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🌞 Today’s Weather
High: 71°F | Low: 62°F
Looks like we've got a bit of a mixed bag today, Bloomington! 🌦️ It's going to be a partly sunny day with a high near 71, so definitely a good idea to grab a light jacket if you're heading out early. The wind's going to be coming in from the west at around 6 mph, just enough to give those trees a little sway.
As we move into the evening, things might get a tad cloudy with a low around 62, and the wind will calm down to a gentle whisper. 🌬️ But keep an eye on the skies as we might see some showers and possibly a rumble of thunder before 4 pm. After that, it could turn into scattered showers and thunderstorms, so you might want to keep that umbrella handy just in case. ☔
The temperature will be climbing to around 79 degrees, and the wind will shift to the west at about 5 mph in the afternoon. Sounds like a classic Indiana weather day, doesn't it? 😄 Don't forget to check in on your plants if they're outdoors!
So, maybe grab that raincoat before heading out, and if you're planning on a cozy night in, it might just be the perfect evening for a good book from the Book Corner or a movie marathon at home. Stay safe and dry, neighbors! 🌈
Last updated: May 23, 2026 4:30 pm
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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.

- New Bloomington sewer policy targets ‘strategic’ sites like airport property
- Seminary Pointe tenants get more time as Bloomington Convention Center host hotel moves ahead
- Cottage Grove conservation district OK’d by Bloomington city council on 7–1 vote
- Kirkwood proposal, power struggle over Bloomington streets, cued up for June 3
- May 21, 2026: Historic protection OK’d, skybridge art chosen, fare-free week for public buses, Ms. Lake Lemon!

- Bloomington High School South shelter-in-place lifted after student found with BB gun
- Bloomington Police Department summaries for May 12-19 include burglaries, assaults, thefts and drug arrests
- Pantry 279 to receive 40,000-pound food delivery in June
- MCCSC says financial strategy saved $13.2 million while limiting classroom impact
- Ellettsville Fire Department announces July 4 fireworks show
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- 🟥 B Square Bulletin – Independent reporting on city government & local policy
- 🟦 The Bloomingtonian – Photojournalism & breaking local news
- 🟨 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
- 🏛️ IU News – Highlights from Indiana University & campus life
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