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🌞 Today’s Weather
High: 61°F | Low: 36°F
Ah, good morning, Bloomington! 🌞 Looks like we're in for a delightful day today. The sun is shining bright, painting the sky a lovely shade of blue over our little slice of Indiana paradise. I see a few fluffy clouds drifting by, but nothing to rain on our parade!
Temperatures are feeling just right—reaching a high near 61. That delightful West wind is whispering through the trees at around 10 to 16 mph, giving us that invigorating autumn feel. 🍂 So, grab your favorite cozy sweater and maybe a hat to keep your locks in check with those gusts reaching up to 31 mph. It's a good day to let your hair dance in the wind!
As we saunter into the evening, the clouds might gather 'round for a bit of a cozy get-together, but don't worry—they'll gradually clear out before you know it. A gentle North northeast wind will be joining us at a leisurely pace of 3 to 8 mph, guiding us into a calm and peaceful night.
Now, don't be surprised if you wake up to some delicate areas of frost tomorrow morning before 8 am. Mother Nature's way of sprinkling a bit of winter magic on our lawns! But fear not, as the day will unfold into another sunny delight with a high near 60. A light north northeast wind will be our companion, keeping things just as pleasant as can be.
So, whether you're strolling along Kirkwood Avenue, popping into Global Gifts for a little treasure hunt, or catching the tune of Trombone Guy serenading the streets, today is looking just grand for whatever your heart desires. Enjoy this lovely day, my fellow Bloomingtonians! 😊🌤️
Last updated: April 19, 2026 11:30 am
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Fresh from the front page — local headlines, neighborhood voices, and timely stories from across Monroe County. Whether it’s city hall or the farmer’s market, this is where Bloomington stays in the loop.

- Monroe County commissioners say ACLU imposed jail land-approval condition as council pushes back
- Bloomington ends Flock contract, says city will seek alternatives after review
- Monroe County council approves Seminary Pointe land transfer on 6-0-1 vote, as tenants and advocates warn Bloomington is losing what was left of old Bloomington
- Tonight: 9th District candidates to debate science and environment issues
- Motorcyclist clocked at 95 mph, allegedly topped 130 before Lake County crash on I-80, police say
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- 🟥 B Square Bulletin – Independent reporting on city government & local policy
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- 🟨 Limestone Post – Longform features, arts, and community stories
- 🎙️ The Electron Pencil – Local commentary and civic opinion
- 📻 Earth Eats – Sustainable food and farming from WFIU/WTIU
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