James Cole: From Playoff Thrills to Business Aspirations
A high school baseball player from Anderson reflects on chess, travel dreams, and the figures shaping his future.
May 15, 2026
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High School Baseball Star James Cole Eyes Business Future and a Roman Escape
James Cole, a standout baseball player from Anderson, talks about his plans to study business, his love of chess, and his ideal dinner with industry titans.
May 15, 2026
Kushner’s Giants Deal Sparks Political Firestorm
Joshua Kushner, brother of Jared Kushner and a Democratic donor, is buying a stake in the San Francisco Giants, sparking intense political backlash in San Francisco.
May 15, 2026
Indiana’s Rose Bowl Upset Reshapes College Football Landscape
Indiana's decisive 38-3 win over Alabama in the Rose Bowl forces Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer to confront gaps in his program, while coach Curt Cignetti’s rise is traced back to his years under Nick Saban.
May 14, 2026
SEC ponders breakaway as Sarkisian slams NCAA’s waning grip
Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian has laid bare his frustration with the current landscape of college football, pointing to the increasingly porous College Football Playoff, the unrestricted movement of players and what he sees as a deteriorating enforcement of rules by the NCAA.
May 13, 2026
Tucson to Host Iranian Football Team Amid Ongoing US‑Iran Tensions
Despite diplomatic strain, Tucson is preparing to welcome Iran’s national squad at the Kino Sports Complex, where director Sarah Hanna highlights the city’s readiness and community support.
May 13, 2026
College Football Playoff Expansion Debate Heats Up
The future of the College Football Playoff is under intense discussion, with proposals for a 24‑team tournament sparking debate over financial incentives, regular‑season impact, and student‑athlete welfare.
May 13, 2026
White House proposes sweeping overhaul of college football governance
The proposal, drafted with input from coaches, commissioners and political figures, aims to restructure college football but faces legal questions and fan skepticism.
May 12, 2026
Undefeated Hoosiers Celebrate National Championship at the White House
Indiana University’s football team visited the White House to mark a perfect season, where President Donald Trump praised coach Curt Cignetti and highlighted the squad’s resilience and historic achievements.
May 12, 2026
Trump’s NIL Critique Clashes with Indiana’s Championship Success
At a White House ceremony honoring Indiana University’s football team, President Donald Trump denounced the NIL framework that has enriched players like quarterback Fernando Mendoza, despite his own advocacy to roll back those very regulations.
May 12, 2026
Trump’s NIL Critique at Indiana Celebration Sparks Controversy
President Donald Trump used a White House ceremony honoring Indiana University’s first football championship to attack the name, image and likeness rules that enabled the team’s success, while also making unrelated comments about a future White House ballroom.
May 12, 2026
Indiana University Football Team Honored at the White House
The 2026 national champions visited the White House, where President Trump praised the squad and exchanged words with head coach Curt Cignetti.
May 12, 2026
Trump Hails Indiana Football’s Perfect Season at White House
At a White House ceremony, the president lauded Indiana University’s flawless season, highlighting the team’s dramatic victory over Alabama and the bold coaching style of Curt Cignetti.
May 12, 2026
Trump Praises Indiana’s Perfect Season at White House
At a White House ceremony, President Donald Trump celebrated Indiana University's unbeaten campaign, drawing comparisons to Muhammad Ali and highlighting the team's daring strategies and underdog story.
May 12, 2026
Trump Hails Indiana Football’s Perfect Season at White House Ceremony
At a White House ceremony, President Donald Trump praised Indiana University’s flawless football season, highlighting key victories and lauding coach Curt Cignetti’s leadership.
May 12, 2026
Trump Hails Indiana Football’s Perfect Season at White House Ceremony
At a White House gathering, the president celebrated Indiana’s flawless campaign, highlighting signature wins and the coach’s bold play‑calling.
May 12, 2026
CFP Expansion Debate: SEC Backs 16‑Team Format While Big Ten Pushes 24‑Team Model
SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey argues for a 16‑team College Football Playoff, contrasting with the Big Ten’s 24‑team proposal, while scheduling reforms and political interference add new layers to the conversation.
May 12, 2026
Undefeated Hoosiers Celebrate National Championship at the White House
The Indiana Hoosiers visited the White House to mark a perfect 16‑0 season and national title, presenting the president with memorabilia while Coach Cignetti reflects on his program’s turnaround and future ambitions.
May 12, 2026
President Trump Celebrates Undefeated Indiana Hoosiers at White House
In a rare Oval Office gathering, the president praised the Hoosiers’ historic 16‑0 season, highlighting coach Cignetti’s philosophy and the team’s unprecedented achievements.
May 11, 2026
Trump Honors Undefeated Indiana Hoosiers in Historic White House Visit
President Donald Trump hosted the 2026 CFP champion Indiana Hoosiers, celebrating their 16‑0 season and the coach’s unapologetic approach.
May 11, 2026
Cignetti and Trump Honor Indiana’s Unbeaten 2026 CFP Champions at the White House
President Donald Trump welcomed Indiana’s championship football team to the White House, praising coach Curt Cignetti’s bold leadership and the squad’s historic 16‑0 run that featured victories over six top‑ten opponents.
May 11, 2026
President Trump Honors 2025 Indiana Hoosiers at White House Amid Playoff Celebration
The Hoosiers gathered in Washington, D.C., to commemorate their national championship, while plans for a 2026 title defense already take shape.
May 11, 2026
Former Indiana Quarterback Fernando Mendoza Skips White House Visit for Raiders Rookie Obligations
Raiders rookie Fernando Mendoza informed President Donald Trump that he could not attend a White House event celebrating Indiana football, citing his team's training commitments. His absence, along with that of several other drafted Hoosiers, prompted light‑hearted remarks from the president.
May 11, 2026
President Trump Celebrates Indiana University’s Undefeated Football Champions at the White House
President Donald Trump welcomed Indiana University’s national championship football team to the White House, praising their 16‑0 run and presenting commemorative items.
May 11, 2026