Indiana ranks 3rd most dangerous for kids’ smartphones as new school ban looms

INDIANA — As Indiana schools prepare to implement one of the nation’s strictest “bell-to-bell” cellphone bans this fall, a startling new study suggests that the…

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Tax Deadline Approaching: IRS urges action to avoid costly penalties

INDIANA — As the April 15, 2026, tax deadline draws near, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is issuing a stark reminder to Hoosier taxpayers: filing…

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Protecting children online and in school

INDIANA – House Republicans took steps this legislative session to add protections for Hoosier students on social media and to keep them on task during…

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USDA unveils “Rural Housing Modernization Initiative” to cut red tape for homeowners

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Following through on President Trump’s recent executive order to remove regulatory barriers to affordable housing, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has…

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Indiana debuts new license plates honoring U.S. Space Force veterans

INDIANA— Indiana is reaching for the stars with its latest addition to the state’s military license plate collection. Governor Mike Braun announced this week that…

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David Holmes announces his candidacy for Lawrence County Council District 3

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City of Bloomington Common Council will meet on Wednesday, April 1

BLOOMINGTON – City of Bloomington Common Council will meet in regular session at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 1. The meeting will be held in…

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Monroe County Board of Health meeting in April has been rescheduled

BLOOMINGTON – The Monroe County Board of Health meeting that was originally scheduled for Thursday, April 16, has been rescheduled to Thursday, April 30, at…

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Bloomington Mayor Kerry Thomson to deliver annual State of the City Address on March 31

BLOOMINGTON –  Mayor Kerry Thomson will deliver the 2026 State of the City address, highlighting progress made over the past year and outlining priorities for…

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Bedford Police Pension Board will meet Thurs. to vote on a new hire for the department

BEDFORD — The Bedford Police Department Pension Board is scheduled to convene Thursday afternoon to address several personnel matters, headlined by the potential appointment of…

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