Albright says Obama ready for Oval Office (2008-09-23)
In visits to Bloomington and Greencastle, former United States Secretary of State Madeline Albright spoke more about the qualities of presidential nominee Barack Obama than her own storied career. WFIU's Daniel Robison sat down with Albright during her visit.
High school revives random drug tests (2008-09-23)
Owen Valley High School officials have decided to reinstate a random drug testing policy for a large portion of the student body. As WFIU's Stan Jastrzebski reports, the predictable backlash from students and parents appears to be small...
Denver Smith: 25 years later (2008-09-23)
Twenty-five years ago this week, Indiana University football player Denver Smith was shot and killed by Bloomington Police. While the incident was the subject of numerous investigations, a lawsuit, and endless speculation, many questions remain unanswered a quarter century later. WFIU's Daniel Robison tells the story of the play which ended Smith's life.
Virtual handshakes: networking through networks (2008-09-23)
Indiana University's Kelley School of Business has taken a new approach to facilitating face-to-face business meetings. As WFIU's Stan Jastrzebski reports, it means never actually having to meet the other person...
Environmental issues top agenda of council candidates (2008-09-16)
Three Democratic candidates for Monroe County Council have announced plans they say will help the county save water, energy and money under a new administration. WFIU's Daniel Robison met with the candidates.
Twain Award goes to IU professor (2008-09-16)
IU distinguished professor of English Scott Sanders will receive the 2009 Mark Twain Award for his distinguished contributions to Midwestern literature. WFIU's Colin Bishop has more...
IN-9: Libertarian Stirs Up Close Race (2008-09-16)
Recent infighting between the major party contenders for Indiana's 9th District Congressional seat could play into the hands of the race's underdog.
Study: HIV-positive Hoosiers face discrimination (2008-09-16)
A new study from an Indiana University researcher suggests there's significant discrimination against people with HIV living in Indiana's rural areas. WFIU's Colin Bishop has more.
Week of local remembrance for Dali Lama's brother (2008-09-16)
Following the passing of the Dali's Lama's eldest brother - Thubten Norbu - on Friday, the Bloomington-based Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist Cultural Center has planned a week's of activities to honor him.
Fire district battle heats up (2008-09-16)
The Brown County Council has denied funding for a controversial fire district established by local commissioners and supported by local and state judicial rulings. WFIU's Daniel Robison reports on the most recent developments.
Aging study cites flaws in Monroe, Owen counties (2008-09-16)
A study from Indiana University's Center on Aging and Community shows Monroe and Owen Counties must undergo some retrofitting if they hope to address the needs of an aging population. WFIU's Stan Jastrzebski has more...
O'Bannon sees cracks in Palin's speech (2008-09-05)
Citing her years as First Lady of Indiana, Judy O'Bannon says Republican vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin's 18 months as Governor of Alaska don't prepare her to be the government's second in command. WFIU's Daniel Robison has more.
MCCSC's superintendent search begins (2008-09-05)
A consulting group hired by the Monroe County Consolidated School Corporation is conducting nearly 30 forums to gather input from different groups to help the corporation pick its next superintendent. WFIU's Daniel Robison sat in on one of the public forums.
Kokomo: Shrinking budgets, shrinking benefits (2008-09-05)
Kokomo city officials have agreed to cut the benefits of city employees by 17 percent to lower expenditures in 2009. WFIU's Daniel Robison has more.
Terre Haute libel case marches on (2008-09-05)
Lawyers representing the Terre Haute Tribune Star have started the appeals process in a defamation lawsuit the newspaper lost in early July. WFIU's Daniel Robison has more.
Personal issues aside, local GOP supports Palin (2008-09-05)
Monroe County Republican Party leaders say they're concerned the furor over GOP vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin's family may overshadow local issues. WFIU's Arianna Prothero has more...
Pfizer begins cleanup of chemicals spread by flood (2008-09-05)
Officials with Pfizer say they'll submit a cleanup plan this week for water and soil contaminated by the company's Terre Haute plant. WFIU's Arianna Prothero reports...
Walking for Votes (2008-09-05)
If Hoosiers want to travel from Bedford to Seymour, most would hop in their cars and drive. But don't count State Senate District 44 challenger Matthew Colglazier among them. Last weekend, he planned to walk the 37.4 miles between the two cities in one day. WFIU's Daniel Robison sat down with the candidate.
Indiana teens just saying no (2008-08-25)
A study released by the Indiana Prevention Resource Center shows more Indiana teens are staying drug-free. WFIU's Arianna Prothero has the story...
Putnam sheriff charged with theft (2008-08-25)
Less than a week after resigning his post, former Putnam County Sheriff Mark Frisbie has been charged with stealing more than $12,000 from his department. WFIU's Arianna Prothero reports...
County budget hearings kind to Monroe clerk (2008-08-25)
The Monroe County Clerk's Office will receive 200-thousand dollars in next year's county budget to buy new voting machines. The county council awarded the money despite a goal to cut more than 1.7 million dollars from next year's proposed budget. WFIU's Daniel Robison has more.
ISU making efforts to keep, attract more students (2008-08-25)
Indiana State University officials are making a push to improve the school's enrollment and retention numbers. WFIU's Colin Bishop has more.
Columbus parking garage will continue (2008-08-25)
Plans to build a downtown Columbus parking garage with city funds have been left in the dust, with the recent announcement that manufacturing giant Cummins will pay 3 million to expedite construction. WFIU's Colin Bishop has more...
Citing gas prices, Elletsville police request more money (2008-08-13)
The Ellettsville town marshal is requesting that the town council double the police department's fuel budget for 2009 in response to increased gas prices. WFIU's Victor Lenthe reports.
Did receding flood waters leave PCBs behind? (2008-08-13)
Tests show a toxic chemical leaked from a Terre Haute company during summer flooding has not shown up in nearby drinking water wells. But, as WFIU's Daniel Robison reports, Vigo County residents aren't in the clear yet.
Copper thefts may cause disruptions in energy service (2008-08-13)
A rash of copper thefts in Terre Haute has seen criminals tapping the local power grid to get their hands on the precious metal. WFIU's Colin Bishop has more.
Budget shortfalls force Columbus to slash community programs (2008-08-12)
The Columbus Police Department is considering eliminating many of its community outreach programs to meet an anticipated budget shortfall next year. WFIU's Colin Bishop has more.
State commission: Bloomington law oversteps its bounds (2008-08-12)
A 15-year old Bloomington housing maintenance law has been struck down by a state commission. WFIU's Stan Jastrzebski has more.
New Indiana law upends mortgage industry (2008-08-12)
By the morning of August 7th, Indiana mortgage brokers had to have passed a written test and background check to legally stay in business. As WFIU's Daniel Robison reports, hundreds of mortgage brokers either failed the test or elected to skip it altogether.
IU Cultural Center Board Resigns in Protest (2008-08-07)
The entire board of Indiana University's American Indian-based cultural center has resigned in protest. WFIU's Daniel Robison has more on that story.
Shaggy grass in Vigo (2008-08-07)
Higher fuel prices are now forcing the grass in Vigo County parks to be a little taller than usual. WFIU's Colin Bishop has more...
Two months on, Columbus hospital resuscitated (2008-08-06)
Columbus Regional Hospital has its emergency room back up and running, two months after flooding caused more than $100 million in damage. The reopening of the E-R unit means a mobile emergency trailer that's been operating in the hospital's parking lot is shuttering up and heading home. WFIU's Colin Bishop has more...
Facelift for Vigo County Courthouse (2008-08-06)
Vigo County officials have cut the ribbon on a $13 million project to renovate the county courthouse. WFIU's Victor Lenthe has more...
FEMA: leaving town (2008-08-04)
FEMA, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, will be closing its Disaster Recovery Centers in Bartholomew, Morgan, and Vigo next Friday, August 8th. WFIU's Stan Jastrzebski has more.
Delayed payment for flood damaged homes (2008-08-04)
Morgan County officials are moving forward with plans to buy more than a dozen homes destroyed during June flooding. But significant red tape could mean residents will be waiting for more than a year to get their reimbursement checks. WFIU's Colin Bishop has more...
Three years in, AIDS partnership now set in stone (2008-08-04)
A partnership between Indiana University and the University of Puerto Rico that could help battle the AIDS epidemic is now official. WFIU's Arianna Prothero has the story...
WWII planes spend week at Monroe airport (2008-08-04)
Several dozen people have made their way to the Monroe County airport to see planes their parents and grandparents flew during World War II. WFIU's Colin Bishop got an up-close look at a B-17 bomber as the plane arrived...
Indiana lawmakers look to Washington for flood help (2008-08-01)
Some prominent Indiana lawmakers are looking into options which would help Columbus Regional Hospital recover from last month's flooding. WFIU's Colin Bishop has more...
Local coffee shops unfazed by Dunkin' (2008-08-01)
Dunkin Donuts opened shop in downtown on Bloomington Wednesday
morning, and although the worldwide chain is setting up shop in a high-profile
Kirkwood location, local business owners who may face increased
competition from Dunkin say they aren't worried. WFIU's Colin Bishop
has more...
Kokomo annexation plan faces test (2008-08-01)
A date has been set for a hearing determining whether the proposed 10 acre annexation in Kokomo will move forward. WFIU's Arianna Prothero reports...
Amid aid efforts, flood relief rumors persist (2008-08-01)
Officials with the United Way of Columbus say they're still battling rumors and misinformation surrounding flood relief. WFIU's Arianna Prothero reports...
IU denies 'party school' distinction (2008-07-30)
Once more Indiana University is ranked one of the top 20 party schools in the nation by the Princeton Review. But an IU spokesman says he dismisses the reliability of the report. WFIU's Arianna Prothero has the story...
Smashed bank window raises questions (2008-07-30)
Authorities say there's a possibility anti-I-69 protestors are responsible for a cinder block thrown through a Bloomington bank window on Monday. WFIU's Daniel Robison has more.
Council eyes southside redevelopment (2008-07-30)
Bloomington's budget hearings this week revealed areas of the city elected officials are eying for development. WFIU's Daniel Robison has more...
Flying the coop: fake duck kidnapping (2008-07-30)
Howard County officials are participating in the fake kidnapping of a rubber ducky to raise money for a local charity event. WFIU's Daniel Robison has the story.
Terre Haute paper loses defamation suit (2008-07-30)
A former Clay County Sheriff has won a 1-point-5 million dollar defamation suit against the Terre Haute Tribune Star newspaper. But the case could be headed for appeal. WFIU's Colin Bishop reports...
Kokomo further trims city payrolls (2008-07-30)
Nearly 30 Kokomo city employees have been laid off or not replaced since January in an effort to head off budget shortfalls caused by new property tax laws. WFIU's Daniel Robison has more.
Economic development office gets initial nod (2008-07-29)
During this week's budget hearings, the mayor's office has touted an effort to create a separate city department for economic development as a cost saving measure. WFIU's Daniel Robison reports
Smooth sailing for flood victim furniture giveaway (2008-07-29)
Bartholomew County flood victims were able to get some help rebuilding on Thursday. Columbus United Way hosted a furniture giveaway, and WFIU's Colin Bishop was there...
Parking meters stressed as solution for Bloomington parking crunch (2008-07-29)
Could parking meters be in downtown Bloomington's future? As WFIU's Daniel Robison reports in the last in our series on this week's city budget meetings, if Councilman Steve Volin has his way, then yes.
School renovations face test at ballot box (2008-07-24)
Richland-Bean Blossom School Corporation in northwestern Monroe County will have to rely on a ballot initiative before it can go ahead with a $37 million plan to renovate its schools. WFIU's Victor Lenthe reports.
Furniture giveaway for those hardest hit (2008-07-24)
Bartholomew County flood victims who lost furniture to rising waters will have an opportunity today to have some of their belongings replaced. WFIU's Colin Bishop has more.
Transit line moving to hybrid buses (2008-07-24)
Rising fuel costs will mean changes to the way The Bloomington Transit Authority does business in the coming year. WFIU's Daniel Robison has the story.
Kokomo annex plan faces challenge (2008-07-24)
State Senator Jim Buck says he'll fight Kokomo Mayor Greg Goodnight's plan to annex more than ten square miles of land surrounding the city. WFIU's Colin Bishop reports...
City budget meetings: Day Two (2008-07-24)
WFIU continues its week-long series on meetings by the city council to discuss Bloomington's 2009 budget. WFIU's Daniel Robison is attending the nightly talks and he reports Tuesday's talks revealed the city plans to add 100 police officers by 2012 - a 19 percent increase over current levels.
Pledging reforms, new NCAA compliance director comes aboard (2008-07-24)
Indiana University is now looking to one of its own to see the school's athletic department avoids snafus like the ones seen under former basketball coach Kelvin Sampson. As WFIU's Stan Jastrzebski reports, the job is thankless and ever-changing.
IU drawing out of state students (2008-07-24)
Statistics recently released by Indiana University show large numbers of recent graduates come from outside the Midwest. WFIU's Stan Jastrzebski has more...
Flooded hospital looks to reopen in October (2008-07-22)
Despite the fact that it's been closed since last month's floods, Columbus Regional Hospital is still paying most of its employees. WFIU's Colin Bishop has more...
Property tax laws under review this summer (2008-07-22)
A Bloomington state representative is the chair of a statehouse summer study committee examining whether further changes need to be made to Indiana's property tax statute. WFIU's Stan Jastrzebski reports...
Terre Haute principal earns national post (2008-07-22)
A Vigo County school principal has been named president-elect of a national educators' organization. WFIU's Arianna Prothero has the story...
Local arts commission adds Morgan County to fold (2008-07-22)
For the first time in its history, the Indiana Arts Commission has changed funding formula. Some of the state's 12 arts regions saw cuts, but that's not the case locally. WFIU's Daniel Robison saw more.
Bloomington budget hearings: Day One (2008-07-22)
WFIU begins a week-long series of meetings by the city council to discuss Bloomington's 2009 budget. Council members must overcome a bearish financial climate, damage from flooding and confusion in the county auditor's office. WFIU's Daniel Robison is attending the nightly meetings. Monday's talks revealed the city has changed its method of building its budget, resulting in cuts to the city's expenses.
Airport fence fouls up radar (2008-07-22)
The Terre Haute International Airport's radar system has been grounded by a simple chain link fence. WFIU's Daniel Robison explains.
Wal-Mart wants local produce (2008-07-22)
With food prices up across the country, Wal-Mart is cutting shipping costs by making inroads into the local produce market. But as WFIU's Colin Bishop reports, Wal-Mart's success in the local food market will depend on Indiana farmers...
Gas prices drive motorized bike sales (2008-07-22)
With gas prices on the rise this summer, some commuters are gravitating towards the better fuel economy of scooters and motorcycles. But concerns for the sluggish economy mean larger bikes can be out of the price range of many people. WFIU's Colin Bishop has more...
BCSC prepping voters on referendum (2008-07-22)
Now that it's officially slated to appear on ballots in November, Bartholomew County School Corporation officials are trying to educate voters about a proposed 89-million dollar school renovation referendum. But WFIU's Arianna Prothero reports they're finding the costs of the project are hard to estimate.
Nickel Plate Trail sees state support (2008-07-22)
Governor Mitch Daniels has awarded $900,000 to a bike trail which runs through Howard and Miami counties As WFIU's Arianna Prothero reports, it's part of a plan which pre-dates four-dollar-a-gallon gasoline...
State cuts force fewer summer school classes (2008-07-22)
Nearly 20 percent fewer students are taking summer school in the Monroe County Community School Corporation this year. As WFIU's Daniel Robison reports, it may be a result of less money funneling down from the state.
Auditor responds to concerns about missing money (2008-07-17)
The City of Bloomington has received a response from Monroe County Auditor Sandy Newmann about complaints Newmann's office incorrectly allocated funds from tax districts within the city.
7th District race still needs a Republican (2008-07-17)
On Friday, the state Republican Party will hold a caucus to select a nominee to run against incumbent 7th District Democrat Andre Carson.
ISU professor's missing laptop violated rules (2008-07-17)
University officials say an Indiana State University professor's laptop containing 2,500 students' personal information has been stolen. WFIU's Daniel Robison has more.
Black Expo CEO joins ISU trustees (2008-07-17)
Governor Mitch Daniels has named the CEO of Indiana Black Expo an Indiana State University trustee. WFIU's Arianna Prothero reports...
Terre Haute NAACP approaches council over racial vandalism (2008-07-16)
Community activists in Terre Haute are speaking out against a recent string of racially motivated vandalism. WFIU's Colin Bishop has more...
Court decision finalizes fall lineup in auditor's race (2008-07-16)
In an opinion released Monday, Owen Circuit Judge Frank Nardi determined Monroe County auditor candidate Amy Gerstman brought herself into compliance with the Hatch Act by quitting her job in a timely manner. WFIU's Daniel Robison has more.
Short on funds, Terre Haute takes out $7.5 million loan (2008-07-16)
The city of Terre Haute is still waiting for a late property tax disbursement from the state. In the meantime, the city is planning on taking out a seven-and-a-half million dollar loan to cover its budget shortfall. WFIU's Colin Bishop has more...
A throng for Obama in Bloomington (2008-07-16)
Monday night, one of six campaign field offices for Democrat Barack Obama opened in Bloomington to a crowd of more than 150. WFIU's Daniel Robison was there.
Gerstman now looking toward November (2008-07-16)
Gerstman says she's relieved a Monday court hearing went in her favor, and she's pushing ahead with her campaign. WFIU's Stan Jastrzebski reports...
Bloomington holds steady, but border towns grow (2008-07-16)
A change in Bloomington's approach to growth shows up in a recent study, but in an intriguing way: steady population numbers. WFIU's Colin Bishop has more...
Indiana FEMA trailers tested before families move in (2008-07-16)
Residents of Bartholomew, Morgan and Vigo counties displaced by recent flooding can now apply to live in temporary FEMA mobile homes. But they won't be living in the same model of mobile homes as those that caused health problems for Hurricane Katrina victims. WFIU's Daniel Robison has more.
Sustainable energy plan nets IU students a global prize (2008-07-16)
Two recent I-U graduates took their design to promote sustainable living all the way to Paris, where they recently beat 200,000 other students for an international award. WFIU's Daniel Robison has more.
Opening offices around state, Obama invests in Indiana (2008-07-16)
Barack Obama's presidential campaign will open six new offices across Indiana in the next few days, including one in Bloomington. WFIU's Daniel Robison has more.
Sheriff's department buys hybrids to save on fuel costs (2008-07-14)
The Monroe County Sheriff's Department is going green in an attempt to save money. WFIU's Colin Bishop went for a ride-along in one of the department's new eco-mobiles.
New mural honors an Indiana legend (2008-07-14)
A new 50-foot mural of songwriting legend Hoagy Carmichael has been unveiled on a downtown building in Richmond, Indiana. The Bloomington-born performer first recorded his hit "Stardust" in 1927 at Richmond's famed Gennett Records. WFIU's Arianna Prothero has the story.
Presidential pet poll distracts from real issues: IU professor (2008-07-14)
A new poll appears to show pet owners are more likely to vote for presumptive Republican presidential nominee John McCain. But an IU political science professor says polls like these are nothing more than predictable distractions come election season. WFIU's Daniel Robison has more.
Columbus tops state in job growth (2008-07-14)
Recent figures show Columbus was tops in the state for job growth over the past five years. But city officials want to start attracting higher paying jobs, which may cut future growth. WFIU's Daniel Robison has more.
Local protest focuses on McCain energy proposals (2008-07-14)
A dozen sign-wielding Bloomingtonians gathered at gas station Wednesday evening to draw attention to the energy policy proposals of Republican presidential hopeful John McCain. But they weren't exactly showering praise on the senator from Arizona. WFIU's Daniel Robison has more.
Perks aside, new ISU President to earn less than peers (2008-07-14)
The new president of Indiana State University is slated to make $250,000 in his first year on the job. As WFIU's Stan Jastrzebski reports, it sounds like a lot, but it's less than some Indiana University faculty members.
Embattled retailer sued by former students (2008-07-14)
A pair of young entrepreneurs who met at Indiana University and founded the Hoosier Beat clothing line are suing retailer Steve and Barry's. WFIU's Colin Bishop has more...
High water on Lake Monroe hurting local businesses (2008-07-14)
After last month's heavy rain, Lake Monroe is still ten feet above its normal level, and local businesses are taking a hit. WFIU's Colin Bishop has more.
Downtown Columbus traffic changes designed to help businesses (2008-07-10)
Columbus officials say changing traffic patterns in the city's downtown may help the planned revitalization of the area.
State could lose almost 2/3 of mortgage brokers in August (2008-07-10)
Indiana Secretary of State Todd Rokita says he's already hiring staff to help shut down mortgage brokers who do not comply with new state rules set to take effect next month. WFIU's Stan Jastrzebski reports.
Two men consent to plea agreements in April beating death (2007-12-18)
Crothersville pair face 30 years; a third suspect may be charged
Mandarin, German, both in BCSC curriculum (2007-12-18)
Adminstrators say it's up to students to indicate interest in adding Chinese
Non -profit wins bid for Terre Haute community center (2007-12-14)
The Booker T. Washington Community Center in Terre Haute will soon have a new occupant.
Anti-war group presents Hill with petition (2007-12-14)
Members of MoveOn Bloomington delivered a petition to Congressman Baron Hill's Bloomington office on Thursday.
Leaving campus (2007-12-14)
Two Bloomington shuttle buses at the IU Memorial Union are transfering students and stuff to the Indianapolis airport.
Outcome the same in city council recount (2007-12-14)
A recount of Bloomington's 2nd district city council race has confirmed incumbent Brad Wisler as the winner over challenger Jillian Kinzie.
Parking spots on campus (2007-12-14)
One sign that classes are finally over this semester is the fact, that it is possible to find a parking spot on campus.
IU professors find pirate ship (2007-12-14)
An Indiana University team has discovered what they believe to be legendary 17th century pirate Captain Kidd's lost ship, the "Quedaugh Merchant."
Cummins stock split marred by low demand for engines (2007-12-14)
Cummins, Incorporated, has continued a positive financial stretch by announcing the company's second stock split this year. But the prospect of extended seasonal layoffs for some 500 workers clouds the company's immediate future.
Before the storm (2007-12-14)
Meteorologists are warning Hoosiers that winter weather may be coming soon.
Environmental groups lose 1-69 lawsuit (2007-12-12)
Indiana environmental groups have lost a lawsuit against the Indiana Department of Transportation to stop construction of the first section of I-69.
IU Football team preparing for Insight Bowl (2007-12-12)
In preparation for Indiana University's trip to the Insight Bowl in Tempe Arizona later this month, representatives of the city of Tempe, along with members of the Insight Bowl committee, made stops in Bloomington and Indianapolis to promote the event.
As students leave, Christmas shopping goes on (2007-12-12)
Although Bloomington's main shopping streets appear to be quiet this week, shop owners aren't complaining.
Deal reached to broadcast Insight Bowl game (2007-12-12)
Fox 59 has announced it has submitted the successful bid to carry the Insight Bowl.
Columbus' Commons Mall may get new business (2007-12-12)
A manufacturer is considering the Commons Mall in Columbus for its office space.
Local government reform report calls for consolidating libraries (2007-12-12)
A wide-reaching set of recommendations issued Tuesday by the Indiana Commission on Local Government Reform calls for the consolidation of a number of public institutions, including libraries.
Christmas Profit for the shops in Bloomington (2007-12-12)
Although Bloomington's main shopping streets appear to be almost empty this week, shop owners don't complain.
Local government reform report draws sharp criticism (2007-12-12)
A blue ribbon-commission appointed by Governor Daniels last summer during the height of public demonstrations over property taxes has released its report.
Christmas Profit for the shops in Bloomington (2007-12-12)
Although Bloomington's main shopping streets appear to be almost empty this week, shop owners don't complain.
Bloomington man preliminarily charged in wife's death (2007-12-11)
Indiana State Police arrested Ronald Lewis as he was released from Bloomington Hospital Monday.
Columbus pawn shop offering postal services (2007-12-11)
Columbus Pawn owner Scott Brown says the shop is officially a contract postal unit that offers almost everything to customers as a regular postal branch.
Chicago man arrested for drug possession in Kokomo (2007-12-11)
Sergeant Mark Miller with the Kokomo Police Department says an officer pulled over Antonio Washing of Chicago for a minor traffic violation.
California plastics resin company coming to Indiana (2007-12-11)
Ceroplast, Incorporated, will bring 200 new jobs to the southern part of the state by 2010.
Martinsville publishing company under investigation (2007-12-11)
A Martinsville publishing company is being investigated by local police and state officials for misrepresentation.
Legislators address local government reform report (2007-12-11)
House Speaker Patrick Bauer and other leaders agree the report will set the debate over government reform, but won't carry so much weight that legislators embrace it unquestioningly.
B-Line trail plan stalled as funding request fails to pass (2007-12-11)
The city of Bloomington's request for funding for the second phase of the B-Line Trail was not approved during the state's most recent grant cycle.
IU LESA students present senior projects (2007-12-11)
This year's capstone projects ranged from ideas for a general health week and an energy-saving model for light bulbs, to a school building project in Africa.
California plastics resin company coming to Indiana (2007-12-11)
Ceroplast, Incorporated, will bring 200 new jobs to the southern part of the state by 2010.
Opponents of coal plant seek to stop its construction (2007-12-10)
While the Governor-appointed Indiana Utility Regulator Commission approved the plant last month, Duke Energy must now seek approval of an air quality panel in the Department of Environmental Management.
IU program to encourage women in computer technology (2007-12-10)
An Indiana University-based program aimed at encouraging young women to pursue careers in computer technology will receive a boon from a new grant.
State invests in new ISTEP teaching tool (2007-12-10)
Governor Mitch Daniels says the state will use money saved from moving fall I-STEP testing to the spring to pay for a new computer program to help prepare students for the exam.
This week the last for public input on sustainability report (2007-12-10)
The task force members hope that document will help shape the future management of resources on the Bloomington campus.
Former spa owner must pay restitution to customers (2007-12-06)
Indiana Attorney General Steve Carter says the Serenity Salon and Day Spa continued selling gift cards for the 2005 holiday season, even after they received an eviction notice and knew they could be shut down
Brannon withdrawls request for vote recount (2007-12-06)
Brannon was edged out by incumbent Mike Karickhoff by only 5 votes last month.
Resolution to establish oil task force passes council vote (2007-12-06)
Council President Dave Rollo describes this step as a logical extension of one of the council's previous resolutions.
State DNR buys over 150 miles of railroad corridors (2007-12-06)
The corridors will nearly double the length of rails-to-trails corridors throughout the state.
Columbus mayor optimistic about senior community (2007-12-06)
Armstrong says Evergreen will fill an important gap, as Columbus does not currently offer housing projects for seniors.
State Senate hears more testimony on property tax assessment bill (2007-12-06)
An Indiana Senate committee Wednesday heard from supporters and opponents of a bill that would consolidate property tax assessment duties.
Breath taking.... (2007-12-05)
The Robert F. Borkenstein Course on alcohol, drugs and highway safety was held in the IU Memorial Union this week.
Almost over (2007-12-05)
Towards the end of the semester the Commons are filled with students hitting the books.
Preparing for exams (2007-12-05)
While many are studying hard, some catch up with sleep.
Finals (2007-12-05)
The end of the semester is just around the corner. But before students can enjoy the holidays they have to get through finals.
Ways and Means Committee hears tax relief proposals (2007-12-04)
The Indiana House Ways and Means Committee Monday began the first of several statewide hearings on Governor Mitch Daniels' property tax relief proposals.
Lynch excited about bowl game in Arizona (2007-12-04)
The Hoosiers will face 6-and-6 Oklahoma State in Tempe Arizona on December 27.
Daniels says he'll change course on proposals focus (2007-12-04)
In Daniels' first year, he swamped the General Assembly with 74 proposals. Last year's session featured eleven.
Second local "Dancing with the Celebrities" begins (2007-12-04)
The Arthur Murray dance studio in Bloomington has invited six prominent local figures to learn ballroom dancing and perform to benefit local charities.
Public testimony key part of tax relief hearings (2007-12-04)
The Indiana House Ways and Means Committee Monday heard public testimony in first of three statewide hearings on Governor Mitch Daniels' property tax relief proposal.
McRobbie receives honorary doctorate from Australian alma mater (2007-12-04)
McRobbie received his undergraduate degree from the University of Queensland in 1974.
Gaston teenager pleads guilty in highway sniper shootings (2007-12-04)
18-year-old Zachariah Blanton pleaded a murder charge down to voluntary manslaughter.
Student reactions to Insight Bowl bid (2007-12-03)
Josh Stewart is one of many IU football fans. (Click the audio file to listen to what he thinks about the Insight Bowl in Arizona.)
Michael Mc Robbie receives honorary doctorate from alma mater (2007-12-03)
On Monday, Indiana University President Michael McRobbie received an honorary Doctor of Science degree from the University of Queensland, where he received his undergraduate degree.
Insight Bowl in Tempe, Arizona (2007-12-03)
Indiana University football coach Bill Lynch held a press conference Monday to discuss the Insight Bowl game.
Hanson at the Bluebird (2007-11-30)
Ten years ago Hanson was one of the most known pop bands globally. Thursday, the three brothers gave a concert at the Bluebird in Bloomington.
McRobbie, IU officials meet with Chinese university delegation (2007-11-30)
Top administrators from Indiana University met Wednesday with their counterparts at Zhejiang University for a conference on "universities in the business sector."
McRobbie discusses partnership with Chinese university (2007-11-30)
Zhejiang University President Yang Wei and Indiana University President Michael McRobbie talk about education partnership.
State cracks down on county assessors for missing property tax data (2007-11-28)
Some Indiana county assessors could lose their certifications if they don't turn in 2007 property tax data that state officials say is missing.
Terre Haute mayoral election gets recount (2007-11-28)
Vigo Superior Court Judge David Bolk has ordered a city-wide recount in the Terre Haute mayor's election.
Plan to trade German for Mandarin in Columbus schools draws criticism (2007-11-28)
A tentative plan for the Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation to phase out German and introduce Mandarin Chinese in its two high schools is meeting heavy resistance, as demonstrated by the vocal critics who attended Monday night's school board meeting.
Pierce: Bi-partisan spirit at Indiana House (2007-11-21)
Bloomington State Representative Matt Pierce says he was pleased by the bi-partisan tone at the Statehouse Tuesday.
Delphi, Howard County settle property tax deal (2007-11-21)
Howard County and Delphi Corporation have reached a conclusion to a dispute over the company's back property taxes.
IURC rules in favor of Duke Energy (2007-11-21)
The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission has issued rulings in favor of Duke Energy's proposed $2 billion Integrated Gasification Combined Cycle power plant in Edwardsport.
Indiana lawmakers suspend rules, pass legislation on "Organization Day" (2007-11-21)
Indiana lawmakers broke from tradition Tuesday as they met for the traditionally ceremonial "Organization Day" in Indianapolis.
Tailgating (2007-11-19)
The tailgating fields around the IU Memorial Stadium were filled with cheering football fans on Saturday for the game between IU and Purdue. The last game of the season was sold out. It was the seventh win for IU this season.
How to dress for tailgating (2007-11-19)
The fields around IU's Memorial Stadium were filled with cheering football fans Saturday for the game between IU and Purdue.
Leaving for the Holidays (2007-11-19)
The IU Bloomington campus appears to be almost empty this week, with many students leaving early for the Thanksgiving holiday. Some, like Caitlyn Nankivell, left Monday.
Empty campus (2007-11-19)
The IU Bloomington campus appears almost deserted this week. Even Sample Gates, a normally very busy place, few students were to be seen.
Food Drive (2007-11-19)
Indiana University's Student Bar Association is holding a Thanksgiving food drive. The event will run until Tuesday, gathering food to donate to the local food bank.
Sicko tour (2007-11-16)
In order to get raise awarness towards problems in health care and insurance, the Sicko tour stopped at the Indiana Memorial Union Wednesday.
Chilly weather (2007-11-16)
Rachel Gonzalez is one of many students feeling chilly after the weather has changed. The temperature has dropped about 20 degrees in the last two weeks.
Missing the game (2007-11-16)
The Thanksgiving holidays are just around the corner. Some students who leave early are missing the annual football game between Purdue University and IU this Saturday. David Bryant talks about leaving early in the audio.
Holiday book sale (2007-11-16)
Before the Thanksgiving holidays start, a holiday book sale took place this Friday in the Indiana Memorial Union.
Fall temperatures (2007-11-16)
On the Indiana University campus, the fall weather has changed from the warm and sunny period into a mixture of rain, sun and cold wind. The temerature has dropped about 20 degrees in the last two weeks.
Putnam County sheriff's employee facing federal charges (2007-11-16)
George Alexander of Greencastle was charged Tuesday with two counts of federal program fraud, and filed an intention to plead guilty on the same day. Timothy
Elrod formally declares campaign for Congress (2007-11-16)
State representative Jon Elrod formally announced his plans to run for U.S. Congress outside his home in downtown Indianapolis today Thursday.
Clearwater makes run for 9th District official (2007-11-16)
Monroe County resident Gretchen Clearwater officially announced her intentions to again challenge incumbent 9th District Congressman Baron Hill with a speech on the Bloomington courthouse square this morning.
Kokomo police arrest man in connection with hotel robbery (2007-11-16)
Detective Scott Purtee says Raymond O. Bingham is believed to be one of three individuals who forced their way into the room of two unidentified victims at the Days Inn on South U.S. 31.
ACLU challenges court of appeals on statehouse prayer (2007-11-16)
The ACLU of Indiana is asking the 7th Circuit US Court of Appeals to rehear their challenge to sectarian prayer in the Indiana Statehouse.
Indiana signs on as observer to energy pact (2007-11-16)
Governors from across the Midwest signed on to an energy pact Wednesday in Milwaukee as part of a a regional summit on energy and climate change hosted by the Midwestern Governors Association.
Fewer Hoosiers getting flu shot (2007-11-16)
Despite medical evidence that inoculation reduces the number of people who get sick, less than half of Hoosiers get the vaccine.
Bloomington educator receives national award (2007-11-13)
Jeff Rudkin, a seventh- and eighth-grade video production instructor at Bloomington's Batchelor Middle School, received the National Educator Award from the Milken Family Foundation.
IU Bloomington hosts conference on obesity (2007-11-13)
Indiana University Bloomington hosted its first-ever conference on obesity this past week.
City reviews REI management of parking garages (2007-11-13)
When the deal was first struck, Bloomington Deputy Mayor James McNamara said it wouldn't be until October at the earliest that users of the garages would see any changes.
Leading mail-order drug company will locate in Indy (2007-11-13)
Medco Health Solutions executives say Indiana incentives helped beat out 21 other locations, including Louisville, Kentucky.
Research on fighting obesity epidemic (2007-11-09)
Indiana University hosts its first multi-disciplinary conference on obesity, titled Obesity: Causes, Consequences and Policy Changes."
Moving from dialogue to action (2007-11-09)
The Indiana University Men of Color Leadership Conference got underway in Bloomington Friday morning.
Research on fighting obesity epidemic (2007-11-09)
Indiana University hosts its first multi-disciplinary conference on obesity, titled Obesity: Causes, Consequences and Policy Changes".
Commission asks for governor debates in Indiana (2007-11-08)
A new commission is calling for at least three statewide debates to be held leading up to next year's gubernatorial elections.
Kokomo health provider to reject new Anthem patients (2007-11-08)
Rising healthcare costs have forced a medical care provider in Kokomo to close its doors to new patients covered by Anthem insurance.
New mayors in Kokomo, Terre Haute (2007-11-07)
Democratic mayors elected in Columbus, Bloomington, and Kokomo; Republican will take over in Terre Haute
Greenspan: despite violations, IU athletics moving forward (2007-11-07)
Indiana University Athletic Director Rick Greenspan offered mostly positive news in his report to members of the Bloomington faculty Tuesday.
Re-elected (2007-11-07)
Mark Kruzan has been re-elected and will serve the next four years as Bloomington's Mayor.
Breaking the record? (2007-11-07)
The Indiana Memorial Union Dining Services at Indiana University Bloomington will try to break the Guinness World record for the most non-perishable food collected in a 24-hour period.
IU Bloomington faculty calls for Sudan divestment (2007-11-07)
A resolution was introduced to the Bloomington Faculty Council on Tuesday that calls on Indiana University to divest its portfolio of stock companies that are headquartered in Sudan or conduct business with the Sudanese government.
Municipal election results (2007-11-07)
Results are in from municipal elections across the WFIU listening area Tuesday.
Kruzan wins reelection; possible recount for council post (2007-11-07)
Incumbent district two council member Brad Wisler wins by just six votes
Terre Haute: Republican challenger wins mayoral race (2007-11-07)
Terre Haute mayoral candidate Duke Bennett defeated incumbent Kevin Burke in Tuesday's municipal election.
Bennett claims squeaker in Terre Haute (2007-11-07)
Challenger wins by just over 100 votes to become first Republican mayor in Terre Haute in decades
Kruzan beats Sabbagh; district two race could have recount (2007-11-07)
Bloomington Mayor Mark Kruzan won a second term last night by a decisive margin, but a closer race for city council could result in a recount.
Tailgating with Governor Daniels (2007-11-05)
Indiana's Governor, Mitch Daniels, tailgated with students and fans last Saturday at IU's Memorial Stadium prior to the football game between Ball State and IU.
Tailgating with the governor (2007-11-05)
Governor Mitch Daniels tailgated with students and fans last Saturday in front of the IU Memorial Stadium.
Welch says she's aware of property tax issues (2007-11-02)
Bloomington State Representative Peggy Welch says property taxes have dominated the discussions at a series of community meetings she's been holding over the past two weeks throughout the 60th House district.
Cheney visits Indy, says fighting in the Mideast will continue (2007-11-02)
Cheney said wars in Iraq and Afghanistan will not drag on indefinitely, but will eventually produce clear victories.
Terre Haute man arrested for 2004 murder case (2007-11-02)
The Terre Haute Police Department arrested a man Thursday in connection with the strangulation death of a Terre Haute woman two years ago.
WFIU's Fund drive (2007-11-02)
Supporters of public broadcasting in Indiana come together to pledge for another year. Here a volunteer at "pledge central" takes down information from a caller.
WFIU's annual fund drive (2007-11-02)
WFIU started its 2007 on-air fund drive Friday. More than 45,000 people receive the sttion's signal across the lisening area.
WFIU (2007-11-02)
WFIU started its annual fund drive Friday, with listeners in 21 counties pledging their support.
The Project School looking for community support (2007-11-02)
Bloomington and Indianapolis educators are looking to the community for ideas for sister charter schools in the two areas.
Jury decides not to recommend life without parole for Columbus man (2007-11-02)
Shepherd was found guilty Wednesday of raping and killing 14-year-old Chelsea Porter.
State launches MRSA task force (2007-11-01)
Indiana's State Health Commissioner will launch a MRSA task force Thursday, following reports of outbreaks of the antibiotic-resistant staph infections at schools across the state.
Senderoff severance agreement details released (2007-11-01)
Indiana University officials have released details of the severance agreement reached with former men's basketball assistant coach Rob Senderoff.
Lawrence County judge's death likely a suicide (2007-11-01)
Authorities have determined Lawrence Circuit Court Judge Richard D. McIntyre died of carbon monoxide poisoning "consistent with self-induced" poisoning.
VIM clinic gets high-speed internet access (2007-11-01)
The City of Bloomington, Bloomington Hospital, Indiana University, Smithville Digital, and the Bloomington E-Health Collaborative came together to establish a health information exchange program at the VIM clinic.
Indiana bio tech start-up hoping for FDA approval (2007-11-01)
ImmuneWorks CEO Wade Lange says his company was founded on a discovery made by Chief Scientific Officer Dr. David Wilkes at the IU School of Medicine.
Thriller? (2007-11-01)
Bar patrons might have thought they were seeing double Halloween night, as the King of Pop was a popular costume choice.
Halloween night life (2007-11-01)
Cultural icons are always a good bet when costumes are being picked for Halloween parties.
The scariest day of the year! (2007-10-31)
On Halloween, even some employees at the IU Memorial Union on the Bloomington campus got into the spirit of the holiday.
Resignation (2007-10-31)
Student reaction to the resignation of assistent basketball coach Rob Senderoff. Click the audio to hear Farren McLeod's point of view.
Nine Kokomo businesses destroyed by fire (2007-10-30)
A Kokomo strip mall containing nine businesses was completely destroyed by fire early Sunday morning.
Bloomington police looking for shooter (2007-10-30)
Police are looking for a 21-year-old Indianapolis man in connection with a shooting on Bloomington's north side over the weekend.
Dalai Lama to return to Bloomington in 2009 (2007-10-30)
The Dalai Lama has left Bloomington, but not before promising to return in two years.
IU more than half way toward 'matching the promise' (2007-10-30)
Indiana University officials announced Monday that more than $652 million have been raised toward the $1 billion goal of a campaign called "Matching the Promise."
IU student shot and killed in Marion (2007-10-30)
An Indiana University journalism student was shot and killed in his hometown of Marion, Indiana early Saturday morning following an argument at a bar.
Indiana Court of Appeals hears case at IU (2007-10-30)
The Indiana Court of Appeals was in Bloomington Monday, hearing oral arguments at the IU School of Law's Moot Court Room.
Performance artist Stelarc at IU (2007-10-29)
The Australian-based performance artist Stelarc visited IU last week.
Beauty of the fall (2007-10-29)
After an entire week of rainy and muddy weather, fall is finally becoming beautiful again.
Performance artist Stelarc at IU (2007-10-29)
The Australian-based performance artist Stelarc visited IU last week.
Trick-or-Treat (2007-10-29)
Halloween is coming closer. Today Phi Delta Phi (PDP) started selling treats...AND TRICKS in the IUB law school lobby.
Light Totem (2007-10-29)
The Light Totem is sending lights into the night-time sky.
Writing on the wall (2007-10-29)
A graffiti wall will soon be built onto the north side of the Herman Wells Library on IU campus in Bloomington.
Performance artist Stelarc at IU (2007-10-29)
The Australian-based performance artist Stelarc visited IU last week.
Daniels announces property tax relief plan (2007-10-26)
Governor Mitch Daniels unveiled his plan for property tax relief Tuesday, in an address from his office at the Indiana statehouse.
Artist asks for definition of democracy in art (2007-10-26)
What is democracy, and what do you think it looks like? That's the question Bloomington artist Joe LaMantia is asking passers-by outside of the Showers Complex all day, every day, until November 2.
Local officials react to Daniels' tax relief proposal (2007-10-26)
Legislators and other elected officials continue to react strongly to the property tax reform plan presented by Governor Mitch Daniels Tuesday.
Special purse sale (2007-10-24)
Knock-off designer purses were sold for cheap prizes Thursday in the IMU benefiting the Riley Hospital for Children.
Lecture (2007-10-24)
The Dalai Lama gave a lecture today in the IU Auditorium on the Bloomington campus.
Conference about media coverage in India (2007-10-22)
A journalism conference about media coverage in India is being held this week at the Indiana Memorial Union in Bloomington.
Indiana Sexual Health Summit 2007 (2007-10-22)
This Monday the Indiana Sexual Health Summit 2007 took place on the Bloomington campus of Indiana University.
Master class (2007-10-22)
The Orion String Quartet held a master class Monday at the IU Jacobs School of Music in Bloomington.
Shalom Community Center (2007-10-19)
Stories of visitors of the Shalom Community Center are very different.
The inauguration of IU President Michael McRobbie (2007-10-19)
IU President Michael McRobbie was officially inaugurated Thursday afternoon on IU Bloomington.
McRobbie speaks at the inauguration ceremony (2007-10-19)
IU President Michael McRobbie speaks at his inauguration in the IUB Auditorium Thursday afternoon.
Academic robes for the ceremony (2007-10-19)
IU President Michael McRobbie was officially inaugurated Thursday afternoon on IU Bloomington.
On the way to the auditorium (2007-10-19)
Celebrants arrive at the inauguration ceremony on Thursday afternoon.
Homecoming Excitement (2007-10-19)
IU students in Bloomington are gearing up for the homecoming celebrations this weekend. Concerts, tailgating parties, football, and the parade are among the events to celebrate IU.
Take a shot (2007-10-19)
Free flu shots were given Wednesday at the Shalom Community Center to people in need.
Inauguration reactions (2007-10-19)
Students and faculty reacted differently to the inauguration of IU president Michael McRobbie this Thursday.
Traditional ceremony (2007-10-19)
Indiana University President Michael McRobbie was officially inaugurated Thursday afternoon in Bloomington.
Procession to the Auditorium (2007-10-19)
IU President Michael McRobbie was officially inaugurated Thursday afternoon on the IU Bloomington campus.
Enjoying fall with some corn hole (2007-10-19)
IU students and community members enjoy an afternoon of corn hole at what was billed as the World's Largest Corn Hole Tournament, held in Dunn Meadow.
Students battle for corn hole tournament prizes (2007-10-19)
Students stand in rows as they compete in the IU corn hole tournament.
Hitting the target (2007-10-19)
A corn hole player aims for the target during the World's Largest Corn Hole Tournament Wednesday in Dunn Meadow.
Students respond to inauguration of IU President Michael McRobbie (2007-10-19)
Many students didn't know much about the traditional inauguration of IU president Michael McRobbie Thursday.
IU fundraising year third largest (2007-10-18)
The 2007 fiscal year was the third best ever for private fundraising at Indiana University.
Bloomington mayoral candidates not properly addressing poverty, the homeless say (2007-10-18)
A week after Bloomington mayoral candidates Mark Kruzan and David Sabbagh debated on issues of poverty at Bloomington's Shalom Community Center, clients of the daytime agency for the homeless say they don't feel like either of the candidates addressed their real concerns.
Honda's hiring pool for Greensburg plant at issue in House (2007-10-18)
Some lawmakers in the Indiana House of Representatives are questioning the Indiana Economic Development Corporation's decision to let Honda restrict the hiring pool for its new plant in Greensburg to residents in only 20 of the state's 92 counties
Kruzan approving of city's response to Bloomington shooting (2007-10-18)
Bloomington Mayor Mark Kruzan applauds Bloomington Police, Fire, and other emergency responders who were able to bring Tuesday's west-side shooting incident to a close without any reports of injury.
Edinburgh plant closure will not have major impact on schools (2007-10-18)
Despite the upcoming closure of a large auto plant in Edinburgh, local schools don't expect to lose more than a handful of students.
Murder, rape, adbduction warrants issued (2007-10-17)
Suspect in prison on charges stemming from Arizona gunfight four years ago
Shooter apprehended; rumors cause anxiety on IU campuses (2007-10-17)
New Indiana University alert system not yet up and running
Shooter apprehended; rumors cause anxiety on IU campuses (2007-10-17)
New Indiana University alert system not yet up and running
Warrants issued in four-year-old Howard County case (2007-10-17)
Suspect already serving 36-year-sentence in Arizona
Next day reaction (2007-10-17)
Possibility for violence "always in the back of your mind."
Student reactions (2007-10-17)
IU Bloomington students react to news of shooting incident on city's near west side.
Murder, rape, adbduction warrants issued (2007-10-17)
Suspect in prison on charges stemming from Arizona gunfight four years ago
Hadn't heard (2007-10-17)
IUB students reacted very differently to the shooting in Bloomington on Tuesday. Some hadn't heard about Tuesday's episode, in which a law student fired several rounds from an assault rifle. No one was injured.
WFIU meets with listeners at annual reception (2007-10-15)
WFIU members gathered at the IU Art Museum for the annual listeners' reception last Friday.
Halloweeeeeen! (2007-10-15)
Halloween is coming closer. Costume stores are getting prepared to sell a lot of outfits this year.
End Zone (2007-10-15)
The Run for the End Zone organized by the IU Division of Campus Recreational Sports took place last Saturday at IU's Memorial Stadium.
Dedication of Simon Hall (2007-10-15)
Simon Hall, IUB's newest science building, will be dedicated at 2 p.m. on Tuesday Oct. 16.
Hoosier Hysteria (2007-10-15)
Hoosier Hysteria was again one of the more popular sporting events of the year.
IU announces restrictions, penalties, for basketball program (2007-10-15)
Sampson apologizes for making a mistake in phone conversations with recruits
IU law professor baffled by U.S. Supreme Court decision on El-Masri (2007-10-15)
Cate says court likely guided by "state secrets" doctrine
The warm-up (2007-10-15)
A general warm-up hosted by the IU Division of Recreational Sports took place before the run.
German journalists visit Indiana University (2007-10-12)
Three German journalists visited the IUB campus this week as part of the RIAS German Broadcast Journalists Exchange program.
United Restoration Ministries help people in need (2007-10-12)
On Friday students on the IU campus in Bloomington sold colorful, flavored sugar sticks for raising money for the United Restoration Ministries.
Student groups protest Iraq War (2007-10-12)
Indiana Students Against War, a group made up of various student organizations, held a rally against the War in Iraq on Thursday afternoon near Woodburn Hall on the IUB campus.
Hilton Garden Inn opens in Terre Haute (2007-10-11)
The 109-room hotel sits in the footprint of a number of historical buildings, including the former nine-story Terre Haute House, which had stood there for nearly 80 years.
Burke says state constitution needs to be amended to solve property tax problems (2007-10-11)
Terre Haute Mayor Kevin Burke says rising property taxes are on the minds of many Hoosiers as the November election approaches.
Brother of Unabomber speaks about death penalty (2007-10-11)
David Kaczynski now serves as executive director of New Yorkers Against the Death Penalty.
Sabbagh, Kruzan discuss poverty in Bloomington (2007-10-11)
Bloomington mayoral candidates Mark Kruzan and David Sabbagh appeared at the Shalom Community Center's discussion on poverty Tuesday night.
Pharmaceutical company plans move to Indiana (2007-10-11)
A health and pharmaceutical company moving its headquarters to Indiana expects to bring more jobs to the state, and at the same time hopes to increase its profits through a relationship with the state's Family and Social Services Agency.
Sodrel enters Ninth District race (2007-10-11)
A prominent Hoosier political analyst says that race is shaping up to be among the most watched congressional races in the nation.
Talbott addresses US relations with India, foreign governments (2007-10-11)
The former adviser to President Bill Clinton and current head of the Brookings Institution discussed the foreign policy challenges he expects will face America's next president.
David Kaczynski at IUB (2007-10-10)
David Kaczynski, who turned his brother Ted Kaczynski in to the FBI for being the suspected Unabomber, visited the IUB campus Wednesday to speak to a criminal justice class on mental illness and the death penalty.
Up in the sky (2007-10-10)
The Herman B Wells Library on the IUB campus is undergoing rennovation. Workers ride the scaffolding along the walls as they secure stone panels to the exterior Wednesday morning.
A special lunch at IUB (2007-10-10)
Strobe Talbott, former U.S. Deputy Secretary of State, and Jaswant Singh, former foreign minister of India lunched with guests this Wednesday at IUB's Department of India Studies.
English conversation club (2007-10-08)
International students have the chance to attend the English Conversation Club at the Leo R. Dowling International Center.
Great diversity (2007-10-08)
International students have the chance to attend the English Conversation Club at the Leo R. Dowling International Center.
October temperature (2007-10-08)
A heat record was measured this weekend in Indiana. Sunday the temperature at the Indianapolis airport as well as in Bloomington reached 90 degrees. The previous record for October 7th was 87... set in 1916.
Former army captain to challenge Donnelly (2007-10-05)
Chris Minor of Kokomo announced his candidacy while on a break from his job as a civilian intelligence analyst in Iraq.
Legal expert says war-on-terrorism tactics violate laws (2007-10-05)
The frequent "All Things Considered" commentator spoke in Bloomington Thursday at the Indiana University School of Law.
IUB to go smoke-free in 2008 (2007-10-05)
The Indiana University Bloomington campus will be going entirely smoke-free starting January first of next year.
Statewide poll measures public opinion on property taxes (2007-10-05)
A new statewide poll was released Thursday by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce gaging public opinion on property taxes.
Ragazzi partners with non-profits in new outreach program (2007-10-05)
The Ragazzi Arte Caf invited staff and clients of Stepping Stones, which works with homeless teenagers, to a free meal in exchange for yard work.
Armstrong says Reconcilliation Day good day to give thanks (2007-10-05)
Many Indiana residents observed "Reconciliation Day" Thursday.
PMG Columbus headquarters to expand (2007-10-05)
PMG estimates the move will bring over 70 new jobs to the area.
Just a signature (2007-10-03)
The petition signed by supportive students on IUB's Campus on Tuesday and Wednesday morning could help the people in Burma.
Free Burma (2007-10-03)
Many students from different nationalities came together for a demonstration today in front of the sample gates.
The eye in focus (2007-10-03)
The Indiana Optometric Association is hosting a two day continuing education seminar at the Whittenberger Auditorium in the IU Memorial Union.
Demonstration (2007-10-03)
IU students demonstrated on Tuesday and Wednesday morning for a democratic Burma in front of the Sample Gates.
Fighting breast cancer (2007-10-03)
IU students started selling t-shirts today to raise money for fighting breast cancer.
Taking the best shot (2007-10-03)
It's picture day at Indiana University for the Arbutus yearbook.
Bloomington doctor advocates for universal health care (2007-10-02)
Bloomington doctor Rob Stone calls the current U.S. healthcare system "a dinosaur stumbling toward the tar pit."
State at work on property tax reform (2007-10-02)
A state commission continues its work this month to identify opportunities for property tax reform in Indiana.
Morrison appointed interim U.S. Attorney (2007-10-02)
Timothy Morrison is the new Acting U.S. Attorney for Southern Indiana as of Monday.
Under construction (2007-10-01)
A lot of construction is in progress on the IUB Campus in Bloomington.
Monday morning at the Sample gates (2007-10-01)
The normally very busy and vivacious campus of IUB was empty this Monday morning.
"Why the health care system dinosaur stumbles toward the tar pit" (2007-10-01)
Dr. Rob Stone from Hoosiers for a Commonsense Health Plan spoke on the Bloomington campus about gaps in American's health care system.
Monday morning at the Sample Gates (2007-10-01)
The normally very busy IUB campus was rather quiet this fall Monday morning.
Work in progress (2007-10-01)
A lot of construction is underway on the IUB campus.
Free movies (2007-10-01)
Free movies at the Indiana Memorial Union offer students respite from studying.
IU starts implementing new alert system next week (2007-09-27)
Indiana University officials have settled on a software vendor to help provide the university community with a multi-platform emergency alert system.
Bloomington Chamber: education improving in Monroe County (2007-09-27)
The outgoing chair of the Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce told hundreds of members on Wednesday that improving education in Monroe County is among the major accomplishments of the past year.
McKillip to seek Kokomo council approval for income tax plan (2007-09-27)
Kokomo Mayor Matt McKillip says that he will seek city council approval for his amended Economic Development Income Tax revenue spending plan.
IU officials "break ground" for new science building (2007-09-27)
Indiana University officials held a ground-breaking ceremony Wednesday for a second multidisciplinary science building on the Bloomington campus.
For a greater Bloomington (2007-09-26)
The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce held its annual meeting Wednesday afternoon.
Arsenic Annies poison Flatliners (2007-09-24)
The roller derby between the Bleeding Heartland Flatliners from Bloomington and Ft. Wayne's Little Arsenic Annies ended 128 to 52 in favor of the guests from Fort Wayne.
Distraction as tactic (2007-09-24)
The roller derby between the Bleeding Heartland Flatliners from Bloomington and the Little Arsenic Annies ended 128 to 52 for the guests from Fort Wayne.
Blockers vs. jammers (2007-09-24)
The roller derby between the Bleeding Heartland Flatliners from Bloomington and Ft. Wayne's Little Arsenic Annies ended 128 to 52 in favor of the guests from Ft. Wayne.
Keeping the rules (2007-09-24)
The judges were responible for enforcing the rules at Saturday's Roller derby at the Sportsplex in Bloomington. It wasn't easy to deside whom to send to the penalty box.
Poodles and Bulldogs (2007-09-24)
Phillipe Sands, law professor at University College London and director of the Centre on International Courts and Tribunals in the Faculty, came to the IBU campus as an Addison C. Harris Lecturer.
Questions at the WFIU mayoral debate (2007-09-21)
WFIU hosted a mayoral debate Friday between Mark Kruzan and David Sabbagh.
At the IU Trustees meeting (2007-09-21)
The trustees of Indiana University met this Thursday and Friday in the Indiana Memorial Union.
New building on the IUB campus (2007-09-21)
Indiana University President Michael McRobbie dedicated a new service building Thursday in front of a big crowd.
Mayoral debate on WFIU (2007-09-21)
WFIU hosted a mayoral debate Friday between Mark Kruzan and David Sabbagh as part of "Noon Edition."
Time to relax (2007-09-19)
The small park on Kirkwood offers ideal places to relax and talk to friends.
Under construction (2007-09-19)
Drivers have to face new obstacles along Atwater Avenue.
Making a House call (2007-09-19)
IU students called their U.S. representatives' offices Wednesday to express their concerns about hunger and homelessness in the Bloomington area and nationwide.
Nick's sign hidden behind a wall? (2007-09-19)
Next-door construction covers Nick's English Hut famous sign.
Personal concerns (2007-09-19)
Students expressed their personal concerns about hunger and homelessness today by calling their representative in Congress.
'Voluntourism' gaining popularity in Indiana (2007-09-18)
Combining vacation with service work is gaining popularity, and an Indianapolis organization is on the cutting edge.
Indy mass transit plan moves forward; funding still in question (2007-09-18)
The president of a panel that's been studying mass transit between Indianapolis and its northern suburbs expects to settle on a route and a type of transportation by the end of the year.
Indiana landlords speak out against property taxes (2007-09-18)
Landlords from across Indiana were at the Statehouse Monday to tell lawmakers they think the current property tax system saddles them with a disproportionate tax burden.
Property taxes 'hot topic' for Kokomo mayoral debates (2007-09-18)
Organizers behind the upcoming municipal election debates in Kokomo say taxes will probably be the hottest topic.
Bloomington bodies identified (2007-09-18)
The remains of two bodies found at a residence south of Bloomington have been identified.
Bob Woodward speaks at IU (2007-09-18)
Pulitzer-prize winning investigative reporter Bob Woodward spoke to a Bloomington audience Monday night.
Local schools not meeting state's new budget standards (2007-09-18)
A law passed by the Indiana General Assembly earlier this year requires school corporations to adopt a set of new budgetary goals, and some local school officials say they won't be meeting those standards in this budgetary cycle.
Bloomington observes Constitution Day (2007-09-18)
Publicly supported educational institutions throughout Indiana held events observing Constitution Day on Monday, in accordance with a federal mandate that requires them to do so.
Bob Woodward on Iraq, Watergate, and the media (2007-09-18)
Pulitzer-prize winning investigative reporter Bob Woodward gave a press conference at Indiana University yesterday before speaking at the IU Auditorium.
Film Indiana 2007 (2007-09-17)
This past weekend was all about film at Indiana University.
IUB's- Constitution Day program (2007-09-17)
Patrick Baude was one of the three speakers today at Bloomington's Constitution Day program at the IUB law school.
A special screening (2007-09-17)
The screening of films from the Kinsey Institute Archive was very well attended.
Once a year (2007-09-17)
A lot of students listened to the speeches today at the IUB's Constitution day program at the law school.
Studying in the library (2007-09-14)
Many students go to the library to find a quiet and peaceful place to read and study.
Fall views on campus (2007-09-14)
Following the summer heat wave, the weather is finally turning to fall. The temperature has dropped and the leaves are turning color.
Lunch break (2007-09-14)
The campus seems much more busy than usual during lunch break. Everyone is getting out of class trying to reach another building.
More than just books (2007-09-14)
The main library on campus offers students much more than only books, and other learning material. A cafeteria, compfortable chairs, and couches make for a comfortable learning environment.
Man arrested after firing gun on IU campus (2007-09-14)
Custodians reported hearing gunfire in Woodlawn Field by the northwest side of the HPER building around 4 a.m. Thursday.
Bloomington budget passes, despite some opposition (2007-09-14)
Members of the Bloomington City Council exchanged accusations Wednesday evening before passing the 2008 budget along party lines.
Near West Side Bloomingfoods officially to open (2007-09-14)
Bloomingfoods will officially celebrate the opening of its Near West Side store this Saturday with a 5K race, a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a block party.
Indiana DLGF near end of assessment review (2007-09-14)
DLGF Commissioner Cheryl Musgrave says assessments for 68 of Indiana's 92 counties have been reviewed and cleared.
Special lecture at the law school (2007-09-12)
Visiting Professor Jonathan Herring spoke at IU Bloomington's School of Law.
Memories of 9/11 (2007-09-12)
IU students remember 9/11 and talk about its effects on their lives.
Watching pilots at work (2007-09-12)
Bloomington residents had the chance to view, and even fly in, a restored B-17 aircraft.
In the air (2007-09-12)
Passengers had the chance to take a ride on a B-17 from World War II.
Remembering 9/11 (2007-09-12)
Students at IU Bloomington remember 9/11 and speak about its affects on their lives.
Exploring details (2007-09-12)
Many details could be explored on and in the B-17 this week.
9/11 is still with us (2007-09-12)
Students and teacher remember 9/11 and how it affected their lives.
Terre Haute's Margaret Avenue project to get under way next year (2007-09-12)
Terre Haute city officials say they hope to break ground on the Margaret Avenue corridor project in early 2008.
New Greensburg Honda plant receives flurry of job applications (2007-09-12)
Honda has been flooded with 30,000 applications for the 2,000 jobs at its new plant in Greensburg.
Indiana congressmen address Petraeus report (2007-09-12)
Members of Indiana's congressional delegation have been speaking out about this week's report by General David Petraeus on the state of affairs in Iraq.
IU professor applauds state for civic engagement summit (2007-09-12)
The first Indiana State Summit on Civic Engagement was held Tuesday in Indianapolis, and one Indiana University professor says he's glad to see the state taking steps to improve the civic education of students and citizens.
9/11 remembered at IU (2007-09-12)
Members of the Indiana University community observed the six-year anniversary of 9/11 in a number of ways yesterday.
Former Maryland governor: Indiana needs mass transit (2007-09-11)
Former Maryland governor Parris Glendening told Indiana lawmakers yesterday that commuter trains and express buses should be a part of the state's transportation planning if it wants to be economically competitive.
World War II aircraft makes stop in Bloomington Airport (2007-09-11)
There are fewer than a dozen B-17 aircraft still flying, and one of the World War II-era planes made a stop in Bloomington this week.
Officials warn southern Indiana residents of heightened fire hazard (2007-09-11)
Despite some weekend rain, persistent drought conditions in southern Indiana have made the area's dried grass, leaves, timber and row crops a potential tinder box.
IU enrollment second highest in history (2007-09-11)
Indiana University says fall enrollment for its eight campuses is the second highest in school history.
Bloomington pow-wow celebrates Native American culture (2007-09-11)
A tribal gathering at the Monroe County Fairgrounds brought dozens from across the region to Bloomington this past weekend.
Summit aims to boost civic participation in Indiana (2007-09-11)
A summit on the civic education of young people got underway today in Indianapolis.
Bloomington Cinemat will stay open (2007-09-11)
Bloomington City Council member and Cinemat owner Steve Volan says he's decided not to sell his downtown movie rental business.
B-17 (2007-09-10)
An original B-17 from the Second World War was shown today to visitors at the Bloomington airport.
Back in time (2007-09-10)
Flying in a B-17 from the World War II took passengers back in time and provided a great view of the Bloomington area.
The next generation of singers (2007-09-07)
Because of the death of Luciano Pavarotti, one of the biggest names in the opera world in the past century, IU students reflect. Especially in the school of music singers remember the famous Tenor.
Memories (2007-09-07)
The anniversery of 9/11 is coming up next week and IU students remember the day it happens and how it affected their lives.
Career Fair (2007-09-07)
Companies from all over the country were looking for potential candidates at the career fair in the IU Memorial Union.
Reflections on Luciano Pavarotti (2007-09-07)
Because Lucione Pavarotti, one of the biggest names in the world of opera and musical theatre in the 20th century has died two days ago, IU freshmen reflect.
Bloomington Democratic candidates kick off campaigns (2007-09-07)
Bloomington City Democrats ceremonially launched their 2007 municipal election campaign with a joint press conference Thursday at City Hall.
Daniels to make third trip to Japan (2007-09-07)
The governor says like trips of the past, this week-long trip will also focus on retaining Japanese business while trying to attract more jobs.
Terre Haute high school to be tested for contamination (2007-09-07)
The Terre Haute North Vigo High School will be tested for groundwater contamination, after a hazardous chemical was found near the school at the former property of Standard Register.
Duke Energy to shut down Bloomington payment center (2007-09-07)
Spokeswoman Angeline Protegere says the move will not affect maintenance and repair operations in the community.
Report shows poverty increasing around the state (2007-09-07)
A new report shows Hoosier families are seeing stagnant wages, more long-term unemployment and higher poverty rates.
Signing in (2007-09-05)
Several students signing in to join a student organization at the IU student involvement fair.
The Winners of Bloomington's first Chef's Challenge (2007-09-05)
The Peoples Choice Award went to Alan Simermman, who also was the winner of the Silver Spatula.
Memories of 9/11 (2007-09-05)
Six years after 9/11, IU freshmen recall how that day affected their lives.
Something for everyone at the Student Involvement Fair (2007-09-05)
IU Student Involvement Fair provides a forum for new students and campus organizations to connect. Sports clubs, vampire organizations, and medieval science fiction clubs recruit new members.
Cooking Competition (2007-09-05)
One hour was the time limit faced by competitors at Bloomington's first Chef's Challenge.
Judges at Bloomington's first Chef's Challenge (2007-09-05)
The judges had to choose among three of Bloomington's chefs to select the winner of the Golden Spatula.
Getting Involved (2007-09-05)
At the IU Student Involvement Fair, student organisations tried to lure new members with candies and bottled water.
Monroe County public library has new director (2007-09-04)
Sara Laughlin, the Monroe County Public Library's new interim director, met with her staff for the first time Tuesday morning.
State releases last year's medical errors report (2007-09-04)
The Indiana Department of Health has released its final report on medical errors occurring in 2006.
Former governor to aid in rail development (2007-09-04)
Former Indiana Governor Joe Kernan has been hired as a consultant to help plan an intermodal rail development in Laporte County.
Body found in Illinois identified as missing Terre Haute woman (2007-09-04)
A body found in a field in Marshall, Illinois, has been identified as that of a missing 26-year-old Terre Haute woman.
Belly dancing (2007-09-03)
Something you might not expect to see at a farmers market....
Tomatoes at the Farmers Market (2007-09-03)
Tomatoes of various shapes and colors for sale at the Bloomington Community Farmer's Market.
Tailgating (2007-09-03)
Fans tailgating before the IU vs. ISU football game.
Popcorn (2007-09-03)
Kettle corn is always popular at the Bloomington Community Farmer's Market.
Little cats (2007-09-03)
Little cats were looking for a new home on the farmers market.
At the Arts Fair (2007-09-03)
The weather was good as artists display their talents at the Bloomington Fourth Street Arts Festival over the holiday weekend.
Transfer students (2007-08-31)
Many students have transfered from other schools to IUB this year and take part in the busy first week of classes.
Why choose IUB? (2007-08-31)
The beauty of IUB's campus is certainly not the only reason to choose this school, but it helps.
First tests (2007-08-31)
Although it's still the first week of classes this fall, there are already tests for some classes.
Studying during the first week (2007-08-31)
Already in the first week of classes a lot of students are busy with their books and assignments.
Meeting the President (2007-08-31)
Today Indiana University President Michael McRobbie gave students the chance to discuss their issues and concerns.
Finding one's way around... (2007-08-31)
Hundreds of students search for classrooms, dorms, and office buildings they might have never seen before.
A few quiet places that haven't changed (2007-08-31)
While many students are getting back to classes and the entire campus seems busy, there are still a few quiet places.
Indiana must focus on English literacy for Latino students, says IU report (2007-08-30)
A special report from the Center for Evaluation and Education Policy at Indiana University says more resources are needed to address the growth in the number of Latino students in the state who speak limited English.
Duke Energy proposes new coal plant in Edwardsport (2007-08-30)
The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission heard public testimony in Bloomington Wednesday night regarding Duke Energy's proposal to build a 5.5-million megawatt coal gasification plant in Edwardsport, Indiana.
Ivy Tech Bloomington's student body nearly doubles this fall (2007-08-30)
Ivy Tech Bloomington Chancellor John Whikehart says as of this week, the final enrollment tally for the Fall semester is upwards of 5,100 students.
Katrina still generating many donations across the country, IU official says (2007-08-30)
Indiana University's Center on Philanthropy estimates that 6.4 billion dollars have been donated to Hurricane Katrina-related relief in the two years since the disaster.
Bob Dylan, Elvis Costello to perform at IU (2007-08-30)
Bob Dylan and Elvis Costello will serve as the headliners for this year's Indiana University Homecoming concert.
Monroe County librarian steps down (2007-08-30)
The Monroe County Library Board on Wednesday announced that county librarian Cindy Gray is stepping down.
Indiana utility companies remember Katrina, start emergency network (2007-08-30)
Wednesday marked the second anniversary of the day Hurricane Katrina made landfall. In Indiana, utility companies marked the day by starting a new emergency network designed to ensure Hoosiers have safe drinking water and sewer systems in the event of a man-made or natural disaster.
First break of the semester (2007-08-29)
Although the fall semester started only a week ago, students search for a place to pause and rest .
Showalter Fountain as a place of relief (2007-08-29)
To escape the heat wave, many students search for the perfect spot...
The first break after school started (2007-08-29)
Although school hasn't even started a week ago, students allready need breaks and places to escape the heatwave.
A demonstration at IUB's Sample Gates (2007-08-29)
An anti-war demonstration took place at the Sample Gates Tuesday evening.
A new shedule is always exciting (2007-08-29)
What is the most importent thing during the first days of classes? Having fun, finding friends and complaining about shedules...
Excise citations up 60 percent over 2006 (2007-08-29)
Excise police issue 181 summons over four days in Bloomington
Inconvenient Stories- Portraits of Vietnam Veterans (2007-08-29)
A noon talk in IUB's Art Museum by Jeffrey A. Wolin.
Fall Schedule (2007-08-29)
One of the most important thing of the beginning fall semester is the schedule....
MCCSC schedules public forums on Fairview's future (2007-08-27)
The Monroe County Community School Corporation will host a series of public forums to discuss the future of Fairview Elementary School.
Ivy Tech continues to grow in Bloomington, around the state (2007-08-27)
Bloomington Ivy Tech Community College Chancellor John Whikehart says the local campus has over 5000 students enrolled for the fall semester, doubling its population over the past five years.
Republican presidential hopefuls visit Indianapolis (2007-08-27)
Three men who want to be the next president of the United States were in Indiana this weekend.
Bursar billing no longer available at IU Bookstores (2007-08-27)
Some Indiana University students gearing up for the first day of classes on Monday may notice some changes when they check out at the IU Bookstore.
BP won't increase discharge into Lake Michigan (2007-08-24)
British Petroleum officials Thursday announced they won't take advantage of a permit that would have allowed them increase discharge into Lake Michigan from their refinery in northern Indiana.
Columbus police begin drunk-driving blitz (2007-08-24)
Extra officers will be on patrol in Columbus starting Friday, as the city begins a blitz targeting drunk drivers.
Legislator steps in as Comcast, Big Ten continue debate (2007-08-24)
Washington, Indiana, state representative Dave Crooks is seeking state help in resolving an impasse between the Big Ten network and Comcast cablevision.
McKillip calls for discussion on childcare center funding (2007-08-23)
Kokomo Mayor Matt McKillip says he wants to make it clear that he has not proposed cutting the city's Early Learning Center entirely.