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U.S. House Advances Rescissions Package Impacting Public Media Funding

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INDIANAPOLIS – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a rescissions package that includes the elimination of future federal funding for public media through the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. The measure now moves to the U.S. Senate for consideration.
Indiana Public Broadcasting Stations (IPBS), which represents the state’s 17 PBS and NPR member stations, is closely monitoring the move and its potential implications for local service delivery across Indiana.
“Indiana’s public media stations play a unique role in delivering trusted news, classroom-ready education content, emergency alerts, and cultural programming to communities across the state,” said Mark Newman, Executive Director of IPBS. “Our focus now shifts to the Senate, where we will continue to work with our partners and policymakers to emphasize the value of this essential public service.”

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White House Rescissions Package Threatens Devastating Impact on Indiana Public Broadcasting

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN — Indiana Public Broadcasting Stations, Inc. (IPBS), representing 17 public television and radio stations across the state, is expressing serious concern following the submission of a rescissions package by the White House to Congress. If passed, the measure would revoke advance federal funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) in fiscal years 2026 and 2027—placing local stations and the communities they serve in immediate jeopardy. In fiscal year 2024, Indiana stations received a total of $9.38 million from CPB.
The proposal calls for Congress to eliminate already-appropriated funds and prohibit CPB from distributing any remaining resources. The impact would be swift and far-reaching, especially in rural areas where public media serves as a vital information and education lifeline.

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Critical State Funding for Indiana Public Broadcasting Stations Removed from Proposed State Budget

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Indianapolis, IN — April 24, 2025 – Late last night, Indiana’s newly released two-year state budget proposal excluded $3.675 million in annual funding for Indiana Public Broadcasting Stations (IPBS), a critical investment that has long supported the essential services provided by public television and radio stations across the state.

Seventeen public broadcasting stations—serving 95% of Hoosiers—deliver trusted journalism, lifelong learning, and vital public safety information, free of charge to Indiana residents. This funding rollback jeopardizes the ability of these stations to continue delivering these services at the scale and quality Hoosiers expect and rely on.

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IPBS Announces 2024 Hall of Fame Inductees

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Today Indiana Public Broadcasting Stations, Inc. (IPBS) announced its 2024 class of inductees into the IPBS Hall of Fame. The inductees include: Alan Cloe (former WFYI executive), Bob Ross (beloved artist and Joy of Painting creator), Harvey Stauffer (host of The Blues Revue on 88.1 WVPE-FM), and George Walker (legendary public radio host on WFIU-FM).

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IPBS Stations Honored with Nine Edward R. Murrow Regional Awards in 2024

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Indiana Public Broadcasting Stations, Inc. (IPBS) is proud to announce that WTIU/WFIU, WFYI, and Indiana Public Broadcasting News (IPB News) have collectively been awarded nine prestigious Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards in recognition of their exceptional work in broadcast journalism. Region 7 comprises Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Ohio. These awards underscore the unwavering commitment of Indiana’s public media outlets to delivering high-quality, local reporting and innovative storytelling.

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Major Taylor: Champion of the Race

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Explore the remarkable life and legacy of speed cycling champion, civil rights activist, and Hoosier hero Marshall Walter “Major” Taylor through this documentary produced by WTIU. Scan the QR code with your smartphone to watch a preview. This documentary airs beginning Monday, February 26. Check local PBS station listings for dates and times. 

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WVPE’s Anthony Hunt Elected IPBS Board Chair

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The Indiana Public Broadcasting Stations, Inc. (IPBS) board of directors has elected Anthony Hunt as its new chairman.  Hunt is the general manager of 88.1 WVPE-FM in Elkhart, which serves parts of northern Indiana and southern Michigan.