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- Downtown Bloomington watch-party rush: Lines wrap blocks as IU plays for football national title
- Jan. 19, 2026: Deadly house fire, Iran protest, jail impasse, last-minute UDO proposal
- Civic Solver: Jan. 19, 2026
- 6th Street & College Avenue
- ’No internet, no witness!‘ Bloomington rally condemns Iran’s lethal crackdown, communications blackout
- Suspect in Monroe County house fire with 4 victims guarded by sheriff’s deputies at Indianapolis hospital
- Sunday Funnies: Hawk v. Fish
- Gallery: Indiana Football National Champions
- Indiana looks to complete their fairytale season with a National Title
- Two dead, three injured in East Anderson Road house fire; investigation ongoing
- Hoosiers Practice in Miami Ahead of CFP National Championship Game
- Gallery: Indiana Hoosiers Football during Media Day before CFP Championship in Miami
- 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
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🌞 BloomingtonOnline Weather Report
High: 16°F | Low: 7°F
Oh, hey there, Bloomington! Just peeking out the window and taking a quick look at the weather app to give you the scoop on our day ahead. 🌤️☕
Looks like we're in for a sunny day, with that good ol' Midwest chill in the air. Highs reaching around 16, but with the wind chill, it might feel more like -1. So, you might want to layer up and grab that extra scarf before heading out to enjoy our lovely town. 🌬️❄️
As we head into the evening, expect mostly clear skies with temperatures dipping down to around 7, feeling just as chilly at -1. It's one of those nights where you might want to cozy up with a warm cup of tea or hot chocolate from Rainbow Bakery. 🌈☕
Now, looking ahead to tomorrow, the sun will still be shining bright with highs near 28. But don't let that fool you, with wind chill values possibly dropping as low as -2. So, you might want to grab your favorite hat and gloves before heading out to explore places like the Monroe County History Center. 🏛️📜
Remember, no matter the weather, Bloomington always has its charm. So, stay warm, stay safe, and enjoy the day ahead, my friends! 🌞🧣#BloomingtonWeather #LocalCharm
Last updated: January 19, 2026 4:30 pm
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