A MirrorIndy/IndyStar investigation examines how Mayor Joe Hogsett’s administration relied routinely on no-bid contracts, benefiting top donors and former advisors, despite campaign promises to curb the practice: bit.ly/4qJgVXX

What if Washington Square Mall were redeveloped into a luxury hotel and spa with rooftop dining? A California-based developer wants to take on the project, but doesn’t have funding for it: bit.ly/3UdKQwo

Six Indianapolis choirs are looking for new members. Our guide covers how auditions work for each choir and concerts you can attend to check them out. bit.ly/4zbLfyw

Shepherd Community Center will be hosting info sessions on Indiana’s new Medicaid work requirements. The Oct. 28 session will be at The Porch and the Nov. 7 will be at the community center. Bring a laptop or cell phone. bit.ly/3UKgykX

Punjab Property Inc. withdrew its petition to rezone a wetland in Franklin Township. Southsiders worry that a development on the biosystem harm the wetland and its endangered species. bit.ly/4z1VcOZ

The federal government will send “election monitors” to Marion County and Lake County on Election Day, according to the Marion County Election Board. It isn’t clear why election monitors are coming. bit.ly/4Bm3tyL

It’s the perfect time of year to talk about all things horror. Horror writers Delilah S. Dawson, Rachel Harrison and Nadia Davids will be in the city Oct. 29 for a Women in Horror event through Tomorrow Bookstore. bit.ly/4BoO1lx

The city will begin cleaning a homeless encampment along Fall Creek Trail around Oct. 27. The camp is under the Monon Trail bridge by Fall Creek Parkway and trail users say that the mess from the camp is on the trail. bit.ly/4z5ly2u

Eastern Star Church has agreed to withdraw its petition to demolish a 113-year-old church building on the former Martin University campus. It is working with the city’s preservation commission and Indiana Landmarks toward an “amicable resolution.” bit.ly/4i7Wv7K

Marion County has several problem-solving courts, including ones for veterans and behavioral health offering mental healthcare, help finding a job and legal services. But these courts that function as a lifeline for people are facing state funding cuts. bit.ly/4snCdMq

Indy Peace is a hospital-linked violence intervention program. The initiative sends people trained in violence prevention to the bedside of shooting victims. Nate Boggs was able to receive free therapy through the program after being shot nine times. bit.ly/4BkKvIS

Indy has a lot of coffee shops, how well do you think you know them? Take the quiz and tell us your score. bit.ly/4yv68U7

The 113-year-old church on Martin University’s campus could become a historic site. Eastern Star Church bought the campus earlier this year and tried to demolish the building before the city’s historic preservation commission put it on pause. bit.ly/4jQvcBB

4200Kory will headline his first Indy show Oct. 25 at Turntable. The local 25-year-old rapper will take the stage after King Dierre and P.S. Maldonna. Tickets start at $20: bit.ly/47rAn3p

You can buy food, art, jewelry and learn about resources from more than 150 Black- and minority-owned businesses at this year's Daptoberfest. The event is free, but you must RSVP: bit.ly/4dK2aQc

Beech Grove’s $19.6 million budget for 2027 was approved Oct. 19. The city expects a budget shortfall between $600,000 to $1.2 million within the next few years due to changes in property tax distribution. bit.ly/4BfBjFw

Lawrence North lost to Penn High School 34-28 in Indiana’s girls high school flag football state final Oct. 17. The Wildcats were the only Indy school at the tournament. bit.ly/47uPVDu

Gaggles of giggles, roars of laughter … and clowns? You might be at an Indianapolis drag show. For some drag and burlesque dancers, clowning around has more meaning than circus aesthetics. bit.ly/4kdgSTw

Latinas Welding Guild ofrece clases de soldadura en español en el lado oeste de Indianapolis. Es uno de los pocos programas de capacitación que ofrece educación en varios idiomas. Hablamos con estudiantes para aprender sobre cómo es participar para ellos. bit.ly/4ehgoIo

The Indianapolis City-County Council voted Oct. 19 to approve Mayor Joe Hogsett’s $1.9 billion budget for 2027. The budget includes record spending for police and public works. bit.ly/480AtiC

Five school districts in Indy will ask voters for a property tax increase to help fund their daily operations. But what does that mean for teachers, students and staff? We spoke to people who work in the Wayne Township school district to find out more: bit.ly/4saeIGh