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Powerball Jackpot Ticket and 19 Million-Dollar-Plus Tickets Sold in Indiana STATEWIDE–Two people are splitting the $143.4 million Powerball jackpot from Wednesday night’s drawing. One of the winners is from Indiana while the other is from Kansas. The prize amount for each jackpot winning ticket is $71.7 million. In addition to the jackpot-winning ticket, 14 tickets […]

STATEWIDE— Gas prices are climbing toward five dollars a gallon across Indiana as rising global tensions and a labor strike at the Whiting refinery add pressure to already high fuel costs. AAA reports Indiana’s average gas price sits at $4.41 as of Thursday, but many people across central Indiana say they are paying much more […]

Rashaad Muhammad alleges Fulton County Jail officials denied him access to his medical treatments for a chronic bladder condition.

Voting rights advocates are calling for collective action and encouraging a reframing of how we approach elections and the work that comes after. 

Black stars shine at Met Gala, celebrating fashion's power to tell stories of identity, culture, and pride.

NWS: Cooler Weather This Weekend in Indiana STATEWIDE–Temperatures will continue to cool down across Indiana in the coming days “We really haven’t had any extended cool weather all spring. That is about to change a little bit,” said Mike Ryan, meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Indianapolis. Ryan says the pattern will shift, but […]

The GOP's complex relationship with Black Americans, from early civil rights to recent controversies over race and identity.

Sheriff Susan Hutson of Orleans Parish was set to leave office in the coming days after losing her bid for reelection last October.

Sybil Wilkes reports on threats to voting rights, a historic Black media milestone, and the fight for fair representation in Florida.

IndyCar Introduces New Safety Feature To Prevent Airborne Crashes At Indy 500 IndyCar has introduced a new safety feature aimed at reducing airborne crashes during the Indianapolis 500. Starting this year, all cars will be equipped with carbon fiber safety flaps positioned ahead of the rear wheels. These flaps, nearly as wide as the rear […]

Black hair is more than just appearance - it's history, identity, creativity, and communication, as seen in films celebrating hair culture.

How Many Indiana Landmarks Fit Inside The Indianapolis Motor Speedway BREAKING NEWS: The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is Massive Okay, so maybe that’s not exactly breaking news or even news at all. It’s actually a well-known fact. With approximately 240,000 permanent seats and spanning 560 acres, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) is a colossal sports venue. But what about […]