Pacers see ‘overwhelming’ merchandise demand amid playoffs, NBA Finals run
The Pacers Team Store has experienced a surge in merchandise sales as the Pacers continue battling for the NBA championship.
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‘You had to prove that you belonged’: Beyond Clarkonomics podcast examines Indiana Fever’s history in WNBA
Episode 2 of Beyond Clarkonomics examines the history of the Indiana Fever, from empty seats to a championship team, to understand the road that led it to the 2024 WNBA Draft.
Indiana to receive up to $100M as part of $7.4B opioid settlement
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita said the agreement addresses the devastating impact of Purdue Pharma’s aggressive marketing of opioid products under the Sackler family’s ownership, which “fueled the worst drug crisis in U.S. history.”
Smaller amusement parks hope for a strong summer under the shadow of tariffs
Some park owners fear ongoing economic uncertainty could keep families from traveling this summer, while tariffs could add extra costs for items like game prizes or parts for rides.
Retailer At Home files bankruptcy, with lenders set to take over
The chain has more than 250 stores in the United States, including four stores in the Indianapolis area, that sell everything from patio furniture to picture frames and washable rugs.
Credit scores decline for millions as student loan collections restart
According to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, about 1 in 4 people with student loan accounts were more than 90 days behind on payments at the end of March.
Federal funding uncertainty eliminates some Indiana programs, threatens others
Indiana is the third most reliant state on federal cash–behind Louisiana and Mississippi according to the left-leaning Center on Budget and Policy Priorities.
IBJ Podcast: CEO of fast-growing Indy housing developer on urban and suburban markets, being ‘a joiner’
Kelli Lawrence of Onyx + East discuss quadrupling revenue in five years, the economics of developing and pricing the firm’s projects and being the only woman in the room early in her career.
Trump administration offers some details of how it would control U.S. Steel, but union raises concerns
President Donald Trump would have unique influence over the operations of U.S. Steel under the terms of what the White House calls an “investment” being made by Japan-based Nippon Steel in the iconic American steelmaker.
Pacers coach Carlisle offers defense of ref after criticism in Game 4 of NBA Finals
Indiana Pacers coach Rick Carlisle said heavy online criticism of longtime official Scott Foster after the Pacers’ loss in Game 4 was unfair.
Hundreds gather at Indiana Statehouse as part of ‘No Kings’ protests
Upwards of 3,000 Hoosiers attended Saturday’s protest, according to the Indiana State Police, who monitored the event from the perimeter and detained at least one participant after a scuffle with an opposing protester.
Trump curbs immigration enforcement at farms, meatpacking plants, hotels and restaurants
The shift suggests Trump’s promise of mass deportations has limits if it threatens industries that rely on workers in the country illegally.
Caitlin Clark returns from injury, leads Fever past previously unbeaten Liberty
Clark tied her career high for 3-pointers and added nine assists and eight rebounds as the Fever (5-5) set a franchise record with 17 3-pointers in 35 attempts.
Trump clears path for Nippon Steel investment in U.S. Steel, so long as it fits the government’s terms
The iconic American steelmaker and Nippon Steel said in a joint statement that the agreement stipulates that approximately $11 billion in new investments will be made by 2028.
Thunder tie up NBA Finals with late comeback against Pacers
The Pacers led for much of the game and had a chance to take a decisive lead in the series, but faltered down the stretch.
Hundreds of Duke Energy workers preparing to go on strike
Nearly 1,000 union workers at Duke Energy Indiana are set for an “imminent work stoppage” over a contract dispute with the Plainfield-based utility.
Surge in viewers leads ION TV to extend broadcasting deal with WNBA
The deal extends the network’s existing three-year deal reached in 2023 to broadcast regular-season games and host a weekly studio show.
Caitlin Clark cleared to play Saturday after missing 5 games to injury
Sophie Cunningham, who has missed the last three games with an ankle injury, is also expected return to action Saturday at home against the undefeated New York Liberty.
2025 Corporate 100: Vera Bradley seeks to reinvigorate brand with new materials, silhouettes
Chief Marketing Officer Alison Hiatt explains the rebranding strategy and explains what has been working as the company tries to recover from lagging sales.
2025 Corporate 100: Sweetwater’s focus on the details builds high-value relationships
IBJ talked with CEO Mike Clem about Sweetwater’s huge Fort Wayne campus, which includes the nation’s largest music store, a performance pavilion, recording studios, professional service center, theater, café, salon and more.