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.
Ten years after Scott County’s historic HIV outbreak, locals dig deeper into root causes
Ten years ago, the Indiana community of Austin made headlines for its historic HIV outbreak brought on by intravenous drug use. More than 230 people became infected with HIV in the rural town.
Monroe County Council refuses $8M to buy new jail property, shuts down North Park development
The Monroe County Council refused to approve $8 million in funding for a new jail and justice complex.
Monroe County passes $131M budget
The Monroe County Council has approved a $131 million dollar budget for 2026. The county’s budget comes after weeks of tough conversations.
IU annual reports shed light on ‘intellectual diversity’ policies and recommendations
Some Indiana University campuses extensively detailed their handling of “intellectual diversity” policies for faculty, staff and students to the Board of Trustees. IU Bloomington is not one of them.
‘A crisis‘: IU AAUP hosts town hall
The Indiana University Bloomington American Association of University Professors want to tackle the sweeping changes imposed on faculty by administrators and politicians.
FAFSA opens despite government shutdown
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2026 academic year went live Wednesday as scheduled, despite a government shutdown.
IU Bloomington faculty council endorses lawsuit over retired faculty representation
After retired faculty were removed from the Indiana University Bloomington Faculty Council, its current members are endorsing efforts to challenge that policy and Indiana law. The council formally thanked three IU professors — Alex Tanford, Steven Sherman and Russ Skiba — for suing over the removal of emerita faculty from university governance.
IU removes ‘values differences’ as core expectation for staff
Indiana University quietly updated its Human Resources policies, cutting “values differences” as a basic expectation for employees.
ACLU sues ISU over defunding Pride Center student employees
The American Civil Liberties Union has sued Indiana State University, claiming a First Amendment violation for the school’s halt to funding work-study student employees at the Pride Center of Terre Haute.
Funding cut for IU programs that ‘do not advance American interests or values’
The U.S. Department of Education is ending funding for more than a dozen Indiana University programs that “do not advance American interests or values,” according to a Sept. 10 letter.
IU trustees get new leader, hear updates on federal funding and enrollment
Dr. David Hormuth, an alumnus and Indianapolis-based surgeon, became the new chair of the Indiana Board of Trustees at Thursday’s board meeting in Indianapolis.
Apprentice to college graduate: Cosmetologists imagine makeover for education
Indiana beauty professionals are reimagining education and training for cosmetology licenses.
IU's budget took effect in July. It's still not public
Indiana University has not publicly released its $4.5 billion budget, despite the Board of Trustees approving it almost three months ago.
‘Solidarity Forever’: 50501 protesters rally against Trump, billionaires
About 250 demonstrators celebrated Labor Day at the Monroe County Courthouse for 50501’s “Workers over billionaires” rally Monday afternoon.
‘The Bison is Back’: New IU mascot drums up business
As IU drums up excitement for its new mascot, Hoosier the Bison could be a cash cow.
Historic preservationists remember Gayle Cook
Indiana historical preservations are remembering donor and partner Gayle Cook. Cook died on Sunday at 91.
IU professor sanctioned for violating ‘intellectual diversity’ law
An Indiana University professor was formally reprimanded for violating Indiana’s intellectual diversity law. Senate Enrolled Act 202 requires public college and university professors to teach “intellectually diverse” ideas and promote free speech in the classroom.
‘Yes And,’: Exhibit Columbus returns with opening weekend
Exhibit Columbus organizers are preparing to showcase new projects and the city itself. A celebration of the city’s modern architecture legacy, Exhibit Columbus will host its opening event series Friday and Saturday.
Students skipping FAFSA thought they wouldn't get aid. Experts say they're wrong
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) unlocks federal, state and institutional scholarships for millions of students each year, but some students believe they don’t qualify for financial aid. Those students are probably wrong.
ACLU, professors appeal dismissal of ‘intellectual diversity’ lawsuit
The ACLU announced an appeal Monday after the dismissal of its lawsuit against the state's intellectual diversity law for colleges and universities. Senate Enrolled Act 202 requires college professors to teach “intellectually diverse” ideas and promote free speech in the classroom.
Indiana colleges are changing 400 degrees this year. What’s next?
Starting in July, state colleges and universities had to request approval to continue degrees that don’t meet thresholds set by legislators. It will impact about 4 percent of graduates in Indiana, or 3,300 each year.
IU trustees to hold executive session Friday
Indiana University’s Board of Trustees will meet for an executive session Friday. The session in Bryan Hall is only open to the trustees and invited participants. T
Millions of student loans start accruing interest again
Millions of Americans must resume paying interest Friday on their federal student loans under the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan.
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