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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Pacers win Game 1 of NBA Finals 111-110 over Thunder

1 day ago | indianapolisrecorder.com | Noral Parham

“It aint over until it is over and the clock hits zero,” Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton said following his buzzer-beater jumper to secure a win in Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder on June 5. Facing a 15-point deficit in the fourth quarter and plagued by nearly 20 first-half turnovers, the Pacers displayed resilience on the road.
2025 NBA Finals Game 1 Preview: Indiana Pacers at OKC Thunder

1 day ago | indianapolisrecorder.com | Noral Parham

Here we are: Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Finals. The Indiana Pacers (50-32) and Oklahoma City Thunder (68-14), often called ‘small-market teams,’ are playing at the apex of basketball. Indiana advanced by defeating Milwaukee (4-1), Cleveland (4-1), and New York (4-2). Point guard Tyrese Haliburton anchors their playmaking, leading all playoff players with 9.8 assists per game.
Carson questions migrant detention at Camp Atterbury - Indianapolis Recorder

1 day ago | indianapolisrecorder.com | Hanna Rauworth

U.S. Representative André Carson (D-IN-07) has formally requested detailed information from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regarding reports that Camp Atterbury, a military training facility in Indiana, may be repurposed to detain migrants amid escalating federal deportation efforts.
$300K grant fuels quality-of-life planning on Far Eastside - Indianapolis Recorder

1 day ago | indianapolisrecorder.com | Hanna Rauworth

The City of Indianapolis has awarded a $300,000 grant to LISC Indianapolis to spearhead a Quality-of-Life Planning initiative on the Far Eastside, aiming to empower residents to shape a vision for their community’s future. The funding, provided through the Indiana Economic Development Corporation’s READI program, marks a significant investment in neighborhood-driven progress.
WFYI pushes back against federal defunding proposal - Indianapolis Recorder

1 day ago | indianapolisrecorder.com | Hanna Rauworth

The White House’s recent proposal to rescind $1.1 billion in funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) has drawn sharp criticism from WFYI Public Media, a key beneficiary of CPB funding. This move, announced in a June 3 memorandum, threatens the financial stability of 1,500 public media stations nationwide, including Indianapolis-based WFYI. If Congress approves the proposal, WFYI stands to lose $1.5 million annually, representing 11% of its budget.
Pay the woman: WNBA players deserve more

1 day ago | indianapolisrecorder.com | Noral Parham

The WNBA has a real-life salary problem. Picture this: the energy is undeniable — sold-out arenas, record merchandise sales, unprecedented television viewership. Players like Paige Bueckers, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese aren’t just playing basketball; they’re igniting a cultural phenomenon, drawing crowds and attention the WNBA has long dreamed of.
Fever snap 3-game losing streak, defeat Mystics 85-76

1 day ago | indianapolisrecorder.com | Noral Parham

The Indiana Fever used a decisive 31-point third quarter to defeat the Washington Mystics 85-76 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on June 3. Kelsey Mitchell led all scorers with 24 points, matching her season high, as Indiana (3-4) ended a three-game skid. The Fever seized control after halftime, outscoring Washington 31-21 in the third frame. Lexie Hull fueled the run with 12 of her 14 points during the period, including two of Indiana’s franchise-record 11 three-pointers.
Pride, Poise, Perfection: '72 Pacers talk 2025 NBA Finals

2 days ago | indianapolisrecorder.com | Noral Parham

As the Pacers prepare for their first NBA Finals appearance in 25 years, Darnell “Dr. Dunk” Hillman — a cornerstone of Indiana’s back-to-back American Basketball Association (ABA) championships (1972, 1973) — sees uncanny parallels between today’s team and the franchise’s golden era.
Mother-daughter duo among Martin University class of 2025 graduates

2 days ago | indianapolisrecorder.com |

Martin University celebrated a mother-daughter duo during spring commencement. Denise Johnson and her daughter Janelle Johnson were among 48 graduates of Martin University’s 56th commencement ceremony, which took place at the Father Boniface Hardin Gathertoirum on May 31. The mother-daughter duo both pursued a degree in business administration. “It took me almost ten years to finish my degree, but my daughter was my constant inspiration to get me through,” Denise Johnson said in a statement.
Pride Month, Juneteenth and African American Music Month and other things to celebrate- Indianapolis Recorder

2 days ago | indianapolisrecorder.com |

June in Indy is about to be hot — parades, block parties, soul music, murals and maybe a little roller disco if you’re lucky. Whatever you’re looking to celebrate, the Recorder’s got you covered. Here’s just a sample of some of the free and low-cost events celebrating Pride, Juneteenth and African American Music Month in Indianapolis. First Friday: Pride & Joy — FREEThe ArtSpace at the Athenaeum, 401 E.