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As Indiana closes previous fiscal year, how did the state budget get so dire?
https://indianapublicradio.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/preview-2025-fiscal-closeout.mp3 The state of Indiana will close the books on its previous state budget Tuesday. Two years ago, the state finished its budget cycle with $3 billion in...

Josef Newgarden wins pole for first IndyCar race at Iowa Speedway
Josef Newgarden, a two-time Indianapolis 500 winner, secured the pole position at Iowa Speedway, a track significantly altered by a partial repave. Team Penske, despite past dominance at Iowa Speedway, has struggled this year, facing scandals and...
Myles Rowe is first Black driver to win IndyNXT race
Myles Rowe became the first Black driver to win an IndyCar or NASCAR race at Iowa Speedway. Rowe's victory also marks the first win by a Black driver in the IndyNXT series. The win at Iowa Speedway, a known proving ground for racing prospects,...
Who won the IndyCar race today? Alex Palou picks up his 7th win of the 2025 season
Alex Palou picks up win No. 7 this IndyCar Series season, edging Chip Ganassi teammate Scott Dixon in the Farm to Finish 275 on the 7/8-mile Iowa Speedway oval. Marcus Armstrong completes the podium, his first this season. Josef Newgarden, who...

Religious meetings this week in Northwest Indiana: July 13-19
Charlie Contreras Pastor Faith Munster | Faith Church Website Charlie Contreras Pastor Faith Munster | Faith Church Website The following religious meetings are scheduled to take place in Northwest Indiana this week. Sunday, July 13 Event: Worship...

Patty’s Picks: New ‘Superman’ film brings action and ignites conversation
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A new Superman movie, directed by James Gunn and starring David Corenswet, has been released, featuring themes of immigration and a character named Crypto the dog. The film aims to deliver a fresh take on the iconic...

Inspiring the next generation: NASA and Children’s Museum’s all-star exhibit
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH)– The Children’s Museum is teaming up with NASA to host a special exhibit during the WNBA All-Star Weekend, offering a blend of basketball-themed activities and space exploration experiences. The exhibit will run from Thursday...

Harness racing heats up in 3 states for locals
Indiana Sired Fair Circuit harness racing had programs last week at the fairgrounds in Shelby and Noble counties. In Shelbyville, 20 heats involving 127 ISFC eligible horses were spread over two days, while, in Kendallville, 21 heats with 121...

Misty Noel files motions for new judge, to vacate contempt of court hearing
Misty Noel files motions for new judge, to vacate contempt of court hearing OK Good morning, everyone. Good morning, Your Honor. Thank you. All right. 1001, 2401 F 529, State of Indiana versus Misty Knoll, this matter is separate. Sentencing but...

Liberty cruise past Caitlin Clark-less Fever as Breanna Stewart comes close to triple-double
The Liberty ended the first half of the season on a high note. Facing an Indiana Fever team that was without Caitlin Clark, the Liberty cruised to a 98-77 victory at Barclays Center on Wednesday night behind one of their most well-rounded...

7 Raiders of the Lost Ark Mistakes You’ll Never Be Able to Unsee
Raiders of the Lost Ark is a bona fide adventure classic. Released in 1981, it not only launched Indiana Jones into pop culture legend but also helped redefine the action-adventure genre. But even timeless blockbusters have their blemishes....

Disney Needs To Stop Pushing the ‘Next Generation’
What do Star Wars, Indiana Jones, and Pirates of the Caribbean all have in common? They’re all Disney franchises, they all rake in billions – and they’re all obsessed with continuing their legacy by introducing the “next generation.” While Disney...

For Farms & Gardens: Reflective tape and SMV signs
If you drive though rural Indiana at night, especially in areas with heavy horse and buggy traffic, you quickly notice the difference reflective tape and trim lighting makes to increase the visibility of slow-moving traffic. The reflective factor...

Caitlin Clark's historic run earns top ESPY honor
Despite a recent stretch of tough injuries and high-pressure performances, Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark continues to rack up accolades. The second-year guard was named the 2025 ESPY’s WNBA Player of the Year, a nod to her growing legacy in...

Shane Gillis tells risky Caitlin Clark Waffle House joke at 2025 ESPY’s
Comedian Shane Gillis hosted the 2025 ESPYs on Wednesday night, and his monologue went about as expected. Nobody was safe, not even Caitlin Clark. It’s no secret that the Indiana Fever star is one of the most popular players in the WNBA. However,...

Indianapolis’ Culture Of Violence
Indianapolis’ Culture Of Violence. Our very own Indianapolis is just failing in every single way. It was a bloody weekend in the capital city, with leadership, government and civic, failing to address Indy’s culture of violence. Tony Katz: Our...

Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration kicks off Friday
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The wait is over! The Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration kicks off Friday! About 88,000 people are expected for the 20-day event, organizers say. The annual celebration of Black excellence in arts, entertainment, culture,...
Standing-room-only crowd gets detailed look at plan for Homer City natural gas plant
Members of the public got their first detailed look Wednesday evening at what would be the largest natural gas-fired power plant in the U.S. if it’s built — a 3,200-acre project in Homer City, Indiana County. Representatives from Homer City...

Indiana University Kokomo thought leaders to share expertise at the first-ever IU Economic Development Summit
KOKOMO, Ind. — Experts from Indiana University Kokomo will be part of an event next month highlighting IU’s research, partnerships, and initiatives that impact economic development by fostering business growth, talent development, and community...

Indiana Foundation Awards $13 Million In Statewide Apprenticeship Grants
The first cohort of high-schoolers will begin apprenticeships next fall, while programs for adults will come later. Photo from Getty Images. By Leslie Bonilla Muñiz Indiana Capital Chronicle INDIANAPOLIS — Eight Indiana organizations have nabbed a...