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Indiana correctional center opens to ICE, dubbed ‘Speedway Slammer’

The facility marks the second state partnership to expand ICE detention space after Florida’s “Alligator Alcatraz.”

Mayor Thomson addresses Bloomington housing challenges following arrests

Thomson discussed recent arrests at encampments and city efforts to increase wages, decrease housing costs and influence development of affordable housing. 

Credit card skimming device found at Bloomingfoods East location

Users of Register 3 between June 28 and July 12 should assume their data has been compromised.

Bloomington Environmental Commission launches interactive map

U.S. House of Representatives approves funding cuts to public media outlets; what does this mean for local stations?

Local news outlets near Bloomington will face the effects.

U.S. Senate votes to cut $1 billion from public media, returns to House

Indiana senators Todd Young and Jim Banks voted in favor of the cuts.

Gov. Braun reviews state government programs for DEI initiatives

Motorcyclist killed in crash on SR 45 near Bloomington

Bedford man died Saturday in a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of State Road 45 and Airport Road.

Bloomington Furniture Company announces closure, final sale

The store announced its closure on June 9.

Chairman of Monroe County Democratic Party resigns

Samuel Ujdak said he is unable to serve the role with the necessary amount of commitment and clarity.

Monroe County Sheriff’s Office investigating targeted shooting on South College Drive

The shooting occurred in the early morning hours of June 18.

Highlighting Bloomington Black-owned businesses on Juneteenth

MCCSC announces no teacher layoffs for upcoming school year

The Monroe County Community School Corporation announced no teacher layoffs despite ongoing financial challenges that led to the elimination of non-classroom positions.

UPDATED: Tornado watch for Monroe County lifted

The watch also includes 34 counties across Indiana.  

Man arrested, charged with intimidation at ‘No Kings’ rally

Police questioned and arrested Hyun Joon Kim after a disturbance during Saturday's protest.

Hundreds gather in front of Monroe County Courthouse for “No Kings” protest

Two dead after head-on collision on State Road 46

The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office released a press release Friday evening reporting a crash on State Road 46.

Community members gather for candlelight vigil honoring deported immigrants

The vigil was held in response to the Trump administration's wave of deportations, some without hearings.

Monroe County Board of Health to consider new public comment policy

The board cited recent unproductive sessions and time constraints as reasons for the change. 

MCCSC eliminates 61 non-classroom positions, plans to leave others vacant ahead of projected revenue loss

The estimated $3.5 million loss next year is a result of Indiana’s reduced property tax law and declining enrollment