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The City of Bloomington is preparing to hear directly from residents once again, announcing the launch of its 2026 Community Survey. The effort continues a practice that began in 2017, when the City committed to working with an independent research firm to measure public views on municipal services, local priorities, and overall quality of life The City of Bloomington is preparing to hear directly from residents once again, announcing the launch of its 2026 Community Survey. The effort continues a practice that began in 2017, when the City committed to working with an independent research firm to measure public views on municipal services, local priorities, and overall quality of life

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Bloomington launches 2026 Community Survey, shifting timeline to avoid survey fatigue after year of major public engagement efforts

Bloomington, Indiana – The City of Bloomington is preparing to hear directly from residents once again, announcing the launch of its 2026 Community Survey....

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The Justice Department has moved to abandon its appeals in a series of cases that invalidated President Donald Trump’s executive orders aimed at several major law firms from New York, Washington State, and Massachusetts

National

Epic legal defeat for the DOJ and Pam Bondi, huge law firms declare victory over Trump’s executive orders retaliation

The Justice Department has moved to abandon its appeals in a series of cases that invalidated President Donald Trump’s executive orders aimed at several...

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National

Trump’s nightmare escalates: Judge paves way for tariff refunds, President’s dream is coming to an end as ‘recalculation of duties’ only means one thing

A federal judge has begun setting in motion what could become a sweeping refund effort tied to tariffs imposed during President Donald Trump’s administration,...

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But supporters of former President Donald Trump opened their inboxes on February 27 to find a striking subject line: “$2,000 stolen from you?”

National

Trump’s urgent email to supporters: ‘May commit to massive $2,000 checks, money stolen from you!’

Just recently, the governors of New York and California called on the Trump administration to return up to $1,700 to the American people after...

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Bloomington

One year into a two-year plan designed to restore financial stability, the Monroe County Community School Corporation reported measurable progress while maintaining what leaders describe as a strong educational foundation.

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Monroe County Community School Corporation reports first year financial gains under two-year recovery strategy while maintaining classroom stability

Monroe County, Indiana – One year into a two-year plan designed to restore financial stability, the Monroe County Community School Corporation reported measurable progress...

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New research from Indiana University shows that weight-based teasing and stigma do not improve health outcomes. Instead, they contribute to chronic stress that can damage the body over time. The findings challenge a long-standing cultural belief that shame can motivate people to adopt healthier behaviors. New research from Indiana University shows that weight-based teasing and stigma do not improve health outcomes. Instead, they contribute to chronic stress that can damage the body over time. The findings challenge a long-standing cultural belief that shame can motivate people to adopt healthier behaviors.

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Indiana University research in Bloomington finds weight-based teasing during adolescence drives chronic stress and measurable health harm

Bloomington, Indiana – Adolescence moves fast. Bodies change. Emotions intensify. Social circles shift. In that fragile stretch of life, young people begin piecing together...

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The 2026 Women’s Achievement Awards will spotlight women whose dedication spans classrooms, food pantries, youth organizations, and service initiatives across the city. The 2026 Women’s Achievement Awards will spotlight women whose dedication spans classrooms, food pantries, youth organizations, and service initiatives across the city.

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Bloomington Women’s History Month luncheon to honor educators advocates and student leaders, event set for March 25

Bloomington, Indiana – In recognition of Women’s History Month, the Commission on the Status of Women will soon gather community members to celebrate a...

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The City of Bloomington is once again calling on residents to turn creativity into environmental action as it launches the 14th Annual Linda P. Thompson Eco-Heroes Art Contest. The City of Bloomington is once again calling on residents to turn creativity into environmental action as it launches the 14th Annual Linda P. Thompson Eco-Heroes Art Contest.

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Bloomington’s Environmental Commission invites artists of all ages to explore native insects in nighttime theme

Bloomington, Indiana – The City of Bloomington is once again calling on residents to turn creativity into environmental action as it launches the 14th...

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Indianapolis

On Monday, Parks Director Brittany Crone announced that longtime city employee Andre Denman has been promoted to Deputy Director for Park Planning, Construction & Facility Maintenance.

Indianapolis

Indy Parks promotes Andre Denman to deputy director as major upgrades accelerate

Indianapolis, Indiana – A leadership change is underway at Indy Parks as the department advances a sweeping wave of improvements across Indianapolis. On Monday,...

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The Indiana University School of Medicine secured more than $230 million in research funding from the National Institutes of Health during the 2025 federal fiscal year, placing it 15th among all public medical schools nationwide The Indiana University School of Medicine secured more than $230 million in research funding from the National Institutes of Health during the 2025 federal fiscal year, placing it 15th among all public medical schools nationwide

Indianapolis

Indiana University research enterprise earns top 15 public ranking in 2025 NIH awards

Indianapolis, Indiana – The Indiana University School of Medicine secured more than $230 million in research funding from the National Institutes of Health during...

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On Tuesday, March 3, the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department will host its second annual “Her Badge, Her Impact” virtual recruiting event, offering a closer look at opportunities within the department On Tuesday, March 3, the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department will host its second annual “Her Badge, Her Impact” virtual recruiting event, offering a closer look at opportunities within the department

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Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department to host Her Badge Her Impact virtual recruiting event on March 3

Indianapolis, Indiana – Community members who have ever considered a career in law enforcement are being invited to log on and learn more next...

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Lugar Plaza has now been formally recognized as a city park, adding it to a network of more than 200 public parks and green spaces across Indianapolis Lugar Plaza has now been formally recognized as a city park, adding it to a network of more than 200 public parks and green spaces across Indianapolis

Indianapolis

Lugar Plaza officially joins Indianapolis park system as new downtown gathering space

Indianapolis, Indiana – Downtown Indianapolis has gained a new gathering place. Lugar Plaza has now been formally recognized as a city park, adding it...

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State news

Two men who were in federal immigration custody died on the same day in different detention centers in Florida and Indiana Two men who were in federal immigration custody died on the same day in different detention centers in Florida and Indiana

State news

ICE under fire again: Two detainees drop dead hours apart in Florida and Indiana as officials are scrambling for answers

Two men who were in federal immigration custody died on the same day in different detention centers in Florida and Indiana, according to statements...

February 24, 2026
Indiana's top political leaders want to make it harder for people who are not legally permitted to drive heavy trucks on the state's highways Indiana's top political leaders want to make it harder for people who are not legally permitted to drive heavy trucks on the state's highways

State news

“Illegal immigrants kill Hoosiers on the roads”: Indiana with massive CDL crackdown, penalties of up to $50,000

Indiana – Indiana’s top political leaders want to make it harder for people who are not legally permitted to drive heavy trucks on the...

February 24, 2026

State news

Ivy Tech Indianapolis launches new construction skills training program to prepare students quickly for high demand industry jobs

Indianapolis, Indiana – Ivy Tech Community College in Indianapolis is taking a major step to address workforce shortages in the construction sector by launching...

February 17, 2026

Crime and safety

Ten people, from Indiana and New York, tied to a sprawling drug network that moved large quantities of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and cocaine go to prison

Crime and Safety

“Major victory for law enforcement”: Ten people caught with 25,000 killer fentanyl pills, 108 kilos meth and firearms received hefty prison sentences

Indiana – Ten people, from Indiana and New York, tied to a sprawling drug network that moved large quantities of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and cocaine...

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A 69-year-old New Jersey woman has been sentenced to federal prison after admitting she carried out a long-running fraud scheme that targeted several companies, including a food service operation in Indiana. A 69-year-old New Jersey woman has been sentenced to federal prison after admitting she carried out a long-running fraud scheme that targeted several companies, including a food service operation in Indiana.

Crime and Safety

Fake vendors, fake invoices, and a luxury shopping spree: NJ woman, master thief, steals half a million from companies in Indiana, now goes to prison

Indiana – A 69-year-old New Jersey woman has been sentenced to federal prison after admitting she carried out a long-running fraud scheme that targeted...

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A 27-year-old Indiana man will spend more than 15 years behind bars after admitting to possessing child se*ual abuse material, federal officials announced A 27-year-old Indiana man will spend more than 15 years behind bars after admitting to possessing child se*ual abuse material, federal officials announced

Crime and Safety

Predator’s sick secret exposed: Indiana man caught with 168 videos of child abuse, gets slammed with hefty sentence

Indiana – A 27-year-old Indiana man will spend more than 15 years behind bars after admitting to possessing child se*ual abuse material, federal officials...

February 24, 2026
Two men from Texas have been sentenced to federal prison after admitting they carried out a pair of violent ATM robberies in Indiana, federal officials announced Two men from Texas have been sentenced to federal prison after admitting they carried out a pair of violent ATM robberies in Indiana, federal officials announced

Crime and Safety

“They chose to use fear and force to steal”: Texas thugs flied to Indiana for brutal ATM heists now slammed with hefty prison sentences

Indiana – Two men from Texas have been sentenced to federal prison after admitting they carried out a pair of violent ATM robberies in...

February 20, 2026