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Pay inequities for Black women
April 26, 2024
Reminders of this nation’s painful history show in the lives of people of color every day, and one way is through the manifestation of inequities. Many inequities are the result...
Black workers in the US private sector
April 19, 2024
The economic landscape of Indianapolis is, no doubt, vibrant and bustling, from the nonprofit sector to the commercial and private sectors. News 8 has been exploring Black representation in the...
National Minority Health Month
April 12, 2024
In 1915, Booker T. Washington — born into slavery before becoming a very influential American author, educator and proponent of African-American businesses — established National Negro Health Week, now called...
Contributor Gloria Jimenez eyes international culinary scene in Indianapolis
April 05, 2024
The international culinary scene in Indianapolis has something for the adventurous and the risk takers as new restaurants continually burst on the scene. WISH-TV contributor Gloria Jimenez joined News 8...
Celebrating Women’s History Month special
April 04, 2024
Join WISH-TV in celebrating Women’s History Month this March! Watch the Celebrating Women’s History special above.
Easter celebrations in the Latino community
March 29, 2024
Easter season marks one of the busiest, and, by some accounts, the best times to visit countries like Spain or Mexico. There is an abundance of festivities, religious traditions, and...
Addressing barriers to Black talent development in workforce
March 22, 2024
News 8 wrapped up a three-week series examining Black talent development in Indiana, that stretch from getting a K-12 education to landing higher-wage jobs. Emil Ekiyor, a WISH-TV contributor and...
Indianapolis Public Schools newcomer program for English learners to merge with district schools
March 15, 2024
Indianapolis Public Schools will break up its newcomer program for English language learners who are new to the country.The move to pull the newcomer program out of Northwest Middle School will...
TechPoint CEO’s fireside chat designed to inspire
March 08, 2024
The Asian American Alliance on February 28 hosted a fireside chat with Ting Gootee.The president and chief executive officer of the TechPoint, an Indianapolis-based nonprofit created to advance Indiana’s tech...
Celebrating Black History: Indiana Avenue
March 02, 2024
Indiana Avenue was one of the few safe havens for African-Americans in Indiana during the days of segregation. Tour guide, Sampson Levingston, walked and talked with our team on the history...
Celebrating Black History: Rawles Scholars Medicine Initiative
March 01, 2024
For the past 20 years Eskenazi Health and the Center for Leadership Development have partnered up to promote careers in health care among minority students in Central Indiana. The Rawles Scholars...
Celebrating Black History: How the Madam Walker Legacy Center uplifts Walker’s legacy and the building’s surrounding area
February 29, 2024
The Madam Walker Legacy Center stands in downtown Indianapolis as a testament to Madam C J Walker’s pioneering efforts as an entrepreneur.Recently, the city of Indianapolis dedicated a portion of Indiana Avenue as Madam Walker Memorial Way. We spoke with Madam Walker Legacy Center president...
Celebrating Black History: McDonald’s franchise owners Harry Smith and Mya Smith Edmonds
February 28, 2024
Father Harry Smith and daughter Mya Smith Edmonds are both McDonald’s franchise owners, and we spoke to them to celebrate Black History month.They discussed the lack of African American franchise...
Introducing Indianapolis Public Library’s Center for Black Literature and Culture
February 27, 2024
The Indianapolis Public Library’s Center for Black Literature & Culture (CBLC) is dedicated to celebrating the vibrant and resilient heritage and triumphs of those born of African roots. We spoke...
Celebrating Black History: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park
February 23, 2024
Dr. Martin Luther King Park, located at 1702 Broadway St. in the city, has a very rich history in the community. When Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated on...
Celebrating Black History: Senate Avenue YMCA
February 21, 2024
All month long, WISH-TV is highlighting people and places where you can celebrate Black History Month.A group of African American leaders came together back in 1900 and formed the Young...
Celebrating Black History: Flanner House Homes
February 16, 2024
The Flanner House is well known in the Circle City for its goal of supporting and advocating for community members who need a hand-up. That mission started 125 years ago...
Celebrating Black History: McArthur Conservatory
February 14, 2024
All month long, WISH-TV is highlighting people and places where you can celebrate Black History Month.In 1946, Crispus Attucks High School alum Ruth McArthur opened the McArthur Conservatory at 808-810...
Celebrating Black History: Bethel A.M.E. Church
February 10, 2024
Today, if you stop by the area of West Vermont Street along the Canal Walk, you’ll see a Hampton Inn by Hilton, but long before the building was a hotel...
Celebrating Black History: Civil rights lawyer talks Black History Month and fighting for justice
February 09, 2024
A civil rights activist is using her voice to share how her experiences growing up in the South and West Coast inspired her activism and empowered her to write a...
Celebrating Black History: Marshall ‘Major’ Taylor
February 06, 2024
More than 90 years after his death, Marshall “Major” Taylor is still known by many as one of the greatest cyclists of all time. Today, many places honor his legacy...
Celebrating Black History: Crispus Attucks Museum
February 02, 2024
All month long, WISH-TV is highlighting people and places where you can celebrate Black History Month.Created back in 1998 by Gilbert Taylor and housed inside Crispus Attucks High School, Indianapolis’...
Proposed Indiana legislation concerns LGBTQ advocates
January 26, 2024
A new Indiana House bill would replace instances of the word “gender” with the phrase “biological sex” in some state statutes.House Bill 1291 aims to remove the word “in certain...
Civil Rights Movement involved ‘thousands of others’
January 19, 2024
It goes without saying that Martin Luther King Jr. played a key role in the Civil Rights Movement, but so many more were involved.That message came during the holiday event...
Seeds of Caring empowering young people for a better world
January 12, 2024
Seeds of Caring is an organization that collaborates with over 15 local non-profit partners to empower kids and families to actively engage in community betterment.Unlike a typical volunteer network, Seeds...
Hope for Afghan refugees in Indianapolis
January 05, 2024
In the wake of the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, one woman in Indianapolis, Holly Loos, has taken it upon herself to offer a glimmer of hope to Afghan families facing...
Kwanzaa celebration at The Amp 16 Tech
December 28, 2023
he Umoja Village Celebration took place Tuesday afternoon for the first day of Kwanzaa at The Amp 16 Tech. Kwanzaa is a cultural holiday that celebrates seven principles: Umoja —...
WISH-TV medical expert and former US Surgeon General lauds new sickle cell therapies
December 22, 2023
“I’m really excited about this!”With his first words in News 8 Daybreak’s “Morning Checkup,” WISH-TV medical expert and former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams made clear his enthusiasm about...
WISH-TV’s Multicultural Media Producing Program graduates first class
December 15, 2023
The Multicultural Media Producing Program is the first of its kind, a 16-week course to help teach students from all backgrounds the ins and outs of producing the news. The...
New journalism venture Mirror Indy launches with goals to reflect stories of the city
December 08, 2023
Tuesday marked the beginning of an extraordinary venture in journalism in central Indiana. Mirror Indy, the first newsroom launched in the state by Free Press Indiana, was created to be...
Celebrating Veterans – Puerto Rican Hoosier Finds Ways to Help Veterans
November 28, 2023
WISH-TV is proud to honor and recognize our veterans.Some come from across the Midwest to get a second chance at life thanks to some help from a Puerto Rican veteran.When...
Celebrating Veterans – Plainfield veteran advocates for Native American issues
November 27, 2023
A 98-year-old Plainfield man is on a mission to educate and advocate for others about the issues Native Americans face in the United States.Jim Collins has spent the last few...
Celebrating Veterans – Eskenazi Health doctor and veteran shares insights on returning to civilian life
November 25, 2023
Dr. Chris Williams is an Army veteran who serves as the performance and improvement consultant at Eskenazi Health. Dr. Williams retired from the military after serving twenty one years; most...
Celebrating Veterans – Eskenazi Health paramedic Kevin Lloyd shares how being a veteran has impacted his career
November 24, 2023
Kevin Lloyd is a paramedic working at the Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center. Before starting his career at Eskenazi, Kevin spent years as a combat medic and Military police officer.Kevin...
Celebrating Veterans – Helping Veterans and Families organization provides life services to veterans
November 22, 2023
Heading home from active service can be a difficult task for many veterans. Emmy Hildebrand, CEO of HVAF which stands for “Helping Veterans and Families,” started her organization on a...
Addressing the stigma around Veterans with PTSD
November 17, 2023
We are honored to have Dr. Conor with us today to shed light on a recent and crucial piece of research focusing on PTSD and veterans’ mental health, particularly addressing...
Nonprofit matches veterans with their perfect dog or cat
November 10, 2023
An Indianapolis-area group is supporting veterans with the help of four-legged friends. For veterans, dogs or cats can offer that unconditional love and companionship they need. Some are even transforming...
Indy Art & Culture Ushers in Economic Boom
November 03, 2023
Arts and culture in central Indiana are experiencing a boom according to the Arts and Economic Prosperity 6 report, raking in nearly $530 million in art spending in Indiana last...
Pageant queen shares story to boost sickle cell awareness
October 27, 2023
Sickle cell is the most common inherited blood disease in the world, and people of African, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern descent are most likely to get it. Sickle cell is...
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with WISH-TV
October 18, 2023
Please join WISH-TV in celebrating Hispanic Heritage month by enjoying our special presentation.Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month special is brought to you by Eskenazi Health.
Indiana Latino Institute leader advocates for education equity
October 17, 2023
One woman is working to amplify the voices of Hispanic students across Indiana, and Rachel Santos isn’t someone who easily gives up when it comes to advocating. The woman who...
New mural on Indy’s Mexican Consulate wall celebrates 200 years of U.S.-Mexico relations
October 13, 2023
They say two brains are better than one. And in Indianapolis, a group of Hispanic women is making a positive impact on the Mexican Consulate through the arts.Local Mexican-American artists...
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage – Latina works to strengthen Indy Hispanic businesses
October 06, 2023
One woman is on a mission to help those new to the United States become first-time business owners. While immigrant entrepreneurs are a force in the economy, they often face...
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage: Latinas Welding Guild sparks passion in trade, breaks barriers
September 29, 2023
The Latinas Welding Guild has been smashing barriers in a world where women are under-represented. Beating the odds in male-dominated industries such as welding doesn’t come easy. But, the Latinas...
Non-profit strives to improve voting access for disenfranchised
September 22, 2023
Efforts to improve equity and access at the polls are moving full steam ahead thanks to the Fort Wayne-based nonprofit, Count Us In. With Tuesday marking National Voter Registration Day,...
$4M grant to improve college enrollment in Marion County
September 15, 2023
$4 million grant aims to improve college enrollment for Marion County high school students as part of a newly rolled-out program called College Matters. The Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation is...
Indianapolis Public Schools to offer parents racial equity training
September 08, 2023
Indianapolis Public Schools is expanding its racial equity work. The district wants to include parents in its equity training. IPS calls it groundwater training for IPS parents. According to the...
Code Black Indy expands outreach and work space
September 01, 2023
Improving education to gain access to tech jobs is a central focus for the nonprofit Code Black Indy. The organization is expanding its work thanks to a growing commitment and...
Rising need for minority blood donors
August 25, 2023
Indiana’s blood supply is falling short. Several organizations are partnering and asking for more minorities to come forward. They say there’s more to donations than just your blood type. Right...
Opioids with fentanyl impacting youth and communities of color
August 18, 2023
The opioid epidemic has a higher impact on young people and communities of color, with an estimated 300 people dying nationally due to overdose every day. On Saturday, the patch...
ACLU challenges Indiana law allowing police to move people back 25 feet
August 11, 2023
The American Civil Liberties Union is challenging Indiana’s encroaching-on-an-investigation law.It gives police officers the right to tell citizens to move back 25 feet or risk jail time and a criminal...
WISH-TV partners with Teachers’ Treasures for Gr8 Paper Push
August 02, 2023
WISH-TV is teaming up with Teachers’ Treasures, a free store for teachers, for the ninth annual Gr8 Paper Push to help stock classrooms with school supplies. Margaret Sheehan from Teachers’...
Immigrants facing growing housing crisis in Indiana
July 28, 2023
As the housing crisis hits Indiana’s growing immigrant community, two agencies are partnering to ease challenges in the application process.Immigrant Welcome Center representatives say it’s safe to say all new...
Indianapolis program seeks to pair landlords and families to build generational wealth
July 21, 2023
An affordable housing pilot program has been designed to help set up families for success.Spearheading the program, the MLK Center needs the support of the community and landlords.The first of...
Indiana adding $500k grant to support Hoosiers with sickle cell
July 14, 2023
Indiana is adding an extra $500,000 in grant funding to support Hoosiers living with sickle cell disease, which many say is a vital tool to support education and attack health...
Co-founder talks about creating Black Music Month
July 07, 2023
In an exclusive interview News 8’s Brittany Noble spoke with one of the co-founders of Black Music Month, Dyana Williams.“The mother of Black Music Month” wrote letters, knocked on doors and...
Celebrating Black Music – Local business teaches Hoosiers about Indy’s Black music history
June 30, 2023
A local business is giving Hoosiers the chance to learn more about Indy’s place in Black music history.Indiana State University graduate Sampson Levingston began his own business, Through2Eyes Indiana, during...
Celebrating Pride – Depression rates high among the gender-diverse community
June 23, 2023
Depression rates among the gender-diverse community suggest that a large number of children and teens have considered suicide. A recent Trevor Project study shows that 50% percent of gender-diverse kids...
Celebrating Pride – LGBTQ+ inclusion takes center stage in Indianapolis sports
June 16, 2023
Indianapolis sports teams are working to use their sporting platform to support LGBTQ+ inclusion.News 8 spoke with Shelly Snider, Executive Director of Indy Pride, and Tracy Ellis-Ward, Pacers Sports and...
Latinx Pride Indy launches Generación Orgullo campaign
June 07, 2023
While there will be a lot of festivities happening this month the Latinx community will be celebrating a milestone in the gay rights movement. Pride Month is more than just...
Celebrating Pride – Celebrating Pride with a Purpose
June 07, 2023
LGBTQ+ advocates warn this Pride Month is more important than ever to remain visible after legislation targeting their community passed in Indiana. Advocates across central Indiana said Pride is a...
Celebrating Pride – Greenwood Pride Festival draws thousands to Woodmen Park
June 06, 2023
Thousands enjoyed an afternoon of music, food, and fun at the 3rd annual Greenwood Pride festival Saturday. “Pride is being able to be who you are, being proud of who...
Celebrating Pride – Indy Pride expects Pride Month celebrations to be bigger and better
June 05, 2023
Pride month has officially started, and Indy Pride has added roughly 20 events to its calendar. Organizers say people can expect a bigger and better event. For around 10 days,...
Celebrating Asian American Heritage – Glen Kwok leads prestigious violin competition in Indianapolis
June 02, 2023
At only 3 years old, the executive director of the International Violin Competition of Indianapolis, Glen Kwok, began his journey of success in the world of music. However, it was...
Sensory bags aim to improve Indianapolis Motor Speedway track experience
May 26, 2023
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) is packed with excitement, but for some race fans, it can be an overwhelming shock to the senses. A local non-profit is making free sensory...
Carmel Academy keeps centuries-old dance alive
May 19, 2023
eeping a centuries-old dance form alive is one way to keep up with tradition. The Carmel-based Nrityangan Kathak Academy is teaching a new generation a north Indian classical dance form....
Celebrating Asian American Heritage: Japanese woman spotlighted in traveling exhibit
May 12, 2023
The Indiana Historical Society's traveling exhibit "Be Heard: Asian Experiences in Indiana" takes a closer look at what it's been like to be Asian in Indiana throughout the past two...
Celebrating Asian American Heritage: Woman honors culture through advocacy work
May 04, 2023
May is Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage month, and the broad Asian community in Indiana is vibrant in culture and contributions. One woman’s dedication stems from her Asian heritage and...
Celebrating Earth Day Every Day
April 27, 2023
Earth Day was April 21st and WISH-TV is celebrating Earth Day Every Day! Join us in celebrating our planet as we highlight five companies and people who are making a...
Multicultural Media Producer Program launches at WISH-TV
April 20, 2023
Working to expand newsroom diversity is part of ongoing work at WISH-TV. The Multicultural Media Producing Program launched Wednesday with the plan of expanding coverage for communities traditionally ignored. The...
Black Teacher Residency program aims to diversify Indiana educator pool
April 17, 2023
EducateME is partnering with Marian University to target the growing teacher shortage be diversifying the pipeline by offering full ride scholarships to those selected for the Black Teacher Residency program....
Understanding Ramadan, the holiest month in Islam
April 06, 2023
Muslims worldwide will begin Ramadan at sundown with fasting, praying, reflecting, and gathering with the community.Islam is the third-largest religion in the country. About 3.45 million Muslims live in the...
Celebrating Women’s History: Women of the Carmel Fire Department thrive in male-dominated field
March 29, 2023
Firefighting is a field dominated by men, but as Women’s History Month comes to a close, the women of the Carmel Fire Department are showing they’ve broken barriers and can...
Celebrating Women’s History – African American theatre vanguards help expand access for Indy creatives
March 28, 2023
Theatre innovators in Indianapolis are building on the foundation of the arts, hoping to expand access for Black and other artists of color. One of these institutes on the frontline...
Change your brain everyday with Dr. Daniel Amen
March 24, 2023
A new book from a top doctor provides practical daily advice on how to have a better brain and a better life. Dr. Daniel Amen joins us, author of “Change...
Celebrating Women’s History – IU women’s basketball program, head coach make history
March 22, 2023
The Indiana University women’s basketball team’s historic season is done.However, for the program, the momentum made this year in women’s sports is just the start. And it all starts with...
Celebrating Women’s History – New President Brings New Perspective to Newfields
March 21, 2023
Colette Pierce Burnette took over as the President and CEO of Newfields in August. She has worked as an engineer and educator in the past. Burnette says she fully believes in the...
Celebrating Women’s History – Indy native builds a worldwide legacy through music
March 16, 2023
One of the world’s most well-known opera stars is an Indianapolis native.Indy-born soprano Angela Brown’s multigenre career spans six continents. Brown has graced the world’s leading opera and symphonic stages....
Celebrating Women’s History – Colombian-American leads Marian University’s Latino Initiative
March 14, 2023
A Colombian-American woman is taking education to new heights at Marian University.Manuela Salazar is leading Marian University’s Latino Initiative that is helping Hispanic students succeed.
Celebrating Women’s History – Downtown Indy Inc. CEO’s quick rise to the top
March 09, 2023
In October, Taylor Schaffer became the youngest president and chief executive officer of Downtown Indy Inc., an organization focusing on the economic success of downtown Indianapolis. But, her journey started...
Celebrating Women’s History – Peruvian-American helps thousands, leads longest-serving Indiana Hispanic group
March 07, 2023
A Hispanic organization is pushing to get more Spanish-speaking students and professionals to shape Indiana communities. The woman leading this effort is the president and chief executive officer of the... 
Roberts Settlement remains fixture in Hamilton County
March 02, 2023
Free Black people were some of the first to settle the wilderness of Hamilton County in 1835.Escaping the growing risk of enslavement down South, three men set off on a...
Preserving the History of Indianapolis’ Black communities
March 01, 2023
Of Indiana Avenue and the communities that stemmed from it, many were created out of literal slums.Over time, the area grew into the historic gem that allowed Black entrepreneurs and...
Celebrating Black History – Fire Chief Fred Pervine: A Trailblazer in Indianapolis Fire Department’s History
February 28, 2023
The first Black person to lead the Indianapolis Airport Fire department is inspiring anyone who wants to make a difference. He lives by the mantra, “anything is possible.” Chief Fred...
WISH-TV’s Celebrating Black History special
February 27, 2023
As part of our month-long celebration of Black history, WISH-TV presents our Celebrating Black History special! The show celebrates the contributions and important achievements by African Americans in U.S. history,...
Celebrating Black History – Preserving Martindale-Brightwood’s culture and historic landmarks
February 23, 2023
Martindale-Brightwood, a historically African-American neighborhood on the east side of Indianapolis, has undergone significant changes in recent years. The neighborhood’s history dates to the early 1900s when many Black people...
Celebrating Black History – Norwood: An Indiana Freetown
February 21, 2023
The legacy of Indiana’s first Freetown founded by Black Civil War veterans, Norwood remains intact as a testament to its founders’ tenacity. Black Civil War veterans and freedmen founded Norwood...
Celebrating Black History – Life & Times of Frederick Douglass
February 20, 2023
As WISH-TV celebrates Black History Month we talk to Susan Hall-Dotson is the curator of African-American collections with the Indiana Historical Society. They are hosting a special event highlighting Frederick...
Flanner House marks 125 years of service with continued work to fulfill mission
February 16, 2023
The Flanner House opened its doors 125 years ago this year with the focus of support the needs of a growing Black community.The Great Migration sent thousands of African Americans...
Celebrating Black History – ‘Five Points’ musical premiering at Madam Walker Theatre
February 08, 2023
A Broadway-bound musical is premiering Friday at the historic Walker Theatre inside the Madam Walker Legacy Center. “Five Points“ the musical concert is a story inspired by the confluence of...
Celebrating Black History – History of Lockefield Gardens
February 06, 2023
Lockefield Gardens is located in the heart of downtown, just across from IUPUI. It now serves as apartments, but at one point it was a vibrant community for African Americans...
Celebrating Heroes – Toys for Tots celebrating their 75th year of being holiday heroes for kids in need
November 21, 2022
This November, we’re celebrating heroes. These are veterans, active military and their families who serve our country and our communities. In this episode we take a look into the history...
Celebrating Heroes – Bunker Labs helping veterans make their dream of owning a business a reality
November 18, 2022
This November, we’re celebrating heroes. These are veterans, active military and their families who serve our country and our communities. In this episode we'll meet a business that is helping...
Celebrating Heroes – Draper Fencing using lessons learned during service to make a difference in their community
November 16, 2022
This November, we’re celebrating heroes. These are veterans, active military and their families who serve our country and our communities. In this episode we visit a veteran-owned and operated fencing...
Celebrating Heroes – Indiana family gets closure 81 years after sailor’s death at Pearl Harbor
November 10, 2022
After more than eight decades, a family from Indiana recently got the chance to say goodbye to a sailor killed in the attack on Pearl Harbor.
Celebrating Heroes – Indiana museum details lasting legacy of the Freeman Field Mutiny
November 09, 2022
From the outside, the Freeman Army Airfield Museum may not look like much, but the inside is packed to the brim with history. From 1942 to 1948, Freeman Army Airfield...
Celebrating Heroes – Nonprofit group ‘Let My Light Shine’ honors veterans at Marion National Cemetery
November 04, 2022
Tucked away in Marion, Ind., are the somber reminders of the sacrifices made for our freedom today. Row after row, in perfect alignment, the gravestones at Marion National Cemetery pay...
Celebrating Heroes – World War II veteran turns 100, family learns he is an American hero
November 02, 2022
If Tom Ecoff could be described as one thing, it’s a family man. Now 100 years old, Tom has amassed quite the family. He has four kids, several grandkids and...
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage: A Latino Avaition Success Story
October 22, 2022
Mario Rodriguez is the chief executive officer of the Indianapolis Airport authority. He was appointed by three presidents to serve on the U. S. Transportation Department Aviation Consumer Protection Advisory...
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage: Dual language skills help bridge gaps in real estate
October 21, 2022
Kelli Ibanez is a Broker and Partner at Libertad Real Estate Brokerage, a firm that specializes in companies and people that require multilingual representation. She started her career in the...