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"Stay Home": Bloomington Police issue Urgent Plea following severe west side storm damage
3+ hour, 31+ min ago (155+ words) BLOOMINGTON " Authorities are urging residents to avoid the west side of Bloomington immediately as first responders struggle to navigate extensive damage from tonight's severe storms. Captain Ryan Pedigo of the Bloomington Police Department issued a direct plea to the public,…...
Doing double time, BNL showcases multi-sport athletes as Stars set for Senior Night with Evansville North
3+ hour, 49+ min ago (836+ words) BEDFORD " Driven Axsom and Dayson Kirby have made the most of a rare second chance. They had decided to focus on football early in their high school careers. Basketball was a past love they had jilted. But, like the former…...
“100 Cooks Who Care” returns to Bloomington: Volunteers needed for signature fundraiser
1+ day, 15+ hour ago (240+ words) BLOOMINGTON " One of Bloomington's most unique culinary traditions is returning this weekend, and local organizers are calling for a final push of volunteers to ensure its success. "100 Cooks Who Care," a high-energy gala where community leaders trade business suits for…...
Applications open for Jack Hopkins Social Services Funding for Bloomington agencies
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (506+ words) BLOOMINGTON" The City of Bloomington Common Council's Jack Hopkins Social Services Funding Committee is now accepting applications for the 2026 funding cycle. This year, the... BLOOMINGTON " The City of Bloomington Common Council's Jack Hopkins Social Services Funding Committee is now accepting…...
Indiana lawmakers move to require parental consent for teens on social media following tragic death
1+ day, 22+ hour ago (272+ words) INDIANA " Following a week of emotional testimony and a push from Governor Mike Braun, Indiana lawmakers have passed an amended bill aimed at drastically increasing parental oversight for minors on social media. The legislation, which originally targeted users under 16, was…...
City of Bloomington restores consistent fluoride to drinking water following longstanding system failures
1+ week, 3+ day ago (228+ words) As a result, CBU discontinued supplemental fluoride feed. Drinking water continued to contain naturally occurring fluoride, but levels were not consistently supplemented to the recommended range. Throughout this period, Bloomington's water remained fully safe to drink and compliant with all…...
Traffic stop leads to Bloomington man arrest for felony drug dealing
1+ week, 6+ day ago (428+ words) BEDFORD " A Bloomington man is facing multiple felony charges after a Bedford Police officer discovered a significant cache of marijuana and hash oil during a traffic stop Saturday afternoon. Jasper Levi Chastain, 42, was arrested on January 31, 2026, on preliminary charges of…...
Ellettsville man arrested after armed confrontation at Bloomington ICE protest
2+ week, 2+ day ago (290+ words) BLOOMINGTON" A 42-year-old Ellettsville man faces multiple felony charges after allegedly brandishing a loaded shotgun and pepper-spraying bystanders during an anti-ICE protest at the intersection of Walnut Street and Kirkwood Avenue. Ryan D. Hughes was apprehended by Bloomington police last Friday....
Bloomington to celebrate women leaders at 2026 Women’s History Month Luncheon
2+ week, 3+ day ago (351+ words) BLOOMINGTON" The City of Bloomington'sCommission on the Status of Womeninvites the community to celebrate the 2026 Women's History Month Luncheon on Wednesday, March 25, at... BLOOMINGTON " The City of Bloomington's Commission on the Status of Women invites the community to celebrate the…...
Terre Haute North double-dips BNL during explosive 81-51 victory
2+ week, 5+ day ago (1240+ words) BEDFORD " Terre Haute North double-dipped the chip. Dunked a couple, too. With five double-digit scorers, the streaking Patriots kept taking big bites out of Bedford North Lawrence. They dipped, dipped again, and there was no ending the offensive firepower. That's…...