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We’re more than just a college town. Bloomington is where limestone meets live music, where co-ops thrive alongside corner cafes. Whether you’re walking the B-Line Trail, catching a matinee at the Buskirk-Chumley, or grabbing tamales at the Farmers’ Market — this town has a rhythm of its own.
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🌞 Today’s Weather
High: 70°F | Low: 45°F
So, as we sip on our morning coffee and glance out the window, it looks like Mother Nature's got a bit of a mixed bag for us today. You’ll want to keep your umbrella handy if you’re planning a stroll down to FARMbloomington for lunch. With scattered showers and maybe a rumble of thunder rolling through, it might be one of those days where the weather keeps us on our toes 😊.
The thermometer's hanging around a comfortable 70 degrees, but you’ll feel a bit of a breeze from the northwest—just enough to rustle the leaves up at Cedar Bluffs Nature Preserve. If you're heading out, maybe to navigate the infamous 3rd Street traffic (isn't that always a treat? 🚦😩), keep in mind that the wind might pick up a bit, so hold onto your hats!
As the evening settles in, the clouds will start to drift away, revealing a clearer sky. Perfect for a little evening walk by the Jordan River, listening to the gentle trickle of the stream. The temperature's going to dip down to around 45, so a light jacket might be in order, especially if you're planning to sneak a good-luck kiss at Rose Well House 🌜💋.
Tomorrow's shaping up to be a beauty with mostly sunny skies and a high near 68. It sounds like a porch-sitting kind of day, with just a gentle breeze from the northeast. Not too shabby for an early fall day in Bloomington, right? Enjoy it!
Last updated: April 10, 2026 4:35 pm
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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.

- Ridership slide fuels Bloomington Transit strategy shift: bigger buses, route rethink
- Monroe County sheriff sues Indiana attorney general over new immigration detainer law
- 4th Street & College Avenue (WFHB)
- Ahead of April 15 deadline, Monroe County BOC gives authority to president to extend jail accord, if ACLU agrees
- April 9, 2026: Election sign kerfuffle, host hotel, bus operations center, police standoff

- Monroe County sheriff sues over new Indiana law requiring compliance with ICE detainers
- Bloomington Police Summaries: Domestic violence, sexual assault arrest among cases from April 5-8
- FBI joins search for missing Owen County teen last seen March 31
- Waxahatchee, Kathleen Edwards to play Granfalloon concert at Switchyard Park
- AAUP criticizes IU, Trump administration after Chinese scholar’s sentencing
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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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