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Our City Our Voice

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WISH-TV’s “Our City, Our Voice” includes a variety of podcasts that feature stories, news, events and people in the Hoosier state. From celebrating our diversity to discussing community topics that affect us all.

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Celebrating Black History: Introducing Indianapolis...

Our City Our Voice ·

2024/02/27

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 to Bryanna Barnes from the CBLC to learn more about the center. Located in the R.B. Annis West Reading Room at Central Library, the Center for Black Literature & Culture is home to a 10,000+ item collection of books, CDs, magazines, movies and research tools, all of which showcase black history and

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00:02:01

Celebrating Black History: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr....

Our City Our Voice ·

2024/02/23

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 April 4, 1968, presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy was scheduled to hold a campaign rally in the inner city. As Kennedy received word that King had been shot, city officials and policy urged him to cancel his appearance. He refused. Kennedy arrived to a gathered crowd at 17th and Broadway, very close to where the memorial sits

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00:01:34

Celebrating Black History: Senate Avenue YMCA

Our City Our Voice ·

2024/02/21

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 Men’s Prayer Band. It merged into a colored YMCA by 1910, and by 1913, it would be known as the Senate Avenue YMCA. The Senate Avenue YMCA, 420 N. Senate Ave., was the center of community through activism and education. For many years, it sponsored what became known as “monster meetings” that attracted leaders like

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00:01:41

Celebrating Black History: Flanner House Homes

Our City Our Voice ·

2024/02/16

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 as many enslaved black people migrated North from Southern states. In the 1940s, the nonprofit started building what would be known as Flanner Homes. The project created a lot of opportunities for low-income African-American families. During this time period, many black soldiers were unable to cash in on the Servicemen’s

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00:01:41

Celebrating Black History: McArthur Conservatory

Our City Our Voice ·

2024/02/14

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 Indiana Avenue in downtown Indianapolis. The McArthur Conservatory was the first school in Indiana to offer a formal jazz program. The conservatory had over a dozen departments, most of which offered two to three year programs. Departments included voice, choral workshop, piano, guitar, drama,

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00:02:03

Celebrating Black History: Bethel A.M.E. Church

Our City Our Voice ·

2024/02/10

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 called Bethel A.M.E., the oldest African American church in Indianapolis. Built-in 1869, Bethel A.M.E. was situated in the heart of the African American community. Notable members include Madam C.J. Walker, Doctor Joseph Ward, Reverend Willis Revels, and Mercer Mance. In addition to being a place of worship for members, the church served as a

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00:06:34

Celebrating Black History: Civil rights lawyer talks...

Our City Our Voice ·

2024/02/09

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 children’s book and address issues facing the African American community. Nekima Levy Armstrong, a lawyer and activist, recently shared her thoughts on Black History Month and the fight for fairness, especially regarding race, poverty, and police violence across the U.S. Armstrong grew up in Jackson, Mississippi, where she saw the effects

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00:02:07

Celebrating Black History: Marshall ‘Major’ Taylor

Our City Our Voice ·

2024/02/06

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 outside the Major Taylor Velodrome, including murals and historical markers that you can find on Meridian Street and the Monon Trail. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:02:01

Celebrating Black History: Crispus Attucks Museum

Our City Our Voice ·

2024/02/02

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’ first segregated black high school, the Crispus Attucks Museum took eight years to put together. At the time, it was more of a collection and it fit in a room not much larger than a closet. Today, it’s known by many as the premier history museum in the Midwest. From the achievements of basketball

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00:02:33

Proposed Indiana legislation concerns LGBTQ advocates

Our City Our Voice ·

2024/01/26

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 statutes in which the term is used to describe the condition of being physically male or female.” Advocates against the legislation said it would dangerous for members of the LGBTQ+ community. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:02:40

Civil Rights Movement involved ‘thousands of others’

Our City Our Voice ·

2024/01/19

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 Monday inside the Madam Walker Legacy Center. People who attended the center’s event say they want to continue King’s message of equality, justice and love. The center’s event was the 42nd annual MLK Day of Celebration at the Madam Walker Legacy Center to celebrate his life. Journalist and political commentator Roland Martin,

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00:04:56

Seeds of Caring empowering young people for a better...

Our City Our Voice ·

2024/01/12

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 of Caring goes above and beyond by crafting age-appropriate programs that include guided discussions, opportunities for empathetic reflection, and meaningful activities centered around service, social action, and community building. Whether it’s packing food for a local shelter or assembling

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00:04:33

Hope for Afghan refugees in Indianapolis

Our City Our Voice ·

2024/01/05

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 unprecedented challenges. Loos, motivated by a personal mission beyond organizational affiliations, highlighted the perilous situations many Afghan families find themselves in after escaping to other countries. Despite facing paperwork hurdles and encountering uncertain paths, Loos remains resilient. Over the span of two years,

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00:01:31

Kwanzaa celebration at The Amp 16 Tech

Our City Our Voice ·

2023/12/28

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 — meaning unity in Swahili, Kujichagulia or self-determination, Ujima translated as “collective work and responsibility,” Ujamaa principle refers to uplifting your community economically, Nia means purpose, Kuumba meaning “creativity,” and Imani the final principle translates to “faith.” The Indianapolis Kwanzaa Committee

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00:04:25

WISH-TV medical expert and former US Surgeon General...

Our City Our Voice ·

2023/12/22

“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 two new gene therapies for sickle cell disease. The FDA just approved the treatments for people with severe forms of the disease, offering them the possibility of improved symptoms and potentially a cure for the inherited blood disorder. Dr. Adams estimates sickle cell impacts about 100,000 people in the

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00:03:04

WISH-TV’s Multicultural Media Producing Program...

Our City Our Voice ·

2023/12/15

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 program, created by WISH-TV owner and chief executive officer DuJuan McCoy, just graduated its first class Tuesday night. “We want to increase diversity in the newsroom in helping create content and influence the message going out to viewers,” McCoy said. The program brought in students from across central Indiana to learn

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00:03:25

New journalism venture Mirror Indy launches with...

Our City Our Voice ·

2023/12/08

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 a reflection of Indianapolis, nodding to the past with an eye toward the future, and WISH-TV and its parent company Circle City Broadcasting are proud to be documenting partners with Mirror Indy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:03:05

Celebrating Veterans - Puerto Rican Hoosier Finds...

Our City Our Voice ·

2023/11/28

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 Jesse Camacho isn’t at work, he’s helping countless veterans in need through a nonprofit that’s making a positive impact on the community. “We try to help everyone that we go and talk to,” he said. Camacho is a disciplined Army veteran. Before the crack of dawn, he and his wife, Shirley, also a veteran, have started seeking ways

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00:03:32

Celebrating Veterans - Plainfield veteran advocates...

Our City Our Voice ·

2023/11/27

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 years researching and highlighting the disparities facing Native veterans and their communities. The World War II Navy veteran is equipped with only a pen and phone. He spends most of his time writing letters, making calls, and still fighting for others. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy

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00:03:15

Celebrating Veterans - Eskenazi Health doctor and...

Our City Our Voice ·

2023/11/25

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 of his time in the military was spent in the active Indiana National Guard. Dr. Williams expressed how the transition from a service member to civilian life is not the easiest task. Even though many employers are happy to hire a veteran because of their leadership experience, punctual behavior, and ethical

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