State Sen. Hunley won’t seek second term INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — State Sen. Andrea Hunley on Friday announced she will not seek reelection this year. Hunley, a Democrat whose district covers downtown Indianapolis and the near east side, was first elected to the state Senate in 2022 and beca me assistant minority leader in December 2024. She is a former English teacher and school principal. In a statement posted to her campaign Facebook page, Hunley said she plans to finish out her term, which expires at the end of the year. “I will keep working side-by-side with our neighborhoods and businesses to champion a better quality of life for everyone in Indy. I’ve realized that the best way for me to do this is to focus on our local community. While my role may change, my commitment to this work will not. Our city needs bold leadership to be a world-class destination for people to work, play, study and stay. I am not going anywhere.”Sen. Andrea HunleyD-Indianapolis Hunley’s name has been floated as a possible candidate for mayor of Indianapolis in 2027. So far, former City-County Council President Vop Osili and Pike Township Trustee Annette Johnson, both Democrats, are the only candidates running. ...read more read less