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Candystripe Catchup: Curt Cignetti’s Rece Davis interview, Josh Hoover, more

Curt Cignetti’s film study interview, insider quotes on Josh Hoover, Indiana’s defensive line and more this week.

L.C. Norton · Aug 14, 2026

Once again, “The next Indiana” does not exist and never will

For the second straight offseason there are teams being dubbed ‘the next Indiana.’

L.C. Norton · Aug 14, 2026

Could 2025 Indiana football beat 2019 LSU? One model says yes

2025 Indiana vs 2019 LSU has been a mild debate the past few months. But what do the numbers say about the matchup?

L.C. Norton · Aug 14, 2026

WATCH: Indiana safety Amare Ferrell, cornerback Jamari Sharpe press conferences

Two of Indiana’s most senior defensive backs addressed the media during Fall Camp on Thursday afternoon.

L.C. Norton · Aug 13, 2026

Hoosiers Daily News: Fernando Mendoza set to make NFL preseason debut

Indiana’s lone Heisman Trophy winner is set to make his debut at the professional level in Las Vegas today.

L.C. Norton · Aug 13, 2026

How to watch Fernando Mendoza’s NFL preseason debut

Mendoza is likely set for a rematch with former Miami quarterback Carson Beck, who was picked by the Arizona Cardinals.

L.C. Norton · Aug 13, 2026

WATCH: Indiana OL Joe Brunner and DL Joe Hjelle address the media

Two of Indiana’s biggest (literally) portal additions are lineman Joes and both addressed the media this week.

L.C. Norton · Aug 12, 2026

Hoosiers Daily News: Opposing coaches share intel on Indiana QB Josh Hoover

Insider reporting on Josh Hoover as Indiana’s QB1, another year of “the next Indiana.” and more in today’s news.

L.C. Norton · Aug 12, 2026

Hoosiers Daily News: What Indiana football’s rise has meant for the athletic department

What Indiana’s title has meant, updates on Stephen Daley and Kellan Wyatt, Tyler Cherry battles for QB2 and more.

L.C. Norton · Aug 11, 2026

ESPN analyst sees Indiana, Curt Cignetti atop college football for the foreseeable future

ESPN’s Dusty Dvoracek sees Indiana football sticking around the top of college football in the years to come.

L.C. Norton · Aug 11, 2026

Indiana fans share slight approval of cancelling the Notre Dame series

Indiana fans slightly approve of the Hoosiers’ cancellation of the coming series against Notre Dame in the 2030s/

L.C. Norton · Aug 11, 2026

WATCH: Indiana’s Curt Cignetti opens week two of fall camp on Monday

Curt Cignetti addressed the media on Monday to open up the Hoosiers’ second week of fall camp ahead of the 2026 season.

L.C. Norton · Aug 10, 2026

Around Indiana aggregated headlines

100 Indiana State Police Troopers participate in manhunt for popular YouTuber’s video

One hundred Indiana State Police Troopers participated in a manhunt for a video made by YouTube’s most popular creator.

WANE 15

For these teens, the Indiana State Fair is all about fashion

4-H students modeled dresses, jumpsuits and jackets they had sewn themselves.

Mirror Indy

Indiana State Museum Is Free Aug. 22 for Polka Fest

Polkas Norteñas Fest brings free music, dance, food and museum admission to the Indiana State Museum on Aug. 22.

Indy's Child Magazine

Bears reiterate stadium focus remains solely on Hammond, Indiana

During a press conference Thursday at Halas Hall, Bears Chairman George H. McCaskey and President/CEO Kevin Warren reaffirmed that the Bears are focused solely on Hammond, India…

chicagobears

Nexstar’s 10% Poll Gate Locks Ballard and Shillings Out of Thursday’s FOX59/CBS4 SOS Debate

FOX59/CBS4 say Ballard and Shillings missed Nexstar’s 10% polling threshold. Thursday’s debate is Engling vs. Bayh only.

Hoosier Enquirer

Ryan Mears Blames Gun Laws for Violence While Declining to Charge Man Who Pulled Gun on Shortridge High-School

Marion County Prosecutor Ryan Mears has repeatedly pointed to Indiana’s permitless carry law as a driver of gun violence in Indianapolis. Yet when IMPD documented a case in whic…

Hoosier Enquirer

Demand for data center labor is up, but can Indiana’s workforce growth match the pace?

With large technology companies offering hefty wages and enticing incentives as a wave of data centers developments washes across the state, now seems a good time to be a skille…

The Republic News

Benefit today for Milan grad, young father

(MILAN, Ind.) – A fundraiser will be held for a Milan graduate and young father on Saturday.

812now

Banana Ball coming to Indiana for multiple games in 2027

INDIANAPOLIS — One of the most unique and entertaining sporting events is returning to Indiana in 2027. On Thursday night, it was announced that Victory Field will host Banana B…

Fox 59

Months of Hearings, Zero Amendments: Indy's $1.9 Billion Budget Heads to Monday's Vote Exactly as Hogsett Wrot

Indy's nearly $1.9B 2027 budget hasn't changed since August, per the council's chief of staff. It leaves a $40K margin, cuts $1.9M, and goes to a vote Oct. 19.

Hoosier Enquirer

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