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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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00:04:24

Rally 2025 Conference focuses on global innovation

Our City Our Voice ·

2025/09/26

Thousands from around the world visited the Indiana Convention Center this week for Rally 2025. The global cross-sector innovation conference focuses on innovation in the Hoosier state and across the globe.Innopower is co-hosting Rally 2025. WISH-TV Contributor and Innopower CEO Emil Ekiyor stopped by to provide a closer look at Rally 2025 and give some insight into the hope for economic transformation. Rally’s mission includes talent mobility, building a business, cultivating meaningful

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00:03:17

Carmel hosts Dia de la Familia to celebrate Hispanic...

Our City Our Voice ·

2025/09/19

Dia de la Familia has launched in Carmel to honor Hispanic Heritage Month. It’s in stark contrast to the cancelled La Fiesta Indianapolis. The in-person festival that’s been held for more than 40 years was cancelled due to security reasons related to immigration policies and potential ICE raids.Claudia Escalante, an organizer for Dia de La Familia, said her community can’t hide in fear. Hundreds of residents attended to sing, dance, and eat in Midtown Plaza. There were food vendors, art

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00:04:40

'The Mountaintop': A Powerful Play on Dr. Martin...

Our City Our Voice ·

2025/09/12

The Indianapolis Black Theater Company is set to open “The Mountaintop” at the District Theater on Sept. 18. It’s a two-person play, offering an unconventional look at the final day of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life.The play, which runs through Sept. 28, features Daniel A. Martin as Dr. King and Dija Renuka as Camae, a character inspired by playwright Katori Hall’s mother. The two actors will carry the narrative for 95 minutes each night. Renuka and Martin visited WISH-TV’s Daybreak on the

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00:05:17

Hoosier AI 1000 creates global hub for AI empowerment...

Our City Our Voice ·

2025/09/05

Indiana has become a global hub for artificial intelligence empowerment with the launch of the Hoosier AI 1000 program, aimed at expanding AI access and training.Emil Ekiyor, CEO of InnoPower, is a contributor to the program. He spoke about it Thursday on News 8. The initiative, developed in collaboration with Indiana Wesleyan University, focuses on providing AI literacy and prompt engineering skills to people across Indiana and beyond. The program has trained 50 certified master trainers, who

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00:05:45

Managed Health Services invests millions in youth...

Our City Our Voice ·

2025/08/29

Health insurance provider Managed Health Services is using a $1.2 million investment to improve youth mental health resources across 28 Indiana counties. 18 community organizations will benefit from the investment, distributed through MHS Serves; a partnership with Black Onyx Management and the Indiana Minority Health Coalition. The organization uses collaborative partnerships to address health inequities and the disparities caused by service gaps. WISH-TV contributor Emil Ekiyor joined News 8

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00:04:05

Black musicians and the Road to Rock & Roll

Our City Our Voice ·

2025/08/22

A downtown event Thursday night aimed to give audiences a better understanding of the role Indianapolis had in the musical road that led to rock ‘n’ roll.Noted author and music historian Preston Lauterbach spoke, focusing on the historical significance of Indiana Avenue in the development of American music. Lauterbach is well-known for his extensive research into Black culture and music, as highlighted in his 2011 book, “The Chitlin Circuit and the Road to Rock ‘n’ Roll.” The book revealed that

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00:05:13

New Indiana law addresses chronic absenteeism in schools

Our City Our Voice ·

2025/08/15

A month-old Indiana law targeting chronic absenteeism in K-12 schools aims to collect data on student attendance to better understand and address the issue.The law defines chronic absenteeism as missing 18 days of school, which is approximately 10% of the academic year. The initiative seeks to gather detailed data on why students are missing school, whether due to illness, travel, or other reasons, to develop strategies to reduce absenteeism. Emil Ekiyor, a community leader and entrepreneur who

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00:01:14

Famous faces join Madam Walker Legacy Center board

Our City Our Voice ·

2025/08/08

The Madam Walker Legacy Center has elected two Indianapolis natives as board members: singer-songwriter Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds and comedian Mike Epps.The board says the addition of Edmonds and Epps “reflects the Center’s ongoing commitment to expanding national programming and elevating the visibility of the historic venue as a cultural destination.” Board Chair Nicole Wilson shared, “We are thrilled to welcome Babyface and Mike Epps to the board. Their influence and commitment to

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00:03:03

Haughville hopes for unity in face of youth violence

Our City Our Voice ·

2025/08/01

There have been three IMPD officers attacked and injured on the job in the last week, according to the department, as the city works to get a handle on recent high-profile shootings. Tuesday, an Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department officer was shot three times while trying to arrest the driver of a stolen car. The shooting ended with two suspects under arrest, both now charged, another suspect in the hospital in critical condition, and a fourth suspect still on the run. The officer, a

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00:02:44

$29M to strengthen Indianapolis Black community projects

Our City Our Voice ·

2025/07/25

An initiative aimed at improving the quality of life in the city’s Black communities is entering its final phase.The Indianapolis Urban League and the African American Coalition of Indianapolis hope to bring millions in funding to local nonprofits, with $29 million is available to support programs aimed at improving the lives of Black residents across the city. Applications are due by Aug. 11. Tony Mason, president of the Urban League, is a co-director of the Indianapolis African American

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00:07:05

Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration

Our City Our Voice ·

2025/07/18

The wait is over! The Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration kicks off Friday!About 88,000 people are expected for the 20-day event, organizers say. The annual celebration of Black excellence in arts, entertainment, culture, an community begins Friday evening with an Ecumenical Service. Other highlights include the IBE Film Festival, a Cultural Pavilion, a multi-day business conference, a health fair, the Music Heritage Festival Outdoor Concert on July 18 and the annual All-White Affair on July

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00:06:07

Indiana is emergent in digital innovation

Our City Our Voice ·

2025/07/04

Indiana is quickly becoming a hub for digital innovation, with over 9,000 tech firms calling the state home.These tech companies are tapping into the potential of small and mid-sized businesses, creating a vibrant ecosystem in Central Indiana, said Emil Ekiyor, the CEO of InnoPower, a community development organization in Indianapolis. He is a contributor to WISH-TV. In the last 10 to 15 years, Ekiyor said, Indianapolis has transformed into a tech hub in the Midwest, thanks in part to

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00:03:04

Celebrating Pride: Carmel Pride celebrates its fifth...

Our City Our Voice ·

2025/06/30

Sunday’s Carmel Pride festival is set to break the event’s all-time attendance record. It’s the fifth year for the Pride event. The event is organized by volunteers between 12 and 18 years old in Carmel. In 2021 a group of 15 Carmel high schoolers decided to put on the city’s first Pride festival. In its first year, 2,500 people showed up. The attendance has only grown since then. The festival is the second biggest Pride event in central Indiana, following Indy Pride. See Privacy Policy at

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00:03:56

Celebrating Pride: Hoosiers reflect on Obergefell 10...

Our City Our Voice ·

2025/06/27

June 26 marks 10 years since the Supreme Court ruled in the Obergefell V. Hodges case to effectively legalize same-sex marriage across the country.The ruling came almost one year to the day after a separate decision temporarily legalized same-sex marriage at the state level in Indiana. On Wednesday, 11 years ago, a federal judge ruled that Indiana’s then-ban on same-sex marriage was unconstitutional. Two days later, another judge blocked that federal ruling. Yet, in that window, numerous couples

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00:03:09

Celebrating Pride: Helping LGBTQ+ Hoosiers find safe...

Our City Our Voice ·

2025/06/27

It’s not just about square footage or school districts. For many LGBTQ+ people who are looking for a place to live in Indiana, it’s about finding safety and support. “I would recommend traveling through different neighborhoods, and identifying areas and businesses that are affirming,” said Austin Lipking, president of the Indianapolis Chapter of the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance. Lipking said that can look like a neighborhood where people hang LGBTQ+ flags, and have supportive stickers on cars and

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00:02:53

Celebrating Black Music: Madam Walker Legacy Center...

Our City Our Voice ·

2025/06/20

The Madam Walker Legacy Center is gearing up for one of the most anticipated events of the summer this weekend. It’s a celebration of legacy, music, and community.The 2025 Legacy Fest kicks off this Friday with a benefit concert headlined by The Isley Brothers. The weekend is dedicated to honoring the life and mission of Madam C.J. Walker. Crews are setting the stage for what’s expected to be the biggest Legacy Fest yet. For one weekend each year, Indiana Avenue transforms into a tribute to the

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00:03:20

Celebrating Juneteenth: Indiana Landmarks celebrates...

Our City Our Voice ·

2025/06/19

To honor Black history and celebrate when enslaved Americans first learned of their freedom — more than two months after the Civil War ended — Indiana Landmarks is hosting a Juneteenth celebration. Black resilience is the theme for Indiana Landmarks’ Juneteenth event. Leaders at Indiana Landmarks say Black resilience refers to the extraordinary ability of African Americans to overcome challenges and adapt to changes in life despite systemic racism and racial trauma. Indiana Landmarks wants to

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00:02:55

Celebrating Pride: DEI policy changes affect LGBTQ+...

Our City Our Voice ·

2025/06/18

An LGBTQ+ event for kids and families in Indianapolis is navigating a change in support as some businesses re-evaluate their diversity, equity and inclusion priorities. Trinity Haven’s third annual Skate Fever will be back July 17 although some sponsors pulled out, citing internal changes to their companies’ diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies. Trinity Haven is Indiana’s first residential facility and host-home program helping Indiana’s LGBTQ+ young people between ages 18-24 who are

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00:02:49

Celebrating Girl Pride

Our City Our Voice ·

2025/06/16

Indy Pride‘s Girl Pride event will take place Thursday, celebrating queer women, trans, and nonbinary individuals with an expected attendance of 800 people. Girl Pride is a declaration of identity and a celebration of community, featuring a headline performance by The Aces, who are known for their queer anthems. The event promises a high-energy experience with performances from drag queens, aerialists, DJs, and artists, offering a multidimensional celebration of expression. Accessibility is a key

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00:02:37

Celebrating Pride: Elder Pride Indy Collaborative...

Our City Our Voice ·

2025/06/06

LGBTQ+ seniors in Indianapolis are at the center of a new effort to ensure they’re not left behind. The Elder Pride Indy Collaborative just released results from a key community survey.The survey, led by the Damien Center, is part of a larger plan to close gaps for the LGBTQ+ older adults. Now that the responses are in, organizers say it’s time to act. The needs assessment also revealed concerns such as the lack of LGBTQ+-affirming healthcare, mental health support, fears of discrimination in

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