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🌞 Today’s Weather
High: 80°F | Low: 60°F
Oh hey there, Bloomington pals! Looks like we've got a cozy day ahead in our little corner of the world. 🏡☕️
So, the sky is showing off its sunny side today, with a high near 80. You might wanna grab those shades and soak up some vitamin D while you can! 🕶️☀️ And hey, with a gentle east wind around 6 mph, it's like nature's giving us a little breeze to keep things just right.
Tonight, we're looking at partly cloudy skies, with a low around 60. Sounds like perfect stargazing weather to me! 🌌✨ And the wind? Just a light east northeast whisper to lull us into a peaceful slumber.
As we roll into tomorrow, expect more of that lovely sunshine, with a high near 79. Ah, the sweet spot of early autumn in Bloomington! 🍂🌞 And with an east northeast wind of 5 to 9 mph, it's like a gentle nudge to get outside and enjoy this beautiful day.
So, my friends, whether you're grabbing a bite at FARMbloomington, exploring the Bloomington Bubble, or maybe even daring a trek to Stepp Cemetery (if you're feeling spooky), it looks like the weather's on our side today. Stay cozy, stay curious, and I'll catch you next time with more neighborly weather updates! 👋🌦️
Last updated: May 29, 2026 11:35 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.

- Washington Street & Kirkwood Avenue (Buskirk-Chumley)
- Bloomington-based Secretly Group to release special edition albums as part of June 5 recycled vinyl campaign
- Bloomington police seek suspect after gunfire at rooftop party on North Walnut, no injuries
- May 28, 2026: Jail vote, jail court filing, Lake Monroe high water
- ACLU makes swift move to dismiss Monroe County jail lawsuit, would open door to fresh action on current conditions

- Bloomington police seek public’s help identifying man accused of firing handgun at rooftop party
- Phoebe Bridgers pop-up show sends fans scrambling for wristbands in Bloomington
- Bloomington man arrested after I-65 pursuit, crashes, state police say
- City of Bloomington opens applications for green home improvement rebates
- Monroe County officials say North Park is ‘only viable option’ for new jail site ahead of Tuesday council vote
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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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