The Indianapolis Recorder

The Indianapolis Recorder is a weekly publication that started its journey in 1895. It proudly claims the title of the oldest African-American newspaper in Indiana still in circulation and is recognized as the fourth oldest African-American newspaper in the entire country. Its main audience is the African-American community.

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Recorder Rewind: Key Glock makes tour stop in Indy

1 week ago | indianapolisrecorder.com | Noral Parham

Check out photos from Mia Moore of the Key Glock ‘Glockaveli’ Tour, held on Juneteenth, June 19, at the Everwise Amphitheatre. Contact Multi-Media & Senior Sports Reporter Noral Parham at 317-762-7846 or via email at [email protected]. Follow him on TikTok @HorsemenSportsMedia. For more arts & culture news, click here. Noral Parham is the multi-media & senior sports reporter for the Indianapolis Recorder, one of the oldest Black publications in the country.
Pacers force Game 7, defeat Thunder 108-91 in NBA Finals

1 week ago | indianapolisrecorder.com | Noral Parham

Two of the most infamous words in professional sports have been uttered: Game Seven. On a significant Juneteenth evening pulsating with history and hope, the Indiana Pacers delivered a performance worthy of the ages. They dismantled the Oklahoma City Thunder 108-91 on June 19 at a high-octane Gainbridge Fieldhouse, forcing a winner-take-all Game 7 in the NBA Finals. “There’s nothing like a Game 7 in the NBA Finals,” Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton said following the decisive win.
Braun signs comprehensive health care reform bills - Indianapolis Recorder

1 week ago | indianapolisrecorder.com | Hanna Rauworth

Gov. Mike Braun signed a suite of 10 health care reform bills into law, marking Indiana’s effort to address rising health care costs and systemic inefficiencies. The laws, which Braun called “transformative,” aim to increase transparency, end anti-competitive practices and reduce costs for Hoosier patients. “I promised Hoosiers I would take on the big health care industry and get solutions to the problems making health care unaffordable,” Braun said.
Indiana Department of Health offers summer safety tips - Indianapolis Recorder

1 week ago | indianapolisrecorder.com | Hanna Rauworth

The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) is encouraging Hoosiers to enjoy summer activities responsibly by following guidelines to protect against common seasonal health risks. State Health Commissioner Lindsay Weaver highlighted the importance of prioritizing water safety, sun protection, mosquito-borne illness prevention and grilling safety. Water safety Drowning remains a significant concern in Indiana, especially for children ages 1-4.
33rd annual Indian Market & Festival returns to Eiteljorg with new offerings - Indianapolis Recorder

1 week ago | indianapolisrecorder.com |

The Eiteljorg Museum is closing out the month of June with its annual Indian Market & Festival. More than 100 American Indian, First Nations and Alaskan Native artists will have booths set up throughout the Eiteljorg grounds, inviting visitors to shop jewelry, pottery, beadwork, paintings, carvings and sculptures.
Dear Fathers and Anthem launch ‘Dads to Doulas’ program - Indianapolis Recorder

1 week ago | indianapolisrecorder.com | Hanna Rauworth

Dear Fathers, a community organization dedicated to empowering Black fathers, has partnered with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield to launch “Dads to Doulas” in Indiana. This groundbreaking initiative trains Black fathers to become informed advocates in maternal and infant health, addressing significant health disparities in the state. The program, launching in Lake County in July and Marion County in August, will provide doula-level education through in-person and virtual cohorts.
Fever clinch Commissioner's Cup berth with physical win over Sun - Indianapolis Recorder

1 week ago | indianapolisrecorder.com | Noral Parham

The Indiana Fever secured a decisive 88-71 victory over the Connecticut Sun on June 17 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, propelled by Caitlin Clark’s game-high 20 points. The win clinched Indiana’s spot in the Commissioner’s Cup Final. Clark shot 6-of-12 from the field, including 4-of-6 from three-point range and six assists. Natasha Howard dominated inside, recording her 50th double-double with 16 points and 12 rebounds.
Pacers fall flat in Game 5 of NBA Finals to Thunder

1 week ago | indianapolisrecorder.com | Noral Parham

The Indiana Pacers’ championship hopes are one loss from extinction after they lost 120-109 in Game 5 to the Oklahoma City Thunder on June 16 at the Paycom Center. Oklahoma City seized a crucial 3-2 NBA Finals lead. History offers minimal solace: Teams winning Game 5 after a 2-2 Finals split claim the title 74% of the time (23-8). The Thunder’s formidable 10-2 home playoff record, featuring wins with an average of 25 points, deepens Indiana’s challenge.
Carson introduces bill to restore medical research funding - Indianapolis Recorder

1 week ago | indianapolisrecorder.com | Hanna Rauworth

Congressman Andre Carson (IN-07) and Congressman Mike Levin (CA-49) have introduced the Medical Research for Our Troops Act, aimed at reinstating full funding to the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP). The bill, H.R. 3906, was introduced on June 11 and has garnered the support of 70 organizations and 22 original cosponsors.
IU board approves design for biosciences hub at 16 Tech - Indianapolis Recorder

1 week ago | indianapolisrecorder.com | Hanna Rauworth

Indiana University (IU) has secured architectural design approval for its IU Launch Accelerator for Biosciences (IU LAB), marking a significant step in its mission to position Indiana as a global leader in bioscience innovation. The IU Board of Trustees greenlit the plan for the facility, set to be located in the 16 Tech Innovation District. The five-story, 150,000-square-foot building will stand adjacent to the Herron School of Art and Design’s Eskenazi Fine Arts Center on Indiana Avenue.