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Coming Up Friday at 6 p.m. On “Indiana Newsdesk”

Coming up on Indiana Newsdesk.

President Obama calls for a review of how the United States handles hostage situations. We'll take a look at the life and death of an aid worker from Indianapolis who was captured and beheaded by Islamist militants and how his story is stirring Hoosiers to action.

Bloomington is attracting new businesses and that's causing some to worry how the city's downtown will change. Can city officials take advantage of the economic vitality while keeping the city unique?

And our education team explains the debate over whether the state superintendent should be elected or appointed.

These stories and a look at this week's top headlines, Friday at 6 p.m. on Indiana Newsdesk.