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Bloomington protesters gather in People's Park following Breonna Taylor decision

By Avraham Forrest · Thursday, Sept. 24,2020 12:16 a.m.

A crowd gathered at People’s Park, shouting chants and chalking messages.

Candlelight vigil held for members of Bloomington homeless community

By Helen Rummel · Wednesday, Sept. 23,2020 4:53 p.m.

More than 70 people gathered outside the Monroe County Courthouse to remember those who died.

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Bloomington teachers, supporters rally against in-person teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic

By Phyllis Cha · Wednesday, Sept. 23,2020 1:23 a.m.

Some educators have health concerns about in-person classes.

Fire destroys three houses on South Wickens Street in Bloomington, no one injured

By Grace Ybarra · Monday, Sept. 21,2020 9:52 p.m.

Two other houses had siding damage.

People celebrate the late Ruth Bader Ginsburg through vigil at Monroe County Courthouse

By Avraham Forrest · Monday, Sept. 21,2020 1:23 a.m.

Participants shared songs and words for the late Supreme Court justice.

COVID-19 pandemic creates blood shortage, IU students can donate off campus

By Avraham Forrest · Sunday, Sept. 20,2020 4:34 p.m.

The American Red Cross is working to have campus blood drives.

Bloomington hotels are offering housing contracts for students looking to leave communal living

By Helen Rummel · Thursday, Sept. 17,2020 9:58 p.m.

Some have started turning to hotels for a break from communal living.

‘People need to be cared for properly’: Local petition calls for COVID-19 protocol reform in jail

By Ally Melnik · Thursday, Sept. 17,2020 6:51 p.m.

The petition brings awareness to inmate health conditions.

Bloomington City Council votes down county income tax increase

By Mel Fronczek · Thursday, Sept. 17,2020 12:46 a.m.

The 4-5 vote came after more than two hours of debate.

Bloomington businesses adapt to COVID-19 restrictions

By Madison Smalstig · Wednesday, Sept. 16,2020 7:36 p.m.

The Buskirk-Chumley Theater started doing virtual concerts to raise money.

Monroe County attorneys, judge fear CDC eviction moratorium won't prevent evictions

By Mel Fronczek · Tuesday, Sept. 15,2020 6:30 p.m.

One attorney said rent forgiveness or rent freezes would be more useful.

Monroe County reports second highest daily COVID-19 case increase

By Matt Cohen · Tuesday, Sept. 15,2020 4:46 p.m.

151 new cases were reported Tuesday.

Residents at Plato’s Court at Knights Landing face parking, pricing issues

By Avraham Forrest · Sunday, Sept. 13,2020 6:36 p.m.

Residents said they've had little communication from management.

Back to School: MCCSC students return to the classroom Tuesday amid COVID-19 pandemic

By Natalie Gabor · Thursday, Sept. 10,2020 1:14 a.m.

Elementary schools are in person, but middle and high schools are hybrid.

IU is investigating large gathering at Monroe Lake, IU spokesperson says

By David Wolfe Bender · Wednesday, Sept. 9,2020 9:58 a.m.

The boat rental company said the students were warned about COVID-19 policies.

Here are some Bloomington restaurants that currently offer outdoor seating

By Raul Moreno · Tuesday, Sept. 8,2020 10:15 a.m.

The closure of Kirkwood Avenue creates more space for outdoor seating.

Indiana passes 100,000 positive COVID-19 cases

By Sara Kress · Tuesday, Sept. 8,2020 4:03 a.m.

Monroe County’s positivity rate has spiked since Aug. 23.

Bloomington booksellers voice importance of supporting local bookstores during the pandemic

By Swarna Gowtham · Sunday, Sept. 6,2020 9:39 p.m.

The Friends of the Library Bookstore gives back to the Bloomington community.

Pro-Trump boat parade draws hundreds of supporters to Monroe Lake

By Helen Rummel · Sunday, Sept. 6,2020 5:01 p.m.

Hundreds of boats joined the parade Saturday afternoon.

UPDATE: Four dead in alleged triple homicide-suicide in Bloomington identified Tuesday

By Ally Melnik · Sunday, Sept. 6,2020 4:59 p.m.

The incident occurred Sunday morning on South Olcott Boulevard.

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