Today
in Bloomington
Sunday, January 4th, 2026
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 4th of January.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Indiana saw new jobless claims rise to 3,481 in the week ending Dec. 26, up from 3,445 the week prior, according to the U.S. Department of Labor + national filings dropped to 199,000. The Herald-Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Four Indiana football players entered the transfer portal on Friday after the team’s Rose Bowl win. None played significant roles this season (transfer visits are set to begin Saturday as the Hoosiers build their 2026 roster). Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana football head coach Curt Cignetti said the team will balance transfer portal recruiting and game preparation after travel disruptions from their Rose Bowl win, and the Hoosiers will focus on the upcoming Peach Bowl game against Oregon at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 9 in Bloomington. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ On New Year's Day, Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza led his team to a 38-3 Rose Bowl win over Alabama in Pasadena, capping a record-setting season that earned him his first Heisman Trophy and setting the stage for a national championship run. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana football coach Curt Cignetti hosted 13 transfer recruits on campus Friday as the team prepped for the Peach Bowl; he said he will meet one-on-one with players and expects to sign 15–20 transfers to address season needs & maintain roster depth. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana women’s basketball has an 11-4 record and is 0-3 in Big Ten play as coach Teri Moren’s mix of transfers, freshmen, and returners shows mixed results. The Hoosiers will travel to College Park, Maryland on Sunday for a chance to improve their conference standing. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana football is facing roster changes as three players (cornerback Knighten and defensive linemen William and Andrew DePaepe) enter the transfer portal from Jan.2 to Jan.16. The team is set to host transfer targets ahead of its upcoming CFP semifinal game against Oregon. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Indiana men’s basketball faces Washington on Sunday at 8 p.m. at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall as the team returns to Big Ten play while Washington, reloaded with transfers, enters the contest fresh + dealing with recent injuries. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana women's basketball will face No. 7 Maryland at 6 p.m. today at the XFINITY Center — the winless Hoosiers, coming off early Big Ten losses, will try to secure their first conference win against a Terrapins team known for strong rebounding and scoring margins. Indiana Daily Student
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Mama Said String Band with Chris Dollar
6-9 p.m. — The Orbit Room — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy live music from Mama Said String Band and Chris Dollar at a top-rated Bloomington venue.
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2026 IU Winter ID Camp
5:00 a.m. to 4:59 a.m. — Mellencamp Pavilion, Bloomington, IN — Registration fee applies — A developmental camp for high school soccer players aiming for collegiate play.
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Catalpa Concert Featuring This Burning Ghost
7-11 p.m. — The Orbit Room — Ticket prices vary — Experience the melodic tunes of Sean South by Catalpa and dive into the world of live music.
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WFIU's The Soul Kitchen Dance Party
6:30 p.m. — Franklin Hall — Free entry — A vibrant evening of soul, funk, and music, featuring a dance lesson and DJ set.
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Dylan Ryan Performance
6:30-9:30 a.m. — The Orbit Room — $13.60 — Enjoy a morning filled with live music from the Benton / Myers / Garber Trio and Dylan Ryan.
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Ben Cartha Fowler Project & Sam Finley Trio
6:30-10 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $17 — Experience a lively jazz double feature with local talent and enjoy food and drink.
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Falun Dafa Meditation Workshop
5-6:30 p.m. — Indiana Memorial Union — Free entry — Discover the peaceful practices of Falun Dafa through meditation and exercises.
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Umphrey's McGee Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Bluebird — $86-$144 — Enjoy an electrifying evening with live music from Umphrey's McGee at a popular local venue.
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Dakota Curtis & The Dark / Dandelioness / Paul Bertsch Band
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $13.60 — Celebrate new music releases from three local acts with an enjoyable evening of live performances.
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