Business & Economy
Buy Black Indianapolis: Add your Black-Owned Business to the List Did you know that Black Americans have a $2 trillion dollar spending power? As a matter of fact, Black buying power has grown 2.4x since 2000, reaching $2.1 trillion today. Radio One has partnered with Black businesses in Indianapolis to create a “Buy Black Indianapolis” directory identifying […]
Chequan Lewis Makes History as First Black CEO of Crunch Fitness Chequan Lewis Crunch Fitness CEOÂ appointment marks a historic leadership milestone for a global fitness brand. Lewis was named chief executive officer in June 2026, becoming the first Black CEO in Crunch Fitness history. Lewis succeeds longtime CEO Jim Rowley, who transitioned to executive chairman. […]
Mathew Knowles advocates for doing more than talking to achieve success, highlighting the power of action over validation.
Latriece Watkins Makes History as the First Black Woman to Lead Sam’s Club Latriece Watkins Sam’s Club CEOÂ marks a historic milestone in corporate America. As of February 1, 2026, Watkins officially became the President and Chief Executive Officer of Sam’s Club, making history as the first African American woman to lead Walmart Inc.’s membership warehouse […]
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The average price of gas reached a four-year high ahead of Memorial Day, when millions of Americans are expected to travel throughout the country
Top 5 Richest People from Indiana Indiana’s Wealth Elite: From Medical Innovation to Real Estate Powerhouses. In a state better known for its manufacturing roots and Hoosier hospitality, a select group of billionaires and multi‑millionaires stand out for the scale of their fortunes. 1. Gayle Cook and Carl Cook – The Cook Group – $10 […]
The NAACP put its full support behind the Living Wage For All bill, which aims to raise minimum wage to at least $30 in NY and $25 federally.
Unsung innovations quietly power the modern world, enabling global communication, transportation, healthcare, and more.
Black inventors shaped modern life, yet their brilliance is often overlooked. This highlights 26 groundbreaking innovations they created.
In this op-ed, Alphonso David writes that amid federal retrenchment, mayors and governors must lead the charge on economic opportunity.
Broadway says no on a planned Times Square casino backed by Jay-Z A proposed Caesars Palace casino in Times Square, backed by Jay-Z, was denied a gambling license due to opposition from Broadway theater owners and producers concerned about its impact on the theater district. The $5.4 billion plan to redevelop an office tower into […]