Fresh from the front page โ local headlines, neighborhood voices, and timely stories from across Monroe County. Whether itโs city hall or the farmerโs market, this is where Bloomington stays in the loop.

- 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

- Downtown Bloomington crowds celebrate IU title; police report small fires, minor damage, one arrest
- 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
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๐ BloomingtonOnline Weather Report
High: 27ยฐF | Low: 22ยฐF
Well, good morning, my fellow Bloomington buds! I spy with my little eye a mix of sunshine and clouds dancing in the sky today. ๐ค๏ธ Looks like Mother Nature is keeping us on our toes with a delightful high near 27 degrees. So layer up, but don't forget your sunglasses for those sunny moments!
Now, as we stroll into the afternoon, a friendly south southwest wind will join the party, blowing at about 8 mph. ๐ And hey, keep an eye out for those isolated snow showers before 1 pmโwinter's last hurrah, perhaps? โ๏ธ
As evening tiptoes closer, the clouds will gather 'round, giving us that cozy, partly cloudy blanket with a low around 22. The south wind might pick up a bit, playfully gusting up to 22 mph. Hang onto your hats, friends! ๐ฌ๏ธ
And what about tomorrow, you ask? Well, it's looking like a mostly cloudy day with a high near 41, thanks to our trusty west southwest wind at around 14 mph. Gusts might show off a bit, reaching up to 28 mph, so hold onto your hats and maybe baton down the hatches! ๐ฌ๏ธ
There's a slight chance of precipitation at 20%, so keep a watchful eye on the sky. But fear not, my Bloomington buddies, your trusty weather pal is here to keep you updated on all the atmospheric shenanigans. So grab your umbrella just in case and maybe plan for a cozy evening indoors or a brisk walk at the lovely Amy Weingartner Branigin Peninsula Preserve. ๐ณ๐ฆ
Remember, folks, the weather is just nature's way of keeping us on our toes and reminding us to appreciate every sunny moment and every snowflake that falls. Stay cozy, stay warm, and stay Bloomington-strong! ๐ณโ๏ธ๐
Last updated: January 20, 2026 4:30 pm
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