UIndy capitalizing on Super Bowl attention
The New York Giants are practicing at the private university on the south side of the city, giving it the type of attention that money can’t buy.
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ESPN pleased with Pan Am Plaza broadcast decision
The sports network originally considered broadcasting from Monument Circle, but chose the plaza because the location has Lucas Oil Stadium as an ideal backdrop.
Doctor clears Manning to play, but Colts haven’t
Colts owner Jim Irsay said on Twitter early Friday that "Peyton has not passed our physical nor has he been cleared to play" for the Colts. Irsay said the team would have a statement later in the day.
Indiana union leader promises no Super Bowl skirmish
The president of Indiana AFL-CIO is promising union members will not disrupt the Super Bowl festivities in Indianapolis after efforts to block right-to-work legislation failed.
Super Bowl average ticket price slips to $3,664
The average ticket price for the Super Bowl rematch between the New York Giants and New England Patriots in Indianapolis has fallen 15 percent in the last six days, according to sellers on the secondary market.
Indianapolis Children’s Choir lands big Super Bowl gig
Forty-five members of Indianapolis Children's Choir will sing the national anthem along with recording artist Kelly Clarkson at the Super Bowl in Indianapolis on Sunday.
Feds seize nearly $5M in phony Super Bowl goods
Federal officials say authorities have seized nearly $5 million worth of phony Super Bowl sportswear and merchandise in a nationwide sweep.
Indy gets dose of star power with Super Bowl
Indianapolis will become a celebrity magnet over the next few days as Madonna and an assortment of stars from film, music and TV arrive for four compact days of entertainment and partying tied to the Super Bowl.
Party planners hope to cash in on Super Bowl
Local companies helping with game’s festivities are using their home turf to showcase their talents in hopes it will lead to more work at future Super Bowls.
Super Bowl events put spotlight on IndyCar
Fans and media outlets have flocked to NFL-themed IndyCars and Indianapolis Motor Speedway this week, giving the open-wheel series and its biggest race millions of dollars worth of exposure at a critical time.
NFL prepares for counterfeiters of Super Bowl merchandise
The National Football League, along with the New England Patriots and New York Giants, have received court permission to seize items that aren’t officially licensed by the NFL.
Retailer Lids strives for Super Bowl dominance
Lids Sports Group is emerging as an early Super Bowl winner among local businesses after betting big that souvenir sales would shine.
Fans’ first Super Bowl media day a hot ticket
Media day has long been a major attraction at the Super Bowl, and this year for the first time, fans—many from the Indianapolis area—were allowed to experience the carnival atmosphere first-hand.
Neighborhoods outside downtown hoping for big crowds, too
Starting Thursday, a free shuttle service will carry Super Bowl visitors to Indianapolis-area hotspots such as Massachusetts Avenue, Fountain Square and Broad Ripple, or as far away as Carmel, Greenfield, Shelbyville or the village of Zionsville.
Average price of Super Bowl ticket slides on secondary market
The average price for a ticket to the Feb. 5 game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis fell to $3,982 on Monday, down from $4,311 since Jan. 27.
Indy airport helping city make strong first impressions
The Indianapolis International Airport Authority and Indianapolis Super Bowl Host Committee know impressions begin when people arrive in the city and continue to be formed when they depart.
With Super Bowl, city seeks to distinguish itself
Like every host city, Indianapolis has tried to stand out with unusual features for the 10-day party it's hosting for the nation. But will any of those things become standard parts of future Super Bowl experiences?
Indiana legislators OK tougher sex-trafficking law
A bill to toughen Indiana's penalties for sex trafficking is on its way to Gov. Mitch Daniels for him to sign into law ahead of next weekend's Super Bowl in Indianapolis.
VIDEO: Quick trip down the zipline
IBJ gets an advance preview of Super Bowl Village's zipline experience, which will lose money for the host committee over 10 days in the name of ramping up overall buzz.
Former Borders space lands tenant for Super Bowl
South Florida sports agent Howard Jaffe's Barjaf Group is temporarily leasing the space, which will feature a nightclub in which rapper Nelly is set to perform the night before the Super Bowl.