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Mayor Kerry Thomson to send annexation petition to Indiana Supreme Court

By Safin Khatri · Thursday, March 13,2025 7:21 p.m.

Bloomington will appeal a ruling upholding 2019 state law.

City Council fails to introduce ‘dramatic’ denser development resolutions on agenda

By Jack Forrest · Thursday, March 13,2025 12:43 p.m.

Around 30 people attended the meeting. One said he was “disappointed” it adjourned early.

County pauses new jobs in response to property tax bill, federal uncertainty

By Jack Forrest · Wednesday, March 12,2025 2:43 p.m.

The pause is in response to Indiana Senate Bill 1.

Protesters march to court, supporting demonstrators during hearing

By Safin Khatri and Benjamin LeGrand · Wednesday, March 12,2025 11:35 a.m.

The protest spanned campus and downtown.

A pivotal moment for Indiana Democrats is coming. Local party members weigh in:

By Andrew Miller · Wednesday, March 12,2025 9:59 a.m.

State party insiders will choose a new chair on Saturday.

UPDATED: U.S. education department threatens federal funds if IUB fails to stop antisemitism

By Ella Curlin and Andrew Miller · Tuesday, March 11,2025 12:49 p.m.

The Department of Education sent a letter to 60 universities under investigation for antisemitism.

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IU completes its first international repatriation of human remains to Easter Island

By Niki Kelly | Indiana Capital Chronicle · Tuesday, March 11,2025 11:53 a.m.

Indiana University has completed its first international repatriation of human remains to the Rapa Nui people of Easter Island.

Little Black Dog Bakery: The story behind Bloomington’s newest bakery for dogs

By Mike Badrov · Sunday, March 9,2025 2:24 p.m.

Little Black Dog Bakery is the creation of Bloomington native Claire Vesyoly.

Bike lane barriers to be expanded on 3rd Street

By Jack Forrest · Sunday, March 9,2025 10:21 a.m.

Weather permitting, the project is scheduled to take place over IU’s spring break.

Construction to begin on convention center expansion after City Council greenlight

By Gabby Rogers · Friday, March 7,2025 3:40 p.m.

Bloomington business owners, organizations, and officials gathered Wednesday to support the resolution.

‘Life saver’: A night at Bloomington’s winter emergency shelter

By Jack Forrest · Thursday, March 6,2025 4:36 p.m.

Guests say the shelter saved their lives. Volunteers say it’s only a temporary solution.

Monroe County Democratic Party chair hopes to bring community back to the county

By Jack Forrest · Thursday, March 6,2025 9:33 a.m.

Samuel Ujdak was picked to be the next party chair Saturday.

Will Indiana Republicans’ proposed budget affect the 21st Century Scholars program?

By Deshna Venkatachalam · Wednesday, March 5,2025 1:57 p.m.

The proposed budget does not include the College Success Program.

New Monroe County Republican chair wants to inject new energy in the party. Here’s how:

By Jack Forrest · Wednesday, March 5,2025 12:12 p.m.

Cory Grass was elected chair of the party Saturday.

Could Indiana see a state administered retirement plan? Experts weigh in

By Adelyn Rabbitt · Wednesday, March 5,2025 10:53 a.m.

Advocates are focused on getting a state administered retirement plan into Indiana law.

Ramadan Kareem: How Muslims in Bloomington observe Ramadan

By Safin Khatri · Tuesday, March 4,2025 4:50 p.m.

As Ramadan began March 1, Bloomington’s Muslim community observed with fasting, prayer and reflection.

Bowling, axe throwing, pickleball entertainment center to open in May

By Marty Blader · Tuesday, March 4,2025 1:25 p.m.

Hoosier Alley Entertainment will offer bowling, axe throwing, pickleball and more.

Amid hospital closures, rural residents turn to Bloomington for pregnancy healthcare

By Ella Curlin · Sunday, March 2,2025 6:29 p.m.

In Monroe County’s rural neighbors, maternity care deserts increase travel times and limit access to critical pregnancy healthcare.

MCCSC superintendent’s 2-year plan aims to reconstruct declining financial situation

By Gabby Rogers · Saturday, March 1,2025 11:02 a.m.

MCCSC’s superintendent proposed a long-term plan for fiscal health.

Beds, daycare and taxes: What officials discussed at new Monroe County jail meeting

By Jack Forrest · Friday, Feb. 28,2025 6:30 p.m.

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the justice complex predesign phase Thursday.

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