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Man sentenced to federal prison for possession of machine gun amid outdoor NBA Finals crowd
The incident occurred the night of June 22, 2025, when thousands of people were downtown to watch the broadcast of the championship game between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Pacers.
Number of Miami flights and their prices continue to climb ahead of IU championship appearance
According to online ticket tracking company Skyscanner, the price for the cheapest one-way ticket to Miami on Friday is $263, but it’s a three-stop, 42-hour journey using both Spirit Airlines and Frontier Airlines. The fastest is an $857 direct flight from Southwest Airlines on Friday afternoon.
Tickets for Indiana football’s title game scarce, with high demand driving high prices
The get-in price for tickets to the Jan. 19 game at Hard Rock Stadium are just over $3,200 as of early Monday afternoon—about half the cost of a nosebleed seat to last year’s Super Bowl.
Airlines add flights to Miami as ticket prices rise for title game
Resale tickets for the IU-Miami game start at about $3,800 and top out at nearly $30,000, while the CEO of Bullseye Event Group says the group’s VIP travel packages are selling fast.
Ritz-Carlton development would add to Indy’s growing roster of luxury hotel offerings
Projected to open in 2028, the 170-room Ritz-Carlton is expected to be one of the most upscale hotels in central Indiana, along with the InterContinental Indianapolis and the Conrad Indianapolis.
Travel planners gear up for IU’s Peach Bowl appearance—and beyond
As thousands of IU football fans travel or otherwise celebrate the Hoosiers’ upcoming Peach Bowl appearance, local hospitality organizations juggle planning for Friday’s game and for a potential championship.
Indiana House speaker ready to talk Chicago Bears, but not MLS, in 2026 session
House Speaker Todd Huston, R-Fishers, on Thursday told reporters that discussions involving the Bears need to happen quickly, after the team just last month publicly announced it was expanding its search for a stadium to Indiana.
IMS Museum names Indianapolis racing industry executive as new leader
Under Michael Good, the Speedway-based Performance Racing Industry saw its annual trade show at the Indiana Convention Center grow in attendance, exhibitors and sponsorship, with the 2025 event alone bringing in more than 100 new exhibitors.
Hogsett optimistic on pro soccer in Indy, but legislative leader says plans ‘not feasible’ so far
While Mayor Joe Hogsett remains optimistic at the prospect of bringing a professional soccer team to Indy, Senate Appropriations Committee chair Ryan Mishler told IBJ he’s less certain of a team’s long-term viability.
Ritz-Carlton confirmed as part of Simon family’s $400M CSX redevelopment
Boxcar Development, an investment group for the Simon family, will formally break ground on the project Wednesday, although site work—including demolition of the former CSX railroad building—began in mid-2024.
Indiana lawmakers say talks with Chicago Bears are in very early stages
State legislators say they are waiting to hear more from the Bears before they can work on proposals to relocate the team to northwest Indiana.
Irsay-Gordon: Bringing back Steichen, Ballard comes with ‘sense of urgency’
In her most significant decision since taking over the franchise’s day-to-day operations, Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon ignored the urge to fire her coach and general manager.
Golf Club of Indiana building 18-hole putting course that will be first in state
The Ridge Putting Course will open in summer 2026 for course members, nearby residents and donors. It will be available to members of the public in 2027.
Rare rainy day expected for Rose Parade, Rose Bowl as IU fans make trip
For the first time in 20 years, rain is expected to intrude on the Rose Parade and the Rose Bowl in Southern California. Thousands of Indiana University fans are expected to make the trip.
Colts need to start contemplating future following playoff elimination
After becoming the first team in 30 years to start 8-2 and miss the playoffs, the Colts could use this week to start pondering fixes for next season. But with one game left this season, coach Shane Steichen insists he’s not looking beyond this week.
Fox files request to shift former sports analyst Mark Sanchez’s assault case to federal court
Fox, which has been sued for negligent hiring, is requesting the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana take jurisdiction after asserting Huse Culinary was “fraudulently joined” to the lawsuit to keep the case in state.
UPDATE: Indy Fuel’s league, players union tentatively agree on new CBA after weekend strike
The work stoppage resulted in the postponement of three games on the Indy Fuel’s schedule.
Visit Indy leadership supports pursuit of downtown casino
The growing push for an Indianapolis casino is getting an assist from Visit Indy, with the executive committee opting to publicly back the effort.
Mickey’s Camp to convene for final time after 25-year run
Through the years, Mickey’s Camp—a summer retreat for business leaders—has offered sessions on topics ranging from metalsmithing and acupuncture to fly fishing and trapeze acrobatics.