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Indianapolis Recorder Newspaper and Hoosier State Press Association unite to address health disparities in Indiana

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The Indianapolis Recorder Newspaper, a leading voice in community journalism, is thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with the Hoosier State Press Association (HSPA) to intensify...
Black History Matters

From exclusion to empowerment: Indiana Black lawyers & judges

JADE JACKSON -
Prior to 1900, there were very few Black lawyers practicing in and around Indianapolis. The first Black attorney admitted to the bar in Indianapolis was James T.V. Hill, who practiced law from 1882 to 1928 and was active in civic affairs.
Education

Lead poisoning affecting literacy rates in Indianapolis

JADE JACKSON -
Indianapolis NAACP conducted lead testing in city schools and found shocking results. (Photo/provided by Gary Holland)
Politics

On This Day: Black Panther leader Fred Hampton assassinated

NORAL PARHAM -
On December 4, 1969, Fred Hampton, a rising activist in the Black Panther Party (BPP), was assassinated in a raid led by the Chicago...
Business

Indianapolis Recorder in Review: A year of triumphs and community impact 

JADE JACKSON -
As the year draws to a close, the Indianapolis Recorder looks back on a transformative year marked by remarkable achievements.  
Health

Local organizations partner to raise awareness during National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week

NORAL PARHAM -
Lead poisoning is a public health issue that has affected people tremendously since the Industrial Revolution. Many people, specifically children, face lead-filled dangers daily....
News Briefs

The NAACP hosts 52nd Freedom Fund Banquet 

BRAXTON BABB -
The Greater Indianapolis Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) hosted the 52nd Annual Freedom Fund Banquet Sept. 21....
Education

Florida criticized for controversial Black history standards

CHLOE McGOWAN -
The Florida Board of Education has recently given its approval for new standards aimed at teaching Black history in public schools. However, the decision...
Opinion

Till (Till you do right by me…)

HEAVYN LESTER -
We entered hushed, our eyes spoke, and with our heads, we greeted hello. Old friends broke the silence by introducing children and grandchildren. Blacks...
Opinion

Florida’s history standards claim slavery included ‘benefit’ to Black Americans

DEVON DAVIS -
Florida Board of Education approved controversial new standards for teaching Black history in the state’s public schools. The move has already received criticism from the president...
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