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U.S. Rep. Sylvester Turner, former Houston mayor, passed away at 70. Turner, a prominent Houston Democratic figure, died early Wednesday from health complications. His death leaves a crucial Democratic seat vacant, impacting Congress's balance. Turne...
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Kelley Trowbridge and Maira Martin triumphed in the 2025 Young Playwrights in Process. Indiana Repertory Theatre's competition inspires grades 6-12. Over 150 entries were reviewed; winners receive $1,000. Martin's “To Heal a Wilted Flower” and Trowbr...
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Gov. Mike Braun's executive order enhances paid parental leave for Indiana state employees. Women receive six weeks post-birth recovery leave, with additional time for C-sections. All full-time employees get 150 hours of leave post-birth or adoption....
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(Photos provided/Bhatta Boom Photo Booth) Bhatta Boom Photo Booth, serving Indianapolis, Kentucky, and Illinois, is a modern, woman-owned enterprise offering innovative photo booth experiences since 2020. With options like Digital Dropoff and AI Ske...
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Indiana Gov. Mike Braun enacted two executive orders defining sex and ensuring "fairness" in women's sports. These measures, criticized by LGBTQ+ advocates, mandate adherence to 2020 Title IX interpretations, excluding transgender athletes. Opponents...
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Target Corporation faces a $12.4 billion market loss as backlash grows over its DEI rollback. Black consumers and advocacy groups, including NNPA and NAACP, are leading economic protests, with calls for a 40-day spending fast to demand corporate acco...
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Mayor Joe Hogsett and Indy Parks initiated a $2.6 million project at Chapel Hill Park, introducing a splash pad, playground, and courts. Funded by the Lilly Endowment Grant, this project is part of a $140 million investment, aiming to enhance communi...
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Scholarship applications for 2025-26 are open until May 1 for the Friends Education Fund, supporting African American undergraduates in technical programs. Established by Indianapolis First Friends Meeting, this fund aids Black students with over $1...
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Indy Latina Artists present "ATREVIDA" this March, highlighting women's boldness at SPACE Gallery. Open March 9, 6-9 p.m., the exhibition showcases Latina artists' interpretations of "atrevida" through art, poetry, and music. Founded in 2021, ILA fos...
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Published March 30, 2023, Keirsten Hodgens reflects on her Broadway journey in “SIX the Musical.” Portraying Catherine Parr, Anna of Cleaves, and Jane Seymour, Hodgens made history as the first woman of color in these roles. She now shifts focus to T...
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Nashville’s National Museum of African American Music welcomes Calvin Dunning II and Mozianio Reliford III to its board. Dunning joins the R&B Foundation Committee, while Reliford contributes to Black Music Month and Leadership Search Committees....
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Connor Painting, a minority and women-owned business, was honored as March 2025's Certified Vendor by OMWBD. Janmarie Connor, CEO, praised the city's support, highlighting their dedication to small businesses. With over 50,000 projects completed, the...
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Indianapolis native Mike Epps shared his disappointment over not being included in Pacers Sports & Entertainment's collaboration with Kevin Hart's Hartbeat. He emphasized unity among Black entertainers and praised Hart's support for emerging comedian...
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InterContinental Indianapolis debuts downtown, marking the city's first luxury hotel in two decades. The historic Illinois Building, restored by Keystone Group, features 170 rooms, two dining concepts by Chef Craig Baker, and a rooftop bar. This proj...
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In Indiana, the Hoosier Breast Cancer Advocates (HBCA) aim to revolutionize breast cancer care with bipartisan legislation. Pink Out Day will unite advocates to back various legislative efforts. Central to their mission is House Bill No. 1299, promot...
