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COVID-19 cases decline, monkeypox case count slows

Sep 9, 2022 5:30 pm

Updated vaccines with more protection are now available.

Queen Elizabeth II smiles July 17, 2020, at Windsor Castle in Windsor, England. The queen died Thursday afternoon at 96 years old.

Queen Elizabeth II dies at 96

Sep 8, 2022 4:04 pm

She was Britain's longest ruling monarch.

Bloomington issues boil water advisory for Longview area

Sep 8, 2022 4:01 pm

The boil water advisory is not related to algae in the water.

Assistant Superintendent Dr. Andrea Mobley speaks during the Monroe County Community School District Board of Trustees meeting Sept. 28, 2021, in the MCCSC Co-Lab building. Monroe County residents will vote on a referendum Nov. 8 that would increase property tax for homeowners and businesses for the next eight years to fund MCCSC.

A Monroe County voter’s guide to the 2022 MCCSC referendum

Sep 8, 2022 3:08 pm

Voters approved MCCSC referenda in 2010 and 2016, but now they are set to expire.

IU Dining employee Cassi Abts puts food into boxes Aug. 29, 2021, at Wright Quad dining hall. A new IU dining system allows students to use all-you-care-to-eat based dining plans, which includes multiple visits to dining halls each day.

Confused by IU Dining’s new meal plans? We have answers.

Sep 7, 2022 3:25 pm

Students can purchase all-you-care-to-eat and pay-as-you-go dining options.

Greek houses are seen March 30, 2020, on Jordan Avenue, now named North Eagleson Avenue. This year, a record number of people will be rushing at IU.

IU Interfraternity Council announces record number of people rushing fraternities this fall

Sep 7, 2022 9:13 am

Over 1,900 students registered to join a fraternity on the first day of fall formal recruitment.

Children talk to each other before action projects Jan. 20, 2020, at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Bloomington. The Boys & Girls Club will use the grant money to buy a minibus for its Crestmont location.

Monroe County Council awards $151,000 through Sophia Travis Community Service grants

Sep 6, 2022 5:07 pm

Sophia Travis, the grant namesake, served as a Monroe County councilmember from 2004-2008.

The location of Raising Cane's is seen Sept. 5, 2022, on East Kirkwood Avenue. The highly-anticipated chicken restaurant is slated to open Wednesday.

Raising Cane’s to open Bloomington location Wednesday

Sep 6, 2022 3:47 pm

There is a chance to win free chicken fingers for a year.

A Gables Bagels neon sign is seen through the door of the restaurant Sept. 5, 2022, on East Third Street. The store is owned by Ed Schwartzman, who also owns BuffaLouie’s in Bloomington.

Ed Schwartzman brings New York-style bagels to Bloomington with Gables Bagels

Sep 6, 2022 3:21 pm

Third Street gets new bagel shop that delivers.

A sign for the Monroe County Community School Corporation Administration Offices is seen Sept. 2, 2021, during the afternoon dismissal at Bloomington High School South. The recent teacher shortage has caused problems for local schools.

MCCSC fills all teaching positions, but Indiana teachers face nationally low pay, public criticism

Sep 6, 2022 9:00 am

Monroe County Community School Corporation currently has all teacher positions filled.

‘A lot more hope’: Experts say Biden’s debt cancellation plan provides relief, security despite criticism

Sep 5, 2022 6:45 pm

The three-part student loan forgiveness plan targets low-to middle-income households.

A spotted lanternfly, an invasive species, holds its wings open, exposing its bright red underwing. Spotted lanternflies have now been discovered in at least two Indiana counties, according to Indiana Public Radio.

Invasive spotted lanternfly found in two Indiana counties

Sep 5, 2022 6:32 pm

Spotted lanternflies can become a threat to Indiana wine and nut production.

A view of downtown Bloomington is seen from the Seventh and Walnut Street Parking Garage. The Bloomington Housing and Neighborhood Development department announced plans to build new affordable housing units in northwest Bloomington.

Plans for affordable homes in northwest Bloomington hope to decrease the unhoused population

Sep 5, 2022 6:15 pm

This project is aimed to help those who are underemployed and seeking home ownership.

A Safe Place sign is seen outside Bloomington Fire Station 4 on E. Third St. Aug. 22. These signs are markers for buildings that are designated safe places for children in need of immediate help.

Monroe County organizations offer support, services and mentoring for children, young adults

Sep 5, 2022 3:06 pm

There are several places young people can go to find activities, mentoring and help in crisis.

Pride flags are attached to a fence at Pridefest on Aug. 27, 2022. IU was named one of the best schools to attend as an LGBTQ student.

IU named among 'Best of the Best’ LGBTQ-friendly colleges in the country

Sep 5, 2022 1:12 pm

IU listed is in the top 40 for most accepting LGBTQ universities in the U.S.

North Eagleson Avenue is seen Nov. 4, 2021. IU's chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon was placed on cease and desist until further notice on Sept. 2.

Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity placed on cease and desist Friday

Sep 4, 2022 4:58 pm

All activities are suspended while on cease and desist.

UPDATE: Man arrested Wednesday in connection with reported parking garage sexual assault

Sep 3, 2022 7:01 pm

The man was preliminarily charged with rape, criminal confinement and sexual battery.

Little change in COVID cases, 28 new monkeypox cases this week

Sep 2, 2022 5:53 pm

The Indiana Department of Health has added a monkeypox dashboard.

West Nile Virus found in Monroe County mosquitos

Sep 2, 2022 4:35 pm

The health department recommends removing areas of standing water.

The sign of the Wheeler Mission Center for men is pictured at 215 S. Westplex Ave. in Bloomington. In Monroe county, 14 people have died this year from a drug overdose, as of Aug. 1 according to the Indiana Health Department.

Local resources for those dealing with opioid addiction, overdose

Sep 2, 2022 1:40 pm

There are several resources available within the city and county.

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