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🌞 Today’s Weather
High: 79°F | Low: 60°F
Well, as I glance outside this morning, it looks like we're in for a picture-perfect day here in Bloomington. 😊 The sun's already got its hat on, and I reckon you won’t need much more than a light jacket if you're out and about. With the high creeping up to a comfy 79 degrees, it’s one of those days that just calls for a stroll down Kirkwood Avenue—maybe grab a coffee and watch the world go by. ☕
If you're heading over to the Eskenazi Museum of Art, today’s a great day for it. Those big I.M. Pei windows will let the sunshine spill in beautifully. And, if you’ve got time, a wander along the Jordan River on campus is always a treat. Just listen to the water babbling away while the leaves rustle gently above.
As we move into the afternoon, there’s a slight breeze picking up from the northwest. Nothing too gusty—just enough to tousle your hair a bit or add a gentle sway to the trees. It's perfect weather for a visit to the Indiana Geological Survey if you’re feeling curious about our local limestone. 🗺️
This evening’s looking just as pleasant, with lows around 60. It’s the kind of night that begs you to sit out on the porch and maybe catch up on a good book or chat with a neighbor.
And tomorrow? We’re looking at even more sunshine, with temperatures nudging a little higher, up to 82. It’s shaping up to be another fine day to explore or simply kick back and enjoy the scenery. So, whether you’re heading through the usual 3rd Street traffic or planning a leisurely afternoon, it’s all smiles from the weather front today. 😊
Last updated: June 19, 2026 5:07 am
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📰 Bloomington News
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 judges, sheriff decline jail-site working group role, first meeting canceled
- Hotel timeline narrows window for Seminary Pointe land swap in downtown Bloomington
- June 18, 2026: North Dunn court fight, Kirkwood veto clock, jail site, Showers West, tap-to-pay bus fares, trash rates
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- North Dunn subdivision fight: Judge weighs stay of Bloomington BZA variances

- Photos: Storm damages homes, blocks roads in northern Monroe County; state forest closed
- Significant tornado damages northern Monroe County, closes I-69
- Bloomington mayor weighs Kirkwood closure ordinance after council approval
- Cicada Cinema plans permanent Bloomington theater, launches $50,000 fundraising campaign
- IU Bloomington College dean says he was asked to step away from role; Interim dean named
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