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Police: Driver fled after Bloomington crash left man critical

The Herald-Times is not naming the suspect because it does not plan to follow the case through the courts. A 34-year-old Bloomington man has been arrested on suspicion that he hit a pedestrian with his SUV in southern Bloomington , causing life-threatening injuries before driving away without offering aid or calling 911. The suspect has been charged with a Level 4 felony count of leaving the scene of an accident resulting in catastrophic injury. According to court documents, the driver headed east on East Winslow Road at about 8:40 p.m. on Nov. 2, drove through the intersection at South Henderson Street and struck a pedestrian who was in or close to a crosswalk. According to the documents, firefighters who were stopped at a red light witnessed the collision and said the vehicle continued eastbound without stopping. Police said they found no skid marks, no tire marks, and that firefighters said they saw no brake lights. The victim suffered life-threatening injuries including exposed bone and what court documents described as “deformities” and a “filleted left tibia.” A police officer also said that he saw large blood stains in the road and recovered from the scene the victim’s pants. Firefighters provided medical

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Bloomington Housing Authority buys five apartment complexes, plans $10 million in repairs

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — November 9, 2026. The Bloomington Housing Authority bought five apartment complexes with about 924 units from Hometown Property Group on Nov. 5 and plans to spend about $10 million on repairs, beginning with work inside apartments this winter. The purchase includes Summit Pointe, Basswood, Woodland Springs,...

Bloomington, IN · 13h

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Martinsville Police Department searching for missing 39-year-old

MARTINSVILLE, Ind. — Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a 39-year-old missing man. According to the Martinsville Police Department, family members reported that Joshua G. Herndon was missing on Friday, although he has not been seen or spoken to since mid August. It is reportedly unusual behavior for Herndon and his family is […]

Martinsville, IN · 2d

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Monroe County property transfers through Nov. 4, 2026

The B Square reports property transfers in Monroe County. Generally these reports will be published every Sunday. This report includes new property transfers in Monroe County that haven’t previously been reported by The B Square, with dates ranging from Oct. 16 to Nov. 4, 2026. The data in this report comes from Beacon, the county’s online geographic information system for property and parcel data.

Monroe County, IN · 1d

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ISP CONDUCTS INFANT DEATH INVESTIGATION

Indiana State Police Bloomington District Detectives initiated a death investigation late Friday afternoon of an infant who had been found unresponsive in a bathtub. The infant was transported to IU Health Bedford, where she succumbed to her injuries. Detectives and a Bloomington District Crime Scene Investigator responded to the residence in Mitchell and to the hospital to conduct their investigation. A Jasper District Detective also assisted with witness interviews.

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Editor’s Notebook: A musical welcome to Bloomington, in the key of 20 mph

Bloomington has budgeted $125,000 for public art at the Miller-Showers Park gateway. In case the decision makers need another two cents: Don’t put the art next to the road. Put it right in the pavement. If a piece of visual art is spectacular, in all the ways public art...

Bloomington, IN · 22h

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For Nearly A Century, This Old-School Indiana Burger Joint Has Served Double Cheeseburgers From A Menu That’s Barely Changed

Some burger joints chase trends every few years. This one has hardly budged since the Great Depression. The beef gets ground fresh every day, then smashed thin on a hot flat top. Onions sizzle right into the patty. Could anything smell better on a cold Indiana afternoon? The building is...

Bloomington, IN · 22h

Indiana Hoosiers On SI

Instant Observations From Indiana Basketball’s Tight Win Over Syracuse

Jaeden Mustaf had his best game as a Hoosier, and Indiana’s starting backcourt delivered when it needed to against Syracuse.

Bloomington, IN · 8h

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SYCAMORE LAND TRUST REOPENS POWELL PRESERVE IN MONROE COUNTY FOR PUBLIC HIKING AFTER STREAMBANK RESTORATION, TRAILHEAD ENHANCEMENT, AND TRAIL EXPANSION

After more than five years of closure, Sycamore Land Trust has reopened Powell Preserve in northern Monroe County for public hiking following an extensive streambank restoration project, improvements to the preserve’s trailhead, and the expansion of its hiking trail in partnership with the Hoosier Hikers Council. The 68-acre nature...

Monroe County, IN · 1d

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Monroe County jail notebook: Population holds steady above 200, stays under ACLU threshold

Monroe County’s jail population stood at 204 on Saturday (Nov. 7), which is down 1 from a week ago. It marks the 32nd day in a row when the count of prisoners has been below the ACLU’s version of the jail’s functional capacity, which is 229. Unlike...

Monroe County, IN · 2d

High School On SI

Indiana High School Football Top 25 State Rankings (Nov. 9, 2026)

Brownsburg and Warren Central remain unbeaten, Carroll delivers a dominant shutout, and Cathedral eliminates defending champion New Palestine as Indiana's postseason field narrows.

Bloomington, IN · 20h

The Herald-Times

New alcohol permits offer cheaper option in Bloomington

Downtown Bloomington businesses can apply for new three-way alcohol permits that cost $25,000 and allow restaurants to serve beer, wine and liquor. Applications are open through Nov. 30, according to a community announcement. The new permits are intended to give locally owned restaurants a less expensive option than traditional alcohol permits, which have reached $250,000 under Indiana's quota system, according to the announcement. Businesses can apply at bton.in/civic . Ordinance 2026-18, approved by the Bloomington City Council, made additional permits available through two eligible state programs: the Downtown Redevelopment District and Courthouse Square Historic District. Unlike traditional permits, the new district permits cannot be sold or transferred. A permit must be returned to the state when it is no longer being used. The $25,000 fee is set by the state. How Bloomington's alcohol permit process will work The application period runs from Nov. 6 through Nov. 30. City staff will first review applications for eligibility before a committee reviews them. Staff will then make recommendations to the Common Council, which will review applications and recommend permits to the Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission. Applicants who receive a Common Council recommendation must complete a second application process directly with the state

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Female Indiana Football Fans “Want One Thing” & They Absolutely Lose It When They Get It [VIDEO]

A baby monkey just became the ultimate college gameday wingman. The post Female Indiana Football Fans “Want One Thing” & They Absolutely Lose It When They Get It [VIDEO] originally published on Total Pro Sports .

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Dave Matthews Band Brings Out Emmylou Harris, Stephen Wilson Jr. & More In Nashville

Dave Matthews Band went two shows into its fall tour without repeating a song. Friday’s stop at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena brought four guests into the mix, including Emmylou Harris for the first full-band performance of Bob Dylan’s “Oh, Sister” in more than 11 years. Stephen...

Nashville, IN · 19h

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Bloomington Council Narrowly OKs $6.87M Bond for Fire Truck, Street Fixes

The $6.87 million bond Bloomington’s city council approved Wednesday combines a replacement aerial platform fire truck with transportation and street-safety work. The 5–2 vote also exposed a broader divide over the city’s borrowing: how to pay for capital projects while ensuring that approved funds are spent as promised.

Bloomington, IN · 2d

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What Ohio State's loss to Oregon means for Indiana football's Big Ten title game chances

The Indiana football team didn't play Saturday but that doesn't mean the Hoosiers didn't win. Oregon went into the Columbus and beat Ohio State 41-28 − the Buckeyes second loss. That means if the season ended today, IU would be back in the Big Ten championship game at Lucas Oil Stadium on Dec. 5. Win out vs Southern Cal, at Washington and vs. Purdue , and the Hoosiers clinch a berth in the Big Ten title game. UCLA remains at the top of the standings after a 34-20 win over Minnesota on Saturday improved the Bruins ' record to 6-0, one game ahead of the Hoosiers at 5-1. Indiana would win a one-loss tiebreaker if UCLA loses to Michigan or USC, the tiebreaker would go to SportSource Rating Score, according to mred , if UCLA's only loss is to Illinois. Breakdown: How Indiana football can make Big Ten championship game Oregon (4-2), Ohio State (4-2), USC (4-2), Illinois (4-2), Iowa (4-2) and Wisconsin (4-2) all have two losses. If Indiana loses another game, it will not be in good shape on the tiebreakers but the chances to return to Indianapolis increased significantly Saturday. Want more Hoosiers coverage? Sign up for

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Bloomington events Nov. 12-18 include SIX, comedy and jazz

Looking for something to do around Bloomington? The week of Nov. 12-18 brings plenty of reasons to get out, whether you’re in the mood for a Broadway musical, live music, comedy or a smaller community event. SIX takes over Indiana University Auditorium, while downtown Bloomington offers performances and activities ranging from stand-up comedy to jazz and hands-on fun. Here’s a look at things to do in Bloomington from Nov. 12-18. Storytelling at the Museum Book lovers and storytellers can make crafts, explore ancient writing and storytelling, and enjoy an after-hours look at museum galleries from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, at the IU Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, 416 N. Indiana Ave. The event is free and open to all. For complete event information, visit events.iu.edu/iumaa/event/storytelling-at-the-museum-2026 . Go Beyond Go Beyond is a benefit dinner supporting blind Navy veteran Lonnie Bedwell’s planned North Pole expedition and the documentary "Beyond Vision," with cocktails, dinner, a filmmaker panel, silent auction and preview scenes from the film. The event begins at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, at The Woolery Mill, 2250 W. Sunstone Drive, and tickets are required. For tickets or complete event information, visit commongroundfilms.org/gobeyond . SIX The six wives

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Bloomington restaurants, bakeries, shops offer Thanksgiving fare

It's not yet mid-November, but Thanksgiving is fast approaching. For restaurants, bakeries, grocers and catering businesses that means it’s time to prepare items and meals for their customers. Here’s a listing of many of the options available in the Bloomington area for people looking for a special addition to their Thanksgiving meal or a whole meal. Brick House Bakery and Piccoli Dolci Brick House Bakery and Piccoli Dolci have a special collaboration for Thanksgiving this year. Combining the Brick House expertise on breads and yeasted doughs with Piccoli Dolci's experience with Italian and European foods has resulted in three dishes available for the holidays. A savory option is the French onion panade, with hand-crafted bread layered with caramelized onions and Gruyere-Emmental cheese melded with veggie stock. Focaccia rustica is a savory pie of focaccia dough filled with ricotta and spinach, Recla Speck and Italian crescenza cheese. A vegetarian option will be available. Stella is a star-shaped vanilla brioche layered with an orange-cardamon filling and finished with pearl sugar. Orders must be received by Nov. 21 at www.piccolidolci.net , info@piccolidolci.net, www.brick-house-bakery.com or brickhouse.1865@gmail.com. Orders can be picked up 2-6 p.m. Nov. 25 at 223 Pete Ellis Drive, Suite 27. Samples will