal cycles and the shifting composition of local boards remain the most frequent sources of policy discussions.