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Road work, shoulder closures return Monday on State Road 45/46

By News Staff · Friday, Jan. 31, 2025

INDOT said all lanes of S.R. 45/46 are anticipated to remain open, however short-term shoulder closures should be expected.

BPD: Rape, two sexual assaults reported Wednesday

By News Staff · Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025

Anyone with information on any of the cases can contact Bloomington Police.

Man arrested for setting fire to Narcan box

By Ashton Hackman · Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025

Online court records show Busby has several other pending cases in Monroe County, including criminal trespass, intimidation and theft.

Third Street and College Mall Road to close overnight for repairs

By News Staff · Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025

All right turn lanes will remain open during the closure.

Cyclist injured after crash with Bloomington Transit bus

By Ashton Hackman · Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025

It happened around 9:30 a.m. at the intersection of Seventh and Washington Streets, according to Bloomington Police Captain Ryan Pedigo.

Bloomington eyes Rogers Street location for future police headquarters

By Sidney Moore · Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025

Mayor Kerry Thomson said a building at 714 South Rogers Street is a strong candidate for BPD.

Jan. 6 case dismissed against former IU student after Trump pardon

By News Staff · Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025

Vo had fled to Canada after his conviction and was detained by Canadian police earlier this month.

Indiana AG Rokita files amended lawsuit over Monroe County Sheriff’s immigration policy

By Ashton Hackman · Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025

Rokita filed the lawsuit in Monroe Circuit Court in July, claiming the county is violating state law by "limiting or restricting the enforcement of federal immigration laws."

Childcare program fee increase approved by MCCSC Board

By News Staff · Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025

Parents with children in these programs will spend $600 to $1,200 more annually.

Bloomington offering neighborhood improvement grants

By News Staff · Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025

Three different grants are available during the 2025 cycle: Neighborhood Improvement Grant, Small & Simple Grants and Neighborhood Cleanup Grant.

Water main break closes East Third Street at College Mall Road

By News Staff · Friday, Jan. 24, 2025

BPD is asking drivers to seek alternate routes while crews work to fix the break.

City council signs off on Kirkwood Avenue closure for Outdoor Dining Program

By Ashton Hackman · Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025

The Board of Public Works will need to give final approval before the program returns.

Monroe County Democratic Chair not seeking reelection

By Isaac Perlich · Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025

David Henry has served in the position since 2021, and will step down March 1.

Monroe County warming stations open for brutal cold Monday through Wednesday

By News Staff · Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025

Monroe County is under a Cold Weather Advisory until 10 a.m. Wednesday.

Liz Feitl elected councilwoman for Monroe County Council

By Mike Badrov · Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025

Feitl will fill the role of the late Cheryl Munson, who died in December.

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Expanded bike lane safety coming to portions of Third Street

By Ashton Hackman · Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025

Phase two construction is expected to begin the week of March 17, while students are out of town during spring break.

Metered parking in Bloomington free until at least Sunday

By News Staff · Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025

Office of the Mayor Communications Director Desiree DeMolina said the rates were waived as the city continues to clear roads from last week’s winter storms.

BPD: Two masked people robbed Circle K gas station at gunpoint

By Ashton Hackman · Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025

Police searched the area but did not locate the suspects.

No injuries reported in Tuesday night fire

By News Staff · Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025

One person was initially missing, MFD said, but everyone in the home was able to make it out, including a cat.

Monroe County warming stations to open next week for brutal cold

By News Staff · Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025

High temperatures will be in the low teens with windchills close to or below zero early next week, according to the National Weather Service forecast.

Kirkwood Avenue closure returns for summer

The closure will last through Nov. 10.

INDOT awards over $2 million in road grants

Both the city and county are bidding contracts for the projects, and construction is expected to begin later this year.

IU Greek life social events put on hold until late March

The IFC wrote in an email the pause will address student health and safety concerns.

Transgender people banned from women's sports in Braun executive order

The executive orders aim to end what the governor's office labeled as "extreme gender ideology."

Supreme Court strikes down Trump cuts to USAID

The decision, while temporary and tentative, is the court’s first clear defeat for Trump in his second term.