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Data center proposals spark city tax break debate

June 12, 2026

Indy Economic Development Inc. is creating a matrix that rates proposed data center projects to determine whether — or to what extent — such projects deserve city incentives.

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City seeking new bids for redevelopment of Old City Hall

May 29, 2026

Mickey Shuey

The call for bids comes after IBJ first reported on April 13 that the city had exited its partnership with TWG Development LLC.

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City-County Council leaders propose vehicle fee increases to pay for roads

May 29, 2026 | Taylor Wooten

The proposal, which is opposed by the mayor, calls for higher fees on county vehicle registrations to cover the cost of road repairs and meet a requirement set by the state Legislature to qualify for more road funding.

First Internet Bank CEO David Becker weighing bid for Indy mayor

May 22, 2026 | Taylor Wooten

Becker told IBJ in a statement that he has been approached about running for office and said he takes “those conversations seriously.”

Indianapolis plans to inventory parking needs

May 15, 2026 | Taylor Wooten

Indianapolis plans to pay $350,780 to Boston-based Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates to conduct a parking availability study that is expected to be complete early next year.

Indianapolis public health office audit referred to state for examination

May 14, 2026 | Taylor Wooten

The city’s Office of Audit and Performance has given the report to the Indiana State Board of Accounts, highlighting “high risk” factors including conflicts of interest and missing documentation for most contracts.

Westfield council debates alcohol event vendors, supporting brick-and-mortar shops

May 13, 2026 | Elissa Maudlin

The Westfield City Council voted this week to allow two temporary vendors in the city’s downtown Designated Outside Refreshment Area, or DORA, for special events. But the vote wasn’t unanimous.

Upgraded $60M recycling facility plays key role in Indy’s universal curbside plan

May 8, 2026 | Taylor Wooten

In 2012, WM had just 30 optical sorters across 100 facilities, he said. The Indianapolis facility alone has 13.

Judge throws out city’s request to dismiss church lawsuit in ongoing battle over Holy Cross Church preservation

May 5, 2026 | Taylor Wooten

A church that owns a deteriorating historical property on the city’s near-east side received an incremental legal victory in an ongoing fight against the city of Indianapolis over whether a historical designation blocking demolition violates the church’s religious freedom.

Hogsett taps former South Bend official as deputy mayor for neighborhoods

April 30, 2026 | Taylor Wooten

Jordan Gathers, a former Butler University basketball player who recently worked for the city of South Bend, will start his new job Friday.

Indianapolis public health office mismanaged oversight of most contracts, audit finds

April 29, 2026 | Farrah Anderson, WFYI and Side Effects Public Media

The city’s public health office, established in 2016, oversees programs focused on homelessness, violence reduction and behavioral health.

DPW administrator announces run for Indianapolis mayor

April 21, 2026 | IBJ Staff

David Bride joins two other Democrats — former City-County Council President Vop Osili and State Sen. Andrea Hunley — to declare their intentions to run for the office.

Sen. Andrea Hunley to launch campaign for Indy mayor

April 20, 2026 | Taylor Wooten

She is the second Democrat to publicly declare a bid for mayor. Vop Osili, the longtime leader of the Indianapolis City-Council, hosted a campaign kickoff on April 7.

Old Indianapolis City Hall project canceled; city to seek new proposals

April 13, 2026 |

Mickey Shuey

TWG Development’s $249 million plan to redevelop the historic building and build an adjacent tower of nearly 30 stories has been called off, the city said.

Indianapolis low-barrier shelter on track but over budget

March 27, 2026 | Taylor Wooten

City leaders plan to ask the Indianapolis City-County Council to budget an additional $5 million to the Housing Hub’s construction, Aryn Schounce, the mayor’s senior policy adviser, told IBJ.

City, stakeholders take steps to refresh overlooked Lugar Plaza

March 20, 2026 | Taylor Wooten

Surrounded by dense residential developments and workplaces, the plaza was a buzzy spot when it opened in 2018. Eight years later, it is more frequently a loitering spot, where people have been known to abuse drugs and alcohol.

New state law prevents city from fining violators of utility reporting ordinance

March 17, 2026 | Taylor Wooten

Under a new state law, Indianapolis will not be allowed to fine building owners for failing to report utility data as part of a sustainability-focused initiative.

IndyGo Blue Line vision clashes with entrenched land uses on West Washington Street

March 13, 2026 | Taylor Wooten

A transit-oriented zoning overlay designation seeks to limit car-focused uses along the corridor, but the street is crowded with used car lots, auto repair shops and tire stores.

More than 500 advocates gather to push elected officials on homelessness, immigration

March 13, 2026 | Taylor Wooten

The group described Thursday’s event as “a public action.”

What’s next for women’s prison? Historic property offers possibilities

February 27, 2026 | Taylor Wooten

City leaders and stakeholders have begun soliciting input and considering options but recognize that years of planning lie ahead.

Decatur Township data center receives initial OK despite neighbors’ protests

February 26, 2026 | Taylor Wooten

An Indianapolis planning official on Thursday recommended approval for a zoning modification that would allow developers to proceed with the 250-megawatt, two-building facility on a 130-acre site

Infrastructure bill would increase amount Indy needs to budget to receive road-funding match

February 25, 2026 | Taylor Wooten

Senate Bill 179, which House members approved 72-22 on Tuesday, would increase the threshold of city spending increases to obtain additional state money in future years.

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