Good morning, this is Indianapolis Local Pulse for Thursday, May 8th, 2025.
We begin with breaking news overnight on the city’s south side. Police are searching for a driver involved in a tragic hit and run last night on Raymond Street, where a crash claimed the life of a child and left two others injured. Investigators are asking anyone with information or dashcam footage from the area to contact authorities. Our thoughts are with the families affected by this heartbreaking incident.
Turning to City Hall, the council is moving forward with a proposed expansion of affordable housing just north of the Mile Square. This aims to address the city’s ongoing housing crunch and bring an estimated three hundred new units online by the end of 2026, a hopeful note for renters and first-time homebuyers.
Let’s check the weather. Today we’ll see overcast skies with afternoon temperatures in the lower sixties. If you’re planning to head out to Garfield Park or take the kids to the zoo, pack a light jacket—it could feel a bit cool, especially with a chance of light sprinkles in the later hours. Tomorrow brings chillier air, with highs only around fifty, so expect a cooler start to your weekend and keep umbrellas handy through Friday evening.
The job market in Indy continues to show resilience. Major employers along the I-465 corridor are advertising several hundred openings, especially in logistics, healthcare, and skilled trades. For job seekers, this week’s career fair at the Indiana Convention Center is expected to draw large crowds, so bring your resumes and dress to impress!
In real estate, demand remains steady. The median home price in Marion County holds just above two hundred sixty thousand dollars, with new construction picking up near Fall Creek and Irvington. Several open houses are planned for Saturday if you’re house hunting.
On the cultural front, the city buzzes with anticipation for the Indy 500, now just a few weeks away. Today, the Artsgarden downtown hosts live jazz performances starting at noon. Over on Mass Ave, a new bakery and coffee shop opened its doors yesterday, drawing crowds for their locally roasted beans and inventive pastries.
Looking at sports, the Pacers are coming off a hard-fought win at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, keeping playoff hopes alive. In high school news, North Central’s girls’ track team took top honors at yesterday’s city championship—congratulations to those Panthers.
In community events, keep your calendars marked for the Broad Ripple Art Fair this weekend, plus a neighborhood cleanup along Fountain Square on Saturday morning. Volunteers are still needed and all supplies will be provided.
Before we go, a feel-good moment—students at IPS School 84 surprised cafeteria staff with handmade thank-you cards and a breakfast in appreciation for their hard work, a reminder of the kindness still thriving in our city.
This has been Indianapolis Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
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