Indianapolis news

Here are some recent news stories from Indianapolis, Indiana:

Local News

• A new study finds that Indianapolis is one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States, with a population growth rate of 1.4% between 2020 and 2021. (Source: IndyStar)
• The Indianapolis City-County Council has approved a plan to increase the city's minimum wage to $15 per hour by 2024. (Source: WISH-TV)
• A new downtown Indianapolis development project, known as "The Yard," is expected to bring over 1,000 new apartments and 20,000 square feet of retail space to the area. (Source: Indy Business)

Sports

• The Indianapolis Colts have signed quarterback Matt Ryan to a four-year contract extension. (Source: ESPN)
• The Indiana Pacers have traded guard Malcolm Brogdon to the Boston Celtics in exchange for a first-round draft pick. (Source: The Athletic)
• The Indianapolis 500 is set to return to its traditional Memorial Day weekend date in 2023, with a new schedule that includes a Saturday qualifying session. (Source: NBC Sports)

Crime

• A man has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the shooting death of a 21-year-old woman in a downtown Indianapolis parking garage. (Source: WTHR)
• The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department has launched an investigation into a string of armed robberies that have occurred at several local businesses. (Source: Fox 59)
• A suspect has been arrested and charged with attempted murder in connection with a shooting that occurred at a northwest Indianapolis apartment complex. (Source: WISH-TV)

Weather

• A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for parts of central Indiana, including Indianapolis, due to a line of storms that is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds. (Source: WTHR)
• The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for the Indianapolis area, with temperatures expected to reach the mid-90s and heat indices over 100 degrees. (Source: IndyStar)
• A winter storm warning has been issued for parts of northern Indiana, including the Indianapolis area, due to a storm that is expected to bring heavy snow and freezing rain. (Source: WISH-TV)