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.

- Feb. 5 meeting to review Dora โsouth optionโ convention center hotel; mayorโs news release leaves CIB head โbaffledโ
- Bloomington MLK celebration highlights Coretta Scottโs activism and unfinished work
- Watching IU win the national football championship: View from inside Nickโs English Hut
- 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

- 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: 33ยฐF | Low: 8ยฐF
Looks like Mother Nature is giving us a little bit of everything today, isn't she? ๐ฆ๏ธ From what I'm seeing out my window and on the trusty weather app, we're starting off with mostly sunny skies and a high near 33. Not too shabby for a winter day in Bloomington, right?
But hold onto your hats (or your favorite Dagwood's Deli sub), because things are going to cool down later on. As we head into the evening, we're looking at partly cloudy skies and a low around 8. Brr! ๐งฃ And if you're an early bird, brace yourself for a temperature around 9 by 8 am tomorrow morning. Talk about a chilly wake-up call!
Now, here's the kicker: with that north northwest wind in play, it's going to feel even colder out there. Wind chill values as low as -4? Yikes! Looks like we might need to bundle up extra tight if we're venturing out to browse the racks at Cherry Canary Vintage Clothing or grabbing groceries at the 4th Street International Market.
So, my Bloomington pals, remember to layer up, grab that hot cup of coffee from Book Corner, and stay cozy today. And hey, despite the chill in the air, let's make it a day full of warmth and kindness. Stay safe out there, and I'll catch up with you tomorrow for another weather chat. ๐ฌ๏ธโ๐งค
Last updated: January 22, 2026 5:01 am
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