Indianapolis, IN
Indianapolis Housing Agency no longer in control, HUD and city take over operations
INDIANAPOLIS — The City of Indianapolis and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) will take over the Indianapolis Housing Agency.
This means the City and HUD will jointly work together to improve the agency. Previously, the IHA was responsible for paying its bills, issuing housing vouchers and more.
HUD says due to the agency’s serious failure to manage funds and records, it was time to take over.
HUD cited the following reasons as to why:
- IHA’s failure to maintain proper control over and properly use public housing HCV (housing choice voucher) grant funds.
- IHA’s failure to maintain, complete and accurate records and books of account in such manner to permit a speedy and effective audit.
- IHA’s failure to comply with federal procurement regulations.
HUD found about 1,500 vouchers are currently not being used out of the 9,000 vouchers available. This means families that could be getting federal help, aren’t.
“Nobody wanted to do the hard work it takes to issue a voucher, set the rent, work with the landlords and inspect the units,” Richard J. Monocchio, HUD Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary, said.
WRTV’s Rachael Wilkerson asked how bad of shape the Indianapolis Housing Agency was in.
“Bad shape. I’m not going to sugar coat it,” Monocchio said. “This is the responsibility the government has to the people, and the government hasn’t kept that responsibility. I walk these buildings. It’s unacceptable.”
On Wednesday, Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett and Monocchio signed a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement (CEA) between the city and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to jointly restore public confidence and accountability over the Indianapolis Housing Agency.
The agency will work together but the city, HUD says, will play a major role in supervising IHA.
HUD says there are three other incidents (New Orleans, Detroit and Gary, IN) where housing authorities reached a CEA, but described Indianapolis as the most unique situation.
“I don’t think the level of cooperation between federal government and chief executive of a city like this has happened before,” Monocchio said.
“What does this mean for residents?” WRTV’s Rachael Wilkerson asked.
“Nothing changes in terms of their lease or their contract with the landlord. Residents are going to be protected and the residents are going to see a better quality of life without question,” Monocchio said.
TIMELINE:
- In December 2022, the city requested assistance from HUD for IHA.
- In September 2023, the city and HUD signed a letter for intent for the CEA (agreement announced).
- On March 29, 2024, HUD made the official determination that IHA is in substantial default pursuant to the U.S. Housing At of 1937 because it violated fundamental obligations of its federal public housing and Housing Choice Voucher programs.
- On April 10, 2024, HUD takes full possession of IHA in cooperation with the city.
IHA’s board is also dissolved.
Kimberly Size, HUD Indiana Field Office Director, will serve as the only member of the IHA board. There will still be public meetings for residents, but Kim is the only member.
“How has your experience living here been?” WRTV’s Rachael Wilkerson asked.
“It’s been Hell on Earth. That’s what it’s been,” Barton Tower resident Kathryn Lee said.
“So, now that the City and HUD is taking over, how does that make you feel?” WRTV’s Rachael Wilkerson asked.
“I don’t know yet. I gotta wait and let them take over and see what happens. I don’t know if it’s going to help me,” Lee said.
One of the biggest challenges for residents is restoring trust back into the IHA community.
“Because they don’t have it with me at all,” Lee said.
As for the current cyber attack investigation of IHA’s voucher system that is impacting some residents, the city says there is an ongoing criminal investigation and have no updates regarding the status.
‘The Odyssey’ Anne Hathaway recalls sleep-deprived moment on set
“The Odyssey” star Anne Hathaway recalls a sleep-deprived moment on the set she blanked on her lines and how Christopher Nolan handled it perfectly.
“The Odyssey” director Christopher Nolan has long been an advocate for IMAX 70mm film, advising movie buffs to get the best viewing experience possible in special IMAX theaters.
Very few locations around the world are capable of projecting the film, however, with just 25 U.S. theaters airing Nolan’s newest movie in the special format.
Luckily, Indianapolis is among the locations where fans can see “The Odyssey” in 70mm at one IMAX location.
What is ‘The Odyssey’ about?
Based on Homer’s epic poem, the three-hour saga (in theaters July 17) follows Greek king Odysseus (Matt Damon) on his 10-year journey back to Ithaca to reunite with his wife, Penelope (Anne Hathaway), and son, Telemachus (Tom Holland). Throughout his journey Odysseus faces off against sirens, giants and sea gods.
What is a 70mm film projection?
70mm film projection is a wide high-resolution film gauge for motion picture photography, according to Indiewire. It is a process of projecting movies onto a big screen using a film print that is 70mm wide, which is about twice the size of regular 35mm film.
Nolan’s “The Odyssey” is the first major studio movie to ever be filmed completely with IMAX cameras, as they are notoriously costly, loud and bulky to operate, according to USA TODAY.
Why does Christopher Nolan prefer 70 mm film projection?
Nolan previously told the Associated Press he is a longtime fan of the filming method, creating other films like “Dunkirk” and “Tenet” with the large format film stock as well.
He explained that viewers are getting the feeling of 3D without the glasses, adding that the sharpness and clarity of the cameras immerse them in the world of the film.
“You rarely get the chance to really talk to moviegoers directly about why you love a particular format and why if they can find an IMAX screen to see the film on that’s great,” Nolan said. “We put a lot of effort into shooting the film in a way that we can get it out on these large format screens. It really is just a great way of giving people an experience that they can’t possibly get in the home.”
Where can you see ‘The Odyssey’ on 70mm film in Indiana?
Moviegoers can see “The Odyssey” in 15 perf/70mm film in the IMAX Theatre at the Indiana State Museum. As of Wednesday, July 15, some showings for opening weekend already were sold out.
Where are all 25 IMAX 70mm theaters showing ‘The Odyssey?’
Here’s where to see it in IMAX:
- Harkins Arizona Mills 25 & IMAX – Tempe, Arizona
- Regal LA Live & IMAX – Los Angeles, CA
- AMC Metreon 16 & IMAX – San Francisco, California
- Universal Cinema AMC at CityWalk Hollywood & IMAX – Universal City, California
- TCL Chinese Theater IMAX – Hollywood, California
- Regal Edwards Ontario Palace & IMAX – Ontario, Canada
- Regal Irvine Spectrum 21 + IMAX – Irvine, California
- Esquire IMAX – Sacramento, California
- Regal Hacienda Crossings & IMAX – Dublin, California
- Cinemark Carefree Circle & IMAX – Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Regal Colorado Center 9 & IMAX – Denver, Colorado
- AutoNation IMAX, Museum of Discovery & Science – Fort Lauderdale
- Regal Mall of Georgia & IMAX – Buford, Georgia
- Cinemark Seven Bridges & IMAX – Woodridge, Illinois
- IMAX Theatre at Indiana State Museum – Indianapolis, Indiana
- Celebration! Cinema Grand Rapids North & IMAX – Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Brenden Palms 14 & IMAX – Las Vegas, Nevada
- AMC Lincoln Square 13 & IMAX – New York, New York
- Cinemark Tinseltown Rochester & IMAX – Rochester, New York
- Regal UA King of Prussia & IMAX – King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
- Apple Cinemas Providence Place & IMAX – Providence, Rhode Island
- IMAX at the Tennessee Aquarium – Chattanooga, Tennessee
- Regal Opry Mills & IMAX – Nashville, Tennessee
- AMC Rivercenter 11 & IMAX – San Antonio, Texas
- Cinemark Dallas & IMAX – Dallas, Texas
CONTRIBUTING: Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY
Indianapolis, IN
NFL Trade Rumor: Indianapolis Colts and Tampa Bay Buccaneers emerge as top landing spots for $4M Cleveland Browns’ QB
The Cleveland Browns’ rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders has found his name regularly among trade speculations as the team reportedly received calls from rivals about him. Though the Cleveland Browns are seemingly not looking to trade him soon, the Indianapolis Colts and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have emerged as potential landing spots.
Which teams are interested in Shedeur Sanders?
Over the last three weeks, as ESPN insiders confirmed that the Cleveland Browns have been speaking to team about Shedeur Sanders, the New York Jets, the Indianapolis Colts and the Tampa Bay Buccanners have been linked to him.
What are insiders saying about the rumors?
Recently, NFL insider Michael Moraitis of the Big Lead noted in a recent report, “The Cardinals figured to go into the 2026 season with Jacoby Brissett as their starter, but the veteran is holding out and now his future is uncertain. General manager Monti Ossenfort is on the hot seat and cannot afford to turn the ball over to Gardner Minshew, and there’s no telling when Carson Beck will be ready. Sanders is no sure thing, but he at least offers the upside Minshew doesn’t, and the starting experience Beck doesn’t have.” NFL insider Michael Moraitis of the Big Lead added, “The Bucs and Baker Mayfield are in a contract standoff, and while the veteran is not going to hold out, he will be a free agent in 2027 if nothing changes. If Mayfield isn’t re-signed, the Bucs would be in the market for a new starting quarterback without any semblance of a potential long-term solution on the roster behind Mayfield.”
Contract details and salary cap implications
The rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders is currently on a 4-year, $4.647 million rookie contract with the team.For the team that trades for him, Shedeur Sanders would have a $1.005 million base salary in 2026.As per reports, trading Shedeur Sanders would instantly clear $781,310 in immediate 2026 cap space for the Cleveland Browns as the team takes a $335,535 dead cap hit from his accelerated signing bonus.
How will the trade affect the teams?
For the Indianapolis Colts, trading for Shedeur Sanders remains very affordable as he could be a $1.005 million insurance policy to push or backup Anthony Richardson.For the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, trading for Shedeur Sanders makes him a low cost backup quarterback ready to become the starter if Baker Mayfield leaves.
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department says a shooting investigation was underway after a 16-year-old boy was found shot on Indy’s north side Wednesday morning.
Online police reports show the call for a person shot came in in the 900 block of East 64th Street around 7:23 a.m. That’s in the Meridian-Kessler area, just west of the Monon Trail.
When officers arrived, they found the teen suffering a gunshot wound.
IMPD says he was taken to a hospital in stable condition. Officials also noted the teen has been “uncooperative” with investigators at the scene.
It was unclear if there were any suspects or what may have led up to the shooting.
This is a developing story.
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