IMS says 110th Indianapolis 500 could sell out in early May
IMS and IndyCar President Doug Boles said at this point in the year, ticket sales are ahead of last year when the race sold out.
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The Chicago Bears, Indiana and the math behind NFL stadium deals
Professional sports experts say past NFL stadium deals might offer Indiana lawmakers a few clues to what a Lake County deal could mean for both the team and the state.
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Indianapolis secures NFL Scouting Combine through 2028
Other announcements made at Visit Indy’s annual State of Tourism event include the addition of two medical conventions to the city’s slate.
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NCAA announces slate of events for Final Four weekend
Plans are coming together for what is expected to be the most action-packed Final Four weekend in history, with the NCAA on Wednesday unveiling community initiatives and events for this year’s event.
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IU football updates: Mendoza says Kirkwood celebration ‘epitomizes the Hoosier spirit,’ will sign autographs in Bloomington on Wednesday
IBJ reporters bring you coverage of the fanfare, festivities and the football from central Indiana and south Florida as the Hoosiers take on The University of Miami Hurricanes in the College Football Playoff National Championship.
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Key state lawmaker casts doubt on Indianapolis’ aspirations for MLS stadium
For the second time in as many months, a state lawmaker is questioning the city’s chances of financing a potential Major League Soccer stadium.
IndyCar locks in Honda and Chevrolet with new deals, ending 2 years of Honda exit talk
This multiyear announcement extends Chevrolet’s participation in IndyCar, where it has won nine of 14 championships since returning to the series in 2012. Honda began IndyCar competition in 1994 and has been an engine supplier for over 30 years.
Portage pitches $5B lakefront stadium, entertainment district to Chicago Bears
Halas Harbor, named for the team’s founder, George Halas, is being billed as a privately funded, shovel-ready site that could break ground as early as June of this year.
Portage mayor to make pitch for Chicago Bears stadium site
Portage is the latest community to throw its hat into the ring following a December announcement from Chicago Bears CEO Kevin Warren that the team is expanding its search for a new stadium site to include northwest Indiana.
US figure skater Amber Glenn resolves copyright issue with a Canadian music artist at the Olympics
The process for obtaining copyright permission is confusing and prone to mistakes, and several skaters at the Milan Cortina Games have had to change programs at the last minute because of it.
Illinois governor says Bears’ Indiana gambit is real — and talks are moving
Gov. JB Pritzker said there is “a lot of discussion, a lot of ongoing conversation with the Bears” to try to keep the team playing in Illinois.
City disputes Chuck Surack’s claims that MLS effort is dead
Surack told Fox 59/CBS 4 over the weekend that in 2025 he was told by those involved in the effort that the stadium plan was no longer moving forward. He said he heard similar remarks from city hall.
Cadillac F1 unveils black and white design for race cars
CEO Dan Towriss called the design — unveiled in a Super Bowl ad — “bold, modern and unmistakably American.”
Report: Director Michael Bay sues Cadillac F1 over Super Bowl commercial
According to The Athletic, the Hollywood director claims CEO Dan Towriss and Fishers-based Cadillac F1 stole Bay’s ideas for the commercial.
Hammond mayor: Indiana’s bid for Bears relocation ‘extremely serious’
Indiana officials are keeping up their push to attract a planned new stadium for the Chicago Bears into northwest Indiana.
Adam Vinatieri, Drew Brees headline NFL Hall of Fame class missing Bill Belichick
Vinatieri was one of the most clutch kickers in NFL history and quarterback Brees made the Pro Bowl 13 times in his career.
Pacers trade Mathurin, Jackson, draft picks to Clippers for center Ivica Zubac
Zubac, who turns 29 next month, is signed through the 2027-28 season, meaning he’ll be around when two-time All-Star guard Tyrese Haliburton returns from his torn Achilles tendon next season.
Indiana House speaker to sponsor Bears stadium bill
Gov. Mike Braun said observers should start watching the Bears’ public responses to Indiana’s actions to get an idea “where this is headed.”
ESPN closes deal for NFL Network, rights for RedZone
ESPN acquired NFL Network, NFL Fantasy and the rights to distribute the RedZone channel. The league will get a 10% equity stake in ESPN.
Tim Cindric returns to Team Penske as Scott McLaughlin’s race strategist
When Josef Newgarden and Will Power’s cars failed inspection moments before they were due to run for the pole at Indianapolis last May, Roger Penske fired his top three executives, including Cindric.
Indiana Sports Corp. to host service day honoring Jim Morris
The nonprofit will host the Jim Morris Day of Service on March 24, with a focus on tidying up downtown before the men’s basketball season culminates at Lucas Oil Stadium and Gainbridge Fieldhouse nearly two weeks later.
Senate passes Chicago Bears stadium bill in show of support for NFL team
Senate Bill 27 would establish the Northwest Indiana Stadium Authority to issue bonds, acquire land, finance capital improvements and enter into leases with private entities.
IU football championship bobbleheads become top sellers
The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum said this week its Indiana University football championship collection has become the best-selling set in its 12-year history.
Indiana’s title defense will feature back-to-back matchups with Ohio State and Michigan
The Big Ten Conference released its 2026 league schedule on Tuesday.