During his first mayoral campaign, Joe Hogsett said he would take on “downtown insiders.” Over a decade in office, his campaign has worked behind closed doors to advance donor interests. mirrorindy.org/indianapolis...

To report this story, we digitized more than 10 years of Hogsett’s campaign finance records. We’re making that data available to the public. Find something interesting or have questions? Email me: [email protected]. www.datawrapper.de/_/nvKd9/?v=5

This is not my data. This is the public's data.

“If it’s a dream you can think about, it’s a reality you can create.” And more wisdom from recent grads. 😭 mirrorindy.org/graduation-2...

I love graduation season! There's something about watching people celebrate their accomplishments that gets me in my feels every time. This year, I wanted to find a way to celebrate Indy graduates for @mirrorindy.org. The result is these gorgeous portraits from Brett Phelps and audio interviews.

"But by the time students at Martin realized their financial aid was held up, there was no one left to help address the problem as school staff was abruptly laid off." @clairerafford.bsky.social dives into Martin University's closure. Buckle up. mirrorindy.org/martin-unive...

A must-read story this morning from @clairerafford.bsky.social: mirrorindy.org/martin-unive...

People yearn for the Pizza Hut reading program. Some local folks are stepping up. mirrorindy.org/indianapolis...

When I wrote about Community Heights’ tactical urbanism projects, one of the complaints was how long it would take to install a permanent solution. So DPW has launched a quick-build program. Not permanent, but less temporary. mirrorindy.org/indianapolis...

Mandatory #ivoted selfie! Voting at the Boner Center gym this morning was quick and easy. Follow along with @mirrorindy.org’s live blog for updates from polls across the city all day long. mirrorindy.org/indiana-prim...

THE JOBS LINE IS LIVE @clairerafford.bsky.social has heard from so many folks struggling to make it in this economy. So she's launching a text channel to build a bridge between people and jobs resources. Sign up for info on job fairs, trainings, etc. mirrorindy.org/mirror-indy-...

Exciting news: @mirrorindy.org and I are launching a new text line!! It's called The Jobs Line and it's focused on helping people learn about job fairs, free and low-cost trainings and employment resources in Indy. Text 317-676-4163 to sign up! Not spam! mirrorindy.org/mirror-indy-...

Love this story from @carleylanich.bsky.social so much. A must read today: mirrorindy.org/hope-academy...

News: Eastern Star Church is looking to purchase Martin University's eastside campus, two people who are familiar with the plans told Mirror Indy. Read more: mirrorindy.org/eastern-star...

Easter Sunday in Indy: Serving the Lord and serving looks You have to see these photos! mirrorindy.org/easter-sunda...

Don't miss this one! Fashion report from Easter Sunday at Indy's Black churches from @theavgjourn.bsky.social & Brett Phelps. I love the OOTD audio descriptions!! mirrorindy.org/easter-sunda...

it’s here!! everything u need to know about the 2026 primary is live at mirrorindy.org/vote/

Love this story @enriquesaenz.bsky.social. Everyone deserves the feeling of a great new haircut! mirrorindy.org/west-indiana...

We made our student loan explainer into a quiz! Do you need to switch plans? Consolidate your loan? Find out here: mirrorindy.org/trump-federa...

That and kids are the future! If you care about what direction Indy is moving in, you should definitely care about what's up in our local schools! ☀️

...which is why we want to know: What's most important to you? Is there something you want to know more about in Indy's education scene? Let @clairerafford.bsky.social and I know! We really want to make sure our work is useful, accessible and informative (and fun too!) (3/3)

“Everyone should care about education whether you have a kid in school or not, because your tax dollars are paying for it.” @carleylanich.bsky.social

Local Indy sports events that won’t break the bank mirrorindy.org/indianapolis...

What the heck is happening with student loans? is the question I have been asking myself for months. I spoke to experts to find to what borrowers need to know right now. Presenting, @mirrorindy.org's(jargon-free) guide to federal student loan changes: mirrorindy.org/student-loan...

I checked my voter registration status (and updated my address) this morning! It's quick and easy. Make sure you're registered by April 6 using @mirrorindy.org's helpful guide: mirrorindy.org/register-to-...

Babies can be vaccinated against measles at as young as six months. The child will need to begin the normal series again at 12 months, so a kid vaccinated prior to being a year old will get 3 shots total instead of two. (at 6 months, at 12 months, and btwn 2-4 years old) /1

For today's @mirrorindy.org newsletter, I wrote about "English," which is showing at the IRT through April 4. This production was so beautiful and captured all the emotions that come with learning a new language. I highly recommend you see it!

"People forget that these are not just folks we tuck away and never think about or talk about again,” director Morgan Morton said. “We should be reframing things so that we really do think about them as our neighbors.” Love this story from Seth Johnson: mirrorindy.org/re-entry-pla...

The Braun administration decided in February to scrap a 15-acre expansion to the White River State Park. One westside resident: “There were guarantees for Elanco, and there were promises for the community.” mirrorindy.org/white-river-...

From @allymburris.bsky.social - Ivy Tech President Marty Pollio's former school district faces a $188 million deficit. Audits and school officials blame him. www.indystar.com/story/news/i...

Indy’s hearing examiner has a contract with the city and is paid with city dollars. But the zoning official was adamant during a recent hearing: The public is not her boss. How does she view her responsibility to the public? I didn’t get to ask her. mirrorindy.org/mdc-hearing-...

Never met a @mirrorindy.org reporter's notebook I didn't like ❣️if you have thoughts/experiences to share about looking for a job in Indy, my DMs are open!

All of our data center coverage! In one spot! With a form to take your questions! mirrorindy.org/data-centers/

A nice public records story from Natalie Chan with @idsnews.bsky.social! IU Indianapolis spent nearly $1.3 million on snow removal after winter storm www.idsnews.com/article/2026...

Spotted on my biweekly scroll of r/IUPUI youtu.be/S3mer-qV3XQ

this is one of the best hockey games I've ever seen but I keep wondering: are any of these men's hockey players married or related to women that I've heard of? what is the US women's hockey team up to right now

Mikaela Shiffrin wins the slalom gold medal by 1.50 seconds If you add up the winning margins of the winners at the 1998, 2002, 2006, 2010, 2014, 2018, and 2022 women's slalom, you get 1.51 seconds

Martin University is for sale. #HoosierSky mirrorindy.org/martin-unive...

New: Martin University is selling its campus. It's listed for $3.5M for its eight-acre property, along with several smaller properties. Read more here: mirrorindy.org/martin-unive...

DOG AT THE OLYMPICS FULL COMPETITION HIGHLIGHTS

Eligible Eastsiders can get free home repairs through this program. To qualify for free repairs, you need to own and live in your home, live on the east side and meet certain income limits. localnewsforindiana.bluelena.io/lt.php?x=4lZ...

I actually cannot express how wonderful it is to clock out of work and know I can go home and watch the Olympics. What a joy in these times

THE OLYMPICS OF BIATHLON MESS CONTINUES GOLD MEDAL FOR THE WOMAN WHO STOLE HER TEAMMATE'S CREDIT CARDS

What even is a data center?? We are breaking it all down as the conversation continues in Indy. mirrorindy.org/how-indianap...

Love that @clairerafford.bsky.social of @mirrorindy.org reported on it: mirrorindy.org/butler-unive.... Thank you, from a Deaf Hoosier.

We owe the existence of the modern half time show to Black people.

This is now the second attempt by Indiana lawmakers to ban "low earning" college degrees this session. The language was taken out of one bill and inserted into another. Really good catch by Marissa Meador for @indystar.bsky.social www.indystar.com/story/news/p...

We made a one-stop shop for city transparency after the Hogsett administration failed to. While reporting, we noticed years worth of missing reports. Since we contacted the city, they've updated their website. Updates to ours coming shortly. mirrorindy.org/disclose-ind...

UPDATE: A community meeting to discuss the findings of the city's community survey regarding Black wealth in Indy has been postponed due to weather. New date coming soon. read more about the project here: mirrorindy.org/indianapolis...

What does the car sound like with Liam inside? Does the ICE agent stay quiet while he sobs? Does he try to comfort Liam? Or get frustrated and lash out at the five-year-old’s despair? Does the agent secure his seatbelt? Is Liam big enough to not need a car seat? sahanjournal.com/education/ic...