Racial disparities persist across many sectors in Indianapolis, according to a newly released data snapshot of the city’s 2024 Racial Equity Report Card.

A new report card from SAVI at the Polis Center at IUPUI seeks to grade Indianapolis on racial equity measures. WFYIs Jill Sheridan spoke with SAVI research data analyst Aaron Olson about how this project differs from past efforts and how community members can get involved.

Nearly 60 percent of the chargers would be located in disadvantaged or rural communities. But disadvantaged can mean many things -- it doesn't have to mean racial or ethnic diversity.

Racial gaps in student outcomes illuminate the need for schools to make sure their teaching practices aren’t just equal, but equitable — meaning they help all students reach the same levels of success.

Public transportation projects in Indianapolis have brought millions of dollars in construction contracts -- but only a few of those jobs have gone to minority-owned businesses.

A report from the Business Equity for Indy Committee found Black and Hispanic residents in Marion County face an equity crisis at all levels of education and economic opportunities.

A two-time All-American at Loyola, Harkness was part of the 1963 team that won a national championship with four Black starters and played in what became known as the Game of Change. He played two seasons with the ABA’s Indiana Pacers and went on to a successful career in business and broadcasting.

Randy Wilson was rummaging around a local flea market when he stumbled across a pristine yearbook from his old Indianapolis high school. From there, he started a collection that became a trove of history on Arsenal Technical High School and its graduates.

Parents with an education advocacy group are demanding Indianapolis Public Schools' leaders institute more equitable policies for children of color.

Friday in Indianapolis, Martin University honors that history with a new National Center for Racial Equity and Inclusion. It aims to foster, support and sustain equity through workshops, lectures and other programs. WFYI's Terri Dee spoke with President Sean Huddleston about that work.