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🌞 Today’s Weather
High: 82°F | Low: 61°F
Oh, hey there, Bloomington pals! Just peeking out the window and checking the trusty weather app to give you the scoop on our day. Looks like we're in for a sunny delight today, with a high near 82—perfect weather for a stroll by the Sample Gates or a leisurely lunch at The Owlery. 🌞
The breeze will be coming from the west-northwest at a gentle 5 to 8 mph, so you might feel a little cool kiss on your cheeks if you step outside. As we head into the evening, expect clear skies and a cozy low around 61, with the northwest wind deciding to take a little break and becoming calm. It's like nature's lulling us into a peaceful slumber, right?
Tomorrow's looking just as lovely, with more sunshine in store and a high near 85. The wind will start off calm but will shift to a friendly south breeze of 5 to 7 mph in the morning. Maybe it's a sign that it's time to grab a slice of Pizza X and have a picnic at Bryan Park or the Vintage Phoenix Comic Books parking lot. 🍕🦸♂️
So, grab your shades, a light layer just in case, and get ready to soak in some vitamin D, Bloomington! It's a day to savor, whether you're out and about or just chilling on your porch with a cool drink in hand. Enjoy every moment of this beautiful weather, my friends! 🕶️🌳 #BtownWeather #SunnyDaysAhead
Last updated: June 12, 2026 11:30 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.

- City, county officials launch working group to recommend new jail site inside of a month
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- Seminary Pointe demolition clock starts as downtown Bloomington land-swap hopes continue
- 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

- Facebook users report widespread outage as feeds go blank
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- Sounds From the Black Hole to present experimental music show at Walkover Record Shop
- Person found dead outside downtown Bloomington business
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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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