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Education

Ida P. (Hagan) Whitaker: A Force Against “Unwarranted Prejudices”

STAFF - March 11, 2025

By GLORIA J. STEELE Her name might not be in Who’s Who Among African Americans, or have household recognition like Madam C.J. Walker, but Ida Hagan broke...

Business

Companies face immediate backlash for abandoning DEI pledges

NORAL PARHAM - February 21, 2025

By Stacy M. Brown Corporate America’s retreat from diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) commitments is already having significant repercussions, with consumer boycotts, stock fluctuations and...

Sports

More than a game: 2025 HBCU Classic

NORAL PARHAM - February 18, 2025

In front of a high-spirited crowd of 10,000 at Oakland Arena in California, the 2025 NBA HBCU Classic delivered an unforgettable showcase of talent,...

Local News

Who was DEI for anyway?

CHLOE McGOWAN - March 5, 2025

Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) has been a hot topic of conversation for decades. Regardless of what it is called, diversity, equity and inclusion (and...

Sports

Pacers get involved during Black History Month

NORAL PARHAM - February 3, 2025

In honor of Black History Month, Pacers Sports & Entertainment (PS&E) is transforming Gainbridge Fieldhouse into a hub of unique activations and exhibits. Chief executive...

Arts & Culture

Lachi to headline No Limits Celebration at Butler University

CHLOE McGOWAN - February 27, 2025

Award-winning recording artist Lachi is headlining the Indiana Blind Children’s Foundation (IBCF) 2025 No Limits Celebration: An Evening with Lachi. Established by the Indiana School...

Business

Target slashes DEI initiatives and communities are torn

NORAL PARHAM - February 17, 2025

In a significant policy shift, Target Corporation announced the conclusion of several of its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) policies. This move raised concerns about...

Black History Matters

Champions of Diversity 2025: Celebrating Indianapolis’ Excellence in Diversity

CHLOE McGOWAN - January 23, 2025

From Fred Payne to Andrea Neely to Dr. Lorenzo Esters, the 2025 Champions of Diversity awards gala honored Indianapolis’ leaders and equity advocates ahead...

Opinion

My favorite cultural moments of 2024

CAMIKE JONES - December 30, 2024

I was excited to be in Indianapolis in 2024. To be honest, I didn’t always feel this way. I recall many times looking online...

Arts & Culture

Asante Art Institute’s holiday concert to celebrate diversity

CHLOE McGOWAN - November 25, 2024

Asante Art Institute of Indianapolis is preparing a holiday concert to celebrate the city’s rich cultural diversity and traditions. “Joy to the World: A Holiday...

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