Monthly Archives: December 2025

10 Exercise and Nutrition Tips for the New Year

Every year there is a chance to reset old practices and do something better this time around. For many of us, health is the primary focus of New Year’s resolutions. Unfortunately, so many influencers recommend immediate, dramatic changes even though simple, moderate changes to health practices are a much better … Read More

New Agency to Oversee City School District and Charter Schools

INDIANAPOLIS —The Indianapolis Local Education Alliance recently voted 8-1 to recommend the creation of the Indianapolis Public Education Corporation that could set and enforce standards for both district and charter schools. The new agency would consist of nine members appointed by the mayor: three IPS board members, three charter leaders, … Read More

New Year Brings New Laws to Indiana

INDIANA — Lawmakers voted in 2025 several new laws that will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2026. Ranging from tax changes to consumer rights, these laws will affect every Hoosier in the state. • The Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act (ICDPA) will give consumers rights to access, correct, delete, … Read More

Applause!: Jan. 2-8

• IMPD has released its preliminary crime statistics for 2025. There were 133 murders, and 371 non-fatal shootings, down from 2021 by 20%. Robberies were down 18.5% from 2021, from 1,743 in 2021 to 1,006 in 2025. Violent crimes and property crimes were also down significantly. • We are very … Read More

Library Announces Top Circulated Books of 2025

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Public Library has rounded up the top-circulating books of 2025, along with a selection of lesser-known favorites that staff members couldn’t stop recommending this year. Visit the Library to explore these top-circulating titles and discover a great new read. • Adult Fiction: The Women, by Kristin … Read More