MEXICO CITY The National Basketball Association (NBA) and Zignia Live announced on Thursday that The NBA Mexico City Game 2026 will include the Indiana Pacers and Denver Nuggets playing at the Arena CDMX. This regular-season matchup is set for Saturday, November 7. It marks the 35th time the NBA has played in Mexico since 1992, […]
CARMEL, Ind.–Indiana University Athletics says they are staging a “first-of-its-kind” fan engagement event featuring IU Head Football Coach Curt Cignetti, IU Athletic Director Scott Dolson, and IU Head Men’s Basketball Coach Darian DeVries in Carmel. The event is set for Thursday May 14 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at the Allied Solutions Center for […]
STATEWIDE–The Hoosier Lottery says a $100,000 winning Powerball with Power Play ticket was sold in Columbus Saturday night while a $50,000 Powerball Double Play ticket was purchased in New Haven. The winning ticket in Columbus was acquired at Circle K #2342 at 2415 Jonathan Moore Pike. The winning numbers for that were 6, 47, 49, […]
MUNCIE, Ind.–Ball State University announced on Monday that actor, producer, and philanthropist Hugh Jackman will speak at Ball State’s Class of 2026 spring commencement ceremony in May. During that ceremony, Jackman will receive an honorary doctor of arts degree. “Hugh is a talented and versatile artist and an enthusiastic advocate for the arts and humanities. […]
INDIANAPOLIS — Two of Indiana’s most recognizable summer traditions are teaming up for a “grand slam” summer. The Indiana State Fair and Indianapolis Indians announced Friday a partnership for the 2026 Indiana State Fair, themed “Always a Hit.” The collaboration brings together two organizations that have long defined the Hoosier summer experience. Leadership from both […]
INDIANAPOLIS — On Saturday, the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site will host its yearly Presidential Egg Roll. The event is presented by HATCH and the Indiana State Poultry Association. The event includes the following activities: Early birds can also snag some perks. The first 250 families will receive a free dozen eggs. Additionally, Second Helpings, the […]
INDIANAPOLIS –– Get ready for heart pounding action as the Professional Bull Riders Unleash The Beast tour stampedes back into Indianapolis. The event will take place at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on March 21 and 22, and fans can still purchase tickets to witness the thrills in person. This bull riding event brings the top riders in […]
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A performance this summer by the Lebanon Ballet School is set to bring the classic and comical “Coppelia” to life. Owner Marylou Hume, her husband Don Steffy, and ballet student Ava Joy Koehler joined News 8 at Daybreak Sunday morning to preview the show. The tale of “Coppelia” follows Swanilda and her […]
INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis mom Jenni Beyersdorfer is advocating for families of children with Down syndrome ahead of World Down Syndrome Day on March 21. Beyersdorfer volunteers with Jack’s Basket, an organization that provides families with developmental toys, educational materials, and local resources, such as the Indiana Down Syndrome Association. She joined News 8 at Daybreak […]
SOUTH BEND, Ind.–Funeral arrangements have been made for former Notre Dame Head Football Coach Lou Holtz. A public visitation will be held Sunday, March 15 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart on Notre Dame’s campus. The visitation is open to the extended Notre Dame family and campus community. […]
INDIANAPOLIS–The organization People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) wants Butler University to end its tradition of having a live mascot ever since Blue IV retired. “Around the country, breeders are intentionally breeding English bulldogs to have flat faces and smushed-in snouts,” said Jakob Shaw, manager of strategic initiatives for PETA. Shaw says those […]
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — AES Indiana has canceled a community open house at an Indianapolis YMCA “due to threats,” a Tuesday afternoon email to the news media said. The email did not give any details about the threats. Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department said it’s not been informed of any threats against AES Indiana or the YMCA. […]