by Toter - 2 months ago
The WNBA All-Star festivities commenced with flair beneath the city's renowned Artsgarden, hosting the She’s Got Now Empowerment Luncheon that gathered an inspiring assembly of trailblazers, mentors, and emerging talents. Organized by founder Tomeka B. Holyfield, the event celebrated individuals wh...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Dear Editor,The League of Women Voters extends heartfelt condolences to the families and communities affected by this weekend's devastating flooding in Central Texas. This tragedy underscores the urgent need for improved resources, effective systems, and coordinated responses to natural disasters.Re...
by Toter - 2 months ago
To the editor, Donald Trump informed the Texas Republican congressional delegation that the GOP aims to secure five additional red congressional seats in the impending special session. Meanwhile, Greg Abbott appears to exploit the recent Texas flooding calamity for political gain, sidestepping inq...
by Toter - 2 months ago
On the eve of WNBA All-Star Weekend, a vibrant emblem of community investment was revealed at Riverside Park. Iconic Indiana Fever forward Tamika Catchings, in collaboration with the WNBPA and 2K Foundations, inaugurated a newly revitalized basketball court on July 17, celebrating a venue closely li...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Caitlin Clark's recent right groin sprain will prevent her participation in the upcoming WNBA All-Star Game, along with the highly anticipated three-point competition, set for July 19th at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. As the league's marquee player and local favorite, her absence is felt k...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Texas residents deserve to choose their own representatives instead of allowing politicians in Austin or Washington, D.C., to manipulate the process. The overt efforts by figures like John Cornyn and Ken Paxton to skew the system in their favor epitomize the problems plaguing our political landscape...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Did Lauren Sánchez’s extravagant wedding to Jeff Bezos come at a cost to her engagement ring? Recently married to the Amazon mogul, aged 61, Sánchez, 55, accepted his proposal aboard his $500 million yacht, Koru, in 2023, receiving a stunning 30-carat pink diamond valued between $3 million and $5...
by Toter - 2 months ago
On July 16, a basketball camp for 150 middle-school girls celebrated inclusion and leadership, pairing Paralympic athletes with emerging players just days preceding the WNBA All-Star Game. Organized by the Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation, Group 1001, and the Women’s Sports Foundation (WSF), this two-day...
by Toter - 2 months ago
The Harrison Center will be rebranded as “The Hardwood House” this weekend, thanks to a collaboration with Foot Locker and Nike. Running from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on July 18-19 at 1505 N. Delaware St., The Hardwood House invites Hoosier families, basketball enthusiasts, and sneaker aficionados to imm...
by Toter - 2 months ago
For many, Michael Kidd-Gilchrist represents an athlete, a devoted friend, and a caring father. For others, he is the catalyst enabling families to afford crucial speech therapy for their children during formative years. At 31, Kidd-Gilchrist, who has battled a stutter since childhood, is now a natio...
by Toter - 2 months ago
A Black adolescent selling palmetto roses outside a Circle K in South Carolina faced an aggressive arrest by multiple officers on Tuesday, a confrontation captured by a bystander on TikTok that has since gone viral. Consequently, one officer has been placed on administrative leave. The event unfold...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Union Baptist Church, known as “A Church On The Move For Christ Since 1831,” will commemorate its 194th Anniversary on Sunday, July 20, at 10:45 a.m. The celebration will be led by Reverend Dr. Orlando B. Yates, the church’s Senior Pastor. Notably, Pastor Julian A. Cook of Lincoln Heights Missionary...
by Toter - 2 months ago
In recent addresses and media interactions, President Donald Trump has praised the federal budget surplus for June, asserting that a surplus of this nature hadn't occurred in “many, many years” or “decades.” However, it's important to note that the U.S. hadn't posted a surplus in June since 2016, al...
by Toter - 2 months ago
The WNBA All-Star Game in Indianapolis is set to mark a significant chapter in the league's narrative. However, reports indicate that star Caitlin Clark may not compete in the STARRY 3-Point Contest or the All-Star Game itself. Compounding concerns, the 2026 season faces potential jeopardy due to st...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Former President George W. Bush decisively dismissed the rumors surrounding Barack and Michelle Obama's marriage when his daughter touched on the topic. His clear stance highlights the depth of their unlikely friendship, which has become a hot topic on social media.The insight into Bush’s perspectiv...