3+ week, 4+ day ago   (305+ words) I hope none of you have to go to the (IU Health) Bloomington Hospital on Discovery Road. It's a disaster as often you have to wait in the emergency room for a bed and you wait a long time for…...

4+ week, 4+ hour ago   (469+ words) The annual fall traffic congestion issues have begun with elementary and secondary schools back in session and Indiana University students coming to town ahead of the fall semester. Anyone who's driving, walking or riding a bicycle or scooter should be…...

4+ week, 4+ hour ago   (464+ words) So, relatives are coming to visit for a few days and you’re wondering how to entertain them — when your significant other suggests, “Let’s show them Bloomington!” And you think that’s a terrific idea, except: Exactly what do you show someone…...

4+ week, 16+ hour ago   (427+ words) The first West Nile virus case of 2026 in Minnesota was confirmed in a Polk County horse. The unvaccinated 3-year-old horse is recovering with veterinary care. Health officials urge horse owners to vaccinate and take steps to reduce mosquito exposure. POLK…...

4+ week, 14+ hour ago   (216+ words) BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WMBD) -- The intense thunderstorm that hit Bloomington-Normal last week didn't just wipe out entire trees and power lines; it also took out a shed full of Christmas cheer. Normally, around this time of year, Scott McCoy would start prepping…...

1+ mon, 4+ day ago   (459+ words) The smallest state park in Minnesota, at less than 120 acres, is Franz Jevne State Park. The little marvel offers everything you’d expect from a state park, including secluded river views, natural beauty, fishing and hiking opportunities, and campsites for those…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (310+ words) Visitors to Duluth's Canal Park in Minnesota encountered an unexpected sight Sunday morning. One of the waterfront district's most recognizable fountains had been transformed into a giant bubble bath. Thick suds covered the Fountain of the Wind and spilled into…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (269+ words) The Bloomington Police Department has earned full Tier 1 accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies for the third consecutive cycle, a designation held by a small percentage of law enforcement agencies nationwide. The accreditation was awarded July…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (197+ words) BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WMBD) — The city of Bloomington, along with the Mid-Illinois Realtors Association, hosted a community event to gather feedback on housing in the city. The event was hosted at Miller Park and gave the community the chance to talk with…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (239+ words) The president of the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce is facing multiple charges after he was arrested for drunk driving early Friday morning. Matt Baumgartner, 42, was arrested by Duluth police after officers were called to a Taco Bell to perform…...