IM Editors

Of all the Hoosier cultural emblems, none is as sweet and soothing as sugar cream pie.

The Indigo Duck in Franklin, known for its rich Lowcountry cooking with a French accent, embraces the essential accompaniment for Fried Green Tomatoes.

As far as soup-and-sandwich combos go, nothing beats the pairing of toasty grilled bread loaded with warm, melting cheese alongside a bowl of sweet, soothing tomato soup.

The homey sides get special attention, too: luscious creamy grits, lightly sauteed fresh greens, and smoky barbecued black beans cooked until al dente.

Casserole is a one-pot dish that can be prepped ahead. Self-reliant and relaxed, it takes care of itself in the oven by bubbling and browning away, allowing you to get on with your life.

A gifted chef can make a dish look simple when it is anything but. Case in point: these skillet-formed hash browns.

Indianapolis is drawing heroin straight from Mexico and bypassing Chicago altogether—which might account for the high potency.

Only one state prohibits the retail sale of packaged alcoholic beverages on Sunday while also allowing it to be served at bars, restaurants, and events. Spoiler alert: It’s us.

Upon being sworn in last January, Indiana educator-in-chief Glenda Ritz braced for a fight. Who could blame her?

Councillor John Barth proposed a bipartisan study to help determine how many officers Indy really requires, so the Council can work on a long-term plan. “We need to take politics out of policing,” he says.

For a town built on racing, Indy has been noticeably lean on racetracks. Short of the Fastimes go-karting facility near Castleton, where can the amateur go to express his inner Foyt?

Since boosters first kicked the tires on the idea of upgrading public transportation in 2008, efforts to get the General Assembly to approve a funding referendum have proceeded in starts and stops.

The Hoosier livestock industry makes more than $2.5 billion a year and “has seen growth in almost every livestock sector.” But for a group that’s doing so well, animal-farmers sure seem defensive.

Find out what Indy has to offer to satisfy your sense of style in clothing, lighting and even sports.

The city’s best nature trail, plus it’s top gay-marriage advocate, rivalry game, fashion sale, and more.