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🌞 Today’s Weather
High: 91°F | Low: 75°F
Looks like Mother Nature has quite the playlist lined up for us today, Bloomington pals! 🌦️ We've got a bit of a mixed bag on the weather front, so grab your rain boots and your sunglasses before you head out the door.
Now, let's break it down—morning coffee might taste even better with the pitter-patter of raindrops on your window. 🌧️ We've got some isolated showers and thunderstorms dancing on the horizon until around 11 am. So, if you're planning a stroll around the charming streets near Little Tibet or a visit to the Olive Leaf, maybe hold off on the picnic plans until the early afternoon.
By midday, the clouds are set to part, and the sun will shine through, warming us up to a high near 91. It's like the universe is giving us a cozy blanket in the morning and then swapping it for a sunhat in the afternoon! 🌞 And oh, don't forget to hydrate if you're out and about exploring Karst Farm Park or savoring the flavors at La Bonita Restaurant and Market.
As we tiptoe into the evening, keep an eye out for those scattered showers and thunderstorms making a comeback. Maybe a good excuse for a movie night in, or if you're feeling brave, a spooky tale by the campfire about the Stepp Cemetery Ghost Story. Just make sure to grab an umbrella if you're out and about after dark. 🌙
So, dear neighbors, it's a day of weather waltzing through our lovely town. Stay safe, stay dry, and enjoy the rhythm of the day, no matter what the sky decides to do! 🌳☔️🌮
Last updated: June 11, 2026 5:00 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.

- June 11, 2026: Kirkwood vote, Hittle exit, North Dunn stormwater, gunfire arrests, street camping policy
- Bloomington council votes 5–4 to codify permanent seasonal Kirkwood closure
- Bloomington planning director Hittle leaving for Charlotte job
- Bloomington transportation commission backs car-free Kirkwood ordinance, despite staff findings
- Bloomington plan commission wants answers on stormwater before subdivision vote

- Sounds From the Black Hole to present experimental music show at Walkover Record Shop
- Person found dead outside downtown Bloomington business
- Driver arrested after early-morning police pursuit through Bloomington
- Bloomington man arrested after accidentally firing handgun, striking neighbor, police say
- Two drivers arrested on OWI charges after colliding in Bloomington, police say
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A curated roundup from trusted local voices:
- 🟥 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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