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Top 5 stories of 2025 in Indianapolis: Colts owner's passing, Pacers' NBA Finals run, legal cases, and redistricting controversies.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Announces Second Pregnancy White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has announced that she is expecting her second child, a baby girl, due in May 2026. Leavitt shared the joyful news on Instagram, calling it “the greatest Christmas gift we could ever ask for.” She expressed her excitement about growing […]

Starbucks To Close 400 Stores In Major Cities Amid Restructuring Starbucks has announced plans to close 400 stores across major U.S. cities as part of a $1 billion restructuring initiative. The closures will primarily affect metro areas like New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, and Baltimore, where the coffee giant has faced challenges in […]

Indiana Laws Going Into Effect January 1st, 2026 Here are the new Indiana laws taking effect on January 1, 2026: 1. Consumer Data Privacy Law 2. Business Filing Rules 3. SNAP Benefit Purchase Restrictions Why These Laws Take Effect on January 1: Recommendations for Hoosiers:

Gmail To Let Users Change Their Email Addresses Without Losing Data Or Old Emails Google is finally allowing Gmail users to change their email addresses without losing their data. This long-awaited feature addresses a common frustration for users who have been stuck with outdated or unprofessional email addresses created years ago. Previously, Gmail users who […]

Top 100 Word Of The Year Ideas For 2026 Every year, people all over take part in a simple yet powerful tradition—choosing a single word to define and guide their year. Unlike a resolution, which often focuses on specific goals or to-dos, this practice is more about setting an intention. The chosen word reflects the […]

Trump Declares Christmas Eve And December 26 As Federal Holidays For 2025 President Donald Trump has issued an executive order declaring Christmas Eve (December 24) and December 26 as federal holidays for 2025. This decision means federal agencies will be closed, and employees will be excused from duty on these days, in addition to the […]

$468,934.43 And Counting Raised In 2025 WIBC Radiothon For The Salvation Army During the station’s 31st time hosting the WIBC Radiothon, you helped The Salvation Army of Central Indiana exceed its fundraising goal! This weekend, WIBC and The Salvation Army was hoping to raise $450,000. We raised $468,934.43 and still counting. The WIBC Radiothon broadcast […]

Tony Katz | Indiana Redistricting Bill Fails: A Missed Opportunity The Indiana Senate recently voted down a redistricting bill with a decisive 31-19 outcome, marking a significant defeat for the proposed legislation. Tony Katz, host on 93.1 WIBC, shared his perspective on the matter, highlighting the missteps that led to this outcome. Katz pointed to […]

31st Anniversary WIBC Radiothon Presented By Financial Center Returns To Support Families Across Central Indiana

Netflix Acquires Warner Bros. In $82.7 Billion Deal Netflix has announced its acquisition of Warner Bros. in a groundbreaking deal valued at $82.7 billion, including an equity value of $72.0 billion, according to Netflix. This historic transaction, revealed on December 5, 2025, will unite two entertainment giants, combining Netflix’s global streaming dominance with Warner Bros.’ […]

Is It Illegal to Drive with Snow on Your Car in Indiana? Winter driving comes with its own set of challenges, and one common question is whether it’s illegal to drive with snow on your car in Indiana. While the state does not have specific laws prohibiting driving with snow or ice on your vehicle, […]