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Coming up on Indiana Newsdesk:

Local governments are scrambling to deal with a projected loss of state revenue as a result of the new property tax lawMonroe County is projected to earn about $37 million less in revenue over the next three years.

The flood waters from heavy rains earlier this month have receded. Now, researchers are studying how these extreme weather events affect the terrain. Scientists say the increased flooding and hotter summers point to the impacts of climate change.

And the Indiana State Museum has an exhibit looking back over the five years since the start of COVID.

Those stories and the latest news headlines from across the state, Friday at 6 on Indiana Newsdesk.

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April 25, 2025

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Tax bill on local government, extreme weather, COVID exhibit | Indiana Newsdesk

Local governments are scrambling to deal with a projected loss of state revenue as a result of the new property tax law. Researchers are studying how these extreme weather events affect the terrain. And more on an exhibit looking back since the start of COVID.

April 23, 2025

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Community leaders and residents at the Bloomington Convention Center to discuss Senate Bill 1.

County says it cannot do more with less

Monroe County officials are preparing for potential staff and service cuts due to the property tax bill.

April 23, 2025

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Heavy floods offer prime opportunity for IU geology students

The White River has finally receded to below flood stage. For one research team at IU, the work to understand how 50-year floods affect Indiana’s terrain is just beginning.

April 18, 2025

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Revoked student visas protest at IU Bloomington Sample Gates April 10, 2025.

Property tax relief, student visas, Sen. Todd Young on tariffs | Indiana Newsdesk

Indiana homeowners will see some property tax relief, but it means less state dollars for public education. Indiana University says it is working on protections for international students who had their visas revoked. And Sen. Todd Young faces questions about tariffs.

April 18, 2025

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‘Teachers are great, not magicians’: Indiana’s new tax relief, charter school plan will cost MCCSC millions 

While Indiana’s new property tax plan will save most homeowners money, school districts are going to miss out on millions. Some schools may have to share their shrinking revenue with charter schools.   

April 17, 2025

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Revoked student visas protest at IU Bloomington Sample Gates April 10, 2025.

Protest groups at IU unite for National Day of Action on higher education

Professors, students and affinity groups on campus rallied against threats to higher education such as student deportations, cuts to science and the humanities and the Trump administration’s targeting of campus speech. 

April 17, 2025

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Hoosiers preserve COVID-19 history in memories, artifacts

COVID-19 cases continue to rise, with new variants emerging every year.

April 15, 2025

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Senator Young addresses Bloomington Chamber while protesters gather outside

Moderator Pete Yonkman, the president of Cook Group and Cook Medical, mainly pressed the senator on issues affecting Indiana business.  

April 11, 2025

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Revoked student visas, Malibu House residents speak out, massive flooding | Indiana Newsdesk

The Indiana Graduate Worker Coalition wants the university to protect students who have had their visas revoked. Former residents of Malibu House speak out after our story about its owner and his for-profit sober living residences. And communities are recovering after massive flooding.

April 10, 2025

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IU grad union demanding leaders protect international students amid visa cancellations

About 150 people rallied with the Indiana Graduate Workers Coalition Thursday at the Sample Gates after the federal government revoked visas for Indiana University international students. 

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April 10, 2025

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Revoked student visas protest at IU Bloomington Sample Gates April 10, 2025.

Martin County issues emergency declaration due to floods

The National Weather Service said the East Fork White River at Shoals isn’t expected to crest until early Friday Morning and won’t fall below flood stage levels until around April 17.

April 10, 2025

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Seymour flooding April 8, 2025

Hoosiers still dealing with flooding from heavy rains

Storms last week pounded the Midwest, bringing floods to Southern Indiana and killing at least one person. The WFIU/WTIU News team went to the hardest-hit areas and others where the worst is yet to come.

April 9, 2025

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Five more measles cases confirmed in Allen County

The new cases include three minors and two adults in Allen County, the same area where the initial case was reported earlier this week.

April 4, 2025

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Spring blooms in Columbus.

Federal worker cuts, college sexual assault, new diploma | Indiana Newsdesk

Federal workers are on high alert that they may be next to be cut. Sexual assault continues to be an issue on college campuses across the nation. And a new diploma guarantees acceptance into Indiana’s public colleges and universities.

April 4, 2025

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Spring blooms in Columbus.

Hoosier federal workers on edge over job cuts

Federal workers in Bloomington and Bedford worry that their jobs might be the next to get the axe after significant cuts hit the VA, IRS, and Department of Education.

April 3, 2025

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IU Greek Life was paused for 'health and safety,' but sexual violence persists

Indiana University Greek Life events are back, after a three-week pause in March. Greek Life leaders last paused events in 2021, because sororities noticed increasing sexual assault and demanded change.

April 1, 2025

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Based on an interview with Tanford, Indiana Public Media reconstructed a timeline of events, from the first allegations of misconduct against Wang, to his enforced leave of absence and his eventual firing.

Fired prof accused of research misconduct, FBI involvement unclear

Professor Alex Tanford, president of the American Association of University Professors Bloomington chapter, got access to communications between Wang and IU administrators. 

March 28, 2025

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Terre Haute Casino business is booming, but local businesses don't see tourism

The Terre Haute Casino Resort marks one year of operation April 3, and city leaders are making the most of its tax revenue.

March 28, 2025

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Antisemitism climate at IU, behavior therapy Medicaid costs, Terre Haute casino | Indiana Newsdesk

We speak with the Jewish community to learn more about antisemitism at Indiana University. Governor Mike Braun’s executive order is meant to curtail Medicaid costs for behavioral therapy. But it could leave parents paying out of pocket for therapy. And Terre Haute’s casino has been open one year and city leaders are making the most of its tax revenue.

March 28, 2025

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After DOE warns against antisemitism, IU Jewish community shares free speech, safety concerns

Groups such as the IU Divestment Coalition continue to organize for Palestine, calling on IU leaders to resign and cut ties with Israel. Meanwhile, some Jewish students report they’re afraid on campus. 

March 26, 2025

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Plan to limit ABA therapy poses challenges to families, providers 

The plan, if approved by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid services, will go into effect April 1. 

March 21, 2025

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University funding cuts, canceled GOP town halls, IU beautification | Indiana Newsdesk

Federal cuts are affecting universities and research institutions. Constituents of Erin Houchin carry on canceled town hall. And Indiana University has begun planting thousands of flowers around campus.

March 20, 2025

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IU, Bloomington scientists fight against censorship, politicization amid federal cuts

President Donald Trump’s Administration announced massive reductions to federal agencies, impacting universities around the country. At IU, scientists are getting to work.

March 14, 2025

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For-profit addiction center, raising chickens, new IU Bloomington chancellor | Indiana Newsdesk

A for-profit enterprise to help people struggling with addiction is raising some red flags. With the bird flu impacting egg prices, some are turning to raising their own chickens. And Indiana University has turned to a familiar face to be the chancellor of its Bloomington campus.

March 13, 2025

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Sobriety for profit. Co-owner of Bloomington’s Malibu House says there’s no deception, calls himself ‘an easy target’

In less than a year, Malibu House has opened five sober living homes and a headquarters in Bloomington.

March 7, 2025

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DEI in the healthcare industry, farmers coping with avian flu, execution drug | Indiana Newsdesk

A legislator targeting DEI says it’s about fairness, but doctors say it’s bad for the healthcare industry. Chicken farmers hit hard by the avian flu say it not only affects their bottom line but also can take an emotional toll. And Connecticut lawmakers are looking to ban production of the drug used in Indiana for federal and state executions.

March 7, 2025

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The financial and mental toll of bird flu outbreaks

"It can be pretty emotionally damaging to have to go through these experiences,” Trey Malone with Purdue University said.

March 6, 2025

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Med schools inspired Indiana's anti-DEI bill. Doctors, students say they value diversity 

After one student’s experience with medical school applications partially inspired Indiana Senate Bill 289, Indiana University Medical School students started speaking out in support of diversity, equity and inclusion.  

February 28, 2025

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Avian flu infects wild birds, new HVAC regulations, IU Indianapolis reclassification | Indiana Newsdesk

The avian flu that has ravaged chicken and turkey flocks in the state has migrated to wild birds such as cranes and geese. Regulations for a new class of refrigerants may mean having to replace your HVAC system rather than repairing it. And IU Indianapolis has been upgraded to a Research One institution, thanks to a change in the classification system.

February 28, 2025

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How new EPA rules could affect HVAC repair costs

New EPA regulations began last month, which might mean new coursework for students going into heating and cooling careers and higher costs for consumers.

February 28, 2025

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New criteria results in IU Indy’s ‘R1’ research status

Forty other universities joined IUPUI as R1 when the threshold was lowered recently.

February 25, 2025

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Dozens of sandhill cranes found dead, likely due to bird flu

Cincinnati resident Catherine Greenwood was passing through the area Sunday when she shared photos on Facebook of nearly 35 dead birds in a pond.

February 21, 2025

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Next Level Jobs, Jacobs music school kids program, Whitten’s contract extension | Indiana Newsdesk

Indiana leaders say the state’s workforce needs to become more skilled and educated. A collaboration between the IU Jacobs School of Music and Monroe County schools helps kids turn musical ideas into performable pieces. And the IU trustees approve a contract extension for embattled president Pamela Whitten.

February 21, 2025

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Kids watch Jacobs School of Music enhance, perform their compositions

Hundreds of kids in second through sixth grades from the Monroe County Community School Corp. enter the competition every year.

February 14, 2025

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Indiana’s low rank for women in its state legislature has economic and policy consequences

Nationally, Indiana ranks 39th in percentage of women in the state legislature, just behind South Dakota and just ahead of North Dakota.

February 14, 2025

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Women in state legislature, Monrovia data center, state’s unhoused population | Indiana Newsdesk

Women make up half the population in Indiana, but they have less than a 30 percent representation in the state legislature. Plans for a large data center in Monrovia has residents worried. And Beacon, Inc. responds to legislation targeting the state’s unhoused population.

February 14, 2025

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Indiana attracts developers of data centers but residents have concerns

President Trump has signaled to tech companies that the Midwest is open for development. Now rural communities are left with their concerns unanswered.

February 7, 2025

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Property tax reform on communities, teacher shortage, new bobcat guidelines | Indiana Newsdesk

Local leaders say Governor Mike Braun’s proposed property tax reform would cripple their municipal services. Fewer and fewer people are entering the teaching profession. And the Indiana DNR is considering new rules for how many bobcats can be trapped in the state.

February 7, 2025

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Hoosiers split on proposed bobcat trapping season

The Indiana General Assembly has mandated that the DNR have rules in place for a bobcat trapping season by July 1.

February 7, 2025

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Rural areas don’t have enough teachers. But MCCSC says it’s doing OK

Fewer people have been entering the teaching profession in the last 10 years. 

February 5, 2025

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McCormick’s Creek hikers help track tornado recovery with time-lapse video

Visitors to McCormick’s Creek State Park can help monitor a trail’s recovery from a March 2023 tornado.

January 31, 2025

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Braun’s State of the State, paramedic shortage, convention center expansion | Indiana Newsdesk

The state’s black legislative caucus boycotts Braun’s State of the State address. A shortage technicians and paramedics in the state is stressing the emergency medical services. And construction on the Monroe Convention Center expansion project is set to begin in June.

January 30, 2025

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Blind pianist shares his experience at IU and what’s next

Most musicians learn music by reading sheet music. David Lai, who became blind shortly after birth, learns music completely by ear.

January 30, 2025

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Convention leaders pushing expansion along, but where's the parking?

After decades of planning, years of finding funding and a lot of controversy, the expansion project of the Monroe Convention Center is moving quickly.

January 29, 2025

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Ambulance systems straining to meet needs of Hoosiers

Indiana's top Emergency Medical Service administrator says the system is at risk of collapse.

January 24, 2025

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Whitten’s alleged plagiarism, banning DEI policies, Harry Hoosier | Indiana Newsdsk

The Chronicle for Higher Education claims IU president Pamela Whitten’s doctoral dissertation contained copied language. A bill at the statehouse would ban diversity, equity and inclusion policies from all state agencies. And one legislator is looking to make former slave Harry Hoosier the official inspiration behind the state motto.

January 23, 2025

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IU President Whitten accused of plagiarized dissertation, IU says there’s ‘no merit’ 

Indiana University President Pamela Whitten is facing accusations of plagiarism in her doctoral dissertation.  IU said the claims held  “no merit” and were investigated by an independent law firm.   

January 22, 2025

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Harry Hoosier? Lawmakers mull bill that would make him inspiration for state’s nickname

Amtrak owns the trademark to “The Hoosier State.”

January 20, 2025

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Experts weigh in on implications of Trump’s tariff plans 

The price of electronics, homes and clothing may increase. 

January 17, 2025

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Seymour navigates immigration as Trump takes office again

President elect Donald Trump has pledged mass deportations and harsher penalties for undocumented people. But some are concerned this approach could cross a line in an already divisive and complicated issue.

January 17, 2025

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Seymour immigrants, Kinsey funding, governor’s executive orders | Indiana Newsdesk

Seymour officials and residents are voicing their objections to the large influx of immigrants. State officials and lawmakers are threatening to defund Indiana University over its association with the Kinsey Institute. And Mike Braun issued a slew of executive orders after being sworn in as Indiana’s new governor.

January 16, 2025

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‘With them as much as they’re with us’: IU law students help domestic violence, harassment victims find justice for free 

The Protective Order Project is a free legal service for IU students, Monroe County residents and residents of nearby counties.   

January 15, 2025

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Beckwith, other Kinsey Institute foes press IU but walk back ‘defunding’ university

Lawmakers and the lieutenant governor joined critics of Indiana University and the Kinsey Institute calling for more transparency from IU over the institute’s funding. 

January 10, 2025

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Kinsey Institute funding, grain entrapments, alcohol cancer risks | Indiana Newsdesk

Some state officials want to defund Indiana University because of its continued association with the Kinsey Institute. Grain entrapments are the leading cause of agricultural confined space injuries and deaths. And, the U.S. surgeon general wants warning labels on alcohol containers to include risks for cancer.

January 10, 2025

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‘Enough is enough’: Local lawmakers support IU, Kinsey Institute amid defunding calls

Amid calls to defund Indiana University over the Kinsey Institute, local lawmakers are defending the university and the 77-year-old institute on human sexuality.

January 10, 2025

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A mother’s fervent cause: Preventing grain bin deaths

After losing her son in 2019, Anita Howard has made it her mission to prevent others from losing their life to grain bin entrapments.

January 9, 2025

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Surgeon General wants to change warning labels on alcoholic drinks

While many Americans know of the risks drinking poses to your liver and during pregnancies, most are unaware of the links between alcohol and cancer. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy wants the new label to change that.

January 8, 2025

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State comptroller pressures IU as others call for defunding over Kinsey

Several state officials want to end Indiana University’s state funding because of the university’s remaining connections to the Kinsey Institute.

January 7, 2025

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Markay Winston is the next MCCSC superintendent

The school board made it official Tuesday night in a public hearing.

January 3, 2025

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2025 legislative preview, Mid-States Corridor, Dollar General permit denial | Indiana Newsdesk

The Indiana General Assembly begins its 2025 session next week. Transportation officials are planning a new highway in the southern part of the state that will connect to I-69. And, a small town in Vigo County became the latest rural community to deny a new Dollar General.

January 3, 2025

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Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti was named the Big Ten's Coach of the Year Tuesday.

Cignetti following blueprint for success at Indiana

The Hoosier have added 11 players through the transfer portal for next season, including Cal quarterback Fernando Mendoza.

January 3, 2025

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Property owners in south-central Indiana push back on Mid-States Corridor study

The Mid-States corridor is in its second phase of study, which focuses on Dubois County. The corridor is a highway, planned to bypass Huntingburg and Jasper, and connect to I-69. 

January 3, 2025

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Small towns in Indiana fight to keep dollar stores out

In the last few years, at least eight different towns in Indiana denied rezonings for new Dollar General store locations.

December 31, 2024

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Gov. Eric Holcomb reflects on legacy as eight years in office comes to a close

Gov. Eric Holcomb said he hopes people will remember his calm, steady approach to leadership.

December 20, 2024

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Hoosiers in South Bend for football playoffs, Indiana prisoner executed, year in review | Indiana Newsdesk

We go to South Bend to check in on the Hoosier fanbase preparing for the first round of the College Football Playoffs. Joseph Corcoran became the first prisoner executed by the state of Indiana in 15 years. And we look back at some of the top stories we brought you over the past year.

December 17, 2024

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Legal immigrants still worried about deportation under Trump

Experts say Trump's mass deportation plans could harm the economy.

December 13, 2024

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Indiana execution set, deportation on the economy, Woodburn Hall murals | Indiana Newsdesk

Indiana is planning to execute a death row prisoner for the first time in 15 years next week. President-elect Donald Trump has plans to deport millions of people which could lead to big consequences for the economy. And Woodburn Hall 100 is hosting classes again, but now the controversial murals are covered up.

December 13, 2024

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Media, politicians decry not having reporters witness execution

Indiana criminal code permits only certain people to attend an execution. It's one of only two states that forbids media witnesses.

December 13, 2024

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Lucky IU students score tickets for football playoffs at a reasonable price

IU plays at Notre Dame in the first round of the College Football Playoffs at 8 p.m. Dec. 20. IU received 3,500 tickets, primarily for the families of players and coaching staff.

December 11, 2024

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Classes return to Woodburn 100 with controversial murals present but out of sight

Indiana University quietly resumed classes this semester in a large lecture space at Woodburn Hall, where a mural painted in 1933 depicts journalistic efforts to stop the then-powerful Indiana Ku Klux Klan.

December 6, 2024

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IU graduate coalition protest, tree farm challenges, IU football playoffs | Indiana Newsdesk

The Indiana Graduate Workers Coalition is resuming its protests against the university and president Pamela Whitten. Environmental factors are making tree farm ownership more challenging. And the IU football team finds out Sunday who they face in the playoffs.

December 6, 2024

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‘Whitten Goes, Union Grows’: IU grad workers union kicks off new campaign

The Indiana Graduate Workers Coalition is taking aim at President Pamela Whitten’s job with its new “Whitten goes, union grows” campaign.

December 6, 2024

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How pilot programs are prepping for the 'Silver Tsunami'

The Regional Airline Association say nearly half of today’s qualified pilot workforce face a federally-mandated age 65 retirement in the next 15 years. Even sooner, 13.5 percent of the pilot workforce must retire by 2029.

December 6, 2024

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Hoosiers hope to turn tradition on its head in playoff push

The first-round pairings for the College Football Playoff will be announced Sunday at noon on ESPN, likely including IU.

November 22, 2024

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MCCSC merger postponed, Ellettsville tech park, death row prisoners | Indiana Newsdesk

MCCSC leaders postpone the merger of Childs and Templeton schools and are looking into closing others. Two major tech park developments are in the planning stages for the west side of Ellettsville. And faith leaders are grappling with how to support death row prisoners with executions expected to resume under the Trump administration.

November 22, 2024

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As clock ticks toward another Trump presidency, death row prisoners appeal for clemency

Death row spiritual advisors are struggling to support the prisoners to whom they minister – and each other – amid fears President-elect Donald Trump will restart executions.

November 22, 2024

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Bloomington wins big in IU football’s historic run

Bloomington Mayor Kerry Thomson said IU football's undefeated season is "creating quite an economic impact" in Bloomington.

November 21, 2024

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MCCSC report shows elementary schools below capacity, recommends closing some

Some elementary schools are operating below optimal enrollment, and child population decline in Monroe County could make inefficiencies worse. 

November 15, 2024

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Expressive activity changes, rural homelessness, Brown County Music Center | Indiana Newsdesk

The Board of Trustees is discussing possible changes to IU’s expressive activity policy. We look at how rural agencies are dealing with people experiencing homelessness. And the Brown County Music Center has faced many challenges in its five year history.

November 15, 2024

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Shrinking housing supply and rising costs of living: Agencies work to meet a rise in rural homelessness

Rural areas saw rates of homelessness increase faster than in urban parts of the US. Since then, rates in rural areas have continued to match or outpace urban areas.

November 15, 2024

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Brown County Music Center celebrates fifth year after skepticism in community

“Last year we were able to fulfill our mission and give $267,000 back into the community," said Executive Director Christian Webb.

November 8, 2024

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IU’s 1967 Rose Bowl team reflects, celebrates this year’s success

With three games left in the regular season, IU’s football team has its best-ever record, 9-0. For players from the 1967 team, this season has been a thrilling and nostalgic ride.

November 8, 2024

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Election wrap, AI in the classroom, Indiana’s Rose Bowl team | Indiana Newsdesk

Indiana remained as red as ever after Tuesday night’s elections, led by Republican Mike Braun’s win atop the ticket as governor. AI is growing fast and has already made its way into the classroom. And we visit with Indiana’s 1967 Rose Bowl team to get their take on this year’s historic season.

November 1, 2024

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Governor race, election on public colleges, IU football on the road | Indiana Newsdesk

We take a look at the three candidates looking to replace two-term governor Eric Holcomb. As the election looms, we take a look at how elected leaders could have on Indiana’s public colleges. And, the 13th ranked Indiana football team looks to continue its perfect season at Michigan State.

October 31, 2024

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At a ‘crossroads’: How the 2024 Election could impact Indiana’s public colleges

Elected officials have a lot of power over Indiana colleges — deciding who's in charge, how much money they get and what laws they have to follow.

October 31, 2024

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‘Chasing the light’: Leaf peeping with a painter

While most take photos of the Brown County State Park landscapes, others capture the moments with brush and canvas.

October 25, 2024

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New jail site approved, homeschooling, lieutenant governor race | Indiana Newsdesk

Commissioners approved a purchase agreement for a new jail site on the northwest side of Bloomington. Homeschooling is popular in Indiana, but how do those students fare once they’re in college? And we continue our series of election interviews with the two men running for lieutenant governor.

October 25, 2024

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Three quick swabs could lead to live-saving opportunity for students

IU Gift of Life is part of a national organization working to find rare tissue type matches for people suffering from blood cancer.

October 25, 2024

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Indiana lieutenant governor: An interview with Micah Beckwith

As part of WTIU/WFIU News’ 2024 election coverage, reporter Ethan Sandweiss invited the two candidates for Indiana Lieutenant Governor.

October 25, 2024

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Indiana lieutenant governor: An interview with Terry Goodin

As part of WTIU/WFIU News’ 2024 election coverage, reporter Ethan Sandweiss invited the two candidates for Indiana Lieutenant Governor.

October 24, 2024

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Homeschooling is growing. What happens when they go to college? 

Experts believe homeschooled children fair about as well as children from traditional schools.

October 18, 2024

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IU sexual abuse lawsuit, Hoosier football undefeated, Attorney General race | Indiana Newsdesk

Two former IU basketball players have filed a lawsuit against the school alleging sexual abuse by a former team doctor. Indiana’s 6-0 start under first year head coach Curt Cignetti has Hoosier fans excited about the prospects of this year’s team. And we continue our series of interviews with candidates in next month’s general election.

October 18, 2024

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‘Standard of care’ questions surround lawsuit filed by former IU men’s basketball players

Two former IU basketball players are suing the university over alleged sexual misconduct under the guise of medical treatment by a former team doctor. But there are questions over standard of care during that era.

October 17, 2024

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'Coach Cig' merchandise celebrates head coach turning IU football around

Packed student sections and sold-out seats are propelling the Hoosiers to new heights this season.

October 16, 2024

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IU’s Archaeology Museum reopens

The IU Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology is reopening following renovation.

October 14, 2024

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Democrat Destiny Wells discusses role of attorney general, top priorities in race

Destiny Wells ran unsuccessfully for Indiana secretary of state in 2022. She hopes to become the first Democrat to win the race for attorney general since 1996.

October 11, 2024

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Democratic candidates in a red state, Hamas attack anniversary, U.S. House Dist. 9 | Indiana Newsdesk

Indiana Democrats face an uphill battel every election cycle especially in deep red rural areas. Pro-Israeli and pro-Palestine groups gathered separately to mark the one year anniversary since Hamas’ attack. And we continue our series of interviews with candidates in next month's general election.

October 11, 2024

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In Indiana's reddest districts, rural Dems still put up a fight

Of 100 seats in the Indiana statehouse, Democrats are only running in 75. Despite that, they still hope to break Republicans' 70 seat supermajority in the statehouse.

October 10, 2024

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Citizens still reeling from damage after June storm

City and county departments just finished debris cleanup after the major June storm.

October 8, 2024

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County council passes income tax increase to fund new jail

In a 5-1 vote on Tuesday evening, the council voted yes on the 0.175 percent income tax increase.

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