Council leaders have ‘more questions than answers’ on soccer stadium plan
Democrats on the Indianapolis City-County Council say they need more information about Mayor Joe Hogsett’s decision to pursue a Major League Soccer franchise.
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Caitlin Clark turns focus back to basketball as training camp opens for Indiana Fever
As the newest member of the Indiana Fever, Clark is learning how she’ll fit into a new offensive system, building chemistry with her new teammates and learning the nuances of what it means to be the WNBA’s highest-profile rookie.
Authenticx, Tenon Software among 2024 Mira Awards winners
TechPoint named its 2024 Mira Awards winners Friday night. The program, which honors achievements in Indiana’s tech sector, recognized 18 winners, including nine from the Indianapolis area.
City reveals new taxing district map for proposed MLS stadium
The map specifies more than 120 non-contiguous addresses throughout downtown that would be incorporated into a new professional sports development area, or PSDA.
Hogsett says city to pursue Major League Soccer franchise
The city is forgoing its relationship with the Indy Eleven to work with an undisclosed ownership group to develop a stadium at one of two potential sites.
Hotel Carmichael exceeding financial expectations, could expand
Financial figures made public to the Carmel City Council show the luxury hotel has exceeded expectations for revenue and occupancy since its opening in 2020.
Indianapolis-based Sushi Boss to expand with Monument Circle restaurant
Sushi Boss will follow Green District and Au Bon Pain Cafe as the tenant at the southwest corner of Monument Circle and Meridian Street.
The GOAT tavern reopens in Carmel after three-year closure
A spokesperson for The GOAT, or Greatest of All Taverns, said the Midtown business reopened March 21 and will hold a grand reopening event May 4.
Baseball star Alex Rodriguez announced as Rally conference speaker
Business executive and baseball analyst Alex “A-Rod” Rodriguez will be among the keynote speakers at this year’s Rally innovation conference in Indianapolis, organizers announced Tuesday.
Brittney Spencer, Fastball lead roster of free Swim Trials concerts
Ten concerts are scheduled at “USA Swimming Live,” a fan destination planned downtown on Georgia Street and part of South Meridian Street.
Visit Indy sells software platform to Pennsylvania firm
The convention and tourism group says it expects to see considerable cost savings over time from the sale of Jupiter, its customer relationship management software platform.
Patron sues Indianapolis Motor Speedway over alleged Snake Pit injuries
The plaintiff seeks compensation from IMS to cover medical expenses, lost wages and other special expenses as well as future medical expenses and court costs.
Caitlin Clark joins the Indiana Fever. Here are 10 things she said in her first news conference.
Clark addressed numerous topics, ranging from the bustling draft party held at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, to the future of the league, to how she feels about the prospect of living in Indianapolis.
Fans line up for Caitlin Clark merchandise after Fever’s WNBA Draft party in downtown Indy
The team’s draft-watch party at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Monday drew an estimated 6,000 fans, including many who stood in long lines to buy from the first stock of Clark-related Indiana Fever memorabilia.
Fishers City Council approves lower parking fee for nonresidents at Geist Waterfront Park
A $50 parking fee was instituted last year over concerns about possible overcrowding and traffic congestion at the new venue, but visits fell far short of predictions.
Caitlin Clark taken No. 1 in WNBA Draft by Indiana Fever
Clark is expected to have a major impact on the Fever, not only on the court, but in the stands, where the team ranked next to last in attendance in 2023. Her appeal was apparent Monday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, where thousands of fans gathered to watch the draft on the arena’s video scoreboard.
WNBA fashionistas expected to showcase their styles at draft
Caitlin Clark and other players at Monday night’s WNBA Draft are facing a challenge essentially every woman can identify with: wearing just the right outfit for a special occasion.
Questions: Is Caitlin Clark facing a pay cut in WNBA? Can she help the Fever?
Having taken women’s college basketball to new heights, Caitlin Clark is about to step boldly into her future as the presumed No. 1 draft pick of the WNBA’s Indiana Fever. Here are some questions and answers about Clark’s immediate future in the WNBA.
Caitlin Clark biggest name in high-impact WNBA Draft
The Indiana Fever, who are expected to take Clark with their No. 1 pick in the draft, have a draft party scheduled for Monday night.
InterContinental Hotel set to open this fall, bringing downtown another luxury lodging option
The $101 million project at 17 W. Market St. will include 170 rooms and a rooftop bar with views of the Soldiers and Sailors Monument. The opening will come some five years after Keystone first proposed the hotel.