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- Monroe County jail impasse: After $4.2M North Park design spend, council-commissioner rift persists
- Bloomington council approves $778K CDBG plan amid long-term federal decline
- Jan. 15, 2026: New festival policy, Northgrove subdivision, North-South hoops, IU football, 2026 county budget order, 2025 year-end Bloomington budget
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- Bloomington approves new special events policy amid disputed attendance figures, denied records requests
- Bloomington plan commission sends Northgrove subdivision to second hearing amid concerns
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- Indiana University Football Team Arrives in Miami for CFP Title Game
- Bloomington adds free CFP title-game watch party after MLK Day program; police plan road closures, extra staffing amid cold forecast
- Thousands Head to Assembly Hall for IU Rally Towels Ahead of Miami National Championship
- Showalter Fountain Fish Removed Ahead of IU Footballโs National Championship Game
- Hoosiers put on a show at Peach Bowl, defeating Oregon and advancing to Title Game
- Ken Nunn Law Office shares message of thanks following loss of founder Ken Nunn
- As IU heads to CFP title game in Miami, Indiana AG warns fans to watch for ticket scams amid record prices
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๐ BloomingtonOnline Weather Report
High: 39ยฐF | Low: 25ยฐF
Looks like Mother Nature's throwing us a bit of a mixed bag today, Bloomington! ๐ฆ๏ธ We've got some isolated snow showers dancing in the clouds, with a high near 39 to keep things cool and cozy. So, if you're heading out for a stroll through the Ballantine Hall Stairs or maybe a quick hike at Cedar Bluffs Nature Preserve, you might want to grab a warm layer and maybe an umbrella just in case.
Later on, as the day waltzes into the evening, we're looking at scattered flurries playing peek-a-boo before and after sunset. It's like nature's little surprise party, keeping us on our toes! ๐ Temperatures will be taking a bit of a dip, falling to around 25 by 8 am, so be prepared for a touch of chill in the air.
The winds from the southwest are going to be joining the party as well, around 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph during the day, and then slowing down a bit to around 8 mph as we cozy up for the night. A little breeze to keep things interesting, right? ๐ฌ๏ธ
So, whether you're dreaming of Monroe Lake's Submerged Communities, reminiscing about the good old days at The Quarry, or just enjoying the simple joys of a Bloomington day, I hope this forecast helps you plan your adventures. Stay warm, stay safe, and enjoy every moment, my lovely neighbors! โ๐ธ
Last updated: January 16, 2026 4:30 pm
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