Ashley Holloway, Author at The Bloomington Star

At the center of the controversy is a claim that Trump attempted to move toward using the nation’s nuclear launch authority but was stopped by a senior military leader before any such action could advance further.

National

He almost pushed the button: Trump was blocked from using nuclear codes on Iran, top general said ‘No’

Washington, D.C. – A new and explosive allegation surrounding President Donald Trump’s handling of the Iran crisis has reignited fears about the immense power...

Ashley Holloway6 days ago

But city officials said the wall is part of private property, a distinction that matters now that the Black Lives Matter mural has been removed and replaced. In clarifying the situation, the city pointed to a longer history tied to the site, one that stretches back across decades of public art and community memory.

Bloomington local

City of Bloomington says private ownership shaped fate of mural long tied to People’s Park

Bloomington, Indiana – Questions over the future of the mural beside People’s Park have prompted a response from the City of Bloomington, which says...

Ashley Holloway6 days ago

Indiana is taking another step toward reshaping its energy future, this time with one of the state’s most recognizable companies at the table.

State news

Indiana about to become America’s nuclear power capital: “Lower energy prices for Hoosier families”

Indiana – Indiana is taking another step toward reshaping its energy future, this time with one of the state’s most recognizable companies at the...

Ashley HollowayApril 16, 2026

Bloomington has moved into the next stage of its 2026 Community Survey, opening the process to the wider public after completing the statistically valid sample needed for reliable citywide analysis.

Bloomington local

More Bloomington voices are now invited into city survey as broader public phase begins

Bloomington, Indiana – Bloomington has moved into the next stage of its 2026 Community Survey, opening the process to the wider public after completing...

Ashley HollowayApril 16, 2026

Bloomington residents will have another chance to sit down face-to-face with city leadership early next week as Mayor Kerry Thomson and Planning & Transportation Director David Hittle bring the city’s Traveling Town Hall series to the south side.

Bloomington local

Bloomington brings City Hall to the south side as Mayor Kerry Thomson heads to Morgenstern Books and Cafe

Bloomington, Indiana – Bloomington residents will have another chance to sit down face-to-face with city leadership early next week as Mayor Kerry Thomson and...

Ashley HollowayApril 2, 2026

A new effort aimed at improving communication during roadside encounters is now underway in Bloomington, where the Bloomington Police Department has introduced a program designed specifically for drivers on the autism spectrum.

Bloomington local

Bloomington expands inclusive policing efforts with autism focused traffic stop program

Bloomington, Indiana – A new effort aimed at improving communication during roadside encounters is now underway in Bloomington, where the Bloomington Police Department has...

Ashley HollowayMarch 26, 2026

A fresh round of creative opportunity is opening in Bloomington, where artists and organizations are once again being invited to bring their ideas into public view

Bloomington local

Bloomington offers up to $4000 in funding for artists bringing projects to the public, apply now

Bloomington, Indiana – A fresh round of creative opportunity is opening in Bloomington, where artists and organizations are once again being invited to bring...

Ashley HollowayMarch 19, 2026

A coalition of state attorneys general has moved to stop a massive $6.2 billion media deal that, if completed, would reshape the landscape of local television across the United States

National

Multistate coalition steps in to defend local media independence against sweeping broadcast consolidation, California leads the challenge

A coalition of state attorneys general has moved to stop a massive $6.2 billion media deal that, if completed, would reshape the landscape of...

Ashley HollowayMarch 19, 2026

A wave of alarming text messages has been sweeping across Indiana, catching thousands of residents off guard with claims of unpaid toll violations and looming court appearances

State news

Indiana under massive phishing attack and scam, AG Rokita warns: “Delete these texts immediately”

Indiana – A wave of alarming text messages has been sweeping across Indiana, catching thousands of residents off guard with claims of unpaid toll...

Ashley HollowayMarch 19, 2026

Indianapolis

Ivy Tech and IndyGo extend deadline for student bus design contest in Indianapolis

Indianapolis, Indiana – A new wave of creativity is rolling through Indianapolis as local students are given extra time to bring their artistic ideas...

Ashley HollowayMarch 16, 2026