Smaltz Pumps the Brakes on Auburn Casino Talk
State Rep. Ben Smaltz (R-Auburn) says folks in northeast Indiana shouldn’t be cashing out their chips just yet. After a new report from the Indiana …
Micah’s Mine Field
by Abdul-Hakim Shabazz, Esq. When Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith called into Fort Wayne’s WOWO intending to put out a political fire, he instead tossed a …
The Tale of Two Indys
By Abdul-Hakim Shabazz; Esq. It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.It was the age of wisdom; it was the age …
Former Beckwith Aide Joins Indy Politics
We at Indy Politics are excited to announce that Erin Sheridan is joining Indy Politics as a freelance Statehouse correspondent for the 2026 legislative session …
The Gospel According to Grifters
by Abdul-Hakim Shabazz, Esq. You almost have to admire the sheer gall of Indiana’s self-appointed saints. They sin like mortals, repent like televangelists, and campaign …
IPS Steps Up to Support Families During Government Shutdown
As the federal government shutdown continues to impact economically challenged families, Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) is taking proactive steps to ensure students and their loved …
Goode Sets Tone — and Ground Rules — for Redistricting Listening Session
As Indiana gears up for a possible rare mid-cycle congressional redistricting, State Sen. Greg Goode (R–Terre Haute) is making it clear that the debate will …
Paying the Piper in Pike Township
by Abdul-Hakim Shabazz, Esq. In Pike Township, the board that oversees taxpayer dollars wants to triple its own pay — from about $7,700 to nearly …
Indiana Lawmakers Slow-Walk Toward Special Session
House Speaker Todd Huston wants Hoosiers to know he’s not rushing into this special session—at least not yet. In a statement earlier this week, the …
Sexual Harassment in the City
As the Indianapolis City-County Council takes it first step towards crafting an updated sexual harassment policy, local lawmakers are finding out exactly how involved and …