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Joint drug investigation leads to arrest of Bloomington woman
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (WISH) — A joint drug investigation involving the Indiana State Police and the Bloomington Police Department resulted in the arrest of a Bloomington woman on Friday afternoon. On Friday, investigators with the Indiana State Police and Bloomington Police Department initiated a drug investigation following a traffic stop,...
Breaking down the top impact transfers Indiana basketball will face in 2024-25
BLOOMINGTON — Indiana basketball’s haul in the transfer portal currently ranks second in the country, according to 247 Sports. Coach Mike Woodson has remade the roster after falling short of the NCAA tournament last season, but the portal was as busy as ever with teams from across the Big Ten being just as active.
Tough road ahead: Here's what to watch at Bloomington area IHSAA softball sectionals
SCHEDULE — Monday: Bloomington South (12-7) vs. Greenwood (13-11), 6 p.m.; Martinsville (8-18) vs. Mooresville (21-7), 8 p.m. Tuesday: Center Grove (21-6) vs. South/Greenwood winner, 6 p.m.; Bloomington North (5-19) vs. Martinsville/Mooresville winner, 8 p.m. Thursday: Championship, 6 p.m. OUTLOOK — Any title hopes North or South have will...
IU psychologist speaks on nurturing differences in friendships
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A recent study explored how certain personality traits can impact how people perceive their friendships. In the report based in Germany, an online survey of 200 pairs of friends whose friendships lasted an average of 10 years was conducted. Results showed that people who rated themselves as more extroverted, agreeable, and emotionally stable were more likely to say they felt satisfied with their friendships.
'Not one f****** letter from IU.' Brad Miller wanted to be a Hoosier. Glad he was a Boiler.
Brad Miller played at Purdue from 1994-98, helping the Boilermakers post a 7-2 record over Indiana during his tenure. He had dreams of attending IU, he said on the "All The Smoke" podcast with Stephen Jackson and Matt Barnes. Just one thing prevented him wearing cream and crimson. "They didn't...
10-week Ind. 45 road closure coming to Monroe County. What you need to know.
Ind. 45 southwest of Bloomington will be closed for about 10 weeks starting May 22 as construction crews repair a bridge. The project will take place just east of Darrell Drive on a bridge over Indian Creek, about 3.5 miles southwest of the state road’s intersection with Interstate 69 in Bloomington.
The Irish Lion’s owner retires and closes its doors, will reopen as a take-out only
The Irish Lion, a locally owned restaurant in Bloomington, located on 212 W Kirkwood Ave., will be closing its doors Friday due to the owner retiring. “Rest assured, pub favorites will still be available after two weeks and throughout the summer as Irish Lion transitions to a delivery-only beginning on or before May 22,” the family who owns the restaurant posted on Facebook May 7.
It's no coincidence Caitlin Clark's best game comes with Kelsey Mitchell back in lineup
BROOKLYN — On the first possession of Indiana's matinee against New York, Caitlin Clark had the ball in her hand beyond the arc, looking to pass. Kelsey Mitchell, in her first game in the starting lineup this season, ran up to the other side of the arc, wide open. Clark lobbed it to her, and the catch-and-shoot motion was automatic. Three points.
Despite Collin Priest’s contributions, Michigan offense not enough in series loss against Indiana
Once in each game, the Michigan dugout celebrated with glee as Collin Priest made his home run jog around the bases. But while the freshman designated hitter had little trouble finding his stride, the rest of his teammates can’t say the same. The Wolverines (30-26 overall, 14-10 Big Ten)...
Top Indiana Boys Sectional Performances of 2024
The 2024 track and field season in Indiana saw some exceptional performances between Showcase meets in April as well as Conference and County Championships later in the year. As sectionals approached this week for the boys many had high hopes to nab a top three automatic qualifying position or hope for one of the call backs.
10 of the Top 12 Largest High School Basketball Arenas are in Indiana
Indiana natives are known as Hoosiers. Why? Nobody knows, but it's no secret that the Hoosiers know how to ball. Aside from their incredible records from both top-tier colleges, down to the lowly Indiana State programs, Indiana is known for their basketball programs. High School is no different, and it...
Commissioners heatedly reject $30K for Bloomington Economic Development Corporation
The Monroe County Board of Commissioners has rejected a $30,000 request to support the Bloomington Economic Development Corporation’s efforts. The commissioners denied a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the BEDC Wednesday by a two-to-one vote. Commissioners Penny Githens and Lee Jones voted against it, and Julie Thomas voted for it.
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