Local news for Central Indiana, Indiana.https://centralindianaherald.com/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/republicans-endorse-garten-to-lead-indiana-senate/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/republicans-endorse-garten-to-lead-indiana-senate/Indiana Senate Republicans have endorsed Sen. Chris Garten, a vocal redistricting supporter, as the next president pro tem, likely putting him in charge of the chamber.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMTJian Chenhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/braun-extends-gas-tax-holiday-citing-new-energy-emergency/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/braun-extends-gas-tax-holiday-citing-new-energy-emergency/Gov. Mike Braun declared a second energy emergency on Wednesday, giving the state another 120 days to suspend gas and excise taxes, and the holiday now runs to September 5.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMTRafael Ortegahttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/confusion-on-partisan-school-board-law-puts-two-ips-candidates-spots-at-risk/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/confusion-on-partisan-school-board-law-puts-two-ips-candidates-spots-at-risk/A Marion County election board delayed ruling on challenges to the only two candidates for an Indianapolis Public Schools seat, citing conflicting language in a new state law on party affiliation.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMTRafael Ortegahttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/feds-kick-off-youth-sports-initiative-in-indy/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/feds-kick-off-youth-sports-initiative-in-indy/Four federal departments signed a voluntary agreement in Indiana to link youth sports near public housing with education and job pathways, though no money or locations have been announced.Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMTRafael Ortegahttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/indiana-gov-mike-braun-keeps-wait-and-see-stance-on-redistricting-as-gop-lawmake/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/indiana-gov-mike-braun-keeps-wait-and-see-stance-on-redistricting-as-gop-lawmake/Indiana's governor says he will decide on a possible special session only after hearing from the GOP leaders of the House and Senate, even as one veteran senator publicly opposes redrawing the state's congressional maps.Sun, 31 Aug 2025 12:00:00 GMTRafael Ortegahttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/interview-local-leader-talks-about-work-to-prevent-youth-violence/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/interview-local-leader-talks-about-work-to-prevent-youth-violence/Maggie Lewis, CEO of the Boys and Girls Club of Indianapolis, says safe spaces, caring adults and attention to children's basic needs help counter the roots of youth violence.Mon, 18 Aug 2025 12:00:00 GMTRafael Ortegahttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/what-to-know-about-kroger-s-union-contract-negotiations/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/what-to-know-about-kroger-s-union-contract-negotiations/Members of UFCW Local 700 rejected a tentative agreement by a wide margin, but union leaders say a walkout would be a last resort.Fri, 27 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMTJian Chenhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/indiana-republicans-want-school-boards-in-charge-of-sex-ed-critics-say-students/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/indiana-republicans-want-school-boards-in-charge-of-sex-ed-critics-say-students/Senate Bill 128 would require school boards to approve and publicly post all human sexuality lessons, a move supporters call transparency and opponents say adds barriers for students and providers.Tue, 27 Feb 2024 12:00:00 GMTJian Chenhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/circle-city-prep-to-host-black-history-month-bake-sale/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/circle-city-prep-to-host-black-history-month-bake-sale/The school's Culinary Club, working with The Patachou Foundation, will hold a bake sale on Feb. 29 inspired by civil rights cook and activist Georgia Gilmore.Fri, 23 Feb 2024 12:00:00 GMTRafael Ortegahttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/senate-democrats-push-for-increased-education-focus-for-state-budget/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/senate-democrats-push-for-increased-education-focus-for-state-budget/Members of the Senate Democratic Caucus argued that the proposed two-year budget directs too much new money to vouchers while leaving out teacher raises and pandemic recovery funds.Thu, 23 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMTRafael Ortegahttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/second-phase-of-broad-ripple-avenue-work-will-resume-with-new-timeline/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/second-phase-of-broad-ripple-avenue-work-will-resume-with-new-timeline/Indianapolis public works officials say the next stage of the $8.6 million Broad Ripple Avenue overhaul will begin April 3, but local business leaders are unhappy about the length of the closure.Wed, 22 Mar 2023 12:00:00 GMTRafael Ortegahttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/indy-library-s-pick-for-ceo-declines-job-offer-amid-community-outcry/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/indy-library-s-pick-for-ceo-declines-job-offer-amid-community-outcry/Gabriel Morley withdrew from consideration for the top post at Indianapolis Public Library after the board's split vote drew loud objections and scrutiny of his past work.Fri, 09 Dec 2022 12:00:00 GMTJian Chenhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/hundreds-of-students-will-showcase-knowledge-of-the-u-s-constitution/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/hundreds-of-students-will-showcase-knowledge-of-the-u-s-constitution/Middle and high school teams from across the state will compete Dec. 5 and 6 in the state finals of the "We the People: The Citizen and Constitution" competition.Fri, 02 Dec 2022 12:00:00 GMTRafael Ortegahttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/explainer-why-are-court-records-sealed-in-2-girls-deaths/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/explainer-why-are-court-records-sealed-in-2-girls-deaths/A hearing set for Tuesday will determine if the sealed affidavit behind the arrest of Richard Matthew Allen in the 2017 deaths of two Delphi girls is unsealed.Tue, 22 Nov 2022 12:00:00 GMTRafael Ortegahttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/the-indystar-s-tony-cook-discusses-health-and-hospital-corp-s-supreme-court-case/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/the-indystar-s-tony-cook-discusses-health-and-hospital-corp-s-supreme-court-case/The Health and Hospital Corporation of Marion County has asked the nation's highest court to decide whether beneficiaries of federal programs can sue state or local governments at all, a question set for oral argument on Nov. 8.Tue, 01 Nov 2022 12:00:00 GMTRafael Ortegahttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/meet-the-candidates-for-indiana-senate-district-46/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/meet-the-candidates-for-indiana-senate-district-46/Democrat Andrea Hunley and Republican Evan Shearin, the two candidates for the newly drawn Indianapolis seat, answered a WFYI survey on education, housing, local control and abortion ahead of the Nov. 8 election.Fri, 21 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMTJian Chenhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/indiana-abortion-clinic-also-sees-patients-from-kentucky-and-tennessee-while-new/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/indiana-abortion-clinic-also-sees-patients-from-kentucky-and-tennessee-while-new/With Indiana's near-total abortion ban temporarily blocked by a judge, an Indianapolis clinic says it is serving patients from Kentucky, Tennessee and Illinois amid widespread confusion over shifting state laws.Thu, 29 Sep 2022 12:00:00 GMTJian Chenhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/auburn-2-year-old-suffers-catastrophic-brain-injury-linked-to-7-oh/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/auburn-2-year-old-suffers-catastrophic-brain-injury-linked-to-7-oh/Police in Auburn say a 2-year-old was exposed to the kratom-derived drug 7-OH, and a 20-year-old man who lived with the child's mother faces a neglect charge.Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTJian Chenhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/city-council-pushes-to-block-water-rate-hike-plans-to-hold-public-hearing/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/city-council-pushes-to-block-water-rate-hike-plans-to-hold-public-hearing/All nine Fort Wayne City Council members have signed a letter asking the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission to block Aqua Indiana's proposed rate hike, and a public hearing is planned in District 4.Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTRafael Ortegahttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/a-hidden-tradition-benjamin-moser-wants-you-to-know-jewish-anti-zionism-is-not-new/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/a-hidden-tradition-benjamin-moser-wants-you-to-know-jewish-anti-zionism-is-not-new/In a new book and a series of interviews, the Pulitzer-winning writer argues that Jewish opposition to Zionism has deep roots, even as critics fault his methods and tone.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/a-match-like-no-other-el-clasico-awaits-a-yamal-vs-mbappe-showdown/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/a-match-like-no-other-el-clasico-awaits-a-yamal-vs-mbappe-showdown/The rivalry between Barcelona and Real Madrid is set to reach new heights as Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe face off in El Clasico.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/a-senior-dog-vanished-from-a-warren-yard-days-later-she-came-back-burned/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/a-senior-dog-vanished-from-a-warren-yard-days-later-she-came-back-burned/A Warren couple is seeking answers after their 16-year-old dog, Ellie, disappeared from their yard and was brought to a veterinary clinic days later with burn injuries.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNatalia Camposhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/afp-boss-says-politicians-heated-rhetoric-is-fuelling-threats-against-mps/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/afp-boss-says-politicians-heated-rhetoric-is-fuelling-threats-against-mps/Commissioner Krissy Barrett says political conflict can prompt an immediate rise in threats as the alleged attack on Helen Haines renews concerns about MPs’ safety.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/ageing-users-and-record-deaths-the-data-behind-britain-s-9-8bn-a-year-cocaine-habit/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/ageing-users-and-record-deaths-the-data-behind-britain-s-9-8bn-a-year-cocaine-habit/New estimates put English cocaine consumption at a street value of £9.8bn a year, with older users driving a record rise in deaths even as survey numbers stay flat.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/ai-s-opportunity-divide-could-deepen-global-inequality-un-official-warns/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/ai-s-opportunity-divide-could-deepen-global-inequality-un-official-warns/A senior International Telecommunication Union official says gaps in infrastructure, skills and adoption could leave developing countries behind as artificial intelligence reshapes economies.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/algerian-parliament-s-upper-house-approves-troop-deployment-to-niger/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/algerian-parliament-s-upper-house-approves-troop-deployment-to-niger/The upper house of Algeria's parliament has unanimously voted to allow military forces to be stationed in neighboring Niger, marking the country's first such mission since 1973.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/ali-g-who-iz-i-stooge-says-he-was-in-on-joke-but-didn-t-tell-sacha-baron-cohen-he-s-not-go/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/ali-g-who-iz-i-stooge-says-he-was-in-on-joke-but-didn-t-tell-sacha-baron-cohen-he-s-not-go/Joshua Loudermilk, one of two men shown as unwitting participants in Ali G: Who Iz I?, says he recognised the star during filming and kept up his act, though the film's representatives maintain he was not in on the joke.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/all-aboard-the-traintok-trend-spotters-and-staff-boost-rail-content-online/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/all-aboard-the-traintok-trend-spotters-and-staff-boost-rail-content-online/Train content has seen a huge increase on TikTok in the last three months.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/almost-two-thirds-of-australians-bulk-billed-for-all-gp-care-amid-extra-incentives-for-doc/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/almost-two-thirds-of-australians-bulk-billed-for-all-gp-care-amid-extra-incentives-for-doc/A new college of GPs report finds the share of doctors bulk-billing every patient has more than doubled in a year, though experts say affordability is only part of the picture.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/analysis-can-tennessee-execute-christa-pike-again-after-failed-lethal-injection-cbc-news/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/analysis-can-tennessee-execute-christa-pike-again-after-failed-lethal-injection-cbc-news/After a failed lethal injection earlier this month, legal experts say double jeopardy, cruel and unusual punishment claims and Pike's mental state could all complicate any second attempt.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/analysis-oct-7-changed-israeli-society-will-it-also-lead-to-a-change-in-leadership-cbc-new/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/analysis-oct-7-changed-israeli-society-will-it-also-lead-to-a-change-in-leadership-cbc-new/With polls showing the country split almost evenly, Israel's longest-serving prime minister could still survive Tuesday's election despite the fallout from the Hamas-led attacks of Oct. 7, 2023.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/as-yemen-s-houthis-continue-strikes-saudi-arabia-is-looking-to-the-us-for-advanced-ai-weap/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/as-yemen-s-houthis-continue-strikes-saudi-arabia-is-looking-to-the-us-for-advanced-ai-weap/With Houthi strikes ongoing, Riyadh is relying on American intelligence and an AI targeting tool, raising questions about effectiveness and civilian risk.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/asher-grunis-head-of-submarine-affair-commission-steps-down-due-to-health-the-jerusalem-po/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/asher-grunis-head-of-submarine-affair-commission-steps-down-due-to-health-the-jerusalem-po/Asher Grunis, 81, has stepped down as head of the commission examining Israel's submarine and naval vessel deals, just ahead of hearings on personal responsibility set to begin on November 1.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/australian-grand-prix-called-off-as-rain-spoils-phillip-island-sendoff/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/australian-grand-prix-called-off-as-rain-spoils-phillip-island-sendoff/Heavy rain and poor visibility grounded the medical helicopter, forcing organisers to scrap the MotoGP race at Phillip Island in front of a sold-out crowd.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/bandages-for-the-heart-jerusalem-artist-takes-life-s-challenges-as-they-come-the-jerusalem/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/bandages-for-the-heart-jerusalem-artist-takes-life-s-challenges-as-they-come-the-jerusalem/Swiss-born multidisciplinary artist Ariane Littman is showing work in several Israeli venues that uses medical gauze to reflect on the Oct. 7 attack, grief and recovery.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/bangladesh-per-capita-gdp-forecast-to-outstrip-india-s-what-does-it-mean/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/bangladesh-per-capita-gdp-forecast-to-outstrip-india-s-what-does-it-mean/The IMF forecasts Bangladesh's per capita GDP will edge above India's in 2026, though India retains a far larger economy and stronger growth momentum.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/benjamin-netanyahu-presses-donald-trump-for-support-ahead-of-israel-elections-the-jerusale/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/benjamin-netanyahu-presses-donald-trump-for-support-ahead-of-israel-elections-the-jerusale/With elections two days away, the Israeli prime minister is reportedly seeking fresh public support from the US president, even as parts of the American administration signal they are ready to work with any new government.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/bots-deepfakes-and-surveillance-israel-s-election-goes-to-war-online/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/bots-deepfakes-and-surveillance-israel-s-election-goes-to-war-online/With rival political blocs virtually tied before Tuesday’s vote, Israeli parties are using bots, manipulated videos and turnout technology to rally supporters.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/brandon-miller-scores-34-points-as-the-hornets-beat-the-winless-heat-115-110-wsv/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/brandon-miller-scores-34-points-as-the-hornets-beat-the-winless-heat-115-110-wsv/Charlotte answered a lopsided home-opener defeat with a 115-110 victory over Miami, leaving the Heat at 0-3 despite a late rally.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTMiguel Hernandezhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/brazilians-vote-in-presidential-election-runoff-pitting-leftist-lula-against-far-right-bol/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/brazilians-vote-in-presidential-election-runoff-pitting-leftist-lula-against-far-right-bol/Brazilians head to the polls on Sunday in a closely fought presidential runoff in which the leftist incumbent seeks to overturn a first-round defeat to the far-right senator.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/bulgaria-holds-presidential-elections-amid-divisions-over-ukraine-war/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/bulgaria-holds-presidential-elections-amid-divisions-over-ukraine-war/Bulgarians cast ballots on Sunday in a presidential race split over ties with Moscow, as drone strikes off the country's Black Sea coast underscore the war's proximity.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/bulgarians-vote-for-president-in-shadow-of-russia-s-war-in-ukraine/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/bulgarians-vote-for-president-in-shadow-of-russia-s-war-in-ukraine/Bulgarians cast ballots for a new president with former caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov and acting President Iliana Iotova leading a 27-candidate field, as drone attacks on ships off the coast sharpen debate over ties with Russia and the West.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/bust-companies-revived-in-phoenix-deals-more-likely-to-fail-again-study-finds/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/bust-companies-revived-in-phoenix-deals-more-likely-to-fail-again-study-finds/Research commissioned by the Guardian found that companies bought back by former directors or shareholders out of administration were far more likely to collapse a second time and paid creditors much less.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/california-leader-calls-attack-on-alleged-noncitizen-voting-weaponizing-the-law/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/california-leader-calls-attack-on-alleged-noncitizen-voting-weaponizing-the-law/Rob Bonta says federal demands to verify about 20,000 suspected noncitizen ballots are politically motivated, as an appeals court prepares to hear the dispute.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/can-former-serbian-president-aleksandar-vucic-secure-new-mandate-in-elections-the-jerusale/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/can-former-serbian-president-aleksandar-vucic-secure-new-mandate-in-elections-the-jerusale/Former president Aleksandar Vucic is asking voters for a fresh mandate after nearly two years of unrest, with polls giving his coalition a lead over a student-backed opposition list.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/canada-needs-concrete-results-from-eu-summit-former-envoy-says-cbc-news/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/canada-needs-concrete-results-from-eu-summit-former-envoy-says-cbc-news/Stéphane Dion, Canada's former special envoy to the European Union, says this week's two day summit in Montreal must deliver tangible outcomes on trade, security and other files rather than another vague communiqué.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/centcom-chief-brad-cooper-flies-over-hormuz-during-middle-east-visit-the-jerusalem-post/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/centcom-chief-brad-cooper-flies-over-hormuz-during-middle-east-visit-the-jerusalem-post/Adm. Brad Cooper toured the strait on Sunday and said commercial traffic can move freely, even as President Trump accuses Iran of inventing reports of attacks and mines.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/centcom-reportedly-has-plans-for-iran-strikes-will-trump-approve-them/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/centcom-reportedly-has-plans-for-iran-strikes-will-trump-approve-them/CENTCOM has drawn up plans for renewed attacks on Iran, according to The Hill, while President Donald Trump keeps both military action and a deal on the table.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staffhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/charles-anderson-obituary-lakeville-mn-1945-2026/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/charles-anderson-obituary-lakeville-mn-1945-2026/Charles Ralph Anderson, who passed away on October 16, 2026, will be remembered for his devotion to family and commitment to serving others.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTAnna Nowakhttps://centralindianaherald.com/article/cocaine-linked-crimes-on-the-rise-in-britain-as-consumption-surges/https://centralindianaherald.com/article/cocaine-linked-crimes-on-the-rise-in-britain-as-consumption-surges/A Guardian investigation found police recorded a 10% rise in crimes tied to cocaine since 2019, with domestic abuse and drug-driving among the concerns.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTNews Media House Staff