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- Indiana University claims first college football national championship: View from inside Assembly Hall
- Photos and video from Kirkwood Avenue: Post-game national championship celebration
- 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
- โNo internet, no witness!โ Bloomington rally condemns Iranโs lethal crackdown, communications blackout

- 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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๐ BloomingtonOnline Weather Report
High: 25ยฐF | Low: 21ยฐF
Ah, good morning, Bloomington! ๐ Looks like we've got a day full of surprises ahead of us, so grab your coat and your sunglasses because we're in for a weather rollercoaster ride!
As I peek out the window, it seems like we're starting off with mostly sunny skies, painting a cheerful backdrop for our day here in our lovely town. The thermometer is aiming for a high near 25, but don't let that chilly number fool youโthere's a cozy little southwest wind of 7 to 9 mph keeping things interesting.
Now, as the day rolls along, we might see a sprinkle of snow before 1 pm, so keep an eye out for those whimsical flakes dancing in the air. But fear not, it's just a 30 percent chance, so don't go building any snowmen just yet! By the time lunch rolls around, it might be a good idea to have that trusty umbrella nearby, just in case.
Come evening, the temperature will dip down to near 21, but don't fret, my friends, because it's going to bounce back up to around 27 as the night unfolds. The south wind will be our trusty companion, blowing at 7 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Sounds like a night for a cozy blanket and a warm drink from The Runcible Spoon, don't you think?
And looking ahead to tomorrow, we're in for a mostly cloudy day, but with a high near 40, we might just catch a glimpse of spring peeking through the clouds. The south southwest wind will pick up a bit, dancing around at 11 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. So hold onto your hats, folks!
So there you have it, Bloomingtonโanother day of weather adventures in our little corner of the world. Whether you're strolling through Bloomingfoods, admiring the art at Gather, or indulging in a delicious meal at Siam House, make sure to soak up the day, whatever the weather brings. Stay warm, stay safe, and keep an eye out for those snowflakes! ๐จ๏ธโจ
Last updated: January 20, 2026 11:30 am
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