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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
- Courthouse square
- 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: 27ยฐF | Low: 12ยฐF
Oh, hey there, neighbor! ๐ Looks like we've got a cozy day ahead in our little slice of Bloomington. I've just peeked at the forecast, and it seems like we might be in for a touch of winter magic today. โ๏ธ
Early on, we might catch a few flurries dancing around before 7 am, so keep an eye out if you're an early bird like me. But don't worry, by mid-morning, those snowflakes should be tucking themselves in for a little midday nap. Partly sunny skies will be our backdrop as the temperature takes a bit of a dip, settling around 24 degrees by 10 am.๐ค๏ธ
Our trusty west wind will be keeping things lively, blowing through at 11 to 13 mph, with the occasional gust showing off at 21 mph. It's like Mother Nature's gentle reminder to hold onto your hats! ๐จ
As we ease into the afternoon, those flurries might just make a late comeback after 3 pm, adding a sprinkle of winter charm to our day. But fear not, my friends, as the evening rolls in, the clouds will part ways, treating us to a partly cloudy night with a low around 12 degrees. ๐
And hey, looking ahead to tomorrow, the sun will be back to play, shining bright and early with a high near 26. Our west-southwest wind will be breezing through at a friendly 6 to 10 mph, occasionally showing off at 20 mphโjust enough to keep things interesting! ๐ฌ๏ธ
So, whether you're planning a stroll along the Heritage Trail, grabbing a hearty breakfast at The Uptown Cafe, or cozied up at home with a warm cup of cocoa from Goods for Cooks, it looks like today's weather is giving us that perfect mix of winter wonder and Bloomington charm. Stay warm, stay safe, and enjoy every little moment, my Bloomington pals! โ๐งฃ๐ก
Last updated: January 17, 2026 5:01 am
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