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As the government shutdown hit 38 days on Friday, longest in the country’s history, some of its immediate effects are job furloughs and a lapse in funding for SNAP benefits.
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Hoosiers feel hunger pains with government shutdown, lapse in SNAP
As the government shutdown hit 38 days on Friday, longest in the country’s history, some of its immediate effects are job furloughs and a lapse in funding for SNAP benefits.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-07/hoosiers-feel-hunger-pains-with-government-shutdown-lapse-in-snap
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A lecturer in the Indiana University School of Social Work has been removed from teaching one of her classes — “Diversity, Human Rights, and Social Justice” — while the university investigates a complaint by a student against material she presented.
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IU lecturer removed from class during intellectual diversity investigation
School of Social Work lecturer Jessica Adams said a student submitted the complaint to the office of U.S. Senator Jim Banks over a graphic she used in her class. Adams said Banks’ office then contacte...
https://www.ipm.org/2025-11-07/iu-lecturer-removed-from-class-during-intellectual-diversity-investigation
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Bloomington City Council voted down amending the urban agriculture ordinance this week after months of debate.
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Council votes down expanded urban agriculture ordinance
The resolution introduces commercial components of urban agriculture such as year-round retail sales, outdoor education, and on-site employees.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-07/council-votes-down-expanded-urban-agriculture-ordinance
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For almost seventeen years, Monroe County government has tried to build a new jail. Now, that project is on hold, and the county doesn't have a clear path forward.
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No solution is sight for county’s vexing 17-year jail saga
A cell at the Charlotte T. Zietlow Justice Center. Since 2008, Monroe County has been compelled by an agreement with the ACLU to provide better conditions for prisoners. But its plans for a new jail a...
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-07/no-solution-is-sight-for-countys-vexing-17-year-jail-saga
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Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department is hosting two deer management hunts at Griffy Lake on Nov. 15-16 and Nov. 22-23. The preserve will be closed to the public those two weekends.
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Griffy Lake deer management hunt planned for coming weekends
Griffy Lake will be closed for deer management hunts on Nov. 15-16 and Nov. 22-23.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-07/griffy-lake-deer-management-hunt-planned-for-coming-weekends
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Bobcat trapping season lasts until Jan. 31 or until a quota of 250 is met. Licensed trappers are limited to one bobcat per person.
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Bobcat trapping season starts Saturday, open in 40 Indiana counties
The season lasts until Jan. 31 or until a quota of 250 is met. Licensed trappers will be limited to one bobcat per person.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-07/bobcat-trapping-season-starts-saturday-open-in-40-indiana-counties
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Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita is suing Indianapolis Public Schools, alleging the district's policies on immigration enforcement break state law.
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Rokita sues school district for blocking ICE from schools
Rokita said the goal of the lawsuit is to compel the district to comply with Indiana’s 2011 anti-sanctuary law, which forbids local governments from limiting cooperation with federal immigration offic...
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-07/rokita-sues-school-district-for-blocking-ice-from-schools
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A new map outlining Bloomington's proposed stadium district wasn't enough to convince city council to move ahead with the initiative.
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New map not enough for proposed stadium district
The resolution was postponed from October to work on map boundaries after some residents in the area opposed the branding.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-06/new-map-not-enough-for-proposed-stadium-district
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Indiana University’s Dance Marathon, a 36-hour event that raise money for Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis, is this weekend at the IU Tennis Center.
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It's a marathon to prepare for IU Dance Marathon
IU Dance Marathon is right around the corner, and it's a long process to prepare for the 36-hour event.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-06/its-a-marathon-to-prepare-for-iu-dance-marathon
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Nearly 50 Indiana Department of Health staffers face being furloughed starting next week because of the ongoing federal government shutdown.
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Indiana health agency plans furloughs because of federal shutdown
Nearly 50 Indiana Department of Health staffers face being furloughed starting next week because of the ongoing federal government shutdown.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-06/indiana-health-agency-plans-furloughs-because-of-federal-shutdown
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A fire at the Fourwinds Lakeside Inn and Marina at Lake Monroe Wednesday morning destroyed three boats and damaged a fourth.
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Fire destroys three boats, damages one at Fourwinds docks
It was determined the fire was caused by a mechanical malfunction and no injuries were reported.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-06/fire-destroys-three-boats-damages-one-at-fourwinds-docks
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Nuclear energy leaders from across the country and world converged on West Lafayette Wednesday to reenergize an industry they hope will meet booming energy needs.
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AES small modular reactor announcement highlights nuclear summit at Purdue University
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-06/aes-small-modular-reactor-announcement-highlights-nuclear-summit-at-purdue-university
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The Federal Aviation Administration could reduce air traffic by 10 percent at the Indianapolis International Airport on Friday.
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Indy airport could see traffic reduced amid government shutdown
The Federal Aviation Administration could reduce air traffic by 10 percent at the Indianapolis International Airport on Friday.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-06/indy-airport-could-see-traffic-reduced-amid-government-shutdown
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Tomorrow on Noon Edition, we’ll discuss what the options are going forward for a new Monroe County jail after the North Park site was voted down. Join us on the air by calling 812-855-0811 or send questions for the show to
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What's next for new jail after county council votes down funding?
Officials have been working for years to build a new jail as part of a settlement with the American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana, which sued the county in 2009 alleging conditions at the current j...
https://www.ipm.org/show/noon-edition/2025-11-06/whats-next-for-new-jail-after-county-council-votes-down-funding
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Part 3 of "Red, White, and Righteous", a new podcast about Christian nationalism, is out now! Listen here to learn more about the history of Christian populism and white supremacy in Indiana. Also available on all podcast platforms.
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More than 100 groups say restoring and protecting the Ohio River Basin needs to be a national priority.
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New coalition aims to clean up, protect waterways in the Ohio River Basin
The watershed that flows into the Ohio River covers most of Indiana, more than a dozen other states and at least 40 tribal nations.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-05/new-coalition-aims-to-clean-up-protect-waterways-in-the-ohio-river-basin
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The State of Indiana expects to take about a week to calculate what Hoosier SNAP recipients will receive under contingency funds from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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State to take a week to calculate temp SNAP benefits
The State of Indiana expects to take about a week to calculate what Hoosier SNAP recipients will receive under contingency funds from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
https://www.ipm.org/2025-11-05/state-to-take-a-week-to-calculate-temp-snap-benefits
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Three cases of sexual assault were reported in the span of three days this week. All occurred at different locations on Indiana University’s campus.
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Three sexual assaults reported in 3 days at IU
Three cases of sexual assault were reported in the span of three days this week.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-05/sexual-assaults-reported-in-3-days-at-iu
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State data released Wednesday show 3.6% of third graders who took the 2025 IREAD did not pass and did not qualify for an exemption.
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3,000 Indiana students repeat third grade under new literacy law
About 3,000 Indiana third graders are repeating the grade this year under a new state law that requires students to pass the IREAD test or qualify for an exemption to advance.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-05/3-000-indiana-students-repeat-third-grade-under-new-literacy-law
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Charlotte Zietlow, the longtime Bloomington activist and community leader, has died at age 91.
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Charlotte Zietlow, longtime Bloomington progressive advocate, dies at 91
Zietlow moved to Bloomington with her husband in 1964 and spent the next six decades organizing for Democratic and community causes. At the time, Republicans controlled Bloomington politics. Zietlow w...
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-05/charlotte-zietlow-longtime-bloomington-progressive-advocate-dies-at-91
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The Indiana University Symphony Orchestra will bring the “Wizard of Oz” to life at the IU Auditorium Nov. 7-8.
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Jacobs School brings ‘Wizard of Oz’ to the big screen with live music
The Indiana University Symphony Orchestra will bring the “Wizard of Oz” to the big screen and perform the score live on November 7 and 8.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-05/jacobs-school-brings-wizard-of-oz-to-the-big-screen-2
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More than 93,000 Indiana birds have caught the highly pathogenic avian influenza, or bird flu, according to data from the US Department of Agriculture.
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Over 93,000 birds affected by bird flu in recent outbreak
As of November 3, over 93,000 birds in Indiana have been impacted by highly pathogenic avian influenza, or bird flu.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-05/over-93-000-birds-affected-by-bird-flu-in-recent-outbreak
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Teachers unions are concerned state changes to the Teacher Appreciation Grant program will disrupt collaboration and promote inequity in schools.
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Will fewer but more lucrative teacher awards promote excellence or sow division?
House Enrolled Act 1001, which passed this year, establishes new rules for who is eligible for the TAG program and how much money is awarded starting in the 2025-26 school year.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-05/will-fewer-but-more-lucrative-teacher-awards-promote-excellence-or-sow-division
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In this week’s installment of Ask The Mayor, Columbus Mayor Mary Ferdon addresses SNAP benefits, redistricting, the riverfront project and more at City Hall.
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Columbus mayor on SNAP benefits, redistricting, riverfront project
"Just hoping that the federal government can get their act together and figure this out quickly or a lot of people are going to be hurt." - Ferdon on government shutdown
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-05/columbus-mayor-on-snap-benefits-redistricting-riverfront-project
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Avon voters approved a lower-rate renewal for school funding Tuesday, ending a high-profile fight with Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith, who urged a "no" vote.
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Five school tax measures pass, one fails in Indiana special elections
Avon voters approved a lower-rate renewal for school funding Tuesday, ending a high-profile fight with Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith, who urged a "no" vote.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-05/five-school-tax-measures-pass-one-fails-in-indiana-special-elections
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Gov. Mike Braun was the keynote speaker at the Evansville Regional Economic Partnership on Tuesday, where he spoke about the importance of running the government like a business.
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Indiana Gov. Mike Braun: redistricting Indiana would mean ‘fair representation in DC’
Braun said Hoosiers will benefit from redistricting through “fair representation in DC,” and redistricting Indiana would just be part of leveling the playing field against Democrats who he said have g...
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-05/indiana-gov-mike-braun-redistricting-indiana-would-mean-fair-representation-in-dc
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Bloomington High School North and Edgewood High School marching bands will head to Lucas Oil Stadium Saturday for the Indiana State School Music Association state finals.
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Edgewood, BHS North marching bands headed to state finals
Forty Indiana high schools, including Edgewood and Bloomington North, will head to Lucas Oil Stadium for the Indiana State School Music Association state finals.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-04/edgewood-bhs-north-marching-bands-headed-to-state-finals
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While Indiana’s economic outlook looks stable, Monroe County and the 11-county southern Indiana Uplands region are facing a tougher future.
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Private businesses will bolster Bloomington after IU cuts, economic experts say
While Indiana’s economic outlook looks stable, Monroe County’s issues could continue in 2026.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-04/private-businesses-will-bolster-bloomington-after-iu-cuts-economic-experts-say
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Indiana residents will be able to receive help filing their 2026-27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid applications at the statewide College Goal Sunday event Nov. 9.
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College Goal Sunday offers free assistance for FAFSA applications
The event is from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. local time Nov. 9 at 34 locations throughout the state. One of the locations is at 408 N. Union St. in Bloomington.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-04/college-goal-sunday-offers-free-assistance-for-fafsa-applications
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Sigma Phi Epsilon is the third Greek life organization at Indiana University to face disciplinary actions in the last two weeks.
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IU fraternity placed on interim directives list for endangering others
Sigma Phi Epsilon is the third Greek life organization to face disciplinary actions in the last two weeks.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-04/iu-fraternity-placed-on-interim-directives-list-for-endangering-others
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House Speaker Pro Tem Mike Karickhoff won’t seek reelection next year, becoming the first high-ranking member of the Legislature to make such a decision ahead of the 2026 elections.
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Republican Rep. Karickhoff not seeking 2026 reelection
House Speaker Pro Tem Mike Karickhoff won’t seek reelection next year, becoming the first high-ranking member of the Legislature to make such a decision ahead of the 2026 elections.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-04/republican-rep-karickhoff-not-seeking-2026-reelection
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Research suggests that youth engaged in formal mentoring programs, especially those involved for a year or more, reported significantly fewer behavioral problems and fewer symptoms of depression and social anxiety when compared to non-mentored youths.
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Indiana Youth Institute launches new initiative to boost adult mentorship for Hoosier kids
The effort is backed by research showing that chldren with multiple supportive adults are more likely to lead successful lives.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-04/indiana-youth-institute-launches-new-initiative-to-boost-adult-mentorship-for-hoosier-kids
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The Indiana Public Retirement System is divesting from holdings in Hong Kong worth almost $170 million, more than two years after lawmakers banned investments in Chinese interests.
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Indiana pension system divesting from Hong Kong after ‘clarification’ on China divestment mandate
The Indiana Public Retirement Fund System celebrated finishing its China divestment last year — but wasn't including Hong Kong.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-04/indiana-pension-system-divesting-from-hong-kong-after-clarification-on-china-divestment-mandate
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Members of the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus and community advocates gathered Monday inside the Statehouse rotunda to oppose Republican efforts to redraw Indiana’s congressional maps before the next census.
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‘Democracy doesn’t get redrawn’: Indiana Black Legislative Caucus leads rally against new maps
Lawmakers and advocates called mid-decade redistricting a moral and civil rights issue.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-04/democracy-doesnt-get-redrawn-indiana-black-legislative-caucus-leads-rally-against-new-maps
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An executive order signed by Gov. Mike Braun this week puts in motion a statewide task force that aims to make Indiana a national leader in drone research, manufacturing and security technology.
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New Indiana task force aims to boost state’s role in U.S. drone development
An executive order signed by Gov. Mike Braun this week puts in motion a statewide task force that aims to make Indiana a national leader in drone research, manufacturing and security technology.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-03/new-indiana-task-force-aims-to-boost-states-role-in-u-s-drone-development
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The undefeated and second-ranked Hoosiers play at Penn State at noon Saturday.
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IU has injury questions going into game at reeling Penn State
The Nittany Lions fired their head coach earlier this season and lost their starting quarterback to an injury. They have lost five games in a row.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-03/iu-has-injury-questions-going-into-game-at-reeling-penn-state
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The City of Bloomington is sending $46,000 to Hoosier Hills Food Bank amid food assistance uncertainty during the federal government shutdown.
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City sending $46K to food bank amid food assistance uncertainty
The federal government Monday said it would pay only partial SNAP benefits this month after a ruling by a judge.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-03/city-sending-46k-to-food-bank-amid-food-assistance-uncertainty
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The state is moving forward with its plans to place electric vehicle chargers along Indiana's interstates.
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Indiana continues interstate EV charging program under new guidance from Trump administration
The state is moving forward with its plans to place electric vehicle chargers along Indiana's interstates. The Indiana Department of Transportation paused the federally-funded program in February whil...
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-03/indiana-continues-interstate-ev-charging-program-under-new-guidance-from-trump-administration
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A spokesperson for Senate President Pro Tempore Rodric Bray (R-Martinsville) said they expect the Senate to reconvene in the first two weeks of December and anticipate finishing the maps by Dec. 12.
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Indiana lawmakers will convene on redistricting in first two weeks of December
After months of pressure from the Trump administration and Gov. Mike Braun's call last week, Senate President Pro Tempore Rodric Bray (R-Martinsville) announced a tentative timeline to draw new maps.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-03/indiana-lawmakers-will-convene-on-redistricting-in-first-two-weeks-of-december
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Latest federal filings show more than $430K raised through Gov. Mike Braun's post-election fundraising committees.
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Braun’s post-election committees raise hundreds of thousands from Indiana business leaders
Latest federal filings show more than $430K raised through joint fundraising arm.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-03/brauns-post-election-committees-raise-hundreds-of-thousands-from-indiana-business-leaders
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Indiana lawmakers are hearing from their constituents ahead of a special legislative session on mid-decade redistricting.
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GOP lawmaker hears objections to redistricting plans
Indiana lawmakers are hearing from their constituents ahead of a special legislative session on mid-decade redistricting later this week. In Terre Haute, Republican state Sen. Greg Goode listened for ...
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-11-03/gop-lawmaker-hears-objections-to-redistricting-plans
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After years of noncompliance with rental code, Pendragon’s owner, Jeff Jones, agreed to sell his Bloomington properties in the next 3 years.
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Residents worry about future of housing and rental costs at Pendragon Properties
The city of Bloomington's settlement with a local landlord asks that it sell its properties within one to three years.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-10-31/residents-worry-about-future-of-housing-and-rental-costs-at-pendragon-properties
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InterOculus, a 40-foot tall, illuminated dome over the intersection of 4th and Washington streets in Columbus, will stay there thanks to a $50,000 grant.
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$50K grant for maintenance keeps art piece in downtown Columbus
A popular art piece will stay in downtown Columbus thanks to a $50,000 grant.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-10-31/50k-grant-for-maintenance-keeps-art-piece-in-downtown-columbus
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The city of Bloomington launched a study to look at safety and traffic flow issues along the northbound section of College Avenue and the southbound section of Walnut Street, from the State Road 45/46 bypass to Allen Street.
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City gathers input from public on safety, traffic flow changes to College-Walnut corridor
The first design would keep College Avenue and Walnut Street one-ways, while the second design would make them two-way streets.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-10-31/city-gathers-input-from-public-on-safety-traffic-flow-changes-to-college-walnut-corridor
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More than half a million Hoosiers rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. But those benefits are set to lapse on Nov. 1 due to the government shutdown.
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A rescue mission prepares for SNAP benefit pause amidst government shutdown
More than half a million Hoosiers rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. But those benefits are set to lapse on Nov. 1 due to the government shutdown.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-10-31/a-rescue-mission-prepares-for-snap-benefit-pause-amidst-government-shutdown
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IU's second-ranked football team has the current favorite to win the Heisman Trophy in quarterback Fernando Mendoza, but the Hoosiers also needed a dominant defense for its one-sided games this season.
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Maryland is next to test stingy IU defense
The undefeated Hoosiers rank highly in several national defensive statistics.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-10-31/maryland-is-next-to-test-stingy-iu-defense
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Brown County plan commissioner Randy Jones said the county hasn’t defined what qualifies as a temporary or extended stay for RVs and campers. But the county’s approach so far has been one or two weeks.
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Brown County Plan Commission struggles with complaints about people living in RVs and campers
RVs and campers are not recognized by local ordinance or in state law as structures “for dwelling” or that are “fit for habitation.”
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-10-31/brown-county-plan-commission-struggles-with-complaints-about-people-living-in-rvs-and-campers
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Community members from Morgan County gathered Thursday night for an educational listening session on redistricting as Indiana lawmakers prepare for a special session to draw new maps. It's the first of three hosted by ReCenter Indiana.
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Nonpartisan group launches redistricting education, listening sessions across Indiana
It’s still unclear when exactly lawmakers will return to the Statehouse to redraw congressional maps or how long the special session will last.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-10-31/nonpartisan-group-launches-redistricting-education-listening-sessions-across-indiana
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The Indiana Daily Student will be allowed to resume print editions this semester. IDS co-editors-in-chief Andrew Miller and Mia Hilkowitz described it as a win but cautioned the campus community against considering the matter resolved.
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Chancellor backtracks, lets Daily Student resume print editions
IDS co-editors-in-chief Andrew Miller and Mia Hilkowitz described reversal as a win for student media but cautioned the campus community against considering the matter resolved.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-10-30/chancellor-backtracks-lets-daily-student-resume-print-editions
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Former director of student media Jim Rodenbush is suing Indiana University for wrongful termination. He was fired after he refused to pull news from a scheduled special edition of the Indiana Daily Student.
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Fired student media leader sues IU
IU fired Jim Rodenbush in October after he refused to remove news from a special print edition of the Indiana Daily Student. The university ended printing for the paper that afternoon.
https://www.ipm.org/news/2025-10-30/fired-student-media-leader-sues-iu
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