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Faith and politics intersect in message from U.S. senator and pastor as Summer Celebration kicks off
From the altar at Grace Apostolic Church Thursday night, Warnock wore two hats interchangeably during his remarks at the start of IBE's annual event.
Shop for free suits for your job interview
In Pursuit Of gives free business clothes to men who are veterans, unhoused or have a low income.
Texas Tenors performing at Brown County Music Center
Tickets for the concert go on sale Friday, July 10 at 10 a.m.
Indiana Black Expo announces 2026 honorees, Summer Celebration event lineup
The Summer Celebration will take place from July 8-19, while the 2026 Pacers Sports & Entertainment Corporate Luncheon will happen July 17.
Local documentary series hits Tubi
“Naptown Narratives” highlights Black business owners and artists in Indianapolis.
Indiana librarians receiving mental health training to better help visitors
Molina Healthcare grant supports new initiative to train frontline library staff.
Q&A: Monique Crain Spells connects spirit to ancestry in new book
Reverend Monique Crain Spells is an ordained minister and executive in the Christian Church, Disciples of Christ in the United States and Canada. Now she is adding author to her […]
At Mother Loves Garden, kids get paid to grow
Summer campers earned money while learning to plant and tend to their own food. An after-school program starts July 27.
Meet the 2026 Art & Soul featured artists
Art & Soul is still celebrating Black art and music in Indianapolis 30 years later. Since 1996, the Indy Arts Council has recognized four Black, Indy-based creatives each year for […]
REVIEW: The timing of the IBTC’s ‘The Colored Museum’ couldn’t be better
While the rest of the country got ready to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary over the weekend, the Indianapolis Black Theater Company (IBTC) reminded audiences there’s more to the story with […]
'I was devastated' | Local baker shut out as convention center changes vendors for Indiana Black Expo's Summer Celebration
Desmaine Berry had a very successful year selling her baked goods last year, but outside vendors aren't allowed to sell in the Indiana Convention Center this year.
Vintage game consoles, games and movies reign supreme at this southside store
OldSchool Outpost is a part of a resurgence of Gen Z and millennials’ return to physical media.